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National self-consciousness and cultural resistance in Susan Abulhawa\u27s Against the Loveless World: A postcolonial study
Full text linkThe present study intends to examine national self-consciousness and cultural resistance in Susan Abulhawa\u27s Against the Loveless World (2020). It shows that the colonizers\u27 arrival in Palestine resulted in the deterioration of its culture and led to the subsequent oppression of its people. On the other hand, the current study shows that the selected novels serve as a means of keeping alive the memory of the Palestinians\u27 national self-consciousness in their struggle against colonial Zionism and a literary act that embodies cultural resistance. It also examines the rise of Palestinian characters to the status of national icons, which parallels the heroic history of the Palestinians and their ongoing struggle for independence. The theoretical analysis of this research is based on the work of postcolonial theorist Edward Said and is set within the context of Postcolonial theory. In addition, the research delves into additional aspects of postcolonial reading by demonstrating how the harsh and chaotic socioeconomic and political realities of colonial Palestine are counterproductive to the ideal national self-consciousness of the characters, as well as how the depressed , ambitious rural people of Palestine are heavily influenced by the tragic repercussions of war, becoming disillusioned and marginalized. It also observes the chosen works\u27 political-historical context as well as the characters\u27 realization of the current situation as they bear witness to the decline of their own country and their efforts to preserve their cultural legacy and identity. Ultimately, this study demonstrates that the cultural and identity crisis of colonial Palestine leads to growth in cultural resistance and national self-consciousness and allows characters to confront the leading edge of oppressive force
Perceived leader resource favoritism and employee energy-wasteful behaviors in tourism and hospitality organizations: The mediating role of resource competition anxiety and the moderating effect of sustainability policy clarity
Full text linkAs a part of these complex global sustainability challenges, this study aims to examine how leader resource favoritism (LRF) perception by employees attenuates energy-wasting behaviors through cognition and affect stereotypes at the destinations where tourism/hospitality business activities are conducted. It is inspired by the Conservation of Resources Theory and aims to explore the psychological mechanism of resource scarcity competition anxiety and sustainability policy clarity as a moderator. Research will be strategically aligned with Nationally important priorities for R&D&I in the Kingdom, such as long-term environment sustainability and energy efficiency, that are outlined under Vision 2030 and that contributes to UN Sustainable Development SDG Goal: 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), Goal: 8 (Decent Work),SDG Goal: 12 (Responsible Consumption) respectively. The sample consisted of 482, the data were collected in hotels and tour operators and food & beverage service Employees within Saudi Arabia using two-wave survey design. Hypotheses testing was carried out using partial least square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Results highlight the direct and indirect (through resource competition anxiety) influence of perceived leader resource favoritism on employee energy-wasteful behavior. Secondly, when it comes to policy commitment on sustainability, the positive chains are substantially lessened. These findings emphasize the significance of sustainable leadership and transparent communication with regard to environmental issues in order to decrease anxiety as well as prevent such waste of resources based on that anxiety, with practical implications elevating an organization’s sustainability, pursuant to Saudi Arabia’s national aspiration related to country greening/smart economy
Cultural and social dimensions of nurses’ awareness of sustainable healthcare practices in hospital settings: A humanistic perspective toward advancing SDG 3
Full text linkThis study examines the cultural and social dimensions shaping hospital nurses’ awareness of sustainable healthcare practice principles within the Saudi Arabian context, adopting a humanistic lens aligned with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being). Using a cross-sectional design, data were collected from 256 nurses (mean age = 38.12 years; 63.7% female; 56.6% holding a bachelor\u27s degree) representing diverse hospital environments. The psychometrically validated Nurses’ Awareness of Sustainable Healthcare Practice Principles Questionnaire (NASHPP-Q) assessed five domains: climate change knowledge, perceived links between nursing practice and the environment, barriers to implementation, education and training, and leadership and advocacy. Findings revealed moderate awareness of climate change impacts (M = 2.90), alongside low understanding of climate-smart healthcare strategies (M = 2.58). A notable theory–practice gap emerged, where high recognition of environmental stewardship values (M = 3.65) contrasted with limited application of waste-reduction practices (M = 3.09). Major structural and cultural barriers included time constraints (M = 4.28), limited institutional support (M = 4.01), and inadequate resource availability (M = 3.76). Only 28.5% of participants reported having received training related to sustainability. Socially, nurses expressed stronger trust in informal peer leadership networks (M = 3.96) than in formal sustainability committees (M = 2.23). These results underscore the need to integrate sustainability competencies into nursing education, redesign organizational workflows, and reinforce institutional support systems. Leveraging peer networks and addressing sociocultural barriers may enhance the adoption of sustainable healthcare practices, contributing to national and global progress toward SDG 3
