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ISSN: 3093-7841

Journal of Language Service Studies (JLSS) is an academic journal devoted to the research and development of language services in the context of globalization and technological advancement. It provides an international platform for scholars, educators, and practitioners to share cutting-edge research, practical experiences, and innovative insights in the language service industry.View full aims and scope

Frequency: Semi-annual (June, December)

Current Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): In Progress

Article Article ID: 100942 1–13

Integrated Management of Interpretation and Translation for Large-Scale Events under the Buddhism Yichang Tradition

by Hairuo Wang

197 (Abstract) 232 (Download) PDF

June 2026, DOI: 10.63385/jlss.v2i1.379

Abstract:Managing translation and interpreting services for large-scale international events presents significant challenges, particularly in implementing an integrated management model that synergizes both modalities. Research in this area, especially practice-oriented case studies, remains limited. This paper addresses this gap by conducting an in-depth case study of the translation management for the 6t... More >>

Review Article ID: 100960 14–27

The Evolution and Application of Thematic Analysis in Language Services Research: Methodological Challenges, Reflections, and Future Directions

by Xiaoming Tian, Siyi Sun, Lihua Xu

500 (Abstract) 215 (Download) PDF

June 2026, DOI: 10.63385/jlss.v2i1.399

Abstract:This article provides a critical examination of the evolution, application, and methodological implications of thematic analysis (TA) within language services research. Drawing on the principles of reflexive thematic analysis (RTA) as both an organizing and interpretive framework, the study reviews and synthesizes existing literature across six key domains: national language planning, urban govern... More >>

Article Article ID: 100971 28–38

Strategic Self-Praise in Anonymous Language Service Platforms: A Pragmatic Study of Dating Advertisements on QQ Zone Confession Wall in China

by Muwen Yang, Qianyu Chen, Jinlong Yang

224 (Abstract) 202 (Download) PDF

June 2026, DOI: 10.63385/jlss.v2i1.411

Abstract:The development of the internet has made online socializing and partner seeking possible, thereby enabling single individuals to communicate and match with one another across temporal and geographical boundaries within virtual spaces. The rise of online dating has drawn scholarly attention from fields such as sociology, psychology, and linguistics, giving rise to a growing body of research on the ... More >>

Article Article ID: 100973 39–49

Reconceptualising Language Services in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Balancing Technological Efficiency with Human Expertise

by Olusegun Oladele Jegede

255 (Abstract) 252 (Download) PDF

June 2026, DOI: 10.63385/jlss.v2i1.413

Abstract:This position paper argues that sustainable progress in the language service industry depends on harmonising artificial intelligence with human expertise rather than replacing human practitioners. It begins by tracing the evolution of language services from traditional human translation to artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted workflows, emphasising that while technology enhances speed and accessi... More >>

Review Article ID: 100980 50–65

Maritime Language Services for Shanghai International Shipping Center: An Innovative Model and Its Implementations

by Yang Liu

227 (Abstract) 235 (Download) PDF

June 2026, DOI: 10.63385/jlss.v2i1.422

Abstract:The construction of Shanghai’s International Shipping Center has entered into a more advanced phase of development, in which the soft infrastructure such as language service capabilities manifested its indispensable role. Yet the potential of maritime language services in the pursuit of the Center’s capacity to sustain global competitiveness has been underestimated. The current provision of mariti... More >>

Review Article ID: 100997 66–86

Quantifying Punctuation Patterns in Chinese Language for Language Service Applications

by Tomasz Stanisz, Jin Liu, Jarosław Kwapień, Stanisław Drożdż, Michał Dolina, Jakub Dec

929 (Abstract) 131 (Download) PDF

June 2026, DOI: 10.63385/jlss.v2i1.100997

Abstract:Punctuation is commonly treated as an auxiliary feature of writing, yet it encodes crucial information about syntactic organization, discourse rhythm, and narrative structure. In modern Chinese, punctuation forms a hybrid system shaped by traditional practices and imported Western conventions, making it especially relevant for quantitative analysis and language service applications. This review pr... More >>

Article Article ID: 101087 87–99

Drama Pedagogy in Language Service Education: A Case Study of Interpreter Communication Skill Development in Distance Higher Education

by Konstantinos Mastrothanasis

195 (Abstract) 129 (Download) PDF

June 2026, DOI: 10.63385/jlss.v2i1.101087

Abstract:The development of professional competencies in language mediation is commonly associated with linguistic accuracy, memory management, and rapid bilingual processing. Yet interpreting and related language service activities also depend on broader communicative abilities, including attentive listening, vocal clarity, interaction management, and sensitivity to contextual meaning. In recent years, ex... More >>

Article Article ID: 101118 100–111

Reflective Practice in the Design of Training Activities for Language Service Providers

by Li Li

64 (Abstract) 43 (Download) PDF

June 2026, DOI: 10.63385/jlss.v2i1.101118

Abstract:Many educators in higher education have emphasized the important role of translation theory in the undergraduate training of language service providers, principally translators; however, the methods of teaching translation theory to undergraduates who are aiming to become language service providers remain largely unexplored. This article reports on one trainer’s use of reflective practice in the d... More >>

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