Journal of Literature and Arts Research
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description: Journal of Literature and Arts Research (J. Lit. Arts Res.) is a peer-reviewed academic journal that explores the diverse dimensions of literature and the arts. The journal publishes original research, critical analyses, and theoretical discussions on topics such as literary studies, visual arts, performing arts, cultural theory, and creative writing. By fostering interdisciplinary dialogue, the journal aims to advance knowledge and understanding of artistic expressions and their cultural, social, and historical contexts.
publisher: George Brown Press
language: en
publication name: Journal of Literature and Arts Research
issn: 3078-7661
items: Reconstructing the Toy Attributes and Branding of Huaiyang Mud Dog--From Folk Ritual Object to Modern Toy Brand Construction
items: Exploring Consumers' Perceptions of Integration of Graphic Design Elements in Installation Art Within Major Shopping Malls: A Multidimensional Analysis
items: Non-traditional Narrative in Yu Dafu's "Sinking" from an Existentialist Perspective
items: From Gracefulness to Power: The Transformation of Female Images in Contemporary Chinese Dance
items: Research on Personalized Customized Design of Museum Cultural and Creative Products from the Perspective of Visual Communication Design
items: Color Application and Expression in Film Scenes: A Case Study of "12 Monkeys"
items: Integration and Development of Culture and Aesthetics in Modern Product Design
items: Exploring Women's Urban Narratives in Contemporary Asian Fiction
items: On the Formation of Li He's View of Life and Death and Its Influence on His Poetic Style
items: The Mandate of Heaven: Dynastic Stability and Cultural Ideals in Chinese History
items: A Comparative Study of the Chinese Classifier "ZHI" and the Vietnamese Classifier "CON"
items: The Logic of Legalism in a Society of Desire: Profit and Tactics in Jin Ping Mei
items: The Evolution of Ballet Pedagogy: A Study of Traditional and Contemporary Approaches
items: A Study of Imparities between Chinese Painting and Western Painting from Perspectives of Arts and Cultures
items: Micro Cough without Cough: A Study on the Vocal Sound Training of Micro Fibrillation of Ngu
items: Eastern Rhythmic Foot and Western Colors: The Cross-Cultural Practice of Chinese Pentatonic Scales in Impressionist Music
items: Disseminating Excellent Chinese Traditional Culture via Foreign Language Short Videos: A Case Study of Escape from the British Museum
items: The Modern American Family in The Easter Parade
items: A Bidirectional Model of Music Teaching Based on the Big Five Personality Traits and Self-Determination Theory
items: Visual Representation of Traditional Chinese Auspicious Beasts in Commercial Advertising Art
items: On the Historical Narrative and Satirical Language in “Wichita Vortex Sutra” by Allen Ginsberg
items: Hatching a “Feathered Nezha”: Student-Driven Strategies for Branding the Yellow Sea Wetlands through English Expertise
items: The Interplay of Dance and Cultural Identity: Preservation and Inheritance of Local Dance in the Context of Globalization
items: The Analysis of Listening Teaching in Chinese English Major’s Viewing, Listening and Speaking Textbook: Base on Communicative Competence
items: Metaphor and Awakening: The Characteristics of Modernity and the Meaning of Modernity in Huang Xiuqiu
items: Digital Revival of Cultural Heritage: Synergies between Traditional Architecture and Video Games
items: The Construction of American National Identity in Cooper's Spy, a Revolutionary Historical Novel
items: The Inheritance, Development and Protection of Manchu Folk Decorative Pattern Designs in China -- A comprehensive study Based on Qualitative and Quantitative Research
items: The Auction Status of East Asian Artworks in Modern America
items: Optimization Strategies for Industrial Heritage Landscape Design in Zhengzhou

Reconstructing the Toy Attributes and Branding of Huaiyang Mud Dog--From Folk Ritual Object to Modern Toy Brand Construction
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description: Huaiyang Mud Dog is a representative folk intangible cultural heritage clay sculpture originating from the Ren Zu Hui at Taihao Mausoleum in Huaiyang, Henan Province. It possesses both the function of primitive totem worship and the attributes of folk children's toys, earning it the reputation of being a "true totem and living fossil." Existing academic research primarily focuses on historical origins, plastic arts, cultural symbols, folk beliefs, and the current state of inheritance, generally lacking a systematic exploration from the dual perspectives of modern toy studies and brand management. Against the backdrop of the rise of "Guochao" consumption, the popularization of children's intangible cultural heritage education, and the marketization of cultural tourism and creative products, Huaiyang Mud Dog faces practical dilemmas such as ambiguous toy functions, insufficient child suitability, non-standardized products, absence of brand positioning, low intellectual property development, and singular market channels. This paper takes toy attributes and brand construction as the core entry point, systematically sorting out the core gaps in current Huaiyang Mud Dog research concerning toy function pedigree, child safety and experience, product standardization, brand positioning, intellectual property operation, channel communication, and marketization mechanisms. Combining field observations and intangible cultural heritage activation practices, it proposes pathways and strategies for the transformation of Huaiyang Mud Dog from a "folk ritual object from temple fairs" to a "modern intangible cultural heritage toy brand." This provides theoretical references and practical insights for the living inheritance, child-friendly transformation, and brand-oriented operation of folk clay sculpture intangible cultural heritage.
subject: Article
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subject: Huaiyang Mud Dog
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subject: Folk Toys
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subject: Intangible Cultural Heritage Activation
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subject: Toy Attributes
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subject: Branding
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subject: Intellectual Property Construction
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subject: Child-Friendly
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creator: Jing Li
creator: Nurul Azlen binti Hanifah
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Jing Li, Nurul Azlen binti Hanifah (Author)
date: 2026-03-21
publication date: 2026-03-21
starting page: 10
ending page: 20
doi: 10.71222/0kftzy78

