The Adoption of Artificial Intelligence Into Journalism Practice: Perspectives From the Ghanaian Media Industry
The adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in journalism globally is characterized by a significant disparity, with Western countries exhibiting more widespread and advanced usage compared to non-Western countries. As a result, research on AI’s application in journalism has predominantly focused on developed economies, creating a substantial knowledge gap and scarcity of studies exploring AI’s …
Acculturation and Ethnic Identity: The Case of Vietnam Around 17th-19th Centuries and Now Global Integration
Acculturation is a phenomenon that occurs when groups of people (communities, ethnicities) with different cultures interact and come into contact with each other, creating cultural changes in one or both groups. It is the combination of “endogenous” and “exogenous” factors that create richer, more diverse, and more progressive cultural development. However, the challenges and consequences …
Force and Counterforce: Ukrainian Art’s Response to Russian Colonization
Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 shone the light on the ways the culture is employed in war and propaganda machines. It also sparked new discussion about the colonial ambition Russia has nurtured for centuries towards Ukraine and other countries around it. This paper focuses on ways Russia has appropriated Ukrainian art and culture, …
Hearing Gender: Re-thinking Gender, Sound and Public Space Through a Female Soundwalk Project and a Sound Installation in Hong Kong
Over the past three years, we conducted two rounds of soundwalks with Chinese female immigrants in Hong Kong’s public spaces. These soundwalks, designed to guide participants through diverse public spaces, facilitated deep listening, creative recording, and reflective practices. By documenting their auditory experiences and personal reflections, we observed the manifestation of gendered perceptions of safety, …
Stealth Advertising Awareness, Knowledge, and Perceived Ethicality in TV Patrol and 24 Oras News Programs Among Select Communication Students
Stealth advertising (Kaikati & Kaikati, 2004) is seemingly becoming prevalent in Filipino television shows and news broadcasts are no exemption. Stealth ads are characterized by covert promotional messages embedded within media content. The quantitative study investigated the news and ad literacy level of communication students towards the presence and ethicality of stealth advertisements in the …
Economics of Mediated Objective Time: Filipino Digital Immigrants’ Media Choice, Gratification, and Usage
Media compete for our attention and time; regardless of age, critical credence in the evolving digital space is a must, specifically on how one’s time is spent actively or taken passive-unconsciously. This quantitative study looked at the mediated time expenditure of Filipino digital immigrants (FDI), such as Baby boomers and Generation X, to various media …
Implementation of Public Relations Strategy to Increase Engagement Rate on Instagram at Lerep Tourism Village Indonesia
The lack of social media management in Lerep Tourism Village has resulted in weak branding and low marketing effectiveness, as reflected by an Instagram engagement rate of @desawisatalerep just 0.44% in March 2024. This study aims to design a public relations strategy to increase the Instagram engagement rate for Lerep Tourism Village. The target audience …
Space and Time Through the Lens: A Cinematic Exploration From Lumière, Warhol and Keiller
To gain a deeper understanding of how space and time are depicted in cinematic movement-image, this paper analyzes five seminal films: Arrivée d’un train en gare de La Ciotat (1897) by the Lumière brothers, Empire (1964) by Andy Warhol, and Patrick Keiller’s Robinson trilogy (London [1994], Robinson in Space [1997], and Robinson in Ruin [2010]). …
The Enigma of the Recurring “Bodies” From Si Spencer’s Adaptation
Finding forensic science analogically revealing of conceptual or textual analysis, this paper investigates (punned intended) the concept of movement as enunciated by Yuk Hui’s Recursivity and Contingency by alluding to the extraordinary 2023 limited series created by Paul Tomalin, a titular adaptation of Si Spenser’s 2015 graphic novel. The title does not merely remind us …
The Socio-Environmental Impact of Angklung Paglak as Cultural Artifacts in Agriculture in Kemiren Village, Banyuwangi, East Java, Indonesia
This research examines the role of agriculture in shaping human civilization, focusing on Indonesia as an agrarian nation. Centering on Angklung Paglak, a bamboo musical instrument from Banyuwangi, East Java, performed atop bamboo towers to celebrate the rice harvest, the study uncovers the complex indigenous knowledge linked to this practice. Angklung Paglak embodies traditional agricultural …
Sensationalism in YouTube Viral Contents: How Heavily Emotion-Loaded Contents Are Ignoring News Standards in Nepal
Sensationalism in YouTube news platforms is common in developing countries given amateur content creators having easy access to produce video contents and unhealthy competitions in going viral. This study explores how viral-going sensational stories have ignored journalistic ethical standards in Nepal. Contents of 20 mostly viewed video stories streamed in 14 YouTube news platforms were …
“Dao” and “Brahman”: A Brief Comparison of Cultivation Beliefs in China and India
The highest category in Chinese philosophy is DAO, while in Indian philosophy, it is BRAHMAN. Belonging to Eastern thought, there is a certain consistency in the concepts of cultivation in China and India: since Plato, the Western philosophical tradition has been enthusiastic about the pursuit of BEING; in contrast, the concept of DAO in Chinese …
Cartoonization Practices: The Visual Perspective of Learners With Intellectual Disabilities in a Participatory Learning Environment
Participatory learning is known as a form of teaching method that focuses on the learner, deemed suitable for learners with intellectual disabilities as it encourages engagement, attention, and flexibility in nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and awareness as a part of their cognitive ability. This mental ability can be sharpened through practice that involves the repetition …
Adaptive Architecture in Sensitive Ecological Contexts: A Case Study of Firefly Conservation in Taro Village, Bali
The concept that “nature is the best architect” is widely acknowledged in environmental design. When architects encounter design challenges, they frequently look to nature for inspiration. This practice of deriving ideas from natural examples and integrating them into architectural solutions is a well-established and effective approach within the field. However, the challenge intensifies when we …
Subterranean Encounters: Speculative Tension and the Underground Space in Takano Fumio’s “Swan Knight” and Nazlı Eray’s “Orpheus”
John L. Hennessey defines speculative fiction as a literary canon that mixes familiarity and radical alterity, utilising unrealistic elements to explore hypothetical scenarios or bring aspects of the reader’s world into sharp belief (2024). This paper reads Takano Fumio’s Swan Knight (2024) and Nazlı Eray’s Orpheus (2006) as speculative fiction, contending that both works approach …
Ephemeral Content as an Instrument to Convey Identitary Values in Masstige Fashion Brands’ Communication
During the last decades economists have noticed the increased power of middle-class consumers and call it a key megatrend. Scholars notice middle-class consumers changing their purchase habits and leaning more towards hedonic values than the utilitarian, aiming for social power and self-improvement. These changes have caused the emergency of masstige strategies among brands which refers …
Semiotic Analysis of Fan-Made Illustrations in Film Parasite Posters: Visualizing Social Inequality
The movie Parasite (Bong, 2019) made history as the first Asian film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture, inspiring fans to create unique posters. Despite the popularity of these fan-made posters, limited research in Indonesia examines them from a visual semiotics perspective. In fields like visual communication and film, posters are crucial promotional …
Empowering Indonesian Ceramicists Through Participatory Design: Co-designing a Mobile App
Ceramics is a form of culture that carries traditional values that have existed for a long time in Indonesian society. More than 100 Indonesian ceramicists gathered in ID Ceramics community, an Indonesian ceramicist community initiated by ceramic enthusiasts in Jakarta. Every ceramicist has many ways of explorations and practices in making ceramic glazes. The iterative …
Exploring Emotional Engagement in Augmented Reality Simulation of the Seven Dyslexia Visual Distortion
Dyslexia is a phonological learning difficulty that affects an individual’s ability to process linguistic codes despite having high cognitive ability and keen vision. People with visual dyslexia also experience seven visual distortions in reading: words that jump out of the page, melt away, blurry, shaky, and others. Regardless of dyslexia’s high prevalence rate (1 out …
Enabling Children as Disaster Risk Communicators by Using Social Media Learning Kit
Children are widely recognized as one of the most at-risk groups from disasters but can also play a significant role in disaster risk reduction, including as effective communicators. Involving children in these activities and decision-making processes is crucial for enabling proactive measures and effective risk communication within families and communities. Social media can be a …
Redefining Art Spaces: Interactive Features in Digital Art Exhibitions
Art exhibitions held in digital spaces not only function as an alternative when art exhibitions cannot be held in physical spaces. Exhibitions in digital spaces offer a high level of accessibility and affordability, thus having great potential to connect individuals from different parts of the world. Digital platform art exhibitions provide artists and their creations …
From Isolation to Understanding: Leveraging Transmedia Storytelling to Foster Empathy for Infertility in Indonesia
Due to deep-rooted mythical and societal beliefs, infertility in Indonesia is heavily stigmatized, leaving affected couples feeling isolated and impacting their well-being. Although storytelling is recognized as a powerful medium for fostering empathy, it faces challenges such as shortened attention spans across generations and the cognitive effort required for empathetic engagement. This study explores the …
Photography and Visual Diary: Participatory Visual Research for Creating Educational Toys That Enhance Social Skills in Children With Disabilities
Intervention in education regarding social relations, especially understanding profiles and role tasks within the family, becomes a fundamental social issue experienced by children with mental and intellectual disabilities. Due to their limitations in communication and interaction with others, these children find it challenging to comprehend the complexity of social relations within the family. Educational toys …
Politics of Omission: the Hong Kong Film Unit in the Watershed Moment of Global Decolonization