The role of artificial intelligence in generating Arabic neologisms: A study of gaming localization
Full text linkThis study examines the use of Arabic neologisms in the Arab gaming community. It analyzes Personal Computer (PC) and console games such as Fortnite, Call of Duty, and Minecraft to shed light on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI). It focuses on introducing, promoting, and determining Arabized neologisms in gaming terminology. The study shows the nature and size of this linguistic transformation, as well as the types of word-formation processes which contribute to it. The data for this research were collected from two sources: (1) the responses of 400 school and university (undergraduate and postgraduate) students to a limited set of questions. (2) live and interactive conversational exchange with the gaming community. The study shows that gamers use these neologisms for practicality and convenience, accuracy and relevance, trendiness and internationalization, and the lack of equivalence in the Arabic language system. Further, the following processes, which mark the integration of neologisms into the Arabic language system, are identified namely, loan blends, syntactic changes, morpho-syntactic changes, phonemic changes, abbreviations, and clipping. This study aims to provide an understanding of how contemporary language, particularly in the AI gaming community, is modified and to serve as a template for future research
Metaphorical representations of political action and resistance in Kenyan newspaper headlines, 2024
Full text linkThis study investigates the use of metaphor in the construction of political and socio-economic discourse in Kenyan newspaper headlines published between January and December 2024. A corpus of over 600 headlines was drawn from The Daily Nation and The Standard. Three theories are used together: Critical Metaphor Analysis (CMA) by Charteris-Black (2004, 2011), Conceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT) by Lakoff & Johnson (1980, 2003), and Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) by Fairclough (1995, 2003) to establish how metaphors framed government action, leadership, crisis, leadership, and citizen unrest. The findings reveal dominant metaphorical framings of politics as war, governance as illness, the economy as a burden, and protest as a natural force or bodily disruption. These metaphors contribute to the ideological positioning of actors, shape public perceptions, and reinforce elite centred narratives. In this paper, I argue that metaphor in headline discourse functions as a key ideological resource in the reproduction of political hegemony within Kenya’s contested media space. Importantly, the study demonstrates the value of the intergrating CMT, CMA and CDA approach t unpack the ideological dimensions of media metaphor thus offering new insights into how hegemonic discourses are constructed and how they are contested in the Kenyan public discourse
Learner identity and classroom dynamics: A critical study in ESL contexts
Full text linkThe interplay between learner identity and classroom dynamics plays a pivotal role in shaping the outcomes of English as a Second Language (ESL) education. The study investigates how socio-economic factors influence language learning outcomes, the impact of classroom dynamics on student engagement and language acquisition, and the effectiveness of pedagogical strategies that promote inclusive education. A mixed-methods approach was utilized to analyze data from diverse educational settings, including urban and regional schools. The findings reveal a significant correlation between learner identity and ESL performance, with socio-economic background playing a crucial role. Classroom dynamics, including peer interactions and teacher awareness, were found to substantially affect student engagement and language acquisition. Furthermore, the implementation of inclusive pedagogical strategies was shown to enhance learner identity and overall language proficiency. These insights contribute to a deeper understanding of the factors that shape ESL learning environments and offer practical recommendations for educators and policymakers to foster a more inclusive and effective language learning experienc
Comparative analysis of video-augmented and traditional training methods in developing interpreter skills across multilingual contexts
