Proceeding of the International Conference on Arts and Humanities
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REVITALIZING SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED CITIES THROUGH ART INTERVENTION: REACTIVATING PUBLIC SPACES
By 2050, 70% of the global population will reside in cities, making urban areas central to the future of global life. Currently, large cities have numerous advantages in resident welfare, job opportunities, and public spaces, attracting a large number of young people and ensuring urban vitality. However, this trend has diluted the populations of small and medium-sized cities, causing them to enter an ageing society earlier, and in some cases the risk of disappearing. In order to address this challenge, improving the quality of life of the inhabitants, revitalizing small and medium-sized cities, and rethinking the possibilities of 'activating' urban spaces and branding cities have become important research directions for urban policy makers, designers, and cross-disciplinary collaborations. Artistic interventions are an innovative strategy for the revitalization of small and medium-sized cities and their sustainable social and economic development by enhancing the memory and emotional climate (happiness, sense of belonging, place attachment) of the inhabitants and promoting their cohesion towards the city. This paper analyzes and discusses how artistic interventions can promote innovation and city branding in urban public spaces from both short-term and long-term impact dimensions. Through a simulated practice in the small northern Italian city of Piacenza, the application of the research theory is demonstrated, aiming to provide references and methodologies for sustainable urban regeneration.
Copyright (c) 2024 Xindi Liu, Ruodi Wu http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
COLLECTORS’ PICKS: MAPPING THE MOST POPULAR VINTAGE AUDIO COMPONENTS AMONG VINTAGE ENTHUSIASTS
The soft hum of vintage amplifiers, the subtle crackle of vinyl spinning on turntables, and the warm glow of analog nostalgia are the snapshots of a growing movement that's captivating music enthusiasts worldwide. In the current digital age, there's a turning back the clock to embrace the tangible, the analog, and the soulful sound of vintage audio equipment. There is a community of diverse individuals, from seasoned audiophiles to curious newcomers, drawn together not by the latest technology, but by the allure of decades-old components. It is not merely about collecting artifacts but about joining a cultural revival that's gaining momentum. Not to forget nostalgia plays a significant role in their preferences, with a desire to recapture memories, embrace historical charm, and connect with the past. Hence, this paper examines vintage audio components that vintage enthusiasts love to gather the most in building their vintage audio collections. This study implemented a qualitative approach using self-administered questionnaires involving a total of 48 Malaysian listeners aged between 18 to 56 years old and owned the vintage audio. The data was analyzed to identify common themes and patterns regarding the popularity of vintage components among vintage enthusiasts in Malaysia. The data indicates that the most commonly collected vintage audio components among Malaysian vintage enthusiasts are amplifiers or receivers, turntables, and speakers/speaker systems. This paper contributes to the literature by expressing a deeper understanding of the local vintage audio landscape and offering practical implications for businesses and manufacturers seeking to cater to the unique tastes and desires of vintage enthusiasts in Malaysia. By tapping into the appeal of vintage audio components, companies can create products and marketing strategies that stand out in the market and resonate with consumers on a deeper level.
Copyright (c) 2024 Abdul Malik Ahmad, Dr Nor Azlili Hassan, Suhaila Ahmad Zaki, Jeevalamar Kumarasamy http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
THE ART OF DECORATIVE EMBROIDERY ON DRESS IN HO CHI MINH CITY
In Vietnam today, dresses are a very popular type of clothing in Vietnamese life. Although the dress is not a traditional Vietnamese clothing, due to its simple structure and shape, the dress is loved and worn by Vietnamese women for many different purposes and situations such as walking on the street, going to work, taking part to parties or weddings... Currently, there are many ways to decorate dresses such as beading, appliqués, printing, dyeing, drawing, pleating,... And one of the ways to decorate dresses not only increases their value, is less out of fashion, but also associates with Vietnamese tradition is the hand embroidery technique. Creating decorative embroidery motifs on dresses not only contributes to enhancing the beauty of the outfit but also contributes to spread and promote the values of traditional Vietnamese embroidery art. Therefore, this study aims to understand the unique features of hand embroidery techniques shown on women's dresses today in Ho Chi Minh City, specifically via designs, colors, materials, patterns, motifs, layouts, and methods to implementive. The research used the method of researching specialized documents related to hand embroidery techniques, materials for sewing embroidered dresses, and the survey method about embroidered dress designs today in Ho Chi Minh City. The result of the research is a statistical table about the art of decorative embroidery on dresses in Ho Chi Minh City via characteristics such as style, color, material, motif, layout, and implementation techniques. Therefore, I hope that the research outcome contribute to the direction of future embroidered dress designs, meeting the aesthetic needs of women in Ho Chi Minh City.
