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The Centre for Modern Languages (CML), Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA), maintains a focused niche of publication that reflects its multidisciplinary expertise in language education, applied linguistics, communication studies, and language technology. CML’s research and publications contribute to advancing knowledge in areas that are both academically significant and practically relevant to contemporary global and local contexts.

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  1. Lichao, G., Nik Mohd Alwi, N. A., Mohamed, A. A., & Sa, N. T. (2025). Unveiling the middle ground: Intermediate-level linguistic differences and their influence on L2 writing proficiency. Theory and Practice in Language Studies, 15(5), 1567–1578. https://doi.org/10.17507/tpls.1505.21
  2. Oktavianti, I. N., Radzuan, N. R. M., Pratolo, B. W., Surono, T. R., Budiwati, T. R., & Aisyah, S. (2025). Modal verbs in Indonesian and Malaysian English textbooks for secondary schools: A corpus-driven study. Studies in English Language and Education, 12(1), 20–33. https://doi.org/10.24815/siele.v12i1.35258
  3. Vijayaratnam, P., Mariam Khanum Akhi, Mohiuddin, M. G., Ali, Z. B., Manoochehrzadeh, M., & Rajanthran, S. K. (2025). The Impact of Watching English Cartoons on Preschoolers’ Language Acquisition and Behavioural Development in Dhaka. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(1), 626–639. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i1.6819
  4. Zheng, L., Ismail, H. H., Hashim, H., & Ali, Z. B. (2025). Storytelling in English language education in China: A systematic review of empirical research from the past decade (2014–2024). Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(2), 280–295.
  5. Yao, D., Ali, M. M. A., & Ali, Z. (2025). A study on the influence of Chinese university English teachers' emotions on their professional identity. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(4), 1055–1072.
  6. Ali, Z., Bhar, S. K., Abd Majid, S. N., & Masturi, S. Z. (2025). Exploring student beliefs: Does interaction with AI language tools correlate with perceived English learning improvements? Education Sciences, 15(5), Article 522. https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci15050522
  7. Azmuddin, R. A., Sulaiman, N. A., Jamali, M. J., Rahman, A. N. C. A., & Roslan, F. H. (2025). The use of digital annotation tools in assisting reading English for science and technology academic texts among L2 learners in higher institutions. 3L: Language, Linguistics, Literature, 31(1), 235–254.

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  1. Mukhtar, S., Nik Mohd Alwi, N. A., Ali, F., Mat Daud, N. S., Kassim, A., Ibrahim, A. H., & Mat Daud, N. (2024). Language learning through task-based synchronous computer-mediated communication. Issues in Language Studies, 13(1), 246–262. https://doi.org/10.33736/ils.5866.2024
  2. Khan, R. M. I., Alharbi, M. A., & Radzuan, N. R. M. (2024). Evaluating the effectiveness of interactive M-learning in fostering EFL vocabulary for enhanced speaking proficiency. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 6(5), 625–636. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i5.7068
  3. Wan Shaaidi, W. R. W., Radzuan, N. R. M., & Paizi Fauzi, W. J. (2024). Enhancing conclusion sections in final year project presentations: An engineering perspective. Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Sciences and Engineering Technology, 39(1), 76–89. https://doi.org/10.37934/araset.39.1.7689
  4. Shi, C., Kassim, A., & Radzuan, N. R. M. (2024). Improving EFL learners’ English public speaking performance through project-based learning strategy at tertiary level. Language Teaching Research Quarterly, 42, 126–144. https://doi.org/10.32038/ltrq.2024.42.08
  5. Nasim, S. M., Mujeeba, S., AlShraah, S. M., Amir, & Ali, Z. (2024). Exploring pedagogical perspectives of EFL instructors: Advantages, disadvantages, and implications of Blackboard as an LMS for language instruction. Cogent Social Sciences, 10(1), 2312659.
  6. Fauzi, M. A., Rahamaddulla, S. R., Lee, C. K., Ali, Z., & Alias, U. N. (2024). Work pressure in higher education: A state of the art bibliometric analysis on academic work-life balance. International Journal of Workplace Health Management, 17(2), 175–195.
  7. Ruslan, H. N., Muthusamy, K., Mat Yahaya, F., Ismail, N. A., & Ali, Z. (2024). Review on performance of self compacting concrete containing solid waste and bibliometric properties: A review. Journal of Building Engineering, 86, 108752. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2024.108752
  8. Fauzi, M. A., Ali, Z., Satari, Z., Megat Ramli, P. A., & Omer, M. (2024). Social media influencer marketing: Science mapping of the present and future trends. International Journal of Quality and Service Sciences, 16(2), 199–217.
  9. Fatima, S., Azmuddin, R. A., & Kassim, A. (2024). Significance of EST text selection in an online learning environment at universities. Proceedings of International Conference on Research in Education and Science, 10(1), 1426–1441.

