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Beyond Negativity: Exploring the Core Elements and Emerging Trends in Constructive Journalism
Get PDFThis systematic review analyzes 71 publications on constructive journalism elements, examining six core components: solutions, future orientation, inclusiveness, empowerment, context, and co-creation. The review reveals a general consensus on element definitions, while highlighting variations in operationalization and application across research contexts. Emerging elements, such as visual reporting and cultural-specific components, are identified as expanding the constructive journalism framework. The analysis demonstrates the significant impact of these elements on audience responses, news content, and journalistic practices. However, challenges including inconsistent operationalization, lack of longitudinal studies, and implementation difficulties in certain news contexts are noted. The study proposes a novel classification of elements into principle-based and practice-based categories, offering a new perspective on their interrelationships and roles in guiding journalistic work. Additionally, it examines how these elements are shaped by and navigate within competing ideological forces in contemporary media production. This comprehensive synthesis advances the theoretical understanding of constructive journalism, identifies research gaps, and provides valuable insights for both scholars and practitioners in enhancing the positive impact of news media on society
Exploring the Influence of MCN Agencies on Content Creation by Short-Video Influencers Among Chinese College Students
Get PDFThis qualitative study explores the complex influence of Multi-Channel Networks (MCNs) on content creation by Chinese college student influencers on short video platforms, with TikTok as the primary focus. Through depth interviews with ten purposefully sampled student influencers affiliated with MCNs, the study uncovers how these networks shape content strategies, enhance audience engagement, and guide career paths. Employing a qualitative research paradigm, the study elicits rich, contextualized data on the subtle ways MCNs impact the content creation process. Findings reveal that MCNs play a crucial role in determining content themes, improving production quality, and facilitating marketing opportunities. However, concerns about creative control and long-term career sustainability also emerge. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the dynamics between MCNs and content creators in China's digital media landscape, highlighting both opportunities and challenges for college student influencers. The insights provided are vital for researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to foster a more equitable and sustainable environment for content creators in the evolving short video ecosystem
Problematic Short-Form Video Use, Instant Gratification, Impulsivity, and Psychological Distress Among Slovak University Students
Get PDFThis quantitative cross-sectional study investigates the relationships between problematic short-form video use, impulsivity, the tendency toward instant gratification, and psychological distress (depression, anxiety, stress) among Slovak university students specializing in media and communication—a group expected to exhibit above-average media literacy. Data were collected from 338 students using validated psychological instruments (SVA scale, Delay Discounting Tasks, NCIS, DASS-21). Results showed that problematic consumption is moderately prevalent, with significant associations with higher impulsivity (especially self-control deficits) and increased psychological distress, supporting the view of digital video platforms as potential maladaptive coping tools. Surprisingly, even among these digitally proficient students, higher media literacy and daily exposure to digital content did not serve as protective factors—problematic use and its psychological correlates were present to a similar degree as described in general youth populations. Platform differences were minor, although TikTok users showed more homogeneous risk profiles. The study underscores the importance of focusing on personality factors rather than presumed digital competences in digital wellbeing and prevention strategies. Limitations regarding sample homogeneity and the self-report method are acknowledged, and further research with more diverse groups and objective behavioral measures is recommended
Social Media User Satisfaction and the Spread of Fake News: Insightful Perspectives of Users
Get PDFIn the modern era, social media is an effective medium for the dissemination of information and communication. As such, social media increases the avenues of information among users and may influences their behaviour. However, social media as a communication medium is often misused by certain groups of people, especially for sharing unauthorised information and fake news. This study will examine the extent of social network usage among Malaysians by exploring the relationship between user satisfaction and the spread of fake news. This research presents the results of a survey conducted with 379 respondents who were at least 18 years old and had utilized internet platforms to search for information. Additionally, this study used Partial Least Squares (PLS) data analysis to identify how the five distinct variables (pass time, entertainment, socialisation, information sharing and information seeking) impacted the spread of false information. The study found a direct relationship between user satisfaction and fake news dissemination, where amusement and the pursuit of knowledge were the key motivators. Furthermore, we found that other motivations for social media usage, were social interactions, passing time and information sharing, had less significant relationship with the dissemination of misinformation
Visual Mapping Analysis of International Research Hotspots and Trends for the MBTI Test
Get PDFSince its creation, the MBTI test has been widely used in the fields of counseling, management, and education. However, it has yet to be thoroughly studied in China. This paper uses the visual analysis software CiteSpace to analyze 468 MBTI-related publications from the Web of Science database (1990-2018). The study aims to clarify the development process and research trends of the MBTI test. We found that the MBTI originated in the United States and gradually spread globally. Its development has gone through four stages: theory interpretation, model explanation, type performance, and type application. Currently, research focuses on self-development, personality types, and online learning, indicating a shift from theory to practical application and from single-discipline to interdisciplinary development
Interaction Between Virtual Identity and Real Identity: Dual Identities
