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August 2025 data-update for "Updated science-wide author databases of standardized citation indicators"

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · 18d

I'm pleased to announce that I remain in the Stanford Top 2% Scientists lists worldwide, ranking 311 in Language and Linguistics, a big improvement from last year's rank!

Thanks to everyone who continues to read, enjoy (and cite) my work!

Link below
elsevier.digitalcommonsdata.com/datasets/btc...

Citation metrics are widely used and misused. We have created a publicly available database of top-cited scientists that provides standardized information on citations, h-index, co-authorship adjusted...

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Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Aug 20

A reminder: CFP-“Doing DDL: Classroom Interactions for Corpus- and AI-Based Data-Driven Learning”. All OA!
Abstract deadline-Sept 1st 2025
Acceptance-Sept 15th 2025
First drafts-January 31st 2026
Final deadline - June 30th, 2025
Send in your abstracts! Junior scholars encouraged!

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Aug 12

Just out! Tools for Data-driven learning in the Palgrave CALL Encyclopaedia, with the one and only @antlabjp !
link.springer.com/rwe/10.1007/...
Ask on RG for a private copy or mail me if you don't have access. We discuss Antconc, CorpusMate and many more!

Tools for Data-Driven Learning

This entry examines the importance of corpus tools in data-driven learning (DDL) for language education, focusing on the methodological choices involved in their selection and design for pedagogical u...

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Compiling the first spoken corpus for Turkish youth talk | John Benjamins

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Aug 4

The article “Compiling the first spoken corpus for Turkish youth talk” by Efeoglu-xzcan / Guler has been published online in Australian Review of Applied Linguistics. It is now available at:
doi.org/10.1075/aral...

Abstract This paper addresses issues related to the design and compilation of the first spoken corpus of youth talk in an under-represented language in corpus linguistics, Turkish. Designed to offer a...

Identity dynamics of ESP teachers from English vs. non-English departments at Indonesian universities | John Benjamins

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Aug 2

The article “Identity dynamics of ESP teachers from English vs. non-English departments at Indonesian universities” by Rahmawati / Yansyah / Siwa / Cahyono has been published online in Australian Review of Applied Linguistics. It is now available at:
doi.org/10.1075/aral...

Abstract Studies on English teachers’ identities are abundant, but those on English for specific purposes (ESP) teachers in diverse workplaces are scarce. Since workplaces significantly shape teacher ...

Towards a playworld translanguaging approach in early childhood education | John Benjamins

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Jun 8

New ARAL Paper! “Towards a playworld translanguaging approach in early childhood education” by Oakley / Steele / Robinson / Dobinson / Dovchin / Cumming-Potvin has been published online in Australian Review of Applied Linguistics. It is now available at:
doi.org/10.1075/aral...

Abstract In this conceptual paper, we integrate interdisciplinary perspectives from early childhood education and applied linguistics to propose a new framework: Playworld Translanguaging. This framew...

Unraveling willingness to communicate in Chinese as a second language | John Benjamins

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Jun 5

New ARAL paper alert!
“Unraveling willingness to communicate in Chinese as a second language” by Yu Li has been published online in Australian Review of Applied Linguistics. It is now available for subscribers at:
doi.org/10.1075/aral...

Abstract Drawing on the tenets of positive psychology, this study delves into the intricate interplay between three pivotal character strengths: second language grit (L2 grit), foreign language enjoym...

Development of word lists for agriculture and forestry students | John Benjamins

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Jun 4

Hi everyone!
The article “Development of word lists for agriculture and forestry students” by Bunparit / Kongcharoen has been published online in Australian Review of Applied Linguistics. It is now available for subscribers at:
doi.org/10.1075/aral...

Abstract It is undeniable that vocabulary plays a vital role in second-language learning since it facilitates comprehension and production of the target language. Similarly, students in English for Sp...

A study on the developmental features and stance construction of shell nouns by Chinese EFL learners | John Benjamins

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Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Jun 4

"A study on the developmental features and stance construction of shell nouns by Chinese EFL learners” by Wei / Liang / Liu has been published online in Australian Review of Applied Linguistics. It is now available for subscribers at the link below!

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Abstract The unique semantic characteristics of shell nouns (SNs) endow them with a rich interpersonal function in academic discourse. However, little attention has been paid to the developing feature...

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Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · May 22

Happy to be invited as an editorial board member for English Australia journal!
englishaustralia.com.au/professional...

Looking forward to working with the EB!