In 1966, the British colonial government’s Hong Kong Film Unit inaugurated its longest-running series Hong Kong Today (1966-1974). Initially established in 1959 under the Public Relations Office and later renamed Government Information Services (GIS), the Film Unit was a publicity arm of the Colonial Government of Hong Kong. Tellingly, the Today series in 1966 would …
Indonesian Online Media Coverage Regarding the Thorium-Powered Nuclear Power Plant: Media Conglomeration Practices for Reporting Nuclear Issues to the Public
This research examined how media conglomeration practices made the public aware of the construction plan issue of a thorium-powered nuclear power plant on Gelasa Island, Central Bangka Regency, Bangka Islands Province through the coverage in three news articles on detikcom and KOMPAS.com as online news media platforms out of media conglomerates in Indonesia, for the …
Ceramics as a Medium for Social Critique: Artistic Reflections on Freedom and Marginalization
Modern life often generates various forms of personal anxiety, which, in turn, contribute to a broader social unease. This anxiety can stem from multiple sources, including feelings of alienation and injustice experienced by individuals within contemporary social structures. Within this conceptual framework, the author draws inspiration from the experience of caring for rescue dogs living …
Forensic Linguistics: Deception and Defamation of Digital Discourse
This study aims to review published research articles that studied digital text crimes, which are deception and defamation based on forensic linguistic point of view. The authors developed three inquiries: linguistic aspects, the selection of research design, and the trend of studies that discussed deceptions and defamations within published scientific articles. The data were twenty …
Visual Semiotics of Javanese Cultural Signs in Indonesia’s Popular Horror Film Titled “KKN Di Desa Penari”
The rapid development of horror films in Indonesia provides a perspective on the increasing trend and global interest in the entertainment industry. Many Indonesian filmmakers have gained attention from audiences and achieved viral status in 2022. One such example is the horror film titled “KKN DI DESA PENARI,” which is among the most popular horror …
Learning Basic Film Lighting in Virtual Reality Based Interactive Film “Cahaya Cinta Perlahan Menyilaukan”
“Cahaya Cinta Perlahan Menyilaukan” is a virtual reality based interactive film produced by the Film and Animation department at Multimedia Nusantara University. This film was developed specifically for learning vocational skills in a simulated film production environment for film students in vocational schools and university level. Previous research and projects that utilize virtual reality technology …
It’s Time to Podcast: Hype or Here to Stay? A Pre- and Post-pandemic Trend Study
Podcasts represent a significant media trend due to their accessibility, variety of content, and ability to reach niche audiences by offering a personalized listening experience. A scholarly study of podcast usage is critical as it provides insight into changing media consumption patterns. This study integrates Uses and Gratification Theory, which has been applied by many …
The Role of Rural Aesthetics and Cultural Practices in Promoting Active Ageing in Northern Thai Community
This study examines the impact of rural aesthetics and cultural practices on fostering active ageing in a case study village of Baan Pong Nuea, a rural community in Northern Thailand. Focusing on a high proportion of elderly residents, the research explores how the physical environment, cultural traditions, and social structures contribute to health and well-being …
In Birth Control We Trust: Analyzing Modern Contraception Behavior and Parasocial Relationships With Health Personalities Online
Family planning in the Philippines is a complex topic because of difficulties in accessing modern contraceptives exacerbated by various external factors. Because of this, Filipinos go to social media to seek reproductive health information, especially among health professional content creators. To further bridge the gap between health communication and social media, this study aimed to …
Broadcast Media Diversity as an ‘Enabling Environment’ for Sustainable Media Democratization: A Media Ecology Perspective
This research aims to examine media diversity based on broadcasting categories and broadcast areas. Based on media ecology theory, this research focuses on the current state of the broadcast media industry in Indonesia from the perspective of media ecology and media democratization. This research uses digital methods that focus on data mining to collect and …
The Dark Side of Adolescent Girls’ Minds in “The Corn Maiden: A Love Story” by Joyce Carol Oates
“The Corn Maiden: A Love Story” (2005) by Joyce Carol Oates tells the story of an 11-year-old blonde girl with a learning disability, Marissa Bantry, who is kidnapped and held captive by 13-year-old Jude Trahern and her friends. Eventually, Marissa is rescued, and Jude commits self-immolation. Other characters include Marissa’s single mother, Leah, and Mikal …
Transformation of Rituals and Movement of Mandar Sandeq Sailors Into the Creation of Theater Performance
The development of performing arts today, especially theater, has undergone a connection of events across time explored by artists. In the Indonesian context, the discourse on tradition and local cultural wisdom often becomes a primary subject on stage. The Mandar people, as an ethnic group on the western coast of Sulawesi, maintain an intimate relationship …
Bright on the Grey Sea: Reconsider Film Poetry Through a Chinese Lens
This presentation stands between worlds. It has its roots in the beauty of the work of a Late Tang Dynasty poet Li Shangyin but its voice speaks into the realm of internationally considered film poetry as a form of short film. The researcher will showcase a practice-led, artistic project which develops a corpus of three …
Memes as Critique of Daily Life: A Study on “HomeDesign369” TikTok Videos
The rise of interior design short videos on YouTube Shorts and TikTok has become favourable content, offering entertainment and practical solutions for daily life problems. Recently, the popularity of these videos has surged, particularly due to the viral phenomenon of “Little John”. The narratives of “Little John” and his interior problems were popularised by a …
“Political Fairness” in Japan: A Comparative Analysis with the US Legal Framework
Guided by Social Responsible Theory, the research employs a qualitative media content analysis to compare political fairness regulations towards the press in the US and Japan. While the US abolished the Fairness Doctrine in 1987, Japan has long discussed an expansive interpretation and potential removal of the political fairness clause Article 4 of the Broadcasting …
Women’s Voices: An Analysis of Arab Women’s Poetry and Its Role in Empowerment
This paper explored the content and poetic style of Arab feminist poems that interact with race, class, sexual orientation, etc. The analysis featured three Arab poets namely Souad Al-Sabah, Ghada Al-Samman, and Fadwa Tuqan. They used poetry to empower women and challenge societal norms. This research used literary qualitative content analysis. Fifteen (15) of their …
Fanfiction: Mode of Storytelling or Marketing Device, Analysed Through Uses and Gratifications Approach
Fanfiction is an evolving literary genre that happens in a fictional world, combining the elements of beloved characters and alternate scenarios. It is a technique of world-building with retellings of stories catered to the preferences of audience practiced in the contemporary world. In the recent times with the coming of the Marvel Comics adapting their …
Unveiling the Dissonant Narratives of Mintal, Davao City As the Philippines’ Little Tokyo
This study presents the complex heritage narrative of Mintal, Davao City, dubbed as the “Little Tokyo of the Philippines.” It critically examines the dissonant heritage claim that contrasts the celebratory Japanese influence with the marginalized Filipino contributions in historical accounts. Drawing from an extensive literature review encompassing 236 sources, including works by Japanese writers in …
Comparative Analysis of the Political Message Strategies and Transmedia Storytelling Techniques in the 2022 Philippine Presidential Elections
The 2022 Philippines presidential election has been among the most divisive and digitally active in the country’s electoral history. Numerous political messaging strategies have been used to create a compelling and persuasive message to engage the electorate. This study contributes to the growing global literature on message and platform studies focusing on political message strategies …
The Overlooked Cases of Female Hikikomori: Visual Representation in Manga
A large amount of Western and Asian consumers has started to watch anime (Japanese animation) and read manga (Japanese comics) resulting in them thinking of Japan as ‘exceptional’ and ‘relaxed’. It has also resulted in Japan possessing soft power globally through visual mediums leading to several debates and discussions from various perspectives. One such debate …
Print to Screen: Analysing Film Adaptations – a Critique and Writing Course on the Process of Re-imagining Literature for Cinema
Films adapted from books are a recognized genre popular among moviegoers and sometimes, one that draws controversial responses among literary fans. Cinema started adapting literature onto the screen by bringing canonical works read by educated and predominantly middle-class individuals to the mass public in the early 1900s. The direct comparison between the two media was …
Mental Health Consultation Through Telemedicine, Does it Work? A Case Study of Psychologists and Patients in Online Consultation
The advancement of technology has brought a significant impact to our lives, including in the health sector. The presence of telemedicine allows us to access health information and health services very easily. It enables users to communicate with doctors virtually via chat consultations and video calls. Halodoc, a telemedicine platform from Indonesia has been providing …
Performing Microcelebrity: Analysing Kairos, Modes, and Practices in the Era of Breaking of World Record in Ghana
Ghana was shaken when Afua Asantewaa Aduonum attempted to break the Guinness world record for the longest singing marathon by an individual dubbed the “sing-a-thon”. Drawing inspiration from Hilda Bassey in Nigeria who broke the world record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual dubbed “cook-a-thon” which lasted only for a while. Ghanaian social …
Unraveling Themes of Feminism and Postmodernity in “And Just Like That…”
This essay examines the feminist and postmodern themes in And Just Like That… (2021–), and examines the malleability of their portrayal in its prequel, Sex and the City (1998–2004). Since its initial broadcast, Sex and the City has been the subject of several media and academic critiques, which argue that it inadequately addresses feminist themes, …
Listeners’ Participation in Community Radio: A Case of Radio Grahamstown, South Africa
This paper aims to look at the role and importance of listeners’ participation in community radio using Radio Grahamstown, a community radio based in Grahamstown, South Africa, as a case study. While radio has proven itself as a very important developmental tool, it is also important to note that listeners’ participation is important for development …
