Authors:Shilong Tao, Demei Yang Abstract: Metaphor, a pervasive feature of language, refers to an imaginative way of describing something by referring to something else. This paper, based on the mapping theory in conceptual metaphor, runs a comparative study on “wall” metaphor in Chinese and English from the perspective of cognitive linguistics. It firstly analyzes the metaphorical expressions of “wall” in Chinese and English, and then explores their similarities and differences to seek for the underlying reasons. The collected data are from authoritative corpus and dictionaries, like CCL, COCA, BNC, BCC, etc. By grouping “wall” metaphor into human domain (people’s type, talent, personality, behavior, body, emotion) and object domain (concrete and abstract), the investigation shows that there are mainly 18 different metaphorical meanings in Chinese, while 14 in English. In human domain, the Chinese “wall” metaphor enjoys solely as people’s talent, while the English “wall” metaphor stands solely as people’s emotion. In object domain, there are 6 sole target domains in Chinese (construction, screen, animal, love affair, strength or support, and family) and 2 in English (failure and death). As for its reasons, similar cognitive pattern, bodily experience, and life function probably cause the similarities, and different historical background, cultural tradition, natural environment, thinking mode, and religious belief lead to the differences. Through discussing the “wall” metaphor in English and Chinese, this paper helps to broaden the scope of metaphor research and improve the understanding of the relationship between language and culture. PubDate: 2023-10-27 DOI: 10.18533/jah.v12i07.2396 Issue No:Vol. 12, No. 07 (2023)
Authors:Bernadette Ogbonna Abstract: The -s inflection performs two functions in grammatical number. It is a marker of plurality in count-nouns and singularity in lexical verbs. This study observes a decline in the use of the -s third person singular, present tense inflection in lexical verbs in Nigerian newspapers and investigates this phenomenon to establish its significance. Data collected from news reports and feature stories in a cross-section of Nigerian newspapers over a period of seven years (2015 to 2021) were examined. The study is situated within variation theory; it adopts observational, quantitative and interpretive methods of enquiry. The findings reveal that the use of the -s third person singular, present tense inflection in lexical verbs is declining in new generation Nigerian newspapers and the uninflected verb form is increasingly replacing it. This suggests an incipient, morphosyntactic variation, emerging in the Nigerian print media. The study also counters existing literature which asserts that variation does not occur in educated written language. Keywords:Article
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Ernest Hemingway at War: The Question of Courage
Authors:Anders Greenspan Pages: 01 - 07 Abstract: Ernest Hemingway had real-life adventures that he used as a basis for his writings. His desire for adventure led him to volunteer for the American Red Cross where he was badly wounded serving on the Italian-Austrian front in World War I. His political views, namely his strong opposition to fascism, led him to aid the cause of the Spanish Republicans in the Spanish Civil War and the Allies in World War II. He faced danger in the Spanish Civil War, as well as combat and possible capture by the enemy in World War II. Hemingway voluntarily exposed himself to danger in these conflicts, although his poor vision had kept him from officially serving in the military. Hemingway’s wartime experiences greatly influenced him as a person and a writer. He emphasized the importance of the personal experiences of writers, and both his fiction and non-fiction writing were inevitably shaped by these events. Ultimately, Hemingway demonstrated courage by putting himself into dangerous situations when he was not required to do so, choosing to participate in wars that he could have easily avoided. A study of his actions provides a clearer indication of Hemingway’s personal values and his willingness to sacrifice his safety to promote his political beliefs. Keywords:Article
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Investigating Inequitable Arts Funding and Collective Impact in the Creative Economy
Authors:Emma Chen Pages: 01 - 08 Abstract: As the largest federal agency for the arts, the National Endowment of the Arts (NEA) takes a distinct role in serving underrepresented cultural communities. After regulatory changes in the 1990s however, well-established arts institutions turned to individual philanthropists and continued to thrive, while smaller organizations confronted crippling budget cuts. This paper discusses how the lack of public funding and support for American arts and culture has depleted cultural institutions and historical centers – especially small, community-based art groups – of critical resources to preserve arts culture This paper analyzes economic trends and data across the creative economy that reveal how disproportionate funding between arts organizations subsequently spiraled into an industry-wide crisis. This paper also reviews the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on arts and culture growth. Finally, this paper synthesizes the voices of professional artists to outline the decline of many traditional art forms and how collective impact has the potential to shape the future of arts and culture. Keywords:Article