Copyright (c) 2024 Nguyen Nguyen Thi Ha http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
BINH DUONG LACQUER COMBINES TRADITION AND MODERNITY
It might be argued that any Vietnamese has the right to be proud of the magnificent beauty of the golden light, the iridescence of clams and eggs, and the depth of bright red and deep blue colors in lacquer Vietnam paintings. Furthermore, traditional lacquer in Binh Duong province, Vietnam, is no exception to such aesthetic flow and is no less unique, capturing spectators' attention in a fascinating and bizarre manner. Today, the majority of residents in Tuong Binh Hiep lacquer hamlet in Binh Duong province specialize in producing gold-plated lacquer to provide for the basic needs of the region and the entire country of Vietnam. At the same time, they have developed works that have both memento value, which helps to build craft villages and tourism, and high creative value, which is worthy of prominent artists in craft villages. The author of the article combined the interdisciplinary research method of history and cultural studies with the fine art method, analyzing migration, acculturation, and historical data on the formation and development of lacquer in Binh Duong province through works such as Thanh Le lacquer, Tuong Binh Hiep lacquer, and Dinh Hoa lacquer. At the same time, the author of the article examines the features of artistic language to highlight the traditional and modern qualities that are always present in lacquer paintings in Binh Duong province. It needs to be understood and underlined so that future generations can inherit, promote, and protect the local national cultural identity.
Copyright (c) 2024 Diep Nguyen Thi Ngoc http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
SOME FACTORS IN THE GARMENT INDUSTRY AFFECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
In recent years, alongside the rapid development of technology, the material and spiritual life of people has been continuously improved; key areas such as science, economy, culture and art have all seen remarkable growth. However, this development process has also put a huge pressure on the global environment in general, and in Vietnam in particular, including contributions to pollution from the Garment and Fashion industry. The Earth is gradually warming with many alarming signs and environmental pollution in all aspects: water, air, soil, light, noise... directly affect all creatures. So how does the fashion industry truly impact the world's living environment? Garment and Fashion industry related activities, such as production processes and manufacturing materials, also contribute to environmental harm. In the context of global calls for raise awareness of environmental protection and climate change, what should we, as fashion creators and consumers, do to protect the environment, reduce waste and contribute to addressing environmental challenges as well as envisioning a sustainable future? From both practical observations and reliable data resources, Research-writer by collecting, analyzing, and describing to highlight the issues related to the current state of garment production and usage that impact the environment. From there, we provide feedbacks and solutions for the Garment and Fashion industry in general and consumers to give a hand for a more sustainable, eco-friendly Garment and fashion industry.
Copyright (c) 2024 Nguyen Thi Huynh Nguyen http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
THE APPLICATION OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY IN THE PROTECTION AND INHERITANCE OF INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE
This study addresses the urgent need to preserve and transmit Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) in the face of global cultural homogenization and rapid modernization. The primary aim is to explore how digital technologies can be effectively utilized to safeguard and inherit ICH, ensuring that these cultural practices continue to thrive. The research employs a multi-faceted approach, including case studies, technological assessments, and expert interviews to analyze the application of digital technologies in preserving ICH. Specifically, the study investigates the use of digital tools such as 3D scanning, virtual reality (VR), and multimedia archives in documenting, storing, and disseminating cultural artifacts. By examining both successful and challenging implementations, the study provides a comprehensive overview of how these technologies can be applied in various cultural contexts. The findings highlight the significant advantages of digital technologies in ICH preservation, including their ability to create detailed records, enhance accessibility, and facilitate global dissemination. Specific examples include the use of VR in creating immersive experiences of cultural practices, and 3D scanning for preserving the intricacies of traditional crafts. These technologies not only ensure the preservation of ICH but also contribute to its dynamic transmission across generations and geographies. The study concludes that integrating digital technologies into ICH preservation strategies is not just beneficial but essential for the sustainability of cultural heritage in the digital age. The implications of this research extend to policymakers, cultural institutions, and technologists, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts in developing and implementing digital preservation strategies that respect and enhance the value of ICH.
Copyright (c) 2024 HAOXUAN FENG http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
DEVELOPING VIETNAMESE READING SKILLS FOR THE FIRST YEAR PUPIL
The purpose of the paper is to improve Vietnamese capacity of the first-year pupil through developing their Vietnamese reading skills (the author mentions the case of Vietnamese pupils and Chinese ethnicity pupils living in District 5, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam). To implement this paper, the author has conducted a study on the reading ability results of first-year pupils in Distric 5, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, using a variety of research methods. Specifically, the author has used survey research to collect data from the participants, statistical analysis to analyze the data, and classification techniques to organize the data into categories or groups. Therefrom, the author would like to provide practical suggestions for improving their reading skills. These suggestions likely focus on teaching and learning methods that are suitable for the pupils’ current level of reading ability. The paper is not only meaningful in terms of academic, theoretical and practical aspects of teaching and learning activities to develop Vietnamese reading skills for first year pupils in Vietnam but also can be applied to teach reading skills in other languages of the world.