Toward Automating the Classification of Films’ Narrative Structures
Traditional methods of analyzing film narrative structure typically involve qualitative analyses of script and film elements as well as quantitative assessments of editing patterns. These approaches are limited by scalability and efficiency due to the extensive manual human labor required, making them impractical for analyzing large datasets. This paper examines how machine learning techniques can …
Collaborative Hospitality Design Study Linking Academia and Industry: Understanding the Shifts in Guests’ Preferences for Innovative Design Models
The hospitality sector is facing considerable transformation leading to changes in guests’ needs. According to studies, innovative design solutions are in demand for distinctive experiences. This investigation identifies current hospitality guests’ expectations for advanced design responses. Several data validate the research including the results of the Hospitality Design Challenge incorporated in a design course at …
Co-creating Media Innovation for Social Value: The Thai Media Lab Model
This research explores a collaborative approach between academia and media professionals for media innovation with social value. The data collected from the “Thai Media Lab” process (2021-2023) served as a model for this “co-creation media innovation research network.” The lessons learned from the media development process between academia and media professionals were analyzed. The study …
Fantastic: Exploring the Intermedial Productivity of the Fangirl
Fandoms serve as a rich site to examine intermedial play in modern culture, with fans engaging with and creating new, media-hybrid products that honour, subvert, and/or expand source material. While the body serves as both site and tool for this work, such productivity is only considered valuable and legitimate if conducted by a certain type …
Exploring the Dynamics of Violence and Power in School in Thai Teen Series “Girl From Nowhere”
Exploring the Dynamics of Violence and Power in School in Thai Teen Series “Girl From Nowhere” is a qualitative research. The objective is to investigate and analyze the issues of violence and power in schools portrayed in the series ‘Girl From Nowhere’. The study found that ‘Girl From Nowhere’ presents various forms of violence—physical violence, …
Rural Narratives and Media Convergence in Thai Cinema
The year 2023 marked a resurgence for Thai cinema, highlighted by the successes of The Undertaker and Death Whisperer, which brought rural narratives and socio-cultural themes to the forefront. Produced by Thibaan Studio, The Undertaker became Thailand’s highest-grossing film of the year, while Death Whisperer engaged audiences with its haunting portrayal of family and community …
The Reflection of Society in Udom Taephanich’s Stand-Up Comedy
This mixed-methods research investigates the social reflections and audience perceptions in Udom Taephanich’s stand-up comedy show, “Deaw 13” or “No. 13”. Content analysis of the show reveals 13 topics of social, cultural, and political themes domains, predominantly employing humor based on reality. Quantitative findings showed that the audience most frequently recalled issues related to the …
Task-Based Instruction (TBI) to Motivate Elementary Students in Ghizer, Gilgit-Baltistan to Improve English Language Speaking Skills
Public sector schools in Pakistan experience difficulties in teaching English, particularly spoken skills, owing to instructors’ unfamiliarity with current language teaching techniques. This research, done in Gilgit-Baltistan, investigates the use of task-based instruction (TBI) to motivate and improve the English-speaking abilities of sixth-grade pupils. Pragmatic action study consisted of three data gathering phases: reconnaissance, intervention, …
The Integration of Cross-Cultural Communication in Performing Arts: A Short Video Making Project
Recently, under the influence of the internationalization of universities, many international students have been attracted to study in Taiwan. Therefore, the opportunities for students to interact and communicate across cultures on campus have gradually increased; however, most Taiwanese students still have insufficient cross-cultural experience when facing international students. Due to the above problems, the purpose …
Unpredictable Box Office Performance of Franchise Blockbusters: The Fading “Magical” Appeal of the “Fantastic Beasts” Series in Mainland China
To achieve success in the box office, many filmmakers attempt to regroup the factors from the previous successful films into subsequent productions. The Fantastic Beasts series exemplifies a combination of multiple factors seen in the past successful formula, such as well-known intellectual property, famous stars, appealing spectacles, and less culturally specific genres. However, the box …
Cultural Symbolism in Vietnamese Horror Films
Vietnamese horror cinema has carved a niche in the global film industry, distinguished by its use of cultural symbolism to evoke fear. This study scrutinizes the intricate ways in which Vietnamese horror films incorporate indigenous beliefs, customs, and folklore to instill a profound sense of dread among local viewers. It revolves around three pivotal questions: …
From Clever Rain Tree to Cosmic Metaphor: Toru Takemitsu’s Musical Interpretation of Nature and Emotion
Toru Takemitsu’s Rain Tree Sketch series, inspired by Kenzaburō Ōe’s short story “Clever Rain Tree”, exemplifies the composer’s deep connection to nature and his masterful use of music to express emotion and metaphor. This paper explores Takemitsu’s musical journey from the clever rain tree to the cosmic metaphor, investigating how he interprets and transforms natural …
“Shanghai in the Night”: A Study of Urban Memory on Ballroom Dance Culture in Republican-Era Shanghai Cinema (1920s-1940s)
In the rapid process of modernization, Chinese metropolises like Shanghai have gradually tended towards a homogenization – the city’s identity formed by its semi-colonial history, vernacular architecture, and local’s habits has been largely replaced by modernist design, culture and lifestyle. To retrieve the vanishing urban memory, this study aims to use film as a method …
The Role of Mass Media in Political Stability
Social media have caused significant changes in interpersonal relationships and relationships between political systems. The masses and media have become such powerful tools that various societies and political systems cannot ignore them in their affairs and strategic planning. From a different perspective, political order and stability remain the most fundamental issues of human societies. The …
Exploring Instagram Advocacy for Citizenship Rights of Children Born to Malaysian Mothers Overseas
Social media has become a crucial tool for advocacy efforts as it has the power to connect individuals and communities globally and amplifying voices for crucial issues. On 9th September 2021, the High Court in Kuala Lumpur ruled that children born overseas to Malaysian mothers who are married to foreigners are automatically conferred Malaysian citizenship. …
Corpus-Based Analysis of Pervasive Linguistic Elements in Movies Scripts for Visualizing Characters: Trends in Parenthetical Directives
A movie script is a very technical written piece used among professionals working in the movie industry within restricted contexts. This has made it a shadowed area that has not been closely observed, especially in terms of the linguistic aspects. This early stage of filmmaking has unique linguistic features that are utilized under certain conditions …
Japanese Folk Toys (Kyodo Gangu): New Perspectives on Craftsmanship Models, Collectors and Cultural Nostalgia for the 21st Century
This paper aims to analyse the topic of Japanese Folk Toys (JFT) from a multidisciplinary perspective bringing the subject to the 21st century. While considering its previous historiography (S. Shimizu, F. Starr, and J. Kiburz) it will also analyse new aspects and the communities that are involved. While we can observe a crisis in the …
Communication Campaign of Social Marketing to Reduce Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs): The Case of Diabetes Mellitus at BaanTakhun Hospital in Southern Thailand
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs), particularly diabetes mellitus, represent a significant public health crisis in Thailand, contributing to approximately 17 million cases and over 300,000 deaths annually, with a majority occurring before age 60 (World Health Organization, n.d.). Recognizing the crucial role of diet in diabetes management, the Thai Health Promotion Foundation launched a communication campaign promoting …
Childism and Maternal Dysfunction in Tatsushi Ōmori’s “Mother” (2020)
Tatsushi Ōmori’s Mother (2020) vividly portrays the harrowing realities of childism through a profoundly dysfunctional maternal relationship. The film centers on Akiko and her son Shuhei, showcasing how childism manifests in their tumultuous family dynamic. Akiko’s manipulative and neglectful behavior starkly represents childism, exploiting and mistreating Shuhei to serve her own needs while disregarding his …
Revolutionizing Newsgathering: The Impact of Digital Media and New Technologies
The rise of digital media and new technologies has fundamentally changed news gathering, allowing journalists to gather, analyze and share information with unprecedented speed and accuracy. This article explores the integration of tools such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and data analytics into journalism, improving the ability to process large data sets, identify trends and …
Gender Roles Perceptions Among Preteen in Bali: A Phenomenological Study
Gender roles are one of the constructs within gender that are typically socialised during childhood through various sides such as family, social environment, culture and media. Balinese culture holds distinctive concepts of gender roles known as purusa and pradana, where a misunderstanding of these constructs has led to a perception that males are more dominant …
New Comedy Paradigm: The Ascendancy of Stand-Up Comics in Indonesian Film
This study examines the trend of stand-up comedians entering the Indonesian film industry, particularly focusing on their influence on the comedy genre. Over the past few years, comedians like Ernest Prakasa, Muhadkly Acho, and Bene Dion Rajagukguk have become prominent filmmakers and actors in Indonesian cinema. The aim of this research is to investigate the …
The Influence of Makeup on Individual Self-Identity: An Exploratory Study
Makeup has increasingly become an important factor affecting self-identity and social interaction among college students. With the popularity of social media and the rise of the beauty industry, more and more young people are using makeup to shape their social image and express their personalities. The purpose of this study is to explore the Chinese …
Facilitating Students for an English Course: A Teacher’s Journey
Internationalization and globalization enable positive returns in a wide range of human activities. The affected sectors include education and industry. English language is critical to Malaysia’s ability to become a global player in education and encourage the internationalization of higher education. As a result, there has been a greater emphasis on improving graduates’ language proficiency. …
