Mohammad Reza Anani Sarab | Language | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mohammad Reza Anani Sarab | Language | Best Researcher Award

Faculty Member | Shahid Beheshti University | Iran

Dr. Mohammad Reza Anani Sarab is a distinguished scholar in applied linguistics and TESOL, recognized for his extensive contributions to language education, teacher development, curriculum design, and assessment literacy. His research explores communication strategies in teacher talk, reflective practice, teacher cognition, pragmatics instruction, academic vocabulary, cognitive diagnostic assessment, and the alignment of English language teaching with evolving global models of English. He has authored and co-authored influential monographs, coursebooks, book chapters, and numerous peer-reviewed articles in respected international journals, addressing key issues such as language teacher reflection, intercultural appropriacy in instructional materials, reading comprehension processes, language assessment literacy, and mixed-methods research synthesis. His work frequently bridges theory and practice, offering empirical insights into teacher beliefs, instructional effectiveness, pragmatic competence, and learner engagement. Dr. Anani Sarab has played a major role in national curriculum development initiatives, contributing to the design of English language programs and school textbooks, and has been actively involved in professional associations, editorial boards, and academic committees. His expertise spans undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral education, where he has taught and supervised advanced research in language teaching methodologies, assessment, and applied linguistics. He has delivered numerous conference presentations, offering thought-leading perspectives on curriculum reform, communicative language teaching, teacher education, and the role of materials in shaping learner outcomes. His scholarly output reflects a sustained commitment to improving language education through rigorous research, critical inquiry, and educational innovation.

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Featured Publications

Mardian, F., & Anani Sarab, M. R. (2025). A bibliometric analysis of research on language teacher reflection, 1991–2024. Reflective Practice. Advance online publication.

Anani Sarab, M. R., & Mardian, F. (2024). Multilingual testing and assessment. International Journal of Multilingualism.

Anani Sarab, M. R., & Amini Farsani, M. (2024). Second-order synthesis of meta-analytic studies in applied linguistics (1998–2021). Quality & Quantity, 58, 1–25.

Anani Sarab, M. R., & Jabbarzadeh Sani, B. (2024). Enhancing elementary EFL learners’ willingness to communicate through communication strategy training. English Teaching & Learning, 48, 1–20.

Anani Sarab, M. R., & Mardian, F. (2023). Reflective practice in second language teacher education: A scoping review. Journal of Education for Teaching, 49(5), 1–20.

Armin Abbasi Aghdam | Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Armin Abbasi Aghdam | Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

PhD in Applied Linguistics | Yazd University | Iran

Dr. Armin Abbasi Aghdam is a Lecturer in Applied Linguistics at Tabriz University, specializing in English for Academic, Specific, Occupational, and Medical Purposes, discourse analysis, and academic writing. His academic background includes advanced studies in applied linguistics and English language and literature, complemented by extensive professional development in language teaching, pedagogy, research skills, and artificial intelligence through international institutions and platforms. His research focuses on metadiscourse, discourse analysis, academic writing pedagogy, and the linguistic needs of learners in academic and professional contexts. He has contributed to peer-reviewed publications examining diachronic variations of metadiscourse markers, cross-disciplinary metadiscourse in research articles, and the English for Academic Purposes needs of medical students. He has 2 publications, 2 citations, and an h-index of 1. In addition to his research contributions, he serves as a peer reviewer for international journals in applied linguistics and academic writing, actively engaging with the scholarly community to support research quality and dissemination. His academic activities reflect a strong commitment to advancing the understanding of discourse practices in academic and professional communication, promoting effective writing pedagogy, and integrating linguistic insights into educational contexts.

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Featured Publications

Abbasi Aghdam, A., Mahdavirad, F., & Rezai, M. J. (2025). Diachronic variations of metadiscourse markers in research articles. Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 11, 101363.

Abbasi Aghdam, A., & Mahdavirad, F. (2024). A cross-disciplinary study of metadiscourse markers in research articles. Iranian Journal of English for Academic Purposes, 13(4), 76–89.

Atai, M. R., & Abbasi, A. (2023). Exploring the EAP needs of Iranian students of medicine. Taiwan International ESP Journal, 14(1), 1–30.