Copyright (c) 2024 TTK Tuyen http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND CHILD-PARENT RELATIONSHIP: A SERIAL MEDIATION MODEL BASED ON PARENTAL STRESS AND HARSH PARENTING
The purpose of this study is to relate the outbreak of COVID-19 to the child-parent relationship. Although the study uses a serial mediation model of parental stress and harsh parenting that makes this study innovative as compared to the other studies conducted in this area. Moreover, this study is also supplemented with the moderating role of the joint family system which is another unique element in the study. Hence the significance of this study has many folds as this study is not only for the increase of more research work on this burning issue but also aids in policy making avoid any further harm. In line with gaps highlighted by prior studies, this study collects data from parents from Pakistan in order to assess the impact of COVID-19 on child-parent relationships. Analysis has been made by applying SME through SMART-PLS which is effective to increase rigor and testability of the research. Findings indicated that COVID-19 resulted in a significant increase in parental stress that may also harm the child-parent relationship.
Copyright (c) 2024 Muhammad Faisal Sultan, Abdul Kabeer Kazi, Nazia Abdul Rehman http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
DISASTER MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES: A MODERATING ROLE OF TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP AMID COVID-19 FOR SURVIVAL OF ORGANIZATION THROUGH DISASTER MANAGEMENT
Studies all over the globe are used to indicate crisis management strategies for the tourism and hospitality industries. Although the rear of these studies are pointed towards crises that are due to natural disasters or pandemics etc. Therefore, there is a need for specific studies that are directed towards the disaster management strategies by hotels in order to provide a detailed perspective for work and policy making. Hence this study is one of the premier studies in the field that used a complex research model based on serial mediation in order to provide a thorough understanding of disaster management strategies used by well-known hotels. Analysis has been made by using SMART-PLS software from the data collected from top-ranked individuals from well-known hotels in Pakistan. Analysis of data reflected that there is a substantial impact of crisis management strategies on the performance of well-known hotels.
Copyright (c) 2024 Muhammad Faisal Sultan, BN Nehal , RA Khan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
THE bei CONSTRUCTIONS IN CANTONESE: A CORPUS-DRIVEN STUDY
This paper aims to analyze the Cantonese bei constructions with a ‘corpus-driven’ approach. Bei is a polysemous word with the following meanings: (a) Bei means ‘give’, which can take two nominal objects. (b) Bei is an indirect object marker. (c) Bei is a beneficiary marker. (d) Bei is a causative verb that means ‘allow’, forming a serial verb construction with another verb. (e) Bei is a passive marker in a passive construction. In this paper, around 800 examples of Cantonese bei constructions have been extracted from two corpora: Hong Kong Cantonese Corpus and Hong Kong Cantonese Adult Language Corpus. They are the Cantonese corpora freely available on the internet and reflect the usage of Hong Kong Cantonese in the 1990s. It is found that bei is always followed by one noun phrase, sometimes by two noun phrases, but there are a few patterns involving an ellipsis of the direct object or/and the indirect object, which were seldom addressed in previous studies of double object constructions involving bei. Cantonese bei constructions may result in an ambiguity of causative and passive constructions, of which the syntactic subject can be interpreted as semantic roles as “causer” or “affectee”. The interpretation often depends on pragmatic and contextual factors, which can be examined by the attested language data of the corpora.
Copyright (c) 2024 Ping Wai WONG http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
THE TRADITIONAL WEDDING ATTIRE OF VIETNAMESE PEOPLE IN HO CHI MINH CITY NOWADAYS
In today’s era, science and technology are crucial keys to innovation and creativity, connecting all fields such as technology, engineering, commerce, and art, as well as connecting artists, researchers, educators, and technologists to create a development era with many changes, new forms, and more choices. In Vietnam in general and Ho Chi Minh City in particular, innovation and technological development have drastically changed almost every aspect, especially the fashion industry, in which the most prominent influences and changes have been in traditional wedding attire. Science and technology have brought many conveniences and innovations to traditional wedding attire, such as accelerating the production process, mass production, and precision cutting and sewing equipment; Vietnamese wedding attire undergoes changes in diverse styles, colors, and artistic decorations in line with global fashion trends or changes in accompanying accessories, meeting all consumer needs. However, alongside these advantages, many elements could affect artistic and humanitarian values, ethics towards society and individuals, and even cultural identity in traditional wedding attire. This trend is particularly evident in the current aesthetic preferences for wedding attire, such as scanty, overly thin, or see-through styles. Traditional attire is an invaluable asset, the core of national identity, and the foundation for creating new values and cultural exchanges. Therefore, research through data collection, information synthesis, and analysis is necessary to highlight the key issues that have shaped the mainstream of traditional wedding fashion in Vietnam, specifically in Ho Chi Minh City, under the influence of science and technology. This research gives comments and determines aesthetic directions to build, develop, and still preserve the cultural identities of traditional wedding attire in Ho Chi Minh City and the country as a whole.
