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Agony of Postmodern Love: A Study of Patrick Marber’s Closer
Get PDFAs one of the most significant British plays of the 1990s, Closer depicts a postmodern consumerist society where young adults suffer from the agony of love. In light of the inadequacy of current interdisciplinary studies on the play, this study is aimed at extrapolating the reasons for the characters’ failure to attain closeness in Closer based on Byung-Chul Han’s philosophy of postmodern Eros. As is manifested in the play, these young men and women are isolated and dissociated due to their egocentric tendency to appropriate and use the Other for their own ends; their substitution of uniqueness in the Other with self-imaged Homogeneity; the commodification of love to pornography in society which induces their fuzziness of true identify and incapability of differentiating between the real and the fake; and their complex play of power relations between two competitive sexes. Hopefully, this study can not only enlighten the contemporary humanity who still wish for a healthy and long-lasting relationship but provide some reference for subsequent scholars to conduct more diversified cross-field studies of Marber
Sustainability in Sanitation: A Comparative Analysis of Cities in Brazil and Canada
Get PDFThis paper presents a comparative analysis of sanitation practices in Brazil and Canada, focusing on the challenges faced and efforts made to improve sanitation facilities and universal access to clean water and hygienic treatment. The study utilizes a qualitative research design, incorporating a systematic document review methodology to examine peer-reviewed articles, governmental reports, policy documents, and official statistics from both countries. The analysis reveals the specific challenges encountered in Brazil, particularly in rural areas and marginalized communities, as well as the initiatives taken by the government to enhance sanitation. Similarly, the study explores Canada’s commitment to sustainable development, including the obstacles encountered in ensuring access to clean water and sanitation, with a special emphasis on indigenous communities. Thematic analysis is employed to identify commonalities and differences between the two nations, leading to valuable insights and conclusions. While the study acknowledges limitations such as the broad scope of the topic and the absence of primary data collection, it contributes to the existing literature on sanitation issues and underscores the importance of a multi-sectoral approach in addressing water and sanitation challenges
The Place of Arabic Language in National Security and National Development in Nigeria
Get PDFIn recent past, Nigeria is being faced with different kinds of security challenges, unemployment social vices and economic setback. Though, there is no society without ills. Therefore, in any problem there is always a solution. Education in many developed nations is the key to overall development. This paper therefore, establishes that Arabic Education can be a great force to ameliorate this pathetic situation in Nigeria so as to bring much needed aspirations such as peace, unity, development, employment and stability in all aspects of life. The researchers critically evaluate the roles of Arabic language, its literature and the scholars of Arabic language in building security and as well initiating activities that can brings national development. The research shows that if the learning and use of Arabic language is adopted in most of our security agencies it will help in curbing security, most especially at the border areas of the country. The research equally reveals that Arabic language has potential in the world economy and can replicate in employment opportunities in Nigeria. The researchers recommends among others that Arabic language education in Nigeria need to advance in teaching and learning in order withstand the global competition and development. Arabic language and its literature should not only be taught for the purpose of understanding religion alone but to also give the learners’ sense of belonging in the labor market. Analytical method was used in carrying out the research
Effects of Graphic Organizers on Reading Comprehension of Pupils With Dyslexia in Primary Schools in Owerri, Imo State Nigeria
Get PDFDyslexia is a specific learning disability that is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition, by poor spelling and decoding abilities. A good number of pupils experience it. Therefore, intervention strategies are needed to ameliorate these challenges because of its effect on learners and their learning. This study examined the effects of graphic organizers on reading comprehension of pupils with dyslexia in primary schools in Owerri North Local Government Area of Imo State, Nigeria. Participants were 80 pupils with dyslexia selected through convenience sampling. Pretest-posttest quasi-experimental design was used for the study. Three hypothesis were tested using Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) and Multiple Classification Analysis (MCA). Results of data analysis shows that graphic organizer had significant main difference on reading comprehension of the participants (F-ratio = 85.329; p<.05) while gender had no significant main effect on reading comprehension of the participants (F-ratio = .344, p<.05). Significant interaction effect of graphic organizer on reading comprehension of the participants was also found (F-ratio = .305, p<.05). The need for workshop on the use of graphic organizer for teaching reading comprehension to pupils with dyslexia and the need to ensure gender balance should be considered while grouping pupils with dyslexia for graphic organizer were advocated
The Impact of AI from the Perspective of Multilingual Students
Get PDFIn a world marked by the rapid ascension of AI technology, the consequences of this transformation extend across industries. Automation is becoming more prevalent, and human-machine interactions are redefining job markets. This article delves into the influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the professional landscape, with a focus on the experiences of multilingual students. As AI technologies reach their zenith, traditional, labor-intensive sectors are adapting to the reality of AI-induced unemployment. The shift is most apparent in fields dependent on manual labor, such as construction, manufacturing, and electronics assembly. Industries that have thrived on repetitive, labor-intensive tasks are now transitioning to AI, replacing human workers with automated machines that offer precision, efficiency, and reduced operational risks. Consequently, we are witnessing the onset of an AI-induced unemployment wave that has far-reaching implications. Parallel to the automation of manual labor, language-related sectors are undergoing substantial