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Transacting the Modern in the Works of Segun Aiyesan, a Self-Taught Nigerian Artist
Get PDFDespite the embodied presence of self-taught art in Nigeria’s contemporary art space, the contributions made by self-taught artists in advancing the modernist landscape of contemporary art in Nigeria have remained largely understudied. Employing historiography and stylistic analyses, this article examines the modernist affirmations in the art of Segun Aiyesan, a self-taught Nigerian artist. It traces his artistic development as well as the various factors that influenced and shaped the modernist sensibilities evident in his art. Situating the discourse within the idiosyncrasies of Nigerian and Western art traditions, the study highlights how Aiyesan’s eclectic and experimental approach to art, in conjunction with his effectual application of artistic talent and imagination, enabled him to transact his own brand of modernism, and how its stylistic and aesthetic registers offer a deeper understanding of the multifarious landscape of modern Nigerian art. Key attributes that frame Aiyesan’s art practice include the use of unconventional painting formats, multiple engagements of a particular subject matter using diverse compositional frameworks, and the continuous re-appraisal and re-invention of formal language. Thus, his art is very dynamic, expressive and constantly evolving
WOMEN AND ILLEGAL DRUG USE IN ZIMBABWE: CAUSES AND EFFECTS
Get PDFIllegal drug and substance use has lately become an enormous social problem in this modern era of globalization, being prevalent in both developed and developing countries. Illegal drug use has been treated as a masculine phenomenon while the lived experiences of women who use drugs were swept under the carpet. This article uses a mixed-methods research approach to explore the causes and effects of illegal drug use among women in Zimbabwe. A total of 180 respondents were sampled using simple random methods from two provinces, Harare and Mutare. In addition to 180 women who used drugs, ten key informants were purposively sampled for in-depth interviews. A number of determinants were established that push women into illegal drug use activities. These include poverty, unemployment, peer pressure and commercial sexual transactions. The study established that women who use drugs are exposed to various harmful practices after intoxication. There were reported cases of violence, exposure to sexually transmitted diseases, family and health neglect among other effects. The article concludes by suggesting a number of recommendations in order to reduce the incidences of drug and substance use by women
CREATING FAVOURABLE CONDITIONS FOR THE GROWTH OF THE IDU MISHMI LANGUAGE OF ARUNACHAL PRADESH
Get PDFIdu Mishmi language is considered a definitely endangered language according to the records of the UNESCO ‘Atlas of the World’s Languages in Danger’, (2009). Therefore, effective efforts are necessary to preserve the language which is the main source of culture, identity and the mainstay of the Idu Mishmi people of Arunachal Pradesh. Languages are dying every day and the efforts to save them are made by various societies in different ways. Referring to the initiatives and measures taken to stop the language death that are globally practised, some practices which can be used for the Idu Mishmi language are discussed here. The options for the Idu Mishmi speakers to use some such methods for the growth of the Idu Mishmi language form an important discussion in the present paper
Student’s Challenges and Coping Strategies on Self-directed Modular Distance Learning: Input for Implementation Review
Get PDFThe sudden transformation of learning modality had a remarkable impact on education. Teachers and students have been facing challenges in adopting the changes in the system. Thus, the study aimed to explore students' challenges in implementing the self-directed modular learning modality. The study employed the quantitative and qualitative mixed method of research and thematic analysis technique. The study found that secondary students encountered challenges in implementing the modular modality, such as lack of access to modern technology, module content issues, family and financial matters, time management, communication with the teacher, and the teachers' unclear instruction. Thus, financial support (e.g., food, school supplies, and monetary assistance) will be extended to students to lessen stress, anxiety, and depression. The government will allocate a sufficient budget for internet connection, bending machines, and computer sets. Training and programs in line with the technical skills enhancement of the students and parents will be taken into consideration, and the JRMSU College of Education must facilitate this as an extension program
Students Attitudes and Perceptions Toward Using Google Translate at Ghor Institute of Higher Education
Get PDFThe easiest and most accessible way for learners to meet their translation needs is by using Google Translate. Machine translation is now an integral part of learning a foreign language, particularly Google Translate (GT), which has influenced EFL learning as an online dictionary. It is used to translate from the source language to the target language. It is widely used by Afghan second-language learners today for translating between English and Farsi languages. The purpose of the present study was to explore students’ attitudes and perceptions toward using Google Translate in EFL classes at the Ghor Institute of Higher Education. The data for this study were collected using a five-point Likert questionnaire and interviews with 145 English-major university students at the English Department and were analyzed both qualitatively and quantitatively. After analyzing the data, the results indicated that almost all of the participants reported using GT. The three most frequent uses of GT were to look up the meanings of unfamiliar words and to translate sentences from English to Farsi and vice versa, while translating paragraphs and articles (discourse level) was the least frequent. The results also showed that a majority of the population frequently used GT in their classes, and less than half said they used it sometimes, but the rest stated they used it always and rarely, with a very small percentage admitting they never utilized it. All in all, most of the students expressed a high level of positive attitudes toward using GT as a language learning tool in EFL classrooms. It is expected that GT will be better utilized in the future after knowing students’ perceptions and attitudes toward using it; that is, it may assist lecturers and educational practitioners in making informed decisions about its utilization in the classroom