Copyright (c) 2024 Thi Huynh Nguyen Nguyen, NTH Le http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
THE DAXIANGGUO TEMPLE BUDDHIST ORCHESTRA OF CHINA: CONTEMPORARY ROLE AND FUNCTIONS
The Daxiangguo Temple is located in Kaifeng City, Henan Province, China, and the center of the ancient capital of the Seven Dynasties. Because of its status as a royal temple, the Buddhist orchestra was involved in several imperial events with a long history and profound cultural heritage. Since July 2002, the Daxiangguo Temple Buddhist Orchestra (DTBO) has been rebuilt. 2007, the DTBO acquired the second national intangible cultural heritage project batch. The author investigates the DTBO in recent years, through ethnographic writing, about the operation of the orchestra in the last 20 years, the content of its performances, and investigates its current situation in terms of cultural inheritance and seeking development after its successful declaration as a national intangible cultural heritage project. Research shows that the DTBO plays an essential role in preserving traditional Chinese music culture and propagating religious beliefs and ethical ideas in modern society. The local government displayed it as a cultural symbol of the Central Plains. The preservation and continuation of cultural genes strengthen the religious consciousness of believers and the sense of belonging and cultural identity of the Central Plains people.
Copyright (c) 2024 mengna yang, NW Madzhi http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
EXPLORING ADVANTAGES OF IN-CLASS FLIPPED LEARNING TO ENHANCE CULTURAL COMPETENCE
This research study is a form of qualitative action research that aims to explore the benefits of in-class flipped learning as a means to enhance student cultural competence in an American Culture course. It was conducted at a university in Vietnam, where the recent COVID-19 pandemic introduced unprecedented online courses for education. However, blending online and offline instructional methods in the classroom was relatively easy for students, contrary to the initial concerns of the stakeholders and society. The instructor implemented in-class flipped instruction to improve the cultural competence of undergraduate business majors in an American Culture course. The focus was on enhancing students' knowledge and perspectives on cultures and learner autonomy through technology. The study was conducted for a semester, and each lesson plan was designed to achieve these objectives. The students had access to a textbook as a reference to explore further. The course created an insightful and collaborative learning environment based on qualitative analysis of the interviews, class observations, and students' work, including weekly assignments and end-of-semester group projects. The study found that college students can quickly improve their mindset with proper guidance and resources. This can be achieved by increasing interactions between students and instructors and transforming learners' mindsets on their responsibility for learning. Overall, this research study shows that in-class flipped learning can effectively enhance cultural competence among students, particularly in courses related to cultural studies and business. It also highlights the importance of creating an interactive and collaborative learning environment to facilitate student learning and development.
Copyright (c) 2024 Migyu Kang http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
eTu{d,b}e: DEVELOPING AND PERFORMING SPATIALIZATION MODELS FOR IMPROVISING MUSICAL AGENTS
The eTube is a simple acoustic instrument outfitted with a microphone and a two-button controller which we program to facilitate interaction between an improviser and improvising musical agents. Through an iterative research-creation process, we develop and perform various etudes with the eTube and musical agents, generating new knowledge through musical creation. Through this process, we have developed two interactive spatialization systems for the eTube. We begin by describing the eTu{d,b}e framework which refers to the eTube instrument and a series of improvised etudes based on human-computer musical interactions. An overview of the instrument is presented, as well as the existing systems as they were when Pocius began the spatialization portion of this project. Secondly, we outline two interactive spatialization systems designed for improvised performance with the eTube and musical agents. An overview of the updates made to the eTu{d,b}e framework is presented, followed by a description of the two spatialization systems. Finally, six different performances are presented as case studies to emphasize the advancements and challenges of the project as new approaches are developed.
Copyright (c) 2024 Kasey Pocius, Tommy Davis, Vincent Cusson http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
EMPOWERMENT THROUGH VIRTUAL REALITY: THE CAPABILITIES OF VIRTUAL ENVIRONMENTS IN INSPIRING EMPATHY, IMMERSION, AND EMPOWERMENT
With the help of virtual reality (VR), users are able to experience an imaginary world they cannot experience in real life. This study examines the potential of immersive virtual environments to inspire empathy and personal empowerment, particularly regarding social issues. The design process is aided by data and information gathered through interviews and observation of project participants. This research projects include #EmpowermentThroughVR, which reflects on current issues such as the Afghanistan Crisis and the ongoing hardships women in the Middle East confront. Participants in VR simulations view occurrences from the perspective of the individual facing the hardship and are asked to consider its implications and ramifications. This study explores whether participants would remain silent or show empathy for the victims of the catastrophe. The findings demonstrate that people's perceptions and information intake are influenced by their feelings of being present in a virtual space. A real-world experience cannot be compared to a VR experience, but a VR experience is psychologically more potent than a mediated experience. VR enables users to engage with imaginary objects they cannot see or even envision in the physical world. According to the findings, people can feel empowered and experience things in virtual worlds that they would feel uneasy doing in the real world. A set of standards should be followed in VR to produce more realistic experiences that inspire and evoke empathy.