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Status of Access to Library Spaces and Facilities for Persons with Disabilities: A Case of Kenyan University Libraries
Authors:Milcah Gikunju, Damaris Odero, Tom Kwanya Pages: 01 - 12 Abstract: The purpose of this paper was to find out the position of library spaces and facilities at the university libraries in Kenya particularly in serving users with disabilities. The study was conducted using a pragmatic research philosophy, a convergent mixed methods design and a multiple-case studies strategy. The study population was university library users and librarians drawn from six public and private universities in Kenya. The six universities were selected purposefully based on their age (time they have been in existence) with an assumption that old universities have more developed infrastructure. Data was collected from students and academic staff who participated in an online survey; librarians participated in online focus groups and follow up online surveys while university librarians and students with disabilities had telephone call interviews. There were follow up telephone calls with the university librarians. The online survey was conducted using online questionnaires that were distributed via emails and Whatsapp. Online focus group discussions were conducted in Google Meet platform and interviews were conducted via personal telephone calls. This paper established that public university libraries offered slightly more special library spaces and facilities for users with disabilities than their counterparts in private university libraries. However, based on the findings, it was evident that university libraries in Kenya are yet to meet the expectations of users with disabilities. The paper concluded that access to library spaces and facilities for users with disabilities is a significant aspect of modernised university library. The paper recommends restructuring of library spaces that are inclusive of the varied category of users. Keywords:Article
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The Effect of Foreign Language Anxiety on College Students Online Learning
Authors:Zhanfang Li, Sun Qi Pages: 01 - 07 Abstract: Foreign language anxiety has always been regarded as a negative influencing factor on learning foreign languages. Exploring students' emotions in learning foreign languages online, especially in relieving anxiety, is conducive to promoting students to learn actively and adapting to new learning models and environments. Taking college students as the research subjects, through questionnaire and interview, this paper explores the impact of anxiety on their English learning effectiveness in the online classroom. Results show that online English learning reduces students' learning anxiety and changes their attitude of having classes, but it also increases their anxiety in English communication. In addition, online classes have also played a role in enhancing English listening and reading ability. Keywords:Article
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Education as a Tool for Empowerment of the African Woman in Second-class Citizen
Authors:Aisha Alharbi Pages: 01 - 07 Abstract: The deprivation of women, preventing them getting equal education opportunities like their male counterparts, is a common practice in many African societies. The current study focuses on Buchi Emecheta's treatment of the functional role of education for the African woman as fictionally presented in her novel Second Class Citizen (1974). The paper demonstrates the protagonist's struggle to attain education, challenging the cultural, racial and patriarchal oppressive forces that deny the African woman's right to have the chance of a proper education. Tracing Adah's's journey of acquiring education, the study illuminates the role of education in empowering the African woman intellectually and economically. Also, education has paramount significance in emancipating the African woman from subjugation and oppression. Equipped with education, Adah has achieved her dream of being a promising writer and a successful mother. Key words: Female education, Buchi Emecheta, Second Class Citizen, African woman empowerment Keywords:Article PubDate: 2023-03-31 DOI: 10.18533/jah.v12i02.2320
Authors:Dwi Wahyudiarto, Slamet Mangun Diharja, Tubagus Mulyadi, Maryono Pages: 01 - 12 Abstract: This article describes the Change in the style of presentation of the Kubrosiswo dance from proselytizing to entertainment missions. Kubrosiswo dance is a folk art that grows and lives in the Magelang Regency area, which performs in groups, with male and female dancers. Kubrosiswo comes from two words namely Kubro, and siswo. The word "kubro" in Javanese means big, and the word "siswo" means student. The people of Magelang interpret the word Kubrosiswo as a disciple of Allah. This is manifested in a dance that always glorifies and upholds the greatness of God. Kubrosiswo's variety of dance movements is more dominant in footwork patterns, such as people walking, gedrug, and marching. Kubrosiswo dance is always accompanied by Islamic songs and struggles. This is because the important mission of the Kubrosiswo dance is to proselytize and spread Islam. In the course of time, there was a change in the presentation style of the Kubrosiswo dance. Kubrosiswo's new style of presentation is called Brondut (Kubrosiswa Dangdut). The presence of Brondut is more in demand among the younger generation, this is an interesting phenomenon in the context of changes in the performing arts. The method emphasizes the Ethnographic approach, namely by observation, interviews, and the Line marching method. Changes in the style of presentation of Kubrosiswo dance are the addition of western musical instruments, the addition of songs, lighting, stage layout, and choreography. With the change in presentation style, Kubrosiswo's presentation is more entertaining and entertaining for the public. Keywords:Article
