How to get your paper published and avoid desk rejection
2026-03-06
Publishing in an academic journal requires careful preparation, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of the journal’s expectations. Many manuscripts are rejected before peer review because they do not follow basic submission requirements. The following guidance will help authors improve their chances of successful submission and avoid desk rejection at the Research Studies in English Language Teaching and Learning (RSELTL).
Ensure your study fits the journal’s scopeBefore submitting your manuscript, carefully examine the journal’s aims and scope. RSELTL publishes research related to English language teaching and learning, applied linguistics, language pedagogy, classroom practices, and language assessment. Submissions that fall outside these areas are likely to be rejected at the initial screening stage.