Reimagining the Classics: Ink Art Meets AI Innovation
The convergence of Ink painting and Artificial Intelligence (AI) has opened up new avenues for creative expression, pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms. This study explores the experiences of AI and Chinese art, examining the potential of AI-driven visual design in transforming the classic aesthetic of Ink art. A case study is presented, featuring …
Understanding the Role of Personal Motivations in Social Media Use and Choices for Interpersonal Communication
The public introduction of social networking sites (SNS) such as Facebook and exponential growth of social media as a medium in the last twenty years has been unprecedented, revolutionizing interpersonal interactions between people, marketing communication and driving up internet growth rates. The ongoing changes in preferences, uses and gratifications of SNS need to be examined, …
The Role of Social Media In Government Communication During COVID-19 Pandemic: The Case of KSA
The objective of this study was to examine the role of official government social media accounts as a reliable source of information during the COVID-19 epidemic. This thesis was developed and refined to understand the significance of social media in enabling government communication in Saudi Arabia during the pandemic crisis. The investigation examined the nature …
Your Justice Is Different From My Justice: Quantifying Mental State Variation of Identical Words Through a Case Study of Korean Newspaper Corpora
This study offers a quantitative investigation of a well-established question in theoretical linguistics: how identical words can carry subtle semantic variations across different contexts. While linguists have long recognized this phenomenon, empirical measurement has been elusive. Using computational linguistic techniques, this research analyzes politically contrasting two Korean newspapers as corpora to demonstrate and quantify how …
Socioeconomic Status of Bamboo-Based Handicrafts Producers: A Case Study in Handessa Grama Niladhari Division, Kandy, Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, the production of bamboo crafts and utensils largely relies on local knowledge specific to the regions where bamboo plantations are situated. The bamboo-based handicraft industry in Sri Lanka comprises semi-skilled, unorganized, disintegrated, and economically disadvantaged workers who face notable social discrimination. However, the industry has the potential to improve the socioeconomic status …
Campus Cinema: University Portrayals in Contemporary Films
This research analyses English-speaking films made from 2014 to 2024 that are primarily set in university environments. The main aim is to investigate the role of universities in these films, focusing on how these institutions are depicted and whether they adhere to stereotypical representations. By examining a diverse selection of movies, this research also seeks …
Exploring Physics Concepts on the “Fahombo” Stone Jumping Tradition in Nias Tribe, Indonesia
Physics learning in Indonesia is still regarded as a subject that students fear and find boring. One way to address this issue is by integrating local culture with physics concepts. This study investigates the physics concepts embedded in the traditional stone-jumping tradition, “Fahombo,” practiced by the Nias tribe in Indonesia. Fahombo is a cultural ceremony …
Discursive Representation of Older People in Taiwanese Newspapers on the COVID-19 Pandemic
News representation of older people has been observed to stigmatize or stereotype them in ways that raise concerns about the reinforcement of social ageism, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recent Western literature (2020-2021) has revealed that, in the context of COVID-19, older people are primarily depicted as a vulnerable, homogeneous, or misbehaving group. Such discourses …
Social Media Use and Body-Shaming as Predictors in Possible Development of Muscle Dysmorphia Symptoms Among Filipino Bodybuilders
Muscle Dysmorphia, a sub-type of Body Dysmorphic Disorder, is influenced by biological, psychological, cognitive, and sociological factors. This study explored the predictive effects of social media use and body shaming on muscle dysmorphic symptoms among non-clinical Filipino bodybuilders. It examined the prevalence and relationships between these variables. Using General Linear Model Regression analysis, social media …
On the Use of Original Audiovisual Documents and Manuscript to Teach “The Little Prince”
This article introduces several original documents used to teach French and French Literature to Taiwanese university students. The audiovisual documents were made in cooperation with a female French singer and harp player, a former Taiwanese student who studied French and visual arts, and a Taiwanese teacher. The result of our work is a video with …
The Evolution of Visual Representation of the Body: From Mirrors to Digital Image
This paper argues that as the mediums for observing our bodies evolve from mirrors to analog photography and eventually to digital images, the increasing roughness of these mediums and images leads to a shift in the relationship between individuals and their self-images. This relationship moves from identification to gradual separation, ultimately resulting in rupture and …
The Influence of Traditional Media and Social Media on Public Agenda-setting: A Case Study of Epidemic
In China’s media environment in recent years, social media is considered to be far more influential than traditional media in setting the public agenda. However, this paper argues that under special circumstances such as the outbreak of a large-scale epidemic, the status of traditional media and social media in setting the public agenda will change …
Social Media Dynamics in Indonesian Politics: Social Media Political Marketing and Branding in the 2024 Presidential Elections
Following the conclusion of Indonesia’s 2024 presidential election, social media’s role as a crucial tool in political marketing has become even clearer. With Indonesia’s vast online population, particularly Millennials and Gen Z, who comprised over half of the electorate, social media platform especially Instagram served as essential channel for candidate engagement and voter influence. This …
The Language of Desire: Decoding the Aesthetic Experience Through Art Festival’s Promotional Materials on Xiaohongshu
Over the past decade, art festivals have become a popular tool for spatial regeneration and cultural innovation. By transforming familiar spaces into new and unknown places, art festivals create a creative atmosphere and give new meaning to day-to-day life. In the pre-exposure stage of event design, promotional materials embody the organisers’ creativity and provide room …
Hegemonic Mimicry in South Korean Division Blockbusters: Sunshine Policy within Compressed Modernity
This paper explores how Korean Division Blockbusters, exemplified by the film Steel Rain, mirrors the shifting dynamics of ‘otherness’ on the Korean peninsula, showcasing the potential for peace between North and South Korea. It underscores the pivotal role of the Sunshine Policy in shaping an ambivalent yet humanized portrayal of North Korea in Korean Division …
Analysis of Language Use in the Discourse of Buying and Selling Interactions at Sungguminasa Traditional Market, South Sulawesi
This study delves into the intricate use of language variation in buying and selling interactions at Sungguminasa Traditional Market, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Through observations involving 5 sellers and 5 buyers conversing in Indonesian with Makassar dialect, Makassarese with Konjo dialect, English, and Arab, the research uncovers how different languages and dialects are employed to create …
What Journalists Ask When Channels Are Blocked: A Topic Modeling of Requests on Education via Brazil’s Freedom of Information Act Under Bolsonaro’s Administration
This research examines how the hostile policy of the extreme right-wing Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro (2019-2023) towards the critical journalism has affected the access to public information by journalists in education. An exploratory data analysis was performed on the public database of requests of the Brazilian Freedom of Information Act (LAI). The years 2019 and …
Audiophilia in the Age of Streaming: Preserving Aesthetics, Ritual, and Identity
Before the new millennium, the word “audiophile” evoked imagery of shrine-like stacks of componentry, shelves of vinyl or compact discs, and ritualistic actions towards the summoning of sound. Listening to music was often a communal experience, centered around systems in a shared space. But is that conception slowly disappearing? “Legacy” audiophiles are aging, and younger …
Modern Japanese Youth’s Ideologies As Seen in Vocaloid Music – Focusing on the Period From 2007 to 2011
VOCALOID is a voice synthesizer developed by Yamaha Corp. Following the development of VOCALOID, a new genre of music called Vocaloid music was born, and has gained significant popularity among young Japanese audiences. Given the dominance of young listeners and creators within this genre, Vocaloid music is said to greatly influent young Japanese people. Therefore, …
The Discursive Turning Point: The Inverted Representation of President Joko Widodo on the Cover of Tempo Magazine
This study examines the representation of Indonesian President Joko Widodo (known as Jokowi) on the covers of Tempo magazine. The focus is on the discursive representation of the president in these covers. The main issue examined in this study is the ideological shift in the way Jokowi was represented in Tempo through its verbal and …
The Capitalocene and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
A debate rages over earth’s entry into the geologic epoch referred to as the Anthropocene which acknowledges the negative impact that humans have had on the evolution of the earth, especially its impact on air quality and life on the planet. Responses to the Anthropocene assume a collective global responsibility for the degraded state of …
Unmasking Hate: A Critical Analysis of Anti-LGBTQ+ Discourse in Malaysian Social Media
Discrimination against non-heteronormative individuals in Malaysia is a systemic issue extending across various societal levels. Mainstream media, in this regard, has been shown to play a significant role in framing public discourse, often reinforcing existing societal norms, thus further marginalizing non-heteronormative communities and supporting cis-heterosexism as the prevailing ideology. Particularly alarming is the discourse surrounding …
Implementation of Language Proficiency Assessments for the Training of Community Interpreters
Kyoto University of Foreign Studies is planning to conduct language proficiency measurement tests (aptitude tests) in the fields of medical and infectious diseases, school and education, administration (disaster), and administration (tax) to have students certified according to the ISO 13611:2024 Interpreting – Requirements and guidelines for community interpreters. The main objectives of this initiative are: …
Eavesdropping: Its Significance to Narrative in “Abhijñānaśākuntala”
