The authors of the articles in this issue have researched many of the topics related to L2 acquisition and second language teaching. They come from different countries, live in a variety of cultures, and speak different languages. Yet, they are united by the common language of researching, exploring, and discovering what is crucial in the quest for proficient second language acquisition.
Multilingualism, second language acquisition, second language learning and teaching, intercultural competence, and national language policy endure as important concerns for every nation. The movement of individuals from country to country and within nations persists. As the demographic group of second language learners expands in size, educators, scholars, and researchers who explore the complex nature of L2 acquisition and learning are vital to the improvement of second language teaching and enhanced learning. Readers of the articles in this issue of the IAFOR JOE: LLiE will encounter several studies that were conducted wi