Exploring Consumers' Perceptions of Integration of Graphic Design Elements in Installation Art Within Major Shopping Malls: A Multidimensional Analysis
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description: This study explores how consumers perceive the integration of graphic design elements within installation art displayed in major shopping malls. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research examines the relationship between graphic design components (colour scheme, typography, and visual motifs) and installation art features (site-specificity, temporal nature, and conceptual focus) and their impact on overall viewer experience through consumer engagement as a mediating factor. The quantitative phase employed structural equation modelling with data collected from mall visitors, while the qualitative phase included interviews to gain deeper insights into consumer perceptions. Key graphic design elements were analysed for their effectiveness in enhancing the aesthetic and communicative value of installation artworks within commercial retail environments. Results indicate significant relationships between specific graphic design elements and viewer engagement, with consumer engagement as a crucial mediator in determining overall experience quality. The study reveals that well-integrated graphic design components can enhance the cultural value and commercial appeal of installation art in shopping malls, creating more meaningful connections between art, space, and audience. The research contributes to graphic design and installation art theory by providing empirical evidence of how design elements function within commercial artistic spaces. Practical implications include recommendations for artists, designers, and mall developers on optimizing the integration of graphic design elements to improve visitor experience and cultural enrichment in retail environments.
subject: Article
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subject: Installation art
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subject: graphic design
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subject: consumer engagement
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subject: shopping malls
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subject: viewer experience
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subject: mixed-methods research
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creator: Mei Yang
creator: Penghao Xu
creator: Ahmadrashidi Hasan
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Mei Yang, Penghao Xu, Ahmadrashidi Hasan (Author)
date: 2026-01-26
publication date: 2026-01-26
starting page: 1
ending page: 9
doi: 10.71222/n185nj86

Non-traditional Narrative in Yu Dafu's "Sinking" from an Existentialist Perspective
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description: Yu Dafu rose to fame in the literary world through his bold self-exposure in narration. His masterpiece, Sinking, possesses both the individualism of the Japanese "I-novel" (Shishōsetsu) and intense patriotic enthusiasm. Since its publication, Yu Dafu's fiction has been the subject of constant controversy. Experts at home and abroad have attempted to interpret it from various perspectives, such as narrative artistic features, narrative techniques, and the influence of foreign writers' trends of thought, achieving significant results. However, there is a scarcity of research in the academic community that attempts to analyze Yu Dafu's fiction from the angle of the writer's creative philosophy, representing a missing perspective in literary criticism. This paper attempts to cut in from an existentialist perspective, using Sinking as an example to re-interpret Yu Dafu's fiction. Switching the philosophical perspective not only helps the academic community better interpret his works but is also of great assistance in understanding and grasping the author's inner world, which is conducive to analyzing his unique creative thoughts.
subject: Article
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subject: Yu Dafu
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subject: Chinese literature
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subject: narratology
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subject: existentialism
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subject: May Fourth Movement literature
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creator: Jincheng Chen
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Jincheng Chen (Author)
date: 2025-12-24
publication date: 2025-12-24
starting page: 87
ending page: 92
doi: 10.71222/ythxgw36

From Gracefulness to Power: The Transformation of Female Images in Contemporary Chinese Dance
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description: This paper explores the transformation of female imagery in contemporary Chinese dance, tracing the evolution from traditional ideals of "gracefulness" to modern expressions of "power." Drawing on cultural, historical, and aesthetic perspectives, the study reveals how changing social ideologies, feminist discourse, and globalization have collectively reshaped the representation of femininity on stage. In traditional contexts, the female body was associated with softness, harmony, and moral restraint-an embodiment of Confucian values and patriarchal aesthetics. However, as women's social roles expanded and cultural awareness deepened, the female dancer began to emerge as an active creator and interpreter of meaning rather than a passive object of beauty. Through choreographic innovation, symbolic reconstruction, and emotional authenticity, contemporary Chinese dance has developed a new aesthetic paradigm that celebrates female strength, autonomy, and creativity. This transformation not only marks an artistic evolution but also mirrors the broader process of gender awakening and cultural modernization in Chinese society.
subject: Article
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subject: Chinese dance
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subject: female imagery
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subject: gracefulness
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subject: power
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subject: aesthetic transformation
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subject: feminism
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subject: cultural identity
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creator: Kaidi Huang
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Kaidi Huang (Author)
date: 2025-11-11
publication date: 2025-11-11
starting page: 77
ending page: 86
doi: 10.71222/pbb4zj52