Full text linkThe research examines the impact of video-based training on improving interpreting skills compared to the traditional method. The research population consisted of 20 students enrolled in the Simultaneous and Consecutive Interpreting Course 1 at Applied Science Private University, divided into two groups: one undergoing video-based training and the other undergoing traditional training. The participants\u27 interpreting competencies were measured using pretests and post-tests that quantified key competencies in accuracy, terminology use, fluency of delivery, and cultural competency. This study prioritized the importance of real-life interpreting contexts, such as medical, legal, conference, and community settings, in which video-enhanced instruction provided real-life, experiential learning opportunities. The findings indicated that the video-augmented training group showed significant improvements on all dimensions compared to the control group, which received conventional training. Even the survey remarks corroborated that video-augmented training was perceived to be more realistic, applicable, and interactive than traditional training. The findings confirm that video-augmented training is superior to conventional training in enhancing interpreting skills, as it creates a more realistic and engaging learning environment. The findings suggest that incorporating video-based teaching approaches into interpreting training curricula may effectively prepare students for real-life interpreting assignments
Parental strategies in instilling Islamic values in children: A case study
Full text linkThis study explored the strategies employed by parents in Kedurang, Bengkulu Province, to instill Islamic values in their children. Using a qualitative case study approach, the research involved in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis with twelve informants consisting of seven parents and five children. Findings reveal that parents utilized various approaches, including ritual practices, storytelling, ethical guidance, habit formation, and role modeling to embed Islamic teachings into daily life. The research underscores the central role of parents as informal educators, highlighting their adaptive strategies in balancing traditional religious values with contemporary challenges. Children responded positively, expressing joy and engagement in religious activities, often reinforced through familial support and social interaction. This study contributes to the growing discourse on moral education by emphasizing the significance of family-based religious upbringing, especially in rural contexts with limited access to formal religious institutions.
Transmission of knowledge from Mā Warā\u27 Al-Nahr to Nusantara: The central Asia Ulama network and its influence on Islamic intellectual traditions in the Malay archipelago - 18th-19th century
Full text linkThis study examines the transmission of Islamic knowledge from Central Asia (Mā Warā’ al-Nahr) to the Malay Archipelago (Nusantara), focusing on the role of Central Asia’s ulama networks in shaping Islamic intellectual traditions from the 18th to 19th centuries. Challenging dominant narratives that prioritize the Arab-Haramayn axis, the research repositions Central Asia as a critical yet understudied contributor to Southeast Asia’s Islamic thought. Using socio-intellectual historical analysis, the paper reconstructs scholarly linkages through primary sources such as ijazah (teaching certificates), travelogues, and manuscripts by Nusantara scholars like Nawawi al-Bantani, Abdussamad al-Palimbani, and Yusuf al-Makassari. Findings reveal that Central Asia influence—mediated through Haramayn scholars—permeated Sufism (notably the Naqshbandiyya order), theology (Maturidi rationalism), and jurisprudence, institutionalized via pesantren curricula and kitab kuning (classical texts). The study identifies three transmission mechanisms: pedagogical certification, textual trade networks, and institutional adaptations of Bukharan educational models. Key results demonstrate how Central Asian ideas were localized, such as the synthesis of Samarqandi catechisms into Malay-Javanese contexts. By highlighting Persianate intellectual currents and non-Arab networks, the research complicates homogenized accounts of Islamization, emphasizing Nusantara’s adaptive agency in transregional knowledge exchange
Literature in the digital age: An investigation of technological influences
Full text linkDigitalization has created new opportunities for various industries, including the literary industry. Different trends are gradually impacting the book industry, from the readers\u27 choice to the mode of publishing. Among these trends, the most significant one, which has been neglected as a study topic in recent cases, is the change in writing styles and the invisible fusion of different subgenres, regardless of their main ideas. This study has focused on developing an understanding of the changes in perspectives from both writers and readers regarding e-books compared to traditional printed books. Based on the analysis, a methodological approach for conducting a secondary qualitative review of literature depending on the systematic review mechanism is used; numerous studies published in Google Scholar regarding the same topic between 2020 and the current year are evaluated, and 15 such studies have been chosen for analysis. Their thorough study has raised the view that the emergence of self-publishing and the invisible fusion of subgenres such as science fiction with thriller and love stories are not diminishing the popularity of printed books, but rather, e-books are becoming increasingly prevalent alongside them