Copyright (c) 2023 Marjan Khatibi http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
SYMBOLS IN JRAI PEOPLE'S LIFE-CYCLE RITUALS ACROSS VIETNAM'S CENTRAL HIGHLANDS
The Jrai ethnic group is the largest in the Central Highlands and has the tenth largest population of Vietnam's 54 ethnic groups so studying Jrai culture, which emphasizes life cycle rituals and their symbols is a meaningful subject full of fascinating insight in to Central Highlands culture. Using qualitative data from ethnographic interviews and participant observation in three villages: Plei Oi, Greo Pet and Ia Glai districts, Chu Se and Phu Thien districts, and applying Clifford Greezt and Victor Turner's symbolism theory, the paper describes, analyzes, and interprets the symbolic meaning in the Jrai life-cycle rituals. The study's findings imply that everyday objects are turned into symbolic objects, supporting the community's moral values in ritual context. For example, the midwife chews ginger and blows into the child's ear, a practice known as " birth ritual". In order to mature into an adult, a youngster is enduring tooth - sharpening ritual. In the wedding ceremony, a couple exchange bracelets each other as a symbol of their lifelong love. To bid farewell to the deceased without regrets, bang the gong anti-clockwise around the corpse's body. The symbolic framework of the life-cycle ritual has been preserved over time, conveying the ideals and identity of the Jrai ethnic group. The study's findings contribute to explain why the Vietnamese government's efforts to preserve ethnic cultures.
Copyright (c) 2023 THM Phuong http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
ETHICAL ISSUES AND ZOOM: PERCEIVED ETHICAL MISCONDUCTS AND INTENTION TO SWITCH: A QUANTITATIVE STUDY THROUGH THE OPINION OF UNIVERSITY TEACHERS FROM KARACHI
The spread of COVID-19 resulted in the deactivation of formal classes and distance education and learning have been adopted in all forms of education. Institutions start using virtual classrooms which cause significant changes in teaching style as well as in teaching pedagogy. Therefore, different cloud hosting platforms are used for conducting lectures among them Zoom Meet is perceived as the leader which has been used across the globe by all forms of education providers. Although studies revealed that there are several privacy and security issues associated with Zoom meet which may affect the intention to use it for business and education purposes. Therefore, a study is required to understand the perception of teachers who are using this application more extensively as compared to other professionals. The data has been collected through quota sampling through closed-ended questionnaires and SMART-PLS has been incorporated for the analysis of data. The results indicated that university teachers are aware of the privacy and security issues associated with the use of Zoom Meet and hence are willing to change the mode of teaching for upcoming stages and semesters.
data privacy and security & university teachers
Copyright (c) 2023 Muhammad Faisal Sultan, Imam Uddin, Muhammad Asim http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
HUMAN AND SCIENCE, LAND AND SPACE: A CASE STUDY OF “XU BING TIANSHU ROCKET” BASED ON THE ECOCRITICISM THEORY
Firstly, conceived in the field of geology, the conception of Anthropocene has now been becoming an inspiration for many artists to create their work aimed at reflecting the relationship between human beings and nature. As one of the most representative Chinses contemporary artists, Xu Bing made another bold attempt to combine aerospace with art. In 2021, a rocket was launched from Jiuquan, China, named “Xu Bing Tianshu,” the first one named after an artist and his work. The rocket could not reach outer space as expected but left an unanticipated artwork on the earth: “Xu Bing Tianshu Rocket”: Crater. Adopting the ecocriticism theory, researchers take Xu Bing’s work as a case study to examine the conflictive and inseparable interaction of Science and Art using the method of text analysis based on art reviews, interviews with the artist, and the relevant news reports. The research indicates that the launch might demonstrate the arrogance of human power, but the emergence of the “Crater,” which was considered as a symbol of failure from a scientific standpoint, presents an earth-like work of art that is out of human control and beyond human expectations, by which means the artistic expression questions anthropocentrism in a powerful way. This study would be a pioneering example of viewing space art and land art in the eyes of ecocriticism, which is expected to enrich its critical practice and contributes to a humble reflection of environmental protection
Copyright (c) 2023 W Zhe, Y Rong http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
EXPLORING THE SUCCESS FACTORS OF KRING! (2020) AND BATIK GIRL (2019)
The Malaysian animation industry has produced many animated short films and have claimed success through various forms. Among the successful short animations produced, Kring! (2020) created by BrainyBones Studio and Batik Girl (2019) created by R&D Studio are the two short, animated films produced locally that have received a number of notable awards across the world. The development and export of original IPs shows that the Malaysian animation sector, like the rest of the region, is maturing. These well-known works have employed a variety of variables, tactics, and aspects to attain their current popularity, thus the goal of this article is to figure out what factors, strategies, or elements were used in these award-winning films. This study has employed a qualitative research design with the use of semi structured interviews from the producers and creators behind these two films. At the conclusion of this study, it is possible that it will provide achievement for the animation film industry for future short animation film producers, which will be crucial in boosting the number of successful projects in the local sector.