Get PDFThis study examines the interaction between virtual and real identities and explores middle school students' perceptions of dual identities using a qualitative approach. Employing a phenomenological research design, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 30 middle school students in Malatya. The data were supported by audio recordings and analyzed descriptively, revealing themes related to identity construction, privacy concerns, social acceptance, and self-expression challenges. Findings indicate that students selectively reflect their real-world characteristics online due to privacy and safety concerns, while simultaneously constructing identities influenced by social acceptance and experimentation. Positive online interactions enhance students' self-confidence and social skills offline, whereas negative experiences, such as cyberbullying, result in diminished self-expression. Participants demonstrated significant awareness of identity differences between online and offline contexts, often highlighting increased freedom and reduced social pressure in digital environments. The study emphasizes the necessity of digital literacy and ethical communication education to address challenges in managing virtual identities
Determinants of Consumption Behaviour Intention Among Chinese K-Drama Fans: An Integration of the Theory of Planned Behaviour and Cultural Dimensions
Get PDFThis study draws on the Theory of Planned Behaviour and Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions Theory, which examine the factors influencing the consumption behaviour intention of Chinese K-drama fans. It focuses on psychological and cultural factors in decision-making, including behavioural attitude, subjective norm, perceived behavioural control, and cultural dimensions like collectivism, femininity, and uncertainty avoidance. The researcher designed and implemented a quantitative research approach. The data were gathered via a questionnaire utilising snowball sampling. The demographic segment chosen for the study was K-drama fans aged between 18 and 39 in North China. The research model included six independent variables, with “consumption behaviour intention” as the dependent variable. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) was used to test the hypotheses and analyse the paths. The results show that behavioural attitude, subjective norm, and perceived behavioural control all have a significant positive effect on consumption behaviour intention. Cultural dimensions such as collectivism, femininity, and uncertainty avoidance also have a positive influence. This study combines the Theory of Planned Behaviour and Cultural Dimensions Theory to examine the consumption behaviour intention of Chinese K-drama fans. It contributes to fan studies and cross-cultural consumer research, offering practical ideas for promoting and marketing cultural products
Investigating the Elements of Short Commercial Mineral Water Advertisement: A Case on Discourse Analysis
Get PDFThis study aimed to analyze the discourse in commercial mineral water advertisements, focusing on linguistic structures, communication strategies, and persuasive techniques. This research explores how advertisements use language and visual elements to attract consumer attention and persuade them to purchase a product. Advertising is a crucial marketing tool that shapes consumer perception through discourse. Commercial advertisements, including bottled mineral water advertisements, strategically use linguistic and visual features to enhance persuasion. This study examined a well-known Indonesian bottled mineral water advertisement to understand its discourse structure, language use, and persuasive strategies. This study adopted a qualitative descriptive approach using a discourse analysis method. Data were collected from television, YouTube, and TikTok advertisements focusing on transcripts and visual elements. This study applies Bolen’s (1984) discourse structure model, Chomsky’s (1957) linguistic theory, and Aristotle’s persuasion principles (ethos, pathos, and logos) to analyze advertising strategies. The findings revealed that the advertisement consists of three key sections: title, body, and closing. The title attracts attention with an emotional appeal, the body highlights product benefits, and the closing reinforces the brand message using a soft-selling approach. The advertisement employs casual and persuasive language using repetition, contractions, and emotional words. The primary persuasive technique relies on logos, emphasizing the product’s health benefits while also incorporating pathos to evoke emotions. This study concludes that effective advertisements combine structured discourse, persuasive language, and visual elements to shape consumer behavior. These findings suggest that discourse analysis is a valuable tool for understanding advertising strategies. Future research could compare different brands and examine the psychological effects of advertising discourses on consumers
A Succinct Survey of Informative Perspectives on Financial Analysts
Get PDFThis paper structure is as follows. Because this study investigates the impact of corporate social responsibility measured by disclosures on financial analyst behavior, this paper will review prior literature regarding the role of financial analysts, the demand for financial analyst service, the reasons for financial analysts following a firm, factors affecting analyst forecast properties and the impacts of non-financial and financial information on analyst coverage and forecast properties. This paper’s purpose aims to provide some institutional background related to financial analysts so that it can help us later examine the relationship between CSR disclosures and financial analyst behavior in different countries and how that relationship changed after the global financial crisis. This paper provides insights for future research to examine nonfinancial information on analyst behavior
Beyond Instrumental Use: A TAM-Based Study of Al-AssistedLanguage Learning Among Chinese University Students
Get PDFWith the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly in natural language processing and adaptive learning technologies, AI tools are becoming increasingly prominent in foreign language education. However, their pedagogical effectiveness and impact on learning outcomes remain underexamined. Anchored in the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), this study surveyed 365 Chinese university students to assess their adoption, usage patterns, and perceptions of AI in language learning. The findings reveal that: (1) students primarily use AI for structured tasks such as writing assistance and grammar training, with less emphasis on speaking and listening applications; (2) perceived usefulness, reflected in improved learning efficiency and language knowledge acquisition, aligns closely with students' cognitive and behavioral engagement; and (3) perceived ease of use and teacher guidance jointly shape learning effectiveness, underscoring the critical role of pedagogy in leveraging AI tools. Based on these insights, the study proposes a three-dimensional framework that emphasizes the development of multimodal functionalities to foster intercultural competence, redefines the teacher's role as a strategic facilitator, and advocates for intelligent, learner-centered ecosystems. These recommendations contribute to advancing the integration of AI in foreign language education and provide practical guidance for its pedagogical optimization