Although eavesdropping normally is considered inappropriate, in classical literature like Sanskrit it is interestingly acceptable, which leads to the very objective of this article, i.e. to study the function of eavesdropping in Sanskrit literature, Abhijñānaśākuntala or Śakuntalā the well-known Sanskrit play as the case study and the narratology as research methodology. The research question is …
Breaking Boundaries: How Design Transforms Social Roles and Gender Stereotypes
Considering design as a discipline capable of initiating transformative processes in society unveils a scenario rich with potential evolutions. Social norms contribute to defining identities when investigated through perspectives encompassing gender, culture and ethnicity. The constant presence of design in people’s lives brings an unquestionable social mandate, and Maldonado (2019) expresses the necessity of contemplating …
Authenticity and Monetization Practices of Thai Influencers on Instagram and TikTok
The rise of social media culture has empowered internet-famous individuals, commonly referred to as influencers, to generate commercialized media content across various social media platforms. In particular, the emergence of social media culture is growing significantly, especially within the realm of online commerce. Using a social semiotic multimodal approach, this paper investigates the strategies employed …
“Warming Rock” of Japanese Cuisine
In contemporary Japanese, the word “kaiseki” is written with characters for “gathering” (KAI/AU) and “seat, occasion, place” (SEKI) and commonly refers to an exquisite Japanese banquet cuisine. Kaiseki is characterized by its delicious, refined, seasonal, local, and expensive nature. A kaiseki meal typically consists of a succession of about a dozen courses, masterfully prepared from …
Journalists and Machines: Applying the Technology Adaptation Model to Understand AI Use in TV Journalism
This study explores the incorporation and interpretation of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in journalism through in-depth interviews with six journalists from three significant Indonesian news television channels: CNN Indonesia, Kompas TV, and TV One. This research seeks to gain insight into the manner in which journalists adjust to and perceive the integration of artificial intelligence …
Virtual Confessions: Understanding the Needs and Functions of Israeli Confession Pages on Facebook
This study investigated the attributes of confession pages on Facebook, their role within social networks, and their impact on society. It also explored the themes of posts uploaded to confession pages, their defining traits, the need for confession pages as a means for authors to evoke responses and support, and the effects of anonymity on …
“Transfigured Reminiscence”: A Vintage Porcelain Figurine Reborn Through 3D Virtualization and Kintsugi Art
Pottery and porcelain are inherently delicate and easily damaged, particularly during transportation or through inadvertent handling. Such damage diminishes their value. While traditional restoration methods may not fully recover the original value of these objects, the co-creation of new artifacts that fuse two distinct cultural traditions produces a new object with unique value. Our current …
Self-Confidence in Theater Acting: The Role of Self-Concept in Campus Theater
Self-confidence is a crucial factor for theater actors to perform well on stage. This study aims to analyze the influence of self-concept on the self-confidence of actors. The study specifically focuses on actors from the Campus Theater Institute of the Faculty of Arts and Design, Makassar State University (Terkam FSD UNM) who have experience as …
Exploring Undergraduate Attitudes Toward Study Abroad: Insights From a Cross-Sectional Study
This cross-sectional study conducted in 2023 explores the attitudes of 94 undergraduate students in Vietnam toward studying abroad. The investigation focuses on the perceived importance of studying abroad, particularly in Japan, and the preferences guiding the selection of study abroad destinations. Utilizing a five-level Likert scale, the questionnaire measured participants’ attitudes, revealing that 6.4% had …
Cultural Capital Development: A Case Study of Local Entrepreneurs on Textile Design and Production in Nan Province, Northern Thailand
Cultural capital exists in both tangible and intangible forms, encompassing lifestyle, beliefs, architecture, products, and objects that constitute integral parts of societal fabric. Especially concerning tangible cultural capital like traditional textiles, it conveys economic value. Cultural textiles in Thailand are crafted from silk, cotton, or hemp and are produced ethically, benefiting local communities. The diverse …
SDGs for Indigenous People: Exploring the Effectiveness of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh
This research aims to investigate the development projects in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) areas of Bangladesh and intends to determine the effectiveness and functioning of the FPIC properly before taking development projects. The indigenous community has the right to approve or reject any proposed initiatives that might have an impact on them. This study …
Body as an Intrinsic Value of Communication
The Syrian Civil War has profoundly impacted many people, particularly those who have been displaced. Women, often rendered invisible, find that their voices are inadequately recognized as relevant in various contexts. However, women in the Middle East have transformed their bodies into intrinsic values to communicate with the external world. This paper analytically investigates why …
The Educational Significance of Variety Shows on Young People’s Career Choices: The Case of the Chinese Variety Show ‘Let’s Farm’
“Let’s farm” is a reality show launched by the Chinese video platform iQIYI. The program invites ten young people lacking agricultural knowledge to undergo a six-month closed farming experience in the countryside of Hangzhou, China. It documents their arduous journey from zero to establishing their own agricultural company in a documentary style. After the show …
Pink Films at the 1983 Manila International Film Festival: Diplomacy Through Erotic Cinema Between the Philippines and Japan
The state-sponsored Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) of the 1980s was among the more controversial film festivals of its time. Boycotted by several guilds due to its connection with the dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos Sr., the MIFF relied on the presence of renowned Asian filmmakers to legitimize itself. The 1983 iteration of the festival, however, …
When Disaster Creates Ruptures: Analyzing the Influence of Media Narratives in the Aftermath of the 1970 East Pakistan Cyclone
The impact of media on the cultural and political consequences of disasters is a significant focus within the field of disaster politics. This is particularly relevant in regions prone to conflicts, where media coverage can influence public perceptions and government responses. The current research aims to examine the influence of national, regional, and international media …
Tele-Presence: A Critical Study of Telematic-Art in the Context of Dromology and Spatio-Temporal Perception
This research takes the current background of “telecommunication-based digital performance” as its context, analyzing how digital performances transform the concept of “physical presence” into “mediated presence” through remote connections under driven of telecommunications by utilizing Paul Virilio’s theoretical concept of “Dromology.” Three Taiwanese famous government-funded pieces of digital performance titled “Lunatic Town” (2021), “Turn Left, …
Integrating Indonesian Cultural Values in Creating Visual Identity for International Forum: Indonesian Cultural Context in Graphic Design
The importance of designing a visual identity as a strategy to promote a positive image of a country is increasing in the context of globalization. Visual identity is a critical element in building and strengthening the nation’s image. As a country that participates in and hosts several international forums, Indonesia has involved professional practitioners in …
Lifestyle-Oriented Urban Collage, the Future of Hong Kong “Tong Lau”? A Case Study of Tai Hang District
Emerging in mid-19th century Hong Kong, Tong Lau represents a unique architectural heritage blending Chinese traditions with colonial influences, characterised by ground-floor shops and upper-floor residences. Despite their historical significance, many Tong Lau face demolition due to intensive urbanisation. This research examines how Tai Hang District, a historic neighbourhood in Hong Kong, demonstrates an alternative …
Bridging Tradition and Innovation: Transforming Omani Hand Weaving Motifs Into Contemporary Fiber Art
A creative strategy for protecting and reviving cultural heritage is the investigation and conversion of traditional Omani hand weaving motifs into contemporary fiber art. This article explores the rich history of Omani hand weaving, looking at the customs, patterns, and motifs that are used. Artists are able to create visually striking and culturally significant works …
Syllabus Review as a Leitmotif to Achieving Educational Objectives: The Case of the Botswana Junior Certificate of Education Syllabus of French
As the world evolves, a lot of transformation equally happens in the teaching domain: educational theories, teaching methods, learning approaches as well as how human beings interact with the world. This forms the basis of reviews that are carried out in recognition of societal advancements as well as to satisfy the need to align to …
A Monograph for the Teaching of Geometry and Measurement in Initial Teacher Education in South Africa: Foundation and Intermediate Phases
When learning Geometry, students may tend to memorise properties, relationships, and formulae and may even attempt to solve problems mechanically. However, Geometry provides students with opportunities to engage with logic and reasoning beyond only symbols, but within spatial contexts as well. There is a tendency that Geometry, as it stands in the curriculum, is interpreted …
Teaching Persuasive Writing for Arabic-Speaking Students
Studies reveal that English-speaking countries are facing problems in teaching the country’s language to emigrants coming from different cultural backgrounds. These problems get worse in non-English speaking countries for students are not exposed to this language in their daily life. This issue has become ubiquitous notably in the Arab world, turning into hate in some …
Glass Design in Portugal Nowadays
Glass has been an interesting material and a challenge to experiment within both art and design fields worldwide. In Portugal, we have a tradition in the glassmaking industry that dates back almost 300 years. After the earthquake of 1755, the Marquis of Pombal ordered the relocation of the glass industry from the south of the …
Fantasy’s Role in Approaching War: A Comparison of Lewis’ “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” and Barrie’s “Peter Pan”
This study examines the versatility of fantasy. Fantasy can be stated to be serving as an escape from the ugliness of reality, as well as a medium to propagandize those ugly aspects, specifically regarding war. The study focuses on Peter Pan and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, and provides an analysis on how …
Mathematical Interpretation of Perspective in a Combine Painting Composed of Multilayer Cuboids