Copyright (c) 2023 SN Edrina, M Norhasheila, MRN Nurshafira, AA Nabila, ABM Syuhaidi http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
PRECAUTIONS ARE BETTER THAN CURE: A GUIDELINE FOR POLICY MAKING TO COMBAT AGAINST THE VIRUS WITH THE REFERENCE TO DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
Monkeypox is a form of zoonosis that was mostly transmitted through animals. However, in recent times research evidences several cases of secondary transfer all over the globe. Therefore, after the emergency situation was declared by the World Health Organization on the 22nd of May the probability of reemergence of the disease is much high. Therefore, there is a need to evaluate major predictors of monkeypox with reference to the developing sides of the world as the threat of an outbreak is much higher on developing sides of the world. This study has been done purposively to evaluate predictors of monkeypox with reference of Pakistan to evaluate the predictors with respect to their perceived impact numerically. SPSS has been used to reflect the importance of every predictor to support the policy formulation and improvement of precautionary measures to combat effectively the potential threat of the monkeypox virus.
Monkey Pox, Zoonosis, Developing Countries & Precautionary Measures
Copyright (c) 2023 MF Sultan, AF Shamsi, S Shaikh http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
TEENAGER’S FASHION IN HO CHI MINH CITY: NEW TRENDS AND ISSUES
Thanks to the favorable geographical position for trade and economic development, the urbanization process in Ho Chi Minh City took place early and quickly. Modern media have boosted social development in all aspects, such as literacy levels, information exchange, communication, community activities, and particularly greater awareness of prevailing trends in beauty, fashion, music, movies, painting and numerous related aspects. Therefore, this not only creates great opportunities but also poses challenges to the country. Adolescents are significantly influenced by these changes as they desire to assert their own character and identity. Teenagers’ dressing up like their idols or celebrities has become a growing trend. This has created a multi-colored identity for the fashion industry, signifying art and humanity and effecting both positive and negative changes in the costume culture. Through synthesized and analyzed data, this research presented a systematic review on the costumes of young people in Ho Chi Minh City and highlight the key factors that influence fashion trends among them. In addition, detailed comments and aesthetic orientations were made to contribute to building costume culture and improving fashion taste for young people in Ho Chi Minh City in particular and in Vietnam general.
Copyright (c) 2023 TNH Nguyen http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
THE ART OF DECORATIVE EMBROIDERY ON AO DAI IN HO CHI MINH CITY
The Ao Dai is considered the Vietnamese traditional national costume because the shape structure of the Ao Dai is a special shape that does not coincide with any other type of costume in the world today, and at the same time creates a graceful look, highlighting the beauty of the three body curves of a woman is the dominant feature of the Ao Dai. Therefore, the shaping of embroidered motifs to decorate Ao Dai contributes to increasing the beauty of this female costume, and at the same time promotes the traditional art of embroidery and decoration of the Vietnamese nation. The characteristics of decorative embroidery on Ao Dai are specifically shown through designs, colors, materials, and patterns arranged in a harmonious way to create a beautiful layout on the Ao Dai, which further proves the historical value and the core values of decorative embroidery on Ao Dai developed according to the divergence of Vietnamese history in general, especially in Ho Chi Minh City in particular. Today, the modern embroidery styles with diverse embroidery techniques, patterns, textures close to life, and rich colors, are closer and more pervasive in all types of traditional ao dai Vietnam, through their use values such as Ao dai embroidered for festivals, performances, gala dinners and especially Ao dai embroidered with daily wear, contributing to meeting the aesthetic needs of women in Ho Chi Minh City.
Copyright (c) 2023 NTH Nguyen http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
REFIK ANADOL’S CONSTRUCTION OF SPACE AND TIME: SYNESTHESIA BETWEEN MACHINES AND HUMANS
The media artist Refik Anadol’s acclaimed work Machine Memoirs: Space inaugurates the first permanent immersive digital art gallery in the UK, The Real Store. Utilizing machine intelligence to recreate images of the International Space Station, telescopes and NASA satellites, Machine Memoirs: Space provides viewers with an immersive experience of lush visuals and stunning 3D sound, allowing them to experience the spectacle of various spaces. In the age of artificial intelligence, when time and space can be transformed into multiverse experiences by machines, what does it mean to be human? Similarly, a central theme of Andreas Broeckmann’ s book Machine Art in the Twentieth Century is how machines impact the interaction between humans and artistic creations. This book is the first comprehensive study of machine art, examining the aesthetics of machines in art. Within the theoretical framework of Andreas Broeckmann, this study argues that machine-based algorithms in artworks create spectacular artistic experiences through synesthesia between machines and humans. Additionally, the challenge for the human subjectivity is posed by the technicity of visual perceptions. The contributions of this study are divided into two aspects. The investigation of Refik Anadol’s works may contribute towards a better understanding of the theoretical framework of machine art. Additionally, the explanation of the relationship between technology, humans and artworks provides some clues for future digital art creations.
