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"I Don't Feel Hate": A Long Short TikTok Journey to the ESC 2021
Get PDFIn (media) popular music, “personas” are usually media personalities. They mainly appear in mass media. As the media landscape has changed over the last 150 years, so have the media appearances of these musician-personalities - from sheet music to radio, records, film, television, music videos and finally YouTube, Instagram and TikTok. Popular music is dominated by stars, media personalities who present a musical performance - but the way this performance is presented has varied historically. In “old” media, record companies had considerable power with regard to access to markets, but also regarding production, marketing and perpetuation of star images. This has changed dramatically with the rise of the internet and various social media platforms. Now potentially everyone has access, everyone can present oneself publicly, everyone can have his or her “15 minutes of fame” (Andy Warhol). The article describes these transformations to the principle of stardom using a case study: the creation of the German entry for the Eurovision Song Contest in Rotterdam 2021. The previously unknown singer Jendrik Sigwart talks about his application on TikTok and in particular about the production of a music video for it. His application on TikTok for one of Europe’s oldest TV events is an interesting moment in media history, in which old narrative strategies mix with new ones.
The Audacity of Hope: Examining the Influences of Stable Persona Construction on Political Discourse in the United States
Get PDFThis study explores the realm of political persona construction and narrative persuasion through the analysis of Barack Obama's autobiography, The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream. It utilizes Walter Fisher's narrative paradigm theory to analyze how Obama's autobiography strengthened his political image during the 2008 presidential campaign. Using the thematic narrative method of analysis, this paper examines the presence of two key components of Fisher's narrative paradigm - narrative coherence and narrative fidelity - within Obama's campaign autobiography. It investigates how these elements contributed to convincing the American electorate of Obama's leadership qualities, his embodiment of a quintessential representation of citizenship, and his advocacy for the fundamental ideas and beliefs that support his proposed policy agenda. This research highlights the intricate relationship between persona construction and narrative persuasion in the context of Obama's campaignautobiography. It underscores the effectiveness of narrative coherence and fidelity in shaping a compelling political image and influencing public perception. The study challenges the notion that the coordinated stable persona strategy, which played a crucial role in establishing Barack Obama's influential political image, may yield different results in the aftermath of the Trump andBrexit eras (Marshall & Henderson, 2016). In conclusion, the study provides a nuanced exploration of the constantly evolving landscape of political persona-building strategies in American politics
Editorial: TESOL in and outside of the classroom: From measuring intervention success to grappling with issues of identity and social cohesion
Get PDFThis issue of TESOL in Context contains two articles and two book reviews that illustrate the breadth of the field and scope of the journal. We hope each member of the diverse TESOL in Context readership will find material in this volume that assists in classroom practices or invites higher level reflection of professional identity and the role TESOL practitioners play in ensuring inclusive practices and social cohesion in an increasingly globalised world.
The editors of this issue, Dr Averil Grieve, Dr Sharon Yahalom, and Dr David Wei Dai would like to express their sincere gratitude to the authors, reviewers, editorial board members, the preceding journal coordinator Skye Playsted, and the current journal coordinator Dr Fiona Tang for their efforts, expertise, and dedication in bringing this issue to completion through a challenging period.
Developing an ‘ePortfolio of Evidence’ Towards Employment and Registration for Early Childhood Teachers
Get PDFePortfolios have been in use in Initial Teacher Education (ITE) courses for many years. The link to employability has been part of these initiatives, however, recent concerns over workforce and employment requires additional focus to ensure the ongoing sustainability of the ePortfolio. Ensuring teachers are ‘classroom ready’ led to increased pressure on pre-service teachers (PSTs) to demonstrate achievement of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (APST) (Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership, 2017). The goal of this project was to explore and influence PST’s thinking towards the ePortfolio through changes in practice. The research entailed a rapid systematic review of ePortfolio practice towards employment and registration; an online survey of early childhood PSTs to identify their use of the ePortfolio; implementation of improved programs to scaffold the completion of the ePortfolio; and examination of Learning Management System Discussions from graduating PSTs to identify the benefits or changes resulting from the scaffolding processes. Although PSTs recognised that the ePortfolio should be augmented across the degree, many did not feel the need to fully engage with the platform before the submission of the ePortfolio was required for assessment. Many PSTs still appeared unaware of the connection of the ePortfolio to future employment and registration requirements
Aborder la localisation de manière innovante :le Programme de soutien rural Sarhad au Pakistan