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · May 4

Introducing ARAL 48(2) - now available!
benjamins.com/catalog/aral...
A LOT of entries here as we close out our agreement with the current publisher!
Applied Linguistics Association of Australia - ALAA

Issue of Australian Review of Applied Linguistics

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Research Methods in Applied Linguistics | Research Methods in L2 Writing: Interdisciplinary Approaches, Cutting-Edge Methods, and Practical Applications | ScienceDirect.com by ElsevierScienceDirect

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · May 3

Just out! - www.sciencedirect.com/special-issu...
Special issue: Research Methods in L2 Writing: Interdisciplinary Approaches, Cutting-Edge Methods, and Practical Applications
Guest Editor - Dr. Peter Crosthwaite - read my introduction to this special issue, OA!

As with applied linguistics in general, the study of second language (L2) writing is in a pivotal phase of methodological growth and transformation. This transformative dimension has brought with it ...

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Learn about Computer Assisted Language Learning

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Apr 24

Pleased to announce my chapter ("AI for Language Assessment") with Qing Ma has now been published in Yijen Wang et al's new volume "Insights into AI and Language Learning and Teaching" by Castledown Press. Please see the image with a 20% off coupon QR code.
castledown.online/reference/97...

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Apr 17

I'm so pleased to finally make it to the editorial board of Computer-Assisted Language Learning - the number 1 ranked journal in the field of applied linguistics

www.tandfonline.com/journals/nca...

It's great to be recognised for my service to this journal, and great to work with the CALL team!

Learn about Computer Assisted Language Learning aims & scope, editorial board, journal metrics and more.

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Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Mar 26

New ARAL paper alert!
www.jbe-platform.com/content/jour...
Representation of the Spanish language in the virtual linguistic landscape of university websites in Australia
Luis Torres-Vásquez and Rodrigo Arellano
Available now to subscribers!

Representation of the Spanish language in the virtual linguistic landscape of university websites in Australia | John Benjamins

Abstract Although it can be argued that the language of the internet is English, the portrayal of other languages in virtual academic settings such as university websites may face constraints related ...

Who says men can never change? | John Benjamins

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Mar 26

JUST OUT and OPEN ACCESS!
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Who says men can never change?
A corpus-based study of recent changes in the use of the Chinese plural suffix men

Author(s): Angela Cook and Dongchen Yao
Enjoy!

Abstract Language change in Modern Standard Chinese has been an area of research interest for several decades. However, the field continues to be characterized by a focus on written Chinese, with a la...

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The case of Sydney universities | John Benjamins

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Mar 25

New ARAL paper!
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The case of Sydney universities
Embracing multilingualism or preserving English-only practices in the Australian context?

Author(s): Rodrigo Arellano and Luis Torres-Vásquez

Available now to subscribers!

Abstract Within the study of multilingualism, research using the lens of “linguistic landscapes” (LL) has caught the attention of sociolinguists by describing the make-up of urban centers and shedding...

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Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Mar 24

A full house for my plenary at the English Australia QLD PD Fest 22nd March! It was a great opportunity to give back to the English teaching / ELICOS community, presenting my recent research on the impact of GenAI on EAP and implications for ELICOS in OZ.

#elicos #englishaustralia #genAI #EAP

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Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Mar 19

Just out and OA!
www.jbe-platform.com/content/jour...
Number marking in L2 English of the speakers of two classifier languages: A learner corpus study
Dongchen Yao and David Wijaya
Check it out!

Number marking in L2 English of the speakers of two classifier languages | John Benjamins

Abstract This paper explores the number marking challenges faced by L2 learners of English whose L1 is one of the classifier languages Mandarin Chinese (henceforth Chinese) or Bahasa Indonesia (hencef...

Exploring the affordances of generative AI large language models for stance and engagement in academic writing

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Mar 11

JUST OUT and OPEN ACCESS!
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Exploring the affordances of generative AI large language models for stance and engagement in academic writing
Journal of English for Academic Purposes
#academicwriting #generativeAI #LLM #EAP

Large pre-trained models like ChatGPT demonstrate remarkable capabilities in generating coherent text across various domains, posing serious implicati…

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Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Mar 11

Excited for my plenary talk at the QLD English Australia PD Fest! My talk - "AI in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) – the story so far, and what's next for EAP and ELICOS?" covers my latest research

www.englishaustralia.com.au/events/event...

#academicenglish #generativeAI #UQ

QLD PD Fest 2025 - English Australia

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Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Mar 2

New ARAL paper alert!
The predictive power of intercultural sensitivity on preservice EFL teachers’ plurilingual and pluricultural competence
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Author: Ömer Eren
Available now for ARAL subscribers.

The predictive power of intercultural sensitivity on preservice EFL teachers’ plurilingual and pluricultural competence | John Benjamins

Abstract Multilingualism is becoming more ubiquitous and studies on this nexus have proliferated, with a focus on plurilingual individuals’ behaviors within their contexts of interaction. However, the...

Peter Crosthwaite @drcrosthwaite.bsky.social · Feb 28

Great to have you and safe journey back! See you again very soon!