Keywords: Refik Anadol, Andreas Broeckmann, digital art, machines, huma
Copyright (c) 2023 D Xiaoling http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
THE ART OF PATTERN CARVING OF THE TRUSS (DAUKEO) ON A WOODEN HOUSE STRUCTURAL SYSTEM IN HUE AND THU DAU MOT CITIES
It can be said that the quintessence of wooden house architecture in Vietnam in general and in Hue and Thu Dau Mot cities, in particular, is reflected in the motifs of wood carving patterns in the interior. Especially the motifs are decorated on the Daukeo with various, diverse, highly artistic themes and show the characteristics of each house, as well as feel the aesthetic level of the house owner. From those values, the contents of the article focus on bringing out the artistic values ​​of this unique decoration in the architectural structure of wooden houses in these two localities. The author has carried out a survey and investigated nearly 200 details of Daukeo carving in wooden houses in a total of nearly 100 wooden houses to recognize and better understand the motifs of carving art on Daukeo in the architecture of traditional wooden houses and modern wooden houses. So to bring into play the architectural value have a national character that may be gradually lost, to find the core values, or to want to find the original form of the Daukeo, as well as the meaning of this art of wooden carving, contributes to preserving the delicate traditional patterns of the national culture in general and the beauty of the wooden house in particular.
traditional wooden house architecture in binhduong, wooden truss carving in hue and binhduong
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THE APPLICATION FOR CREATING ASSIGNMENT AND ESSAY TEST FORMS FOR GENERAL ENGLISH COURSES AT SAI GON UNIVERSITY
Since the Covid-19 pandemic happened globally, Viet Nam has been severely affected in all aspects, especially in the economy and education. Therefore, digital transformation and the application of modern science and technology to all activities in Vietnam are inevitable. Due to the limitation of articles, our topic will only discuss "The application to creating assignments and essay test forms for General English courses at Sai Gon University" to help lecturers and students to be more adaptable to new challenging situations in Vietnam during the period of modern technological transformation. In this article, we use the method of listing, describing and synthesizing techniques and tricks in teaching in the modern era of science and technology, specifically, the application to crofting assignments and essay test forms for General English courses via on the Moodle system at Sai Gon University. The content of the article contributes to creating not only the assignments and other tests for students, but a healthy learning environment, meeting the output standards prescribed by the Ministry of Education and Training in the integration period of Vietnam. And then, we draw concludeerve as a reference and support for lecturers and researchers in Vietnam education during the science and technology transformation period.
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Cao Fei’s Imagery of the Chinese Female Cyborg as A Posthuman Identity In 21st Century China
This paper examines Cao Fei’s early twenty-first century works which proposes a cyborgian future where Chinese women can take agency of their own body and thoughts through a second skin, to create their personal alternate histories. The paper begins with an exploration of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) to cyborg phenomenon across pop culture, contemporary art and governance. Drawing references from the current AI technology wars between China and America, this paper investigates; (1) China’s motivations behind this ploy, how it affects the marginalized female gender; (2) and focuses on Chinese multimedia artist Cao Fei’s early twenty-first century works, which responds to the social and urban conditions in China hinting on a cyborg solution to take on contemporaneous China. The research aims to convey the hidden qualities that make up the Chinese female cyborg in Cao Fei’s selected works and discusses the capabilities of this empath heroine, by way of a cybernetic adornment, for women in China’s Social Credit System (shehui xinyong tixi –SCS) society. The paper further discusses the body, gender and posthuman politics of the Chinese female cyborg by critiquing the stereotypes it perpetuates and the mind-body to machine ratio that alters the embodied humanness. The discussion concludes with the Chinese female cyborg as “new materialism” that is able to articulate Freud’s “bodily ego” concept and contributes to Donna Haraway’s request for a different relationship for nature/culture that we are faced with. This paper recognizes the patriarchal authoritarian conundrum that will continue to hinder greater equality for women in China and is a call-to-action to consider the many ways art may inform new technologies that can work to benefit all people.
