The Research in English Language Pedagogy (RELP) journal is currently accepting manuscript submissions for its upcoming quarterly issues. Published by the Islamic Azad University (IAU), Isfahan Branch, Iran, this peer-reviewed, open-access journal focuses on disseminating original and innovative research on current trends in English language teaching and pedagogy.
Researchers, scholars, and practitioners are encouraged to submit a variety of manuscript types, including scholarly papers, review articles, academic short notes, book reviews, and research initiatives. The journal welcomes submissions that explore conceptual, theoretical, empirical, and practical dimensions of the field.
Recognized Scholarly Standing and Legacy
Led by Editor-in-Chief Prof. Azizeh Chalak and Director-in-Charge Prof. Hossein Heidari Tabrizi, RELP has built a robust reputation over its 14-year history. Since its founding in 2013, the journal has served as a reliable reference point for the ELT community, publishing 35 issues and over 300 original peer-reviewed papers.
The journal has recently been recognized for its high standards in executive and content quality, earning a ‘B’ rank from the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research and Technology. Additionally, it secured an ‘A+’ Rank (scoring 96 out of 100 points) from the IAU Evaluation System.
Global Visibility
Authors publishing in RELP benefit from broad international exposure. The journal is currently indexed in more than 25 reputable national and international databases, ensuring global reach through platforms including:
– ISC
– ProQuest
– DOAJ
– EBSCO
– MLA
– ERIH
Submission Information
Prospective authors can submit their manuscripts and review the author guidelines through the official submission portal at https://sanad.iau.ir/journal/relp