Cuboids are one of the most common geometries, and the multilayer cuboid is often used in various sculpture and science. Combine painting is an art that incorporates 3D sculpture into 2D painting and produces various visual effects. A significant component of 2D painting is perspective, and the geometric variation of sculpture affects the visual effect …
“The House of Bernarda Alba” by F.G. Lorca: An Online Performance
The central theme of this presentation is the online performance of F. G. Lorca’s “The House of Bernarda Alba”, which was created in Greece by the theatre school of “Periplous Theatre” under the direction of Maria Kantife, during the 2021 quarantine. This performance, of a kind which is now known as digital theatre / performance, …
Should Arts Be Politically Committed? A Case Study on the Criticism of “People’s Justice” Artwork in Documenta Fifteen
Documenta Fifteen in Kassel, Germany, curated by Ruangrupa, immediately became the world’s attention after the boycott of an art installation accused of having anti-Semitic views. Schaap (2011) argues that strict social hierarchies continue to be practiced culturally to suppress and deny the intelligence of small groups who may not have the basic knowledge to understand …
Designing a Social Robot to Support Older Adult Homecare: Qualitative Study of Testing Results
Social robots may be a solution to the growing number of elderly and thus the demand in homecare. Previous work shows good acceptability for robotic tools in homecare. The Guardian project associates a social robot, used by the senior, with an application to be used by caregivers. The objective of this testing phase was to …
Factors Associated with Intended Utilization of Home-Based Long-Term Care Among Older Adults in China: The Moderating Effect of Community Support
Objectives: The older population’s rapid growth and a growing preference for aging in place have resulted in a global focus on using home-based long-term care (LTC) to meet the increased demand for older adults’ care. This study examines the factors associated with the intended utilization of home-based LTC among older adults. Methods: Using a sample …
Empowering University Students in Hong Kong to “Read as a Writer” Rather Than to Merely “Read as a Reader”
Many English-as-a-second-language (ESL) and English-as-a-foreign-language (EFL) learners at the tertiary level face difficulties in academic writing and are eager to make improvements in this area, which is crucial to their academic survival in the university. Yet, in most cases, they tend to have overlooked or even neglected the intricate relationship between reading and writing in …
The Societal Impact of Universities: A Qualitative Evaluation of an Education Innovation
With the urgency to respond to the rapid changes undergoing in the world, it is becoming more pivotal than ever for universities to connect and actively engage with society to tackle our current global challenges. In the Netherlands, this shift towards contributing to a positive societal impact has permeated across higher education institutions. Numerous projects …
Students’ Visual Attention Distribution on Multilingual Educational Slides – An Eye-Tracking Study
Internationalization policies at higher educational institutions in non-English speaking countries have led to an increase in multilingual programs for (international) students. Teaching in such programs often requires the use of multiple languages on educational slides (e.g., PowerPoint), with the same information in English and the local language(s). However, having multiple languages on educational slides can …
Attitude Towards Language Maintenance: A Study of Language Practice Among Second Generation Bangladeshi Immigrants Living in London
This research is intended to determine the current status of language maintenance among second generation Bangladeshi immigrants living in London. This study explores Bangladeshi immigrants’ opinions on maintaining their native language “Bangla”. This research integrates qualitative and quantitative research methods and the data of this study was collected through a questionnaire survey and semi-structured interviews. …
An Education Platform for Observing the Group Swimming of Steelhead, a Migratory Salmonid Species Vulnerable to Climate Change
A migratory trout steelhead is an economically important cold water species whose habitat is shrinking due to environmental and climate changes. Recently, research on species conservation through aquaculture has sparked interest in group swimming in artificial environments. In this study, based on universally accessible two-dimensional image processing, we present a statistical framework of the effects …
An Arts-Based Integrative Teaching and Learning Model: Supporting Social and Emotional Learning in Secondary Schooling Years in Australia
This paper presents the conceptual ideas for designing an Arts-Based Integrative Teaching and Learning Model (AB ITLM) to support Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) as another avenue in secondary school contexts in Australia. It first provides a rationale for integrating three different components: Visual Arts, Expressive Therapies Continuum, and Australian Curriculum with General Capabilities (GC) …
Advancing Teacher Training in Taiwan: Harnessing Virtual Reality to Assess and Enhance Teaching Practical Skills
As a mentor teacher, I frequently receive feedback from intern students during their return-to-campus internships, expressing their perceived lack of professional or adequate teaching abilities. Despite feeling confident in their subject knowledge, they admit to feeling apprehensive about actual teaching. Currently, in Taiwan, the only validated method for assessing educational professional competence before intern students …
Does Financial Support Matter? Scholarships and Study Abroad Preferences for First Year University Students in Japan
This paper looks at differences in study abroad programme preferences collected from online questionnaires taken by two cohorts of first year Japanese university students (2023: n107 and 2024: n99). The rationale for the research was to determine whether students’ preferences i.e. languages, destinations, programme length and type would be affected by changes to funding amounts …
Shaping Epistemological Profiles: School Placement Communities’ Impact on Preservice Teachers’ Personal Discovery and Knowledge Evolution
In educational literature, collaborative contexts have been highlighted as effective teacher development promoters. Especially in initial teacher education (ITE), the role of communities of practice gains prominence during school placement. Given the relevance of preservice teachers’ (PSTs) beliefs in their professional growth, this work aimed to understand these communities’ value in developing epistemological systems. Eleven …
Making a Real Difference in Physical Education: The Contribution of Reflection in Initial Conceptions of the Teaching Profession
In Physical Education literature, reflective practice has been praised through its integration into curriculum programs. Especially in initial teacher education (ITE), the path to follow aims to overcome the barriers imposed by behavioral and technicist approaches, refraining from any critical thinking, questioning or autonomy to both teachers and students. Given the relevance of reflection to …
Beyond the Game: Enhancing Emotional and Physical Childhood Resilience With FlexiŠerming
FlexiŠerming is an innovative method aimed at cultivating resilience in children through playful engagement, grounded in the experiences of an educator and father of four. This approach utilizes a simple, adaptable game to develop resilience as a learnable and expandable skill, addressing contemporary challenges such as overprotection, ubiquitous technology, and increasing social and emotional detachment. …
Exploring Differentiation of Chinese Public English Education in Middle School
This study aims to find out how English teachers in Chinese public-school view and apply stratified teaching in their classroom. The study is part of a larger qualitative study. Four participants are from a middle (junior-high) school in China. This study adopts the combination of interpretivist paradigm and constructivism worldview. The methods used for the …
Interactive Digital Design Skill Set: Crafting Executive Education Curriculum for the 21st Century
Portugal’s education system offers a variety of non-degree programs essential for career advancement where Executive Education encompasses a critical role. Within this context, advancements have been made in recent years, both in the Executive Education field, as in the Interactive Digital Design education field. Nonetheless, ongoing challenges are still widely identified, from competition, technology advancements, …
The Influence of Mathematics Conjecturing-Centred Teaching on Fourth-Graders’ Conjecturing Thinking Process and Active Thinking Ability
The study aimed to implement conjecturing-centred teaching in a fourth- grade classroom to investigate the pupils’ conjecturing thinking process and active thinking ability. The research design was based on the action research method and conducted through two circles which lasted for three months. The research subjects were 24 fourth-graders divided into four groups. They carried …
Intercultural Competence in a Homogeneous and Monocultural Foreign Language Learning Group: Chances and Limits (A Case Study)
The growing cultural diversity among language learners has led to an increased recognition of the importance of developing intercultural competence for both foreign language teachers and learners. This is particularly important when introducing foreign language learners to a new culture without underrating or underestimating their original one. Intercultural competence is generally considered a useful and …
Inclusive Education in the Digital Era: Special Education Teachers’ Perspectives on Technology Integration and Inclusive Practices
As innovative technologies continue to permeate educational settings as useful tools to enhance the learning experience, understanding the perceptions of teachers is crucial. Assistive technologies show promise in supporting diverse learners, and special educational needs (SEN) teachers are pertinent in ensuring the meaningful, directional use of such technologies. Existing research emphasises the importance of users …
Running Against the Norms: Lived Experiences of Indian Women Runners
An in-depth study of the links between space, place, and gender is necessary to understand the dynamics of sporting spaces. Gender relations are spatially organized in Indian society, that is, dominant positions are occupied by men whereas subordinate positions by women, which also resonates within the sporting field. The ‘myth of female frailty’ became a …
Navigating Online Identities: Language Learners’ Narratives in Online Spaces
This research investigates the construction of Saudi university English language learners’ identities in online spaces, such as discussion boards and social media, analyzing how these digital environments influence their learning processes and identity formation. The primary objective is to understand the relationship between online interaction and language learning, focusing on the negotiation of identity through …
Connectivism in Cross-Disciplinary Teaching: An Integrative Approach to Introduce Hydrogen Energy