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Compositional Approach of ‘Sebuah Pantun I’ for Solo Piano by Tazul Tajuddin
The fusion between Asian culture and western music has widely influenced Tazul’s compositional approaches. His influence from Malaysian poetry and gamelan music has been illustrated in his work Sebuah Pantun I. These influences have crafted a way of composing mediating Asian norms and western style which later he called ‘gamelbati’. This article presents a detailed analysis of the first movement of Sebuah Pantun for solo piano employing the numbering systems of gamelan songs and the format of four-line ‘pantun’. Sebuah Pantun for solo piano has four small subsections imitating the four-line ‘pantun’ which are two-line of ‘pembayang’ (shadow) and two-line meaning of the ‘pantun’. The imitation of gamelan pelog scale and the format of four-line pantun incorporating Western instruments, notation and style has work perfectly in this composition work. Tazul’s work also uses primarily five series of notes, but two extra notes were only used once throughout the piece. This suggests that the composer referred to the seven-tone of the pelog scale that was widely used in gamelan music. The composer uses serial composition as the main compositional approach in this work, where the notes are retrograded which then grouped to form several small sections imitating the four-line ‘pantun’. Using the gamelan songs’ numbering systems and four-line ‘pantun’ in his composition approach has explored the shape, space and musical aesthetic in an effective and imaginative way.
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The Art of Digital Transformation in Fine Arts: Liberating Contemporary Artist in Vietnam
The world has entered a new era with the outstanding development of information technology. All areas of human life (culture, economy, politics, education, etc.) have made significant development steps to adapt to the new context. Art is not an exception to this rule of progress. In Vietnam today, the application of information technology in the digital transformation process has brought about great changes in visual arts. This takes place from the low-level (digitizing visual elements) to the high-level (creating new art forms). Vietnamese artists are liberated from difficulties and challenges in their works such as approaching to art theory and practice of art in the digital age. The article mentions the influence of digital transformation in the artistic creation process of Vietnamese artists today. By interdisciplinary approach: fine arts, science, and technology the paper proposes a digital transformation model that has three main phases/ levels to launch digital transformation in Vietnamese visual arts. It bases on four elements: Human, Visual art, Activities, and Environment. The research paper contributes to helping artists with difficulties, challenges and to limit unnecessary risks in their professional activities: digitalizing artworks, art-forms, digitalizing the creating process as well as new way of communication, conveying artworks to their audiences, etc.
The Art of Digital Transformation in Fine Arts to Liberate Artist in Vietnam Nowadays
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Challenges and Opportunities: Transition to Online Streaming Performances in the South African Opera Industry
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a profound sense of uncertainty and insecurity in the world of opera. The COVID-19 pandemic has emerged as a phenomenon that is brutally affecting the opera industry. This effect was most prevalent and predominant in developing countries. Within a short period, the COVID-19 pandemic triggered unprecedented turmoil in the world of the arts. In European countries, many well-established opera companies opted for online streaming. The seismic disruption brought by the protocols imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic confirms the importance of changing from the traditional method of performance. Hence, this paper explores the challenges and opportunities of the transition to online streaming performances in the South African opera industry. A qualitative research method was employed using reviews of scholarly writings and informal interviews with opera singers and managers of opera companies. A thematic analysis was adopted to analyse the findings. The findings were presented in themes, namely 1. Challenges and opportunities of the transition to online streaming performance; 2. Effect of the national lockdown in South African opera industry; 3. Vulnerability of opera singers in the South African opera industry. The findings demonstrate that the South African opera industry was hit hard by the pandemic. The severity of the impact is partly attributable to the lockdown the South African government imposed to curb the spread of coronavirus. This paper concludes by stating that online streaming performances could be a longstanding solution for the opera industry.
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COVID-19 as a Public Health Problem in Nigeria: A Sociopragmatic Reading of Health Issues in Jenifa on Lockdown
This study examines COVID-19 as a public health problem in Nigeria as reflected in health issues raised about the disease in a SceneOne TV YouTube channel drama series Jenifa on Lockdown. The drama showcases the Nigerian experience of the first wave of COVID-19 in 2020. This study does a socio-pragmatic reading of highlighted health concerns from a stylistic perspective. It seeks to validate the applicability of utterances of characters to the establishment of the realness of COVID-19 and corruption as the bane of preventive and control measures in Nigeria. This research adopted a qualitative approach. It employed John Searles’ model of Speech Act Theory as its theoretical framework. Relevant illocutionary acts were collected from selected episodes of the satirical performance as data. The paper reveals that COVID-19 is a major public health problem in Nigeria. It identifies political corruption, especially the embezzlement of budgetary allocation to health as a factor that undermines the implementation of a desired high-level strategic response to the disease. It distinguishes health challenges such as underfunding and understaffing of the health sector, alarming population per health center, lack of isolation centers, non-remuneration of frontline health workers, unethical practices among health workers, and the discouragement of volunteerism as consequences. It concludes that ridding Nigeria of corruption is necessary to solve identified health challenges and improve its health care system. It recommends a bottom-top approach that entails social accountability to achieve answerability, good governance, a successful and sustainable health system in Nigeria. This research endorses the effectiveness of dramatic campaigns on social media in health promotion. It establishes the efficiency of the approach to health care and wellbeing, using insights from dramatic performance, stylistics, and pragmatics. Thus, it suggests further linguistic research into critical, dramatic perceptions of health to boost healthcare and wellbeing.
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