Get PDFThe humanitarian work of the Sarhad Rural Support Programme (SRSP) in turbulent north-western Pakistan is an interesting example of how local organisations evolve, adapt, build their capacities and go to scale. SRSP has tackled the limitations of existing humanitarian architecture in implementing localisation by addressing issues like organisational capability, risk, capacity building, trust and best fit approach. This paper explores how SRSP’s management, systems, policies and community outreach show a deep commitment to the marginalised segments of its population and demonstrate downward accountability, while also being upwardly accountable as registrants under Pakistan’s company law, which sets stringent, internationally acceptable standards for financial accountability and protects the organisation’s autonomy against predation from the government and politicians. Its approach to capacity building has been incremental, and built around hands on problem solving, and its program design has been based on iteration, learning and adaption. The SRSP’s work also highlights how good local intermediaries can link the international system to a vast outreach of communities.Le travail humanitaire de l’ONG Sarhad Rural Support Programme (SRSP), une ONG qui propose un programme de soutien dans les zones rurales instables du nord-ouest Pakistanais est un exemple intéressant de la manière dont les organisations locales évoluent, s'adaptent, renforcent leurs capacités et, si besoin, transposent leurs activités à plus grande échelle. En abordant des questions telles que la capacité organisationnelle, le risque, le renforcement des capacités, la confiance et l'adaptabilité des approches, l’ONG SRSP s'est attaquée aux limites de l’application de la localisation dans le secteur humanitaire. Ce document nous montre comment la SRSP via sa gestion, ses systèmes, ses politiques et son action communautaire s’engage véritablement et se tient responsable auprès des parties marginalisées de la population pakistanaise. L’organisation est également responsables puisqu’elle est inscrite à la loi pakistanaise sur les sociétés, qui fixe des normes strictes et internationalement acceptées en matière de responsabilité financière et protège l'autonomie de l'organisation contre la prédation du gouvernement et des politicien.ne.s. Son approche du renforcement des capacités a été progressive et est axée sur la résolution concrète des problèmes et la conception de ses programmes a été basée sur l'itération, l'apprentissage et l'adaptation. Le travail de la SRSP montre également la manière avec laquelle de bon.ne.s intermédiaires locaux. ales peuvent faire le pont entre le système international et un grand nombre de communautés
From Rockstar Politician To Celebrity Influencer: Former Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin In Representational And Presentational Media
Get PDFSanna Marin, Finland’s former prime minister and leader of the Social Democratic Party, has gained extensive media coverage in recent years due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Finnish NATO membership, as well as becoming something of a social media influencer and style icon. This article examines Marin’s rise to fame from top politician to celebrity influencer, drawing on previous theorizations of persona studies, relating to the celebrity politician and the relationship between politicians and media, both representational (traditional) and presentational (social). Finnish and international reporting are comparatively studied, as some difference can be detected in how Marin is portrayed and how her time in office and political legacy are defined. Marin’s social media presence, particularly on Instagram, is addressed from a perspective of celebrity status and authenticity, relating to her online persona. Findings indicate that Marin constructs her public persona with the help of the representational and presentational spaces she occupies, including those that cause controversy and debate. Journalists, too, are able to raise their public profiles when interviewing or writing about high-profile politician celebrities such as Sanna Marin
Building Professional Relationships and Student Confidence through Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner Competencies
Get PDFThis paper reports on how Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner Competencies (ECGPCs) impact on professional relationships and develop bidirectional confidence in the practical abilities of Early Childhood Studies (ECS) students in England. The study adopted an interpretive approach, seeking views through questionnaires (n=38) which were administered, through purposeful sampling, to students, mentors and academics from three universities in England offering Early Childhood Studies (ECS) degrees with ECGPCs. Findings suggest that the ECGPCs enabled focused placement students, with stakeholders recognising the potential for confidence and increased professionalism through the direction that the ECGPCs provide. In contexts of rapid change in Early Childhood policy this article argues the importance of the ECGPCs and of placement to support the graduate professional identity of the early childhood workforce. Interlinking and evidencing knowledge from research and practice enable graduates to articulate and have competencies in; ‘what they do’, ‘how they do ‘it’’ and essentially ‘why they do ‘it’’’. This is essential in promoting graduate relational/collegial professionals and advocating for stronger societal recognition and valuing of young children and the professionals working with them. With the ECGPCs being a new initiative within the United Kingdom, this study is unique in that it begins the research conversation around the success and challenges that this new initiative brings to the suite of Early Childhood (EC) qualifications
A Work-Integrated Learning Framework: the what, where and how of evaluating WIL
Get PDFThrough a case study at Deakin University, we present our approach for evaluating Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) during a pilot of a WIL Evaluation Framework (WEF). This paper focuses on our approaches and decisions relating to what, where and how to evaluate WIL, offering considerations for a sector-wide approach to WIL evaluation more generally. The findings from the pilot inform ongoing institution-specific WIL evaluation projects. We anticipate that our study will provide insight into the comprehensive processes involved in WIL evaluation, and the impact findings can make to inform WIL and employability strategies to supplement current sector-wide discussions on WIL indictors and measures of success for graduate outcomes
“I Guess this is Growing Up”: Analysis of Pop-Punk’s Regained Popularity and Its Shift From Bands to Personas
Get PDFThis research article examines the transformation of pop-punk from bands to solo artists and how the genre regained popularity due to new popular personalities and the transmedia engagement in social media and with established media. Through a three-pronged approach, this study adopts phenomenological, theoretical, and empirical perspectives to understand the transition and regained popularity fully. The phenomenological angle delves into the case studies of musicians, revealing key factors behind the shift to solo artists in pop-punk. Theoretical explanations contextualize the phenomenon within broader cultural frameworks, considering industry and transmedia dynamics, audience preferences, and technological advancements. Empirical evidence, including statistical data from social media profiles, quantifies the impact of the shift. This study contributes to a comprehensive understanding of pop-punk's transformation, offering an exploration of its past, present, and future within the ever-evolving music industries and transmedia landscapes