This presentation showcases a cross-disciplinary course designed to harness the potential of hydrogen energy for achieving net zero emissions from three different disciplinary perspectives: environmental law, Arduino programming, and energy engineering. Grounded in Connectivism Learning Theory, the course underscores the importance of integrating diverse knowledge domains to enhance practical learning outcomes, crucial for developing sustainable …
PsyAid: The Innovation of Psycho-Education Platform to Increase the Use of Psychological First Aid (PFA) As First Mental Health Response to COVID-19 Pandemic Survivors
This study aims to demonstrate how Psychological First Aid (PFA) can enhance mental health among COVID-19 survivors through psycho-educational tools such as video learning and social media content. Addressing the 25% increase in anxiety and depression among COVID-19 survivors (WHO, 2022), the PFA model provides immediate help and support to individuals in distress due to …
The Unseen Toll of Academic Success: Shadow Education and Student Well-being
In the dynamic educational landscape, the transition to a profit-driven industry model has undermined the traditional conception of education as a public good (UNESCO, 2016). Adding to this shift is the recent surge of shadow education, a burgeoning billion-dollar coaching industry that originated in Asian countries and has since expanded globally. Shadow education, characterized by …
Empowerment Evaluation as a Tool for Improving an Online Graduate Student Orientation Course
The impact of COVID-19 made higher education institutions shift abruptly to online learning. The shift brought to the forefront the advantages and drawbacks of conducting courses online. As the government moves towards implementing hybrid and in-person courses for graduate students post-pandemic, it is crucial to determine whether or not delivering courses online has been helpful …
Influences of Sociocultural Dimensions on Higher Education Experiences and Career Choices of 1.5 Generation Young Australian Chinese Immigrants (GYACIs)
This study explores the impact of sociocultural dimensions on the higher education experiences and career choices of 1.5 Generation Young Australian Chinese Immigrants (GYACIs). With Australia’s overseas-born population as immigrants, there is a significant portion of 1.5 and 2nd Generation young individuals who face challenges in negotiating between two cultures ( heritage and home). Given …
Implementation and Future Trends of the Japanese Language Teaching Programme for the Undergraduate Programme at Mongolian National University of Education
Japanese language courses have been offered in Mongolia for 48 years. According to the Japan Foundation’s 2021 survey, there are 117 institutions that offer Japanese language courses in Mongolia including 23 universities, 29 secondary schools, and 65 language centers. MNUE, one of the largest educational institutions in Mongolia, began training Japanese language teachers and translators …
Development of Digital Learning Materials “The Beauty of My Country’s Diversity” to Improve Nationalism Attitudes and Learning Outcomes of Elementary School Students
Nationalism is a characteristic of patriotism that must be fostered in the Indonesian nation which must start early, this is an investment for our nation in the future. This study aims to determine the steps, feasibility, and effectiveness of using the teaching material “Indanya Keragaman Negriku” as a civics teaching material on ethnic and linguistic …
Exploring Multicultural Narratives in the Global Art Landscape: Three ‘Chinese Characters’ Artworks at the Venice Biennale
Since the 1920s, Chinese art has embarked on an exploration of its cultural richness and complexity through international exhibitions, gradually integrating into the global artistic landscape. Within this context, China’s participation in the Venice Biennale represents a synthesis of Chinese cultural wealth, utilizing ‘Chinese characters’ as a tool for cultural dissemination. An analysis of China’s …
Cosmogony – A Philosophical Odyssey: Juxtaposition of the Cultural Legend of the Shukla and Krishna Yajur Veda With Their Upanishadic Literary Genre
Despite the abundance of investigations on Upanishads, there is a need for more research on their cosmogonical ideas in the framework of a causal relationship between the creator and creation. This study is significant because of its purpose and method of inquiry: it compares the primary Upanishads associated with the Shukla and Krishna Yajur Vedas …
Embedding Accredited Qualification and Work-Related Training Into Postgraduate Courses
It is accepted that discipline-based learning fosters student engagement with the subject, enhances subject-related skill proficiency, and ultimately supports job securement within the field. However, postgraduate student numbers have increased to record levels, meaning that graduates enter a highly competitive market for employment. It follows that postgraduate students who have obtained transferable skills and/or other …
Emotional Colours: Relationship Between Light Wavelengths and Emotional Activation for Enhancing Memory Processes
The research project seeks to reassess and redefine the educational tools and environment to establish optimal learning conditions by harnessing the potential of luminous stimuli inherent in didactics. Literature has underscored how the wavelength of various colours correlates with differing levels of engagement in children, as it is associated with varied emotions experienced upon encountering …
Simulation of Situational Tasks as a Method of Developing Safe Behavior Skills
This study is one of the important issues of modern society and reflects the general problem of Kazakhstan, the way out of which we see through a local solution, using a series of lessons within the framework of the Lesson study. In this regard, the study’s purpose was to develop skills for responding to situations …
Exploring Imaginary Worlds: Leveraging Immersive Virtual Reality for Designing & Constructing 3D Environments
In an era defined by technological advancements, the integration of new media, Immersive Virtual Reality (IVR), has revolutionized art and design education, empowering students to explore innovative avenues of creative expression. This presentation outlines the key facets of a university-level art and design course integrating 3D design theory with the concept of imaginary world building. …
Developing an AI-Powered Robotic Assistant for Interactive Video-Based Learning: Engineering Innovations and System Design
This study presents an AI-powered robotic assistant’s concept and high-level design to revolutionize classroom video-based learning. The proposed system utilizes advanced natural language processing (NLP) and computer vision techniques to potentially generate interactive multiple-choice questions from educational YouTube videos automatically. The envisioned robotic assistant would transcribe video content, segment it, and use language models to …
Studying the Anthropocene Through Non-Linear Spatio-Temporal Rupture(s) in N.K. Jemisin’s Broken Earth (2015-17) Trilogy
When a linear model of cause-and-effect sequentiality is extended to spatio-temporal processes beyond the human scale, we learn that such linear thinking might beget a reductive understanding of the Anthropocene that would, in turn, prevent us from fully grasping the phenomenon that emerges from this human-non-human enmeshment. The slow and non-linear pace of an ecological …
Factors Influencing the Implementation of Formative Assessment as Perceived by Music Teachers: A Mixed Method Research in Macao
This study explores the implementation and conception of formative assessment (FA) by middle school teachers in Macao (N = 57) and examines the factors influencing its implementation. A convergent mixed-method approach was applied to collect two types of data. Quantitative data were gathered through two questionnaires: 1) One questionnaire was adapted from Ramsey and Duffy …
Trading Lives: A Dystopian Tale of Bartered Bodies in Manjula Padmanabhan’s Play ‘Harvest’
The ethical dilemma surrounding organ donation lies at the core of modern medical ethics, as the juxtaposition between the noble act of voluntary organ donation and the illicit trade of human organs reveals a complex web of moral, legal, and socio-economic implications. While the former embodies the pinnacle of altruism, illustrating principles of compassion and …
Art Intervention’s Role in Emotional Resilience Among Myanmar’s Adolescents
This study focuses on the relationship between the impact of art interventions on the emotional wellbeing of Grade 9 and 10 students living in conflicted-affected areas of Myanmar. The study employs a quantitative experimental methodology to examine emotions visually through students’ drawings following the 2021 military coup that has affected every aspect of everyday life, …
Translating English Articles into the Mongolian Language
Acquiring proficiency in the English article system presents a formidable challenge for students whose native language lacks articles. This study investigates the developmental trajectory of article acquisition among Mongolian university students, seeking to elucidate their comprehension of the English article system as it evolves throughout their interlanguage development. Twenty-five participants representing varying levels of English …
Enriching and Enhancing Students’ Learning Experiences in an Introductory Mechanical Engineering Course Through Demo Kits
Mechanical Engineering for Modern Life is an introductory course designed for Year-1 undergraduate students, aiming to provide them with a comprehensive overview of the field of mechanical engineering and its sub-areas. To bridge the knowledge gap between Year 1 students and the theoretical concepts in different sub-areas of mechanical engineering, we have utilized a series …
Are Lecturers Teaching and Students Learning in a Post-pandemic Environment: A Case Study at a Business School in South Africa
Lecturers were confronted with so many changes and new technologies during the Covid-era that it was deemed of utmost important to analyse the different perspectives of lecturers within a Business School, in South Africa. The primary objective of the study was to determine to what extent teaching practices needed to change as well as to …
Cultural Expressions of Scriptural Cosmology: Case Study of Temple Art of Select Temples in Kumbakonam
This research article explores how complex linguistic elements of scriptural cosmological aspects manifest as cultural expressions through a case study of the creation legend associated with select temples at Kumbakonam in Tamilnadu. While the extant works spotlight the creation myth associated with Kumbakonam and some of its famous temples, the scriptural connections still needed to …
An Investigative Review: How Well Does the Higher Engineering Education Curriculum Align With the UK’s Economic and National Goals?
It is generally believed that there should be a close alignment between a country’s national and economic goals and the curriculum delivered in its educational institutions. Historically in the UK, engineering and manufacturing has provided the largest contribution to the economy. It could be argued that at that time, the skills required to work in …
Entrepreneurship and Creativity in Education: Why Current European Educational Reforms Are Aiming in the Opposite Direction?
