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11 Pages : 103-114

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).11      10.31703/gssr.2024(IX-IV).11      Published : Dec 2024

Linguistic Accommodation in English-Medium Instruction: Investigating Adjustments by Non-Native English Speakers

    This study explores how non-native English-speaking students and teachers accommodate each other linguistically in EMI classrooms. The research explores the features of these strategies, including language simplification, visual aids, code-switching, and non-verbal cues, in terms of their frequency and types to identify how they impact communication/learning.Structured questionnaires were used to collect data from 200 students and 50 teachers. The study found that both students and teachers used simplification in language and visual aids to show what was being discussed.These are also well-documented, underscoring their importance in multilingual classrooms.The Pearson correlation analysis in Table 2 suggests significant positive correlations between the use of simplification and non-verbal cues language proficiency scores, which reveals that more proficient learners can employ these strategies better.This article highlights the importance of linguistic accommodation in EMI. It offers suggestions for targeted intervention programs as well as professional development to improve successful educational outcomes through English medium instruction.

    English-medium instruction (EMI), Non-Native English Speakers (NNES), Communication Accommodation Theory, Linguistic Adjustments, Interactional Strategies
    (1) Noor Naeem
    M.phil Scholar, Department of English Linguistics, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Umar Razaq
    M.phil Scholar, Department of English Linguistics, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan.

06 Pages : 61-71

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-III).06      10.31703/gssr.2025(X-III).06      Published : Sep 2025

Cyberbullying and Hate Speech in Social Media Memes Against Women: A Multi-Modal Analysis

    Social media memes play a pivotal role in propagating discourses and, in turn, influencing the thought-construction of the public. Many users are involved in cyberbullying and hate speech, particularly by using insensitive language and negative stereotyping in social media memes against women. This study analyzed the misogynistic modes used in memes to understand their social and psychological influence on the audience. This study integrates forensic linguistics and forensic psychology to analyze the data that comprises three memes selected from social media platforms. The textual and visual elements of memes are analyzed to reveal the underlying meanings and intentions against women, which lead to the objectification of women and stir up psychologically harmful misogynistic mindsets among the viewers. This study finds that memes are being utilized as powerful tools to spread misogyny via hate speech and deriding visuals under the mask of entertainment.

    Cyberbullying, Hate-speech, Forensic Linguistics, Forensic Psychology, Misogyny, Insensitive Language, Negative Stereotyping, Deriding Visuals
    (1) Muhammad Zulqarnain
    Lecturer, Department of English, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Mirpur, AJ&K Campus, Pakistan.
    (2) Ayesha Sajjad
    BS Student, Department of English, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Mirpur, AJ&K Campus, Pakistan.
    (3) Farwa Noor
    Lecturer, Department of English, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Mirpur, AJ&K Campus, Pakistan.

01 Pages : 1-7

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-IV).01      10.31703/gssr.2025(X-IV).01      Published : Dec 2025

A Study of Islamic Thought in the Perspective of the Islamic Concept of Tawhid: A Linguistic Orientation

    The role of language cannot be ignored in any sphere of human life. It is language itself which makes certain ideas, thoughts and concepts absolute and universal. The concept of Tawhid is unique, absolute, fundamental and highly significant in Islam. It works in the Islamic faith as a spirit in human body. The study highlights the deep influence of highly esteemed Islamic concept of Tawhid on the growth of Islamic thought through Islamic conceptualization, and review the intellectual underpinnings in the linguistic perspective. The concept of Tawhid undoubtedly refers to the absolute oneness of Allah Almighty. It plays a vital role in multiple dimensions of human life and helps formulating the theological, philosophical and intellectual worldview within the boundaries of Islamic culture, values and traditions. The study explores multiple dimensions of Islamic thought, highlighting different ways through which Tawhidic dimensions of Islamic belief system govern the behavior of a Muslim.

    Islamic Thought, Linguistic Orientation, Perspective, Tawhid
    (1) Muhammad Abdullah
    Associate Professor & HoD, Department of English Linguistics and Literature, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Marrium Sayyed
    Lecturer of English (VF), Department of English Linguistics and Literature, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Atia Anwar Zoon
    Assistant Professor & HoD, Department of English, Federal Urdu University of Arts, Science & Technology (FUUAST), Islamabad, Pakistan.