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How Perpetuated Stereotypes Affect the STEM Field for Women: An exploration through 21st century films
Authors:Ashley Li Aishi Li Pages: 08 - 16 Abstract: As more members of the 21st century society become increasingly supportive of equal rights for both sexes, the film industry is striving to produce more stereotype-breaking representations of women. One of the many ways filmmakers attempt to achieve this goal is by producing movies related to the women in STEM fields. While the intention behind these films may be to raise awareness for the importance of breaking female stereotypes, it can achieve the opposite effect on the film audiences. This paper aims to look at the effects The Imitation Game’s and Don’t Look Up’s portrayal of female characters in STEM. To do this, the two movies are analyzed with a literature review and application of theoretical framework on specific scenes within the two movies. The conclusion that this paper reached is that both The Imitation Game’s and Don’t Look Up’s portrayal of female characters in STEM fields encourage the perpetuation of unrealistic stereotypes that mislead younger generations of girls when pursuing careers in STEM fields. Keywords:Article
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Non-Fungible Tokens for Visibility and Intellectual Property Protection in the Nigerian Visual Art Industry
Authors:Olayinka Iyinolakan Pages: 09 - 24 Abstract: Nigerian creative artists have long faced a disparity between their efforts and economic returns. Amid this landscape, the emergence of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and their marketplaces has sparked a revolution in industries such as gaming, literature, art, and music. However, the potential of NFTs in the Nigerian visual art sector raises concerns regarding awareness, effectiveness, and associated risks. This study employs a triangular methodology - surveys, focus group discussions and in-depth interviews, while integrating media economics and the diffusion of innovation theories. Analyzing data from 28 stakeholders, primarily artists, art collectors, and copyright regulators, reveals that early adopters in Nigeria recognize NFT marketplaces for showcasing and trading digital artworks. Despite this acceptance, a lack of confidence emerges concerning the applicability of NFTs for copyright protection. The research further illuminates policy, structural, and economic barriers impeding the Nigerian art realm, underscoring the need for technology adoption. As pirated creative works continue to circulate in Nigeria, NFTs offer an avenue for artists to gain remuneration in the digital metaverse. This study advocates for Nigerian creatives to closely monitor the NFT evolution, offering potential solutions for sustainable growth and paving the way for economic empowerment within the metaverse. Keywords:Article PubDate: 2023-10-09 DOI: 10.18533/jah.v12i06.2373
Authors:Eram Fatima Fatima, Arif Hafiz Mohammad Pages: 13 - 23 Abstract: Background: The proposed paper focuses on the exploration of the psyche of a female migrant in the short fiction of Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni whose fictional world grapples with exilic predicaments. The paper aims to analyse themes of exile, alienation, isolation and displacement. The paper through closed textual reading reflects on the reconstruction of identities through a conscious change of 'self ' in the protagonists. Problem Statement: The question on the identity of an exile remains paradoxical such as where a female migrant truly belongs, who they are and struggles over finding a physical space called 'home'. A fusion of cultures being productive for one could mean rejection, anguish, possible suicide and death for the other. Methods: The paper is an attempt to integrate interpretative, exploratory, critical and thematic analysis. These methodologies are utilized to examine diasporic themes of exile, the fractured psyche of the female in migration and questions on identity reconstruction. Key Findings: Reconstitution of identities leads to the creation of a 'new hybrid culture'. This broadens their horizons and enables them to seek gender equality and take up larger challenges of life as a catalyst of ' societal evolution'. They hold onto their familial tradition on one hand while grasping liberalism, professional mobility and renewed cultural mores in transnational spaces. Contributions: Even in exile, the female migrant has made enormous contributions, advancement and progression in their host country with commitment and enthusiasm in areas of education, technology, science, engineering, arts etc. They have patronized and venture capital support to their country of origin. Keywords:Article
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Cultural Impacts of Indian Satellite Channels’ Broadcasted Programs: A Study on Bangladesh