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  1. H. Kassim, Kassim, A., Khamis, N. Y., N. Jatin, A. A. Hussin, & A. Uthayakumaran. (2023). Creative digital language learning environment: A model to foster creative experiences for language learners. In Proceedings of the 2023 7th IEEE Congress on Information Science and Technology (CiSt) (pp. 479–482). Agadir - Essaouira, Morocco. https://doi.org/10.1109/CiSt56084.2023.10409930
  2. N. Jatin, Kassim, H., Khamis, N. Y., & Kassim, A. (2023). Feeding two birds with one scone: Using AWE to enhance writing and creativity among pre-university students. In Proceedings of the 2023 7th IEEE Congress on Information Science and Technology (CiSt) (pp. 508–511). Agadir - Essaouira, Morocco. https://doi.org/10.1109/CiSt56084.2023.10410013
  3. H. Hassim, Kassim, H., Kassim, A., & M. Kassim. (2023). Exploring the use of artificial intelligence-based technology to enhance creativity in ESL speaking classroom. In Proceedings of the 2023 7th IEEE Congress on Information Science and Technology (CiSt) (pp. 512–517). Agadir - Essaouira, Morocco. https://doi.org/10.1109/CiSt56084.2023.10409965
  4. Kamaluddin, N. A., Kassim, H., & Kassim, M. (2023). 3D augmented reality marker-based mobile apps design of face mask layer. International Journal on Informatics Visualization, 7(1), 44–50.
  5. Adams, R., Nik Mohd Alwi, N. A., & Masrom, U. K. B. (2023). Modality and task complexity effects on second language production in CMC. Language Learning & Technology, 27(1), 1–22. https://hdl.handle.net/10125/73542
  6. Radzuan, N. R. M., Fauzi, W. J., Rosli, A. K., & Ali, F. (2023, May 18–21). The attitude of Malaysian East Coast early childhood educators towards English and their language support practices. In M. Koc, O. T. Ozturk, & M. L. Ciddi (Eds.), Proceedings of the International Conference on Research in Education and Science (ICRES 2023) (pp. 377–392). Cappadocia, Türkiye: ISTES Organization.
  7. Radzuan, N. R. M., Fauzi, W. J., Zahari, H., & Ramli, M. (2023). Tertiary students’ perceptions of learning oral presentation skills in in-class and online learning environment: A case study. 3L: Language, Linguistics, Literature, 29(1), 169–183.
  8. Ali, Z., Shahid, S. H., Ali, A. Z. M., Ahmed, A. H. B., & Jayapalan, E. (2023). Error analysis: Investigating the paragraph writing of Malaysian ESL learners. Issues in Language Studies, 12(1), 1–15.
  9. Ismail, I. M., Sanmugam, M., Hassan, H., Rahim, A. A. A., & Khamis, N. Y. (2023). Redesigning of mobile content to enhance learning activities preparation by preschool experts. International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies, 17(15), 53–67.
  10. Fauzi, W. J., Radzuan, N. R. M., Rosli, A. K., Wab, R. A., & Ahmad, W. A. S. W. (2023). Tertiary educators' awareness of and readiness to use virtual reality (VR) in remote online learning. Proceedings of International Conference on Research in Education and Science, 9(1), 256–274.
  11. Nawi, A., Khamis, N. Y., Hussin, Z., & Aziz, M. N. A. (2023). Exploring disruptive adolescent behaviours on social media: A case study during the times of crisis. Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 31(4), 1343–1362.
  12. Nawi, A., Khamis, N. Y., Yaakob, M. F. M., Samuri, M. A. A., & Zakaria, G. A. N. (2023). Exploring opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence research for Islamic ethical guidelines. Afkar, 25(2), 1–34.
  13. Azmuddin, R. A., Ainul Azmin, M. Z., Hamizah, Z., Rahmah, M., Fatin Aliana, M. R., & Daing Nafiz, D. I. (2023). Analysing tertiary students’ reading proficiency of CEFR aligned texts via online discussion forum in a Learning Management System. Asian Journal of University Education, 19(1), 121–132. https://doi.org/10.24191/ajue.v19i1.21236
  14. Azmuddin, R. A., Nurul Nadia, M., Uthayakumaran, A., & Hamizah, Z. (2023). Assessing ESL university students’ metacognitive online reading strategies. In M. Koc, O. T. Ozturk, & M. L. Ciddi (Eds.), Proceedings of ICRES 2023 (pp. 93–112). Cappadocia, Türkiye: ISTES Organization.
  15. Azmuddin, R. A., Tuti Ningseh, M-D., Haslina, R., Anis Nadiah, C. A. R., & Afendi, H. (2023). The use of digital annotation tools in improving online public health literacy among youths. GEMA Online Journal of Language Studies, 23(4), 132–151.
  16. Paizi@Fauzi, W. J. B., Suhaimi, A. B., Paizi@Fauzi, W. J. B., & Chung, T. Y. (2023). Development of efficacy-enhanced heart failure rehabilitation patient education materials for health behavior change. American Journal of Health Education, 54(4), 282–304.
Publications 2022 and 2020