06 Pages : 79-91

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-IV).06      10.31703/gssr.2025(X-IV).06      Published : Dec 2025

The Ecosophy of Beneficial Discourse: A Corpus- Assisted Analysis of Selected Blogs on Environment

    This paper addresses the heterogeneity and intricacy in the environmental discourses on blogs at the International Institute of Environment and Development (IIED), contrary to the perception of the discourses as homogenous. The study relies on the ideas of internal diversity provided by Guattari in order to analyze 80 purposely chosen blogs through the application of both quantitative and qualitative research. The study employs AntConc software to identify various ecosophical stances and thematic congruences across these discourses. The results indicate that the ecological perspective is diverse encompassing a complex, inconsistent and even contradictory human-environment relationship, consistent with the deep ecology proposed by Guattari. The insights indicate that the helpful discourse is not a single expression that can be useful, and it would be significant to acknowledge positional multiplicity in environmental decision-making and further studies.

    Ecosophy, Corpus Linguistics, Ecological Discourse, Iied Blogs, Deep Ecology, Inconsistencies, Ecological Reflections, Monolithic Strategies, Environmental Discourse, Ecological Complexities, Discours
    (1) Zarak Zeeshan
    MPhil Scholar English, Department of Arts and Humanities, National University of Modern languages., Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Zawar Hussain
    Assistant professor, Department of Arts and Humanities, National University of Modern languages., Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Mehran khan
    Undergraduate, Department of Arts and Humanities, National University of Modern languages., Islamabad, Pakistan.

05 Pages : 49-60

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2026(XI-I).05      10.31703/gssr.2026(XI-I).05      Published : Mar 2026

Exploring the Interpersonal Portrayal in Pakistani Children Literature: A Systemic Functional Perspective

    The current study investigates social representation of characters in Pakistani children literature that is utilized within schools and specifically with the Punjab Textbook Board (PTB) textbooks in Grade 5-8. Utilizing an SFL, Interpersonal Meta-function as developed by Halliday, the study explores the issue of relationships, power and ideology of education as represented in any of the texts by linguistics choice. By establishing the method as Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) and using pronouns, mood, and modality as analysis points, the study will seek to determine how language can construct or challenge dominant ideologies. Through qualitative analysis of selected texts, one examines character interactions to indicate patterns of who are included or marginalized representation, social groups, and power structures which were present. This study has its significance in various fields of education such as in the fields of curriculum engineering, linguistic analysis, and Discourse analysis.

    Systemic Functional Linguistics; Critical Discourse Analysis; Modality; Power Dynamics; Curriculum Development
    (1) Aqsa Ashraf
    M.Phil Scholar, Department of English Language and Linguistics, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Tazanfal Tehseem
    Associate Professor Department of English Language and Linguistics, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Asad Nazar
    PhD Scholar Department of English Language and Linguistics, University of Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.

17 Pages : 209-217

http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2025(X-IV).17      10.31703/gssr.2025(X-IV).17      Published : Dec 2025

English as a Gatekeeper: Code-switching in Pakistan's Elite Schools

    This study investigates the role of English as a gatekeeper language and the phenomenon of code switching in elite schools in District Karak Pakistan. Through the qualitative methods, such as classroom observation, semi-structured interview with teachers and students, as well as analysis of documents, the research examines the functional role of the English language as a tool of academic and social distinction. The study shows that English proficiency is directly connected to academic success and the ability to earn a living in the future with English being the gateway for opportunities for success. Code-switching, the behavior of mixing different languages (Russian and English or Urdu language or regional languages). The results highlight the cross-cutting of language, socio-economic status and educational inequality and hint at the necessity of zeroing in inclusive language policies in elite schools so as to guarantee equitable access to academic success.

    English as a Gatekeeper, Code Switching, Socio-Economic Status, Elite Schools, Pakistan, Bilingual Educational, Language Practices, Educational Inequality, Multilingual Classrooms and Linguistic Capit
    (1) Zohaib Zahir
    Doctoral Researcher, Department of English, FATA University, Darra Adam Khel, FR Kohat, KP, Pakistan.
    (2) Muhammad Imran
    Lecturer, Department of English, FATA University Darra Adam Khel FR Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
    (3) Mohammad Wasimullah
    Lecturer, Department of English, Cadet College Razmak, KP, Pakistan.