Authors:Nawshin Tabassum Tunna Pages: 14 - 21 Abstract: Indian satellite television channels broadcast many programs in Bangladesh amidst the dispute whether Indian satellite channels are more popular with Bangladeshi mass people than our local channels. Motivated by this debate, this study aims at understanding public perception about the impacts of Indian satellite television channels on Bangladeshi culture and portraying the differences between Indian television channels’ and Bangladeshi television channels’ programs. Using exploratory qualitative research method, it is shown that Indian satellite channels are more professional than Bangladeshi satellite channels. Still, there are people in Bangladesh who think Indian satellite channels’ programs contain programs that conflict with our local culture and values, such as extra-marital relationship, family disputes, etc. So, it is recommended that we should take different initiatives, such as imposing censorship on unacceptable programs, making better television programs, overseeing children’s activities concerning television programs, raising awareness about the bad effects of many Indian television programs, etc. if we want to save our culture and values. Keywords:Article
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Trans Youth in Translation: Arts-based Knowledge Translation for Health Professions Education
Authors:Drew Clark Pages: 17 - 31 Abstract: Transgender (trans) youth experience health disparities and challenges accessing healthcare. While there is a growing body of literature addressing the needs of this population, trans youth voices are often absent from discourses upon which health care systems intended to support them are built. The Trans Youth in Translation project sought to increase representation of trans youth through an arts-based knowledge translation project translating research findings about healthcare experiences into creative works for use in health professions education. This approach is grounded in established theoretical approaches to gender affirming care, knowledge translation, and health promotion. Thirty trans youth engaged with researchers and adult trans artist mentors in a series of knowledge translation workshops. Drawing on their own lived/living experiences, the youth artists interpreted trans youth research participant quotes through visual art, creative writing, dramatic scene-writing, songwriting, and board game design. The creative works produced were shared at knowledge exchange events with healthcare professionals, including clinicians, policy makers, and researchers. These were later digitized for use in health care provider trainings. The aim of this paper is to describe the process undertaken, highlight creative works produced, and document program evaluation feedback from health professionals who engaged with the project. Keywords:Article
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Neuroqueer Intimacies in Online Dating Apps
Authors:Francisco Trento Pages: 20 - 32 Abstract: What can we learn from the intimacies bypassing neurotypical understanding of relationships' Drawing from neurodiversity studies (Yergeau, 2018, 2020; Egner, 2019; Kapp, 2020), I question the widespread notion of intimacy connected to neurotypical familial sexual relationships. This paper includes a bibliographic review of neuroqueer intimacies, followed by autoethnographic journal entries that recall the experiences of a neurodivergent, autistic person seeking intimate connections on dating apps. I comment on Remi Yergeau’s critique of the ‘Cassandra Affective Deprivation Disorder.’ CADD is allegedly a condition that would affect neurotypical partners of autistics. CADD’s tropes stigmatise neurodivergent traits as being male-based and a societal burden. It erases the neurodivergent folks who are neither heterosexual nor cis-gender identified (Bertilsdotter Rosqvist et al., 2020). Cassandra’s bias reinforces a normative view of how some bodies should perform (Yergeau, 2020), and the traits of a normative performance are scrutinised in intimate platforms. In dating apps, there is a constant requirement to prove the ability to perform neurotypical traits, like constant eye contact and linguistic and gestural displays of affectivity. Keywords:Article
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The Squared Circle Stage
Authors:A.C. Tate Pages: 22 - 32 Abstract: Though largely unknown to the public or the academic community, the aspects, technical stylings, and performance structure of professional wrestling have been firmly established throughout the late-20th and early 21st Century. The artistic medium has existed largely in its current form since the 1920’s. And though each successive generation of artists demonstrate a new evolutionary stage of the performance art, the performative structure remains largely the same. The stalwart aspects of the performance are therefore the institutions of the subgenre and are therefore apt examples for comparative analysis with other styles of theatre. This section will provide comparative analyses of professional wrestling with the following three theatrical styles: Italy’s Commedia Dell’arte, ancient Greek drama, and Japanese Kabuki theatre. Reliable primary and secondary sources will be consulted in the establishment of the norms of professional wrestling and the theatrical styles discussed herein. This the paper will also include a subsection dedicated to a competing theory of professional wrestling as demonstration martial arts or another performance field tentatively titled “performance sport.” This article will demonstrate the amalgamation of performance styles already present in professional wrestling. Keywords:Article
