This course is designed to train students to conduct critical studies of scientific journal articles in the field of applied linguistics, especially TESOL. Specifically, this course equips students with knowledge about selecting good scientific journals in various online scientific journal databases, using reference management software, evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of scientific articles, and writing annotated bibliographies and literature reviews. Students are also equipped with knowledge about problem identification according to research interests. Teaching and learning activities are carried out through presentations by lecturers, student presentations, individual consultations, discussions and assignments.