Analysis of compound nouns containing the word "Alp" in Mahmud Kāshgarī's Dīwān Lughāt al-Turk
Get PDFDīwān Lughāt al-Turk by Mahmud Kāshgarī is a significant work in the study of linguistics and literary works from the 11th century AD. It covers cultural, social, political, geographical subjects, and the use of compound words such as "Alp" is prevalent throughout the book. The work is considered unique among the Turk nation from a scientific, historical, and linguistic point of view. The Kāshgarī's linguistic view, the introduction of words, grammatical rules, and phonetic features of Turkic languages are examined in this book. The work was written during the reign of the Khaqani Turks, and it reflects the use of specific old Turkish nouns by members of the nobility. For example, each member of the nobility had old Turkish nouns like: Tegin çağr, Tegin küç, Qutluğ Tegin, Tegin kömüş, Tuğ Tegin, börı Tegin, Toŋa Tegin, Arsalan Tegin, tuğrul Tegin, Yenal Tegin, Qara Tegin. The Khaqan kings also used the word "Öge(üke) Tegit" to refer to their youngest children and individuals removed from their positions. The book analyzes the structure of compound nouns with the word "Alp", such as "Alp Aya", "Alp Er Toŋa”, "AlpAağut", and "AlpTegin", using the library method. The semantic and formal features of these compound nouns are also examined, drawing on reliable scientific sources and data from Dīwān Lughāt al-Turk. Overall, this research provides a detailed examination of the linguistic and historical significance of Dīwān Lughāt al-Turk
Challenging Issues in Rural Secondary Education
Get PDFRural secondary student incapacity to access the Senior High School program became a perennial problem in Katipunan, Zamboanga del Norte. That is why getting a decent education is not possible for them. Thus, the study aimed to determine the challenging issues in rural secondary education in the selected Barangays of Katipunan Zamboanga del Norte. The quantitative research method was used with the help of the survey questionnaire to gather the data. The study revealed that the majority of the respondents were from rural areas. Poverty was the leading problem that the respondents faced. Thus, it is strongly recommended that government must provide senior high school programs near their locality and provide necessary subsidies such as food, school supplies, medicine, and clothing so the students not to become hesitant about going to school
Reflections on Language Teaching at Tertiary Level
Get PDF“No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man.”
Heraclitus
The article provides insights into the current situation in English Language Teaching (ELT) at the tertiary level in a non-linguistic higher education institution in Bulgaria. It also represents some significant research findings on the topic. Moreover, it may raise the awareness of language education specialists and teacher trainers about the need for teacher training courses aiming at facilitating the implementation of the advances in the field of language teaching. It is expected that it may also appeal to university language teachers to maintain their lifelong learning habits and keep up with the advances in the field
A Comparative Structuralist Analysis of Two Igbo folktales
Get PDFThe paper attempts a comparative structuralist analysis of two Igbo folktales. The primary aim of the research is to examine the adherence of Igbo folklore to linear structure of Propp’s structure of Russian folklore. In particular, it analyses the functions found in the two Igbo folktales selected for the study to find out if all the thirty-one functions proposed by Propp could be found in each of the folktales. It also makes a comparative analysis of the two tales. The study is premised on the Proppian model. Descriptive method is used in analysing the functions identified in the two Igbo folktales. The study’s discoveries indicate that both the Igbo folktales comply with Propp model’s sequential arrangement. It was also found in the study that thirty-one functions cannot be anticipated to transpire in a story since their occurrence relies on the story’s context. The study further identifies reward/punishment model as one of the striking structural pattern of Igbo folktale
Electronic Media and Indian Culture in Mauritius for a better living: A Case of Aaj ke Jawan
Get PDFMauritius' mass media is limited due to its small population (estimated to be 1,288,000 in 2008). Nevertheless, Mauritius has a strong economy and many major media outlets, including print newspapers, radio and television channels. Mauritian media reflects the democratic and pluralistic traditions of Mauritius society. Between 1834 and 1920, half-a-million indentured immigrants, labourers and their families arrived in Mauritius, with 97% of the immigrants coming from India. India and Mauritius have always been culturally alike and the African nation continues to thrive and preserve the Indian Culture today. Every aspect of our social, political, and cultural lives is affected by the media landscape. This research examines and finds that it is critical that we understand electronic media and the Indian Culture in Mauritius for a better living. A content analysis of selected 4 MBC television programs of Aaj ke Jawan was conducted which led to a narrative approach of analysis. Also, the research provides leeway to describe and analyse concepts, themes and ideas of each program. The results indicated that Electronic Media is still the best resource for learning about the past and present Indian Culture for the best living