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The Objective Safeguards for Administrative Investigation In Jordanian Legislation
Authors:FERAS ALSHRAFAT Pages: 24 - 30 Abstract: The study aimed to clarify the extent to which the Jordanian legislator is able to provide objective guarantees related to the administrative investigation, from the time the employee is accused until the issuance of the disciplinary punishment or acquittal, and to prove the importance of impartiality in the administrative investigation. And the importance of separating the accusing party from the investigation team and separating the investigation team from the trial panel. The study concluded with several results, the most important of which are: The employee's right to view his investigation file is a basic guarantee enjoyed by the accused employee before taking any disciplinary action against him due to a disciplinary error. The Jordanian legislator did not mention the legal texts that stipulate the separation between the indictment body, the investigation body, the investigation body, and the authority that issued the ruling, and this issue is a basic guarantee in the procedures for imposing the disciplinary punishment. The study came out with several recommendations, including: We want the Jordanian legislator to explicitly stipulate legal texts and legislation regarding the separation between the investigation and prosecution bodies, the investigation body and the judgment-issuing body. Keywords:Article
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Reviving Cultural Roots through Music: Exploring the Impact of Moroccan Music on the Moroccan Jewish Community in the Diaspora
Authors:Montassir Hmala, Mourad El Fahli Pages: 25 - 38 Abstract: Throughout history, music has served as a significant medium for recording diverse narratives and expressing the needs, aspirations, and experiences of individuals and groups. This article examines the multifaceted roles of music within the context of diaspora, focusing specifically on the Moroccan Jewish community. By delving into the experiences of five prominent Moroccan Jewish artists who are members of this community, this study sheds light on the profound ways in which Moroccan music bridges the past and present, reconnects individuals and groups with their sociocultural roots, and firmly affirms both individual and collective identities. Drawing from a qualitative research approach that leverages semi-structured interviews with these prominent Moroccan Jewish artists, this research uncovers how Moroccan music, in its various forms, operates as a powerful tool for asserting identity, transmitting and preserving culture, and ensuring generational continuity within the diaspora. The content analysis of these interviews identifies five main themes that elucidate the intricate roles of music in this context: cultural and emotional connection, cognitive connection, the significance of sonic narratives, the role of textual and linguistic narratives, and the importance of Andalusian and Malhoune music. Keywords:Article
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Observing Similarities in Art and Everyday Creativity
Authors:Russell Suereth Pages: 31 - 42 Abstract: This article addresses a disconnect in our daily lives with art and everyday creativity. In our everyday lives, we rarely reflect on art we have seen at a local art museum or a sculpture at a library entrance. In our hurried pace, these works are only objects that have no bearing on our daily lives. Accordingly, art becomes disconnected from our daily lives and feels distant to us. The research in this article aims to identify the similarities between art and everyday creativity. Through this identification, we may become more aware that our daily lives are creative and that art can be an element of our everyday lives. The methodology in this research is based on our inner everyday creativity and the outer creative art we see in museums. Concentrating on these inner and outer spaces enables an expanded awareness in our research and daily lives. The findings suggest that similarities exist between art and the creativity in our everyday world. An awareness of these similarities can help us realize that art and creativity are essential elements of our daily lives and shorten the distance between ourselves, art, and everyday creativity. Keywords:Article
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An An Investigation into the Acquisition of Chinese Aspectual particles “'guo” and “'le” by native Shona speakers
Authors:TAWANDA ZIMHINDO, HERBERT MUSHANGWE Pages: 32 - 41 Abstract: The use of the Chinese language aspectual particles '(guo) and '(le) is very confusing for native Shona speakers yet these two particles are an important part of Chinese language grammar. Many researches have already been done regarding these Chinese aspectual particles by Chinese scholars. However, there are very few researches based on learners' perspective, let alone from the perspective of learners of Chinese who are native speakers of Shona. Therefore, to assist in reducing errors and to facilitate smooth learning of Chinese language grammar by native Shona speakers as well as minimising errors in the use of aspect particles, this research paper makes a comparative analysis of the aspect particle 'and '. This research paper goes a further mile in establishing the close Shona equivalences of these two aspectual particles. An experiment with beginner level classes strengthens the findings of the investigation. This research paper mainly uses comparative research method so as to help learners draw examples from their mother tongue. The purpose of this paper is to describe the different use of these two aspectual particles 'and ' in contrast with the Shona language. Keywords:Article
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Resin Art between beauty and function
Authors:Najlaa Al Saadi, Badar Almamari, Eslam Heiba, Fakhriya Al-Yahyai Pages: 33 - 38 Abstract: Background: Resin material is a type of liquid plastic that has the ability to solidify once it is exposed to air and after adding the hardener, which is a chemical molecule manufactured for an oil derivative. The chemical compound consists of carbon and hydrogen, and these compounds consist of a series of carbons and hydrogen atoms. Connected to this series, when the resin material interacts with the hardener, vapors and gases rise in the case of different proportions imposed between the two materials. After hardening, a transparent, unbreakable glassy material is formed. This study aims to get acquainted with resin and the chemical compositions of resin. Problem statement: The main problem regarding resin art is to devise the impressive rising trajectory for exploring the resins markets. The materials are used as transparent and unbreakable materials for different resin arts. Proposition: It also shows the importance of using resin in various fields, the role of resin art in some small projects, and the functional and aesthetic values of this material, as there are many artists who still use resin as a creative and productive medium in their artwork. Henceforth, epoxy resin markets are most likely to thrive and succeed even in the larger segment in the upcoming years with its initial advancements to the corporate sectors as well, whereas, space exploration and aeronautics industry have already witnessed the crucial impact on the impressive development and rising trajectory of the epoxy resins market. Keywords:Article
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Jazz and Aita music are forms of artistic resistance
Authors:Mohammed Elaloui Pages: 39 - 49 Abstract: This research delves into a sociological discourse analysis of jazz music and Aïta music, investigating their historical connection to social resistance. Aïta music, practiced by free women in Morocco, emerged as a form of rebellion against the constraints of Islamic society, and later served as a means of resistance against the French occupation. Jazz music, once marginalized in American society, transformed into a potent artistic weapon, challenging social injustice and discrimination. The problem addressed in this study is understanding how these musical traditions evolved from exclusion and marginalization to becoming powerful expressions of social resistance. By analyzing historical accounts and contemporary perspectives, the research seeks to uncover the factors that enabled jazz and Aïta music to overcome adversity and adapt over time. Our proposition is that both jazz and Aïta music underwent a transformation driven by the artists' resilience and the significance of their message. Through artistic expression, these genres became powerful tools for challenging societal norms and advocating for change. By tracing their evolution from the past to the present, this analysis contributes to a deeper understanding of the enduring impact of music as a means of empowerment and social transformation. In conclusion, this study sheds light on the role of music in shaping and reflecting social resistance, highlighting the strength of human expression in the face of marginalization and injustice. Understanding the historical trajectory of jazz and Aïta music provides valuable insights into the potential of artistic forms to inspire social change and foster empowerment among marginalized communities. Keywords:Article
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The Application of Multimodal Teaching Approach to Reduce Foreign Language Anxiety
Authors:Changlong He Pages: 39 - 50 Abstract: Foreign language anxiety is a distinctive psychological phenomenon that occurs during the process of second-language acquisition and has a significant impact on language learning. Horwitz (1986) posits that foreign language anxiety is a manifestation of self-perceptions, behaviors, emotions, and beliefs that are related to foreign language learning in the classroom setting. Students’ poor performance and heightened anxiety remain significant concerns in the field of language education. In recent years, multimodal discourse analysis has been increasingly applied in foreign language education, with scholars recognizing its potential to improve students’ motivation and confidence, as well as their academic achievement. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of multimodal teaching on reducing foreign language anxiety. Eight students from a middle school with similar English proficiency were selected as participants, with four students in the control group and four in the experimental group. The experimental group received instruction through a multimodal teaching approach, while the control group received traditional teaching methods. The pre-test consisted of the students’ final English exam from the previous semester, and a post-test was administered one week later to assess their acquisition of new vocabulary. Additionally, the Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale (FLCAS) questionnaire was administered after each test. The results of the study indicate that multimodal teaching can not only enhance students’ academic performance, but also mitigate their foreign language anxiety, particularly in regard to negative evaluation fears. Keywords:Article PubDate: 2023-05-20 DOI: 10.18533/jah.v12i4.2338