changes. Translation, simultaneous interpretation, foreign language instruction, and editorial work are no exceptions. The meteoric rise of machine translation, fueled by advances in AI, has reshaped this landscape. Machine translation, evolving from rudimentary word-for-word conversion to a context-aware understanding of language nuances, is poised to challenge human translators. However, its capabilities remain concentrated in widely used languages, and challenges arise when translating less common or non-universal languages. The predicament of translating non-universal languages underscores the limitations of AI, demonstrating that it can provide invaluable assistance but may not replace the finesse of human language experts. This shift leaves multilingual students and language professionals in a unique position. They can add value by leveraging their deep understanding of languages, cultures, and contextual nuances. The skill of bridging linguistic and cultural gaps is becoming increasingly indispensable in international business, diplomacy, and cross-cultural communication. As the AI era advances, multilingual individuals must recognize the unique skills they possess in understanding emotional, cultural, and contextual subtleties. In an environment where AI excels at translating factual content but falls short in conveying the emotions of a letter, the nuances of a poem, or the cultural depth of a phrase, multilingual students and language professionals stand as indispensable figures
Modern War Technologies and Global Peace and Security
Get PDFAn attempt was made in this paper to reflect on the transformation of war from 18th-century military engagements on the battlefield to the use of modern technology where wars are fought in decentralized ways from land, air, and sea with devastating impact on peace. The study becomes necessary to unveil how the relics of war with its multiplier effects impact world peace. War is a violent conflict declared by two or more states over resources, occupation of territory, among others, with debilitating consequences on both human and material resources. In the study, three theoretical orientations were used for analysis. These include devil’s theory, realists, and the military-industrial complex. Historical analysis was employed as the incidents of wars were past events. The paper uses a qualitative method of data gathering. The findings of the paper revealed that peace is elusive where war is fought. Since people are vulnerable to hunger, diseases, decay infrastructure, among others, it was recommended that disarmament is the option among others if the world would enjoy peace
Case Analysis of Female Sculptors
Get PDFThe essence of women is their unique qualities, a manifestation of emotions that are ultimately embedded in the sculpture, influenced by different eras. Women’s nature has found extensive expression in sculpture, carrying its unique cultural value and historical significance. Sculpture art conveys emotions and conceptual meanings through formative expression. Throughout its development, many works by female sculptors have depicted the distinctive qualities and spirits of women. This analysis explores the strength of women’s emotions in female sculpture works. As a carrier of artistic expression, sculpture art conveys the artist’s ideological and spiritual aspects. Through the expression of self-awareness and self-worth, female artists highlight the spirit of women’s independence and empowerment, showcasing women’s self-awareness and social existence across various eras. This expression reflects their understanding and concern for reality and society, further conveying spiritual and emotional aspects to the audience. It reveals the multidimensionality and complexity of female strength in sculpture, providing deeper contemplation and understanding
Intergenerational Learning: A New Approach to Overcoming Participation Barriers in Education Among Older Adults: Based on the Perspective of “the Elderly and the Young”
Get PDFBased on an analysis of 734 samples from Hangzhou, it is found that older adults face numerous barriers to participation in education, including institutional barriers, situational barriers, intention barriers, and information barriers. The intergenerational gap in grandparent-grandchild caregiving is a significant factor affecting participation in education. As a new perspective for older adult education, intergenerational learning can break the traditional thinking of intergenerational caregiving, promote innovation in older adult education, explore new elderly care models, and achieve collaborative learning, mutual benefit, and lifelong learning. This paper explores the design concepts and practical models of intergenerational learning and, based on the perspective of “the Elderly and the Young”, actively addresses participation barriers in fields, such as concept reshaping, mechanism integration, resource provision, and institutional support. This is done to provide a reference for the construction and development of intergenerational learning models in China and respond to the new demands of active aging in the new era
Intégration identitaire chez des écrivains canadiens d’origine chinoise
Get PDFDepuis les années 1990, avec la publication d’un nombre croissant de collections de littérature sino-canadienne, les écrits littéraires sino-canadiens ont également ébloui. La littérature sino-canadienne est entrée dans une période de maturité, et les œuvres littéraires sino-canadiennes contemporaines l’ont largement dépassée en termes de sujets. La plupart des œuvres initiales expriment la morosité du contexte du départ de la patrie, la nostalgie de la patrie et la discrimination raciale rencontrée en terre étrangère, tandis que les écrivains sino-canadiens contemporains se trouve aussi dans le contexte de la collision et de la fusion des cultures orientale et occidentale, non seulement en contemplant les traditions de la culture orientale, mais aussi en n’oubliant pas de considérer les traditions de la culture occidentale. La littérature sino-canadienne a “réalisé une transcendance fulgurante” et obtenu de brillants résultats
The Threat of Corruption in the European Union’s Public Procurement Practices between 2010 and 2020
Get PDFThe public procurement market is very is large to influence citizenry and organisation in various sectors. It can be argued that public spending will remain to motivate stakeholders at all level be it national, local or region. Hence, this paper analysed the threats to public procurement in the European Union between 2010 and 2020. It used secondary data to present comparable information on the challenges of public procurement practices from the European Union Member States. The finding of the study revealed that the challenges of public procurement practices in the EU is multidimensional, hence, corruption remains threat hotspot in the public procurement cycle