Additionally, the shift in publication strategies, with an increased emphasis on disseminating research findings in
regional journals indexed in Latindex 2.0, aims to address issues pertinent to the local community. Overall, the findings of this
study not only provide valuable insights into research autonomy within the Language Center of the Technical University of
Babahoyo.
Moving forward, it is imperative for the department to continue investing in capacity-building initiatives, creating
interdisciplinary collaborations, and working with new technologies to sustain research growth and innovation. By doing so,
the department can further solidify its position as a leading hub for linguistic and pedagogical research, driving positive change
and making meaningful contributions to society.
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