Authors:Emmanuel Tabi-Agyei, Josephine Adjei-Mensah, Christopher Effah Oppong, Eugene Padditey, Erasmus Adusei, Doris Ocansey, Dickson Adom Pages: 42 - 58 Abstract: The purpose of this design-based method in the qualitative research approach was to produce content and context-specific TLMs for Upper primary learners living with blindness and visual impairment at the Akropong School for the Blind in Ghana. This was followed up by post-project personal interviews with four teachers and six learners living with blindness and visual impairment in the study area. The study produced four tactile TLMs to enhance the teaching and learning of Integrated Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies. These were tactile TLMs on the Human Digestive System, the Geographical Map of Ghana, the Toddlers' Shapes Puzzle, and the Addition machine. The learners expressed great excitement while interacting with the tactile TLMs that were produced. The findings revealed that the learners living with blindness and visual impairment revealed that the tactile TLMs highly improved their learning interests and outcomes while impacting positively on their retention and recall capabilities of learned concepts. The study contends that the Ministry of Education and the various educational institutions in Ghana must prioritize the establishment of instructional resource centres where innovative TLMs could be produced especially for students with special educational needs to heighten their learning interests and outcomes. Keywords:Article
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Feline Trauma in Ahmed Saadawi
Authors:Bushra Jani Pages: 43 - 51 Abstract: Ahmed Saadawi’s literary achievements, notably exemplified in the prize-winning novel, Frankenstein in Baghdad, have earned widespread acclaim for their profound exploration of trauma, violence, and the repercussions of war. Across these narratives, specifically in Frankenstein in Baghdad and the short story “The Exercise,” Saadawi adeptly utilizes cats as essential components to examine closely these thematic depths. This essay meticulously examines the portrayal of cats in Saadawi’s works and their emblematic significance in illuminating the human experience amidst chaos and devastation. Viewing the narrative through the lens of feline characters, Saadawi prompts readers to consider shared vulnerability, resilience, and the intricate complexities of trauma. In Frankenstein in Baghdad, Saadawi ingeniously adapts Mary Shelley’s classic into an Iraqi context, vividly capturing the trauma caused by the American invasion. The monstrous creation, known as the Whatsitsname, serves as a poignant embodiment of war’s horrors, effectively mirroring societal decay. In contrast, the character of Nabu, Elishva’s cat, oscillates between humanization and monstrosity, reflecting both individual and collective struggles. While the short story “The Exercise” remains distinct from the novel, Saadawi’s adept storytelling continues to shine. The male Shirazi cat, Hannoush, within this narrative mirrors the impact of trauma, while the female cat symbolizes resilience. Employing trauma theory and literary analysis, this study unveils how Saadawi’s feline personas serve as poignant mirrors of human suffering, underlining the far-reaching consequences of violence. By juxtaposing this analysis with Poe’s “The Black Cat,” this paper unveils the nuanced portrayal of trauma and violence within the war context, as depicted in Frankenstein in Baghdad. Keywords:Article
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A Comparative Analysis of “A White Heron” and Border Town from an Eco-critical Perspective
Authors:Dongmin Wang Pages: 50 - 56 Abstract: Being one of the most well-known short stories and prose created by Sarah Orne Jewett, “A White Heron” has gained a reputation for both its romantic and realism descriptions. Comparatively, SHEN Congwen's Border Town, also a well-known novel in China known for its romantic language and compelling writing, exhibits a similar genre: environmental literature. With a prominent eco-critic approach, both stories show a clear plot about preserving the environment and nature. However, the two stories contain some differences in addition to similarities, due to differences in the setting and ideals of each author. This study is based on the literal analysis of “A White Heron” and Border Town, also analysis about the two authors. While utilizing the strategy of comparative analysis, this study focuses on comparing the resemblance and distinction between how the two stories embedded its eco-critical ideal, and how the upbringing and living environment affected their minds, aiming to awake people’s genuine fond of nature, call on humans to join environmental protection, raise awareness of reality while appreciating Jewett’s and Shen Congwen’s works, and eliminate the oppression on real-world environment. Keywords:Essay
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The Centenary of Caring Project: A co-created public art exhibition expressing how COVID-19 impacted on health and social care settings in East Anglia.