The paper problematizes current European educational reforms that, under the agenda of European qualification framework, aim at establishing occupational and qualification standards. While providing a mechanism for measurement, evaluation, and comparison of qualifications and learning outcomes between the state members, enabling permeability in education for EU citizens in and across the member states, it is …
Counselling Strategies for Improving Self-Esteem Among Secondary School Students in Enugu State, Nigeria
The study investigated counsellors’ perceptions of counselling strategies for improving self-esteem among secondary school students in Enugu State (SFISASSSIES). These students should be taught self-esteem, as it is a crucial quality for adolescents’ academic and general success. Every child’s academic performance is heavily influenced by their self-perception and mannerisms or SELF-ESTEEM. In my capacity as …
Assessment of Students’ Experiences and Viewpoints in Using Chatbots for Education Practice: A University Case of a Developing Country
Artificial Intelligence (AI) based chatbots have transformed education globally with several different chatbots becoming popular. However, adoption has been met with differing perceptions, particularly in developing countries’ education. AI can assist these countries as higher education institutions in these areas suffer from a high rate of lecturer turn-over and brain drain. Few studies have recorded …
From Victim to Voice: A Study of Rania Al-Baz’s “Disfigured”
This paper examines Rania Al-Baz’s memoir, Disfigured: A Saudi Woman’s Story of Triumph Over Violence (2007). Al-Baz, a pioneering Saudi television journalist, recounts her life before and after a brutal attack by her husband that left her physically disfigured. The analysis explores how the memoir transcends a simple narrative of victimhood. Al-Baz’s unflinching portrayal of …
A Multi-factorial Approach Towards Tackling Plagiarism: A Comparison Between Attitudes and Perceptions Towards Plagiarism at Undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught Level
Academic integrity is a fundamental value of higher education institutions and is a recognised priority in institutional learning and teaching strategies. Plagiarism is an ongoing problem in the HE sector and factors contributing to this complex phenomenon may differentially impact students at different academic levels of study, but this is under-researched. This study aimed to …
Two-Level of Creation
This research explores the search for generation and appearance, focusing on the ontological and epistemological aspects derived from the interaction between contemporary Neo-Confucianism and phenomenology. Manifestation here signifies creation on two levels: one at the flowing, holistic world level and the other at the level of objects and the self. In the first section, we …
The Rebirth of Christian Theatre in Nigeria: The Zion Royal Theatre in Perspective
Sequel to the outlaw of theatre from the church in the Medieval era, Christian theatre moved from the church to the trade guilds and even beyond but never ended. In Nigeria, the same cycle had been repeated following the introduction of Christian theatre into the church through the window of the Church Missionary Society, followed …
Intergenerational Solidarity in Pixar’s “La Luna”
This paper aims at examining intergenerational bonds in Disney and Pixar’s short film La Luna (2011). More specifically, Bengtson and Schrader’s (1982) taxonomy of six dimensions of intergenerational solidarity are considered in relation to De Bono’s (1985) Six Thinking Hats as a way of pilot-testing a theory of a conflict-free mechanism against a problem-solving methodology. …
An Investigation Into the Health Workers Perceptions on the Adoption of Chatbots in Medical Treatment: A Case of Bulawayo Hospital
The utilisation of chatbots in medical treatment has demonstrated significant potential and advantages, with numerous healthcare facilities incorporating this technology into their patient care strategies. Nonetheless, there exists a scarcity of literature focusing on the perspectives of healthcare professionals regarding the incorporation of Artificial Intelligent Chatbots in diagnosing patients’ illnesses and delivering medical care, particularly …
A Comparative Evaluation of MOOCs and Classroom Learning in Engineering and Science in India: A MOOC Policy Assessment
In 2016, the Indian government introduced the SWAYAM regulation, allowing Indian MOOCs to be an alternative to regular classroom learning in higher education. The policy was designed to facilitate broader access to high-quality learning content and provisioning for credit transfer. However, after the introduction of the regulation, studies have yet to be conducted on the …
A Comparative Study of Persian Synthesized Intonation Based on Autosegmental-Metrical and PENTA Models
This paper presents a comparison study concerning the level of naturalness of the manipulated Persian intonation based on AM and PENTA models of speech prosody. In this piece of study, the implementation rules in accordance with the aimed approaches are based on the pitch contours analyses. Intonation is used in all languages and it is …
Sovereignty, Scientific Racism, and Larissa FastHorse’s “The Thanksgiving Play”
The cultural/social text ultimately reflects the political/economic ecology of the moment. Accordingly, this study recontextualizes a small series of singular, easily circumscribed historical events, to elucidate a broader critical understanding of the current moment. Mediated representations foster certain perspectives that cannot be refused, even by those who are abjectly opposed. The relationship between cultural celebration, …
From Text to Context: Analyzing Idiomatic Expressions in Psychological Thrillers Through Corpus-Based Study Among Law Students in Uzbekistan Higher Education
Teaching English for Specific Purposes is a less explored branch in Uzbekistan and it has been a crucial part of discussion. Considering the process of student-centered learning with flipped classroom using corpus tools, focusing on cognition of idiomatic units in modern literature can be the most perspective part of the involvement. ESP teachers in Uzbekistan …
The Relationship Between the Online Learning Difficulties and Self-Efficacy Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults in Taiwan During the COVID-19 Pandemic
During the pandemic, all educational institutions, including senior education centers, closed. To support the physical and mental health of the elderly, Taiwan’s Ministry of Education Taiwan urged active aging centers to develop online courses. This study explored the difficulties and self-efficacy of middle-aged and older adults transitioning to online learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. Drawing …
Resident Perspectives on the Transformation of Tangible and Intangible Heritage in the Development of Traditional Villages
The tourism development within China’s traditional villages marks a significant cultural shift, impacting both tangible and intangible cultural aspects of heritage. This research focuses on the multifaceted effects of this development from residents’ perspective, a topic that remains relatively under-explored. Using Langtou Village in Guangzhou, China, as a case study, the aim is to explore …
Prevalence and Factors Associated with Depression and Depressive Symptoms Among Chinese Older Persons: An Integrative Review
China is the country with the largest population of older persons. Depression stands out as the most common mental health issue among older adults, a trend expected to increase as societies continue to age. With the global increase in depression and depressive symptoms among this demographic, the resulting disease burden poses a significant challenge for …
The Financing of Higher Education in Egypt: Issues, Politics, and Trends
The Strategic financing decisions of higher education have multifaceted effects on creating a knowledge economy and equitable access, quality, relevance, research and innovation in particular. This paper is based on the data sources and examines financing policies, programs, practices, trends and challenges. Low levels of funding, the inefficiency of the higher education system, inconsistent funding …
Exploring the Impact of AI Fine Art Tutor Integration on User Satisfaction in Fine Art Learning
In the rapidly evolving domain of educational technology, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tutor represents a transformative shift. This study investigates the impact of AI Tutor integration on user satisfaction in fine art learning, providing empirical insights into its effectiveness and pedagogical implications. Employing a quantitative research methodology, this study utilized a structured survey …
Japanese Pop Culture’s Influence on the Process of Transnational Children’s Identity Identification in “Monstrous” Graphic Novel
Monstrous is an autobiographical comic created by Sarah Myer, narrating her experiences as a South Korean descendant adopted by a German family who was living in America. The struggle of value differences between oneself, family, and school environment is a dilemma faced by transnational individuals. While struggling to identify her identity, Sarah was referencing Japanese …
Emotionalism: Deriving a Movement From a Film, a Lecture and an Interview
The study displays a performative, post-qualitative inquiry on and around the architect/director Tszwai So’s short film E-Motion-AI City, 2021, artistically questioning the technology-driven lives of individuals in metropolitan cities. Following past discourses, the paper brings emotionalism up again as an architectural, artistic, and urban movement. Three sources were analyzed qualitatively: (i) The film itself as …
The Development of Higher Education in Egypt
Higher education (HE) in Egypt faces problems regarding efficiency and efficacy. Although there is some progress, the system is not regenerating fast enough to prepare young people for a more vibrant future. This work aims to present a road map toward improving the HE system. In this study, A new model for developing higher education …
Teaching 21st-Century Skills in the EFL Classroom From Saudi EFL Teachers’ Perspectives
The 21st-century language classroom goes beyond simply teaching and learning grammar and vocabulary. This study explored EFL teachers’ perceptions of integrating 21st-century skills into their classrooms. This study adopted survey research. The sample of the study consisted of (49) teachers who were teaching at the secondary school level in Najran City, Saudi Arabia, during the …
Personality and Level of Mental Health on Career Adaptability Among University Students
The socialization that occurs during undergraduate education contributes to how faculty members understand their work as students. Thus, the nature of undergraduate student socialization deserves attention, has highlighted a wide range of important concerns and issues such as the changing academic achievements, career adaptability, and the experience of demographic groups in the academy. The research …
Understanding how the Curriculum Integrates Visual Arts: An Informal and Formal Perspective
The Visual Arts curriculum is generally a euro-centric or western approach that only integrates a minimal Africanized approach that has mostly featured in some high schools in South Africa. This is in consequence to the gradual introduction and understanding of the subject into the South African school’s curriculum post-bantu education system. This article features an …
A Systematic Literature Review on Issues of Hospitality, Tourism and Catering Curriculum Development in Ghana Institutions
This study systematically reviewed the literature related to hospitality, tourism, and catering (HTC) institutions’ curricula in Ghana to identify quality issues, the research approach that has been least adopted, and the contribution of improvement of the curricula. The study utilized the PRISMA guideline to conduct a systematic literature review. The findings are that HTC policies …