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  1. Ngah, E., Fauzi, W. J., Radzuan, N. R. M., Abidin, N. A. Z., & Fadzillah, F. I. M. (2022). Snapticon: Developing effective listening skills for group oral discussion. Asian Journal of University Education, 18(2), 361–374.
  2. Benraghda, A., Radzuan, N. R. M., & Lardhi, F. A. S. (2022). Self-assessment as a self-regulated learning approach in English oral presentations: College students’ choices and perceptions. Cogent Education, 9(1), 2123472. https://doi.org/10.1080/2331186X.2022.2123472
  3. Ali, Z., Bakar, N. A., Ahmad, W., & Saputra, J. (2022). Evaluating the use of web-based games on students' vocabulary retention. International Journal of Data and Network Science, 6(3), 711–720.
  4. Ali, Z., Abu Bakar, N., Ahmad Tilwani, S., & Ajanil, B. (2022). Knowledge management and technology management: The use of YouTube among preschool teachers. Education Research International, 2022, 3166476. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/3166476
  5. Ali, Z., Ali, A. Z. M., Harbi, S., Nor, A. N. M., & Sahar, N. S. (2022). Help me to find a job: An analysis of students' delivery strategies in video resume. Asian Journal of University Education, 18(2), 489–498.
  6. Husin, M. Z. M., Rahim, N. F. A. A., Ali, Z., Alzeebaree, Y., & Bakar, N. A. (2022). Preferred vocabulary learning strategies among Malaysian students. Research Journal in Advanced Humanities, 3(4), 80–98.
  7. Ali, Z., Mehr, S. A., Tilwani, S. A., Md Nor, A. N. B., & Abu Bakar, N. (2022). Students' attitudes to the implementation of vocabulary learning strategies in writing task. World Journal of English Language, 12(7), 106–116.
  8. Shahidan, S. N., Ali, Z., & Tilwani, S. A. (2022). Fostering motivation in ESL collaborative online writing through Google Docs. World Journal of English Language, 12(7), 166–178.

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  1. Hadie, S. N. H., Tan, V. P. S., Omar, N., Nik Mohd Alwi, N. A., Lim, H. L., & Ku Marsilla, K. I. (2021). COVID-19 disruptions in health professional education: Use of cognitive load theory on students’ comprehension, cognitive load, engagement, and motivation. Frontiers in Medicine, 8, 739238. https://doi.org/10.3389/fmed.2021.739238
  2. Fauzi, W. J., Radzuan, N. R. M., Ngah, E., Rani, A. A., & Ali, F. (2021). Digitising English language learning for early childhood educators in Malaysian context: The rationale. Asia Pacific Journal of Research in Early Childhood Education, 15(3), 113–134. https://doi.org/10.17206/apjrece.2021.15.3.113
  3. Khan, R. M. I., Radzuan, N. R. M., Farooqi, S.-U.-H., Shahbaz, M., & Khan, M. S. (2021). Learners’ perceptions on WhatsApp integration as a learning tool to develop EFL vocabulary for speaking skill. International Journal of Language Education, 5(2), 1–14. https://doi.org/10.26858/ijole.v5i2.15787
  4. Majid, S. N. A., & Salam, A. R. (2021). A systematic review of augmented reality applications in language learning. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning, 16(10), 18–34. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v16i10.17273

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    1. N. Refat, M. A. Rahman, A. T. Asyhari, Kassim, H., I. F. Kurniawan, & M. Rahman. (2020). MATT: A mobile assisted tense tool for flexible m-grammar learning based on cloud-fog-edge collaborative networking. IEEE Access, 8, 66074-66084. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2020.2983310
    2. Refat, N., Kassim, H., Rahman, M. A., & Razali, Rb. (2020). Measuring student motivation on the use of a mobile assisted grammar learning tool. PLOS ONE, 15(8), e0236862. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0236862
    3. Ali, Z. (2020). Artificial intelligence (AI): A review of its uses in language teaching and learning. In Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Software Engineering & Computer Systems (ICSECS 2019), 25–27 September 2019, Pahang, Malaysia. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 769(1), 012043. https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899X/769/1/012043
    4. Ali, Z., Anuar, A. M. B. M., Mustafa, N. A. B., Halim, K. N. B. A., & Sivabalan, K. (2020). A preliminary study on the uses of gadgets among children for learning purposes. Journal of Physics Conference Series, 1529(5), 052055.
    5. Sukor, S. S., & Ali, Z. (2020). Smartphone applications for young English language learners. Journal of Physics Conference Series, 1529(5), 052079.

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