Authors:Sally Hardy, Jonathan Webster, Carolyn Jackson, Simon Willmoth Pages: 51 - 62 Abstract: Background: The Centenary of Caring project was a collaborative arts-based activity, bringing together public, university and community-based practitioners, working across health and social care settings in the East of England. The project was co-facilitated by academics from the University of East Anglia in partnership with the Norwich University of Arts. Purpose/Aims: The aim was to co-create a public art exhibition, expressing impact and experience of the government enforced lockdowns during COVID-19, exploring what effect this enforced isolation had on local workforce communities’ wellbeing. The project objective was to capture how people living and working in our care settings had been affected by the pandemic. Methods: A broad stakeholder perspective was sought, including the public, care home residents, health, and social care practitioners, students and academics as collaborating partners during early peaks of infection across the UK of the COVID-19 pandemic (i.e., April – July 2020). The Centenary of Caring project enabled students, together with health and social care practitioners, to work together through online workshops to explore themes of psychological wellbeing and how creative expression enables reflection on lockdown experiences. The projects’ exhibition was a co-created as an on line display due to ongoing lockdown conditions. Co-produced using different forms of creative art (e.g., paintings, embroidery, poetry, design imagery, photography, video), works were curated as an online public exhibition, using an open access gallery. Key Findings: Engaging with creative arts enables and identifies an inclusive process from which to address and promote a positive influence on workplace environment. Few studies using co-production activities have attempted to bridge the gap between mental wellbeing and focused engagement with creative arts. Contributions: This programme of work seeks to further stimulate cross cultural interest for co-creating an evidence base needed to secure and improve investment in holistic aspects of wellbeing, through challenging and promoting positive engagement in mental health related aspects of creative arts engagement for psychological expression. Keywords:Article
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POLIZIOTTESCO 70
Authors:Luca Martignani Pages: 63 - 82 Abstract: Italian crime cinema (henceforth, poliziottesco) is a film genre that developed in the 1970s, particularly from 1972 to 1979. These were the years of political terrorism (both right- and left-wing) and of a structural and cultural differentiation of crime in all the country’s major cities. In this context of opposing extremisms and widespread offenses against the law, the emerging cinematic genre combines the stylistic features of the police plot – crimes and police investigations – with chases, action scenes, and the depiction of street and state violence. The objective of this paper is to define this genre sociologically and culturally through so-called cross-border practices. The term refers to research that advance societal knowledge using sources from different fields of knowledge. Without any claim of exhaustivity, this essay muses on the poliziottesco genre, showing its aesthetic stylistic features, critiquing the social context from which it originates, and explicating the themes underpinning its political philosophy. I will first offer a critical chronology of some of the films that make up the genre and then analyse them by symbols. In the conclusions, I will offer an epistemological framework on the ideology behind the poliziottesco genre, circumscribing it to the years that witnessed its development and popularity. Keywords:Article PubDate: 2023-06-05 DOI: 10.18533/jah.v12i4.2352
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