Research on Personalized Customized Design of Museum Cultural and Creative Products from the Perspective of Visual Communication Design
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description: Amid the convergence of upgraded cultural consumption and digital technology, the museum cultural and creative industry is entering a pivotal phase of transformation, shifting from the production of homogeneous products toward the provision of personalized experiences. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, the transition from traditional mass production to personalized customization has become an inevitable trend. This study emphasizes the central role and value of visual communication design in facilitating this transformation. It defines the conceptual framework of personalized customized design, explores its multifaceted significance for users, museums, and the design discipline, and systematically constructs an implementation approach grounded in visual communication design methodology. Finally, it envisions future development directions, aiming to offer both theoretical insights and practical paradigms to support the high-quality and sustainable development of museum cultural and creative products.
subject: Article
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subject: visual communication design
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subject: museum cultural and creative products
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subject: personalized customization
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subject: user experience
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subject: cultural dissemination
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creator: Xinzhong Ma
creator: Husaini Bin Yaacob
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Xinzhong Ma, Husaini Bin Yaacob (Author)
date: 2025-10-05
publication date: 2025-10-05
starting page: 68
ending page: 76
doi: 10.71222/7r9yxh65

Color Application and Expression in Film Scenes: A Case Study of "12 Monkeys"
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description: Color serves as a fundamental compositional element in cinematic visual presentation, offering significant analytical and referential value. This study examines Terry Gilliam's "12 Monkeys" (1995) from design and visual arts perspectives, employing comprehensive analytical methods including literature review, image analysis, and interdisciplinary research. The research investigates color construction within film scenic spaces, analyzing the ritualized presentation and function of color, with particular focus on color's expressive, metaphorical, symbolic, and semiotic dimensions. The study extracts the application system and construction methods of color in film scenic spaces, providing theoretical guidance and reference for personal graduation projects while enhancing the development of color systems within worldview frameworks.
subject: Article
  topic: section
subject: film production design
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subject: cinematic color
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subject: color representation
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creator: Jiaqiu Wang
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Jiaqiu Wang (Author)
date: 2025-09-02
publication date: 2025-09-02
starting page: 61
ending page: 67
doi: 10.71222/y7vbj331

Integration and Development of Culture and Aesthetics in Modern Product Design
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description: In recent years, modern product design has increasingly emphasized the integration of cultural elements and aesthetic principles to enhance user experience and product desirability. This review systematically examines existing literature on the convergence of culture and aesthetics in product design across diverse domains, including consumer electronics, household goods, and fashion accessories. It highlights how cultural values, traditions, and symbolic meanings influence design choices, while aesthetic considerations shape sensory appeal, emotional engagement, and brand perception. By synthesizing theoretical frameworks, empirical studies, and practical applications, the review identifies key strategies for culturally aware and aesthetically coherent design, as well as gaps in current research, particularly regarding cross-cultural adaptation and long-term user engagement. The findings offer valuable insights for designers seeking to create products that are not only functional but also culturally resonant and visually compelling.
subject: Article
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subject: modern product design
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subject: aesthetics
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subject: cultural integration
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subject: user experience
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subject: cross-cultural design
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creator: Xinyi Zhang
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Xinyi Zhang (Author)
date: 2025-08-26
publication date: 2025-08-26
starting page: 52
ending page: 60
doi: 10.71222/2s3st454

Exploring Women's Urban Narratives in Contemporary Asian Fiction
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description: The rapid urbanization of Asia has transformed its cultural and social landscapes, creating complex narratives that reflect the tensions between tradition and modernity. Contemporary Asian fiction increasingly foregrounds women's perspectives to interrogate these changes, offering nuanced depictions of gendered experiences in urban environments. This study examines how female authors from East and Southeast Asia articulate the intersections of gender, space, and identity in their literary works, addressing gaps in existing scholarship that often marginalizes women's voices in urban literary discourse. Through close readings of selected novels published between 2000 and 2024, including Cho Nam-Joo's Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 and Duanwad Pimwana's Bright, the analysis highlights recurring themes of alienation, economic survival, and resistance. Employing feminist urban theory and postcolonial frameworks, the paper identifies narrative strategies, such as minimalist prose and magical realism, