Focus and Scope

Focus and Scope

JBM

Jurnal Bahasa
Mandarin

Jurnal Bahasa Mandarin aims to provide a platform for academics and researchers to publish high-quality research and analytical studies within the field of Chinese studies. The journal covers a broad spectrum of topics to foster a deeper understanding of the linguistic, literary, and cultural developments related to the Mandarin-speaking world.

Jurnal Bahasa Mandarin is a scholarly journal managed by Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Mandarin, Fakultas Bahasa dan Seni, Universitas Negeri Surabaya. The journal aims to publish research articles related to the Mandarin language in order to promote broader and more up-to-date developments in Mandarin studies in Indonesia. The scope of Jurnal Bahasa Mandarin includes: Mandarin Language Education, Chinese Linguistics, Chinese Literature, Chinese Historical Studies, Chinese Culture, and Contemporary China. Jurnal Bahasa Mandarin (JBM) adopts a publication policy of one volume per year, divided into two issues. Articles submitted in February, March, April, May, and June will be processed for publication in the January issue. Meanwhile, articles submitted in August, September, October, November, and December will be processed for publication in the July issue. Thus, the JBM publication process follows a system in which issues are scheduled in the month preceding the article submission period.

Research Area
Sub-Themes & Topics
Mandarin Language Education
Teaching and learning strategies, curriculum development, and pedagogy of the Mandarin language.
Mandarin Linguistics
Scientific study of the Mandarin language, including phonology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics.
Mandarin Literature
Critical analysis of classical and modern Mandarin literary works and their social impacts.
Chinese Historical Studies
Comprehensive research on the history of China across different dynasties and eras.
Chinese Culture
Exploration of Chinese traditions, philosophy, arts, and socio-cultural values.
Contemporary China
Analysis of modern issues, socio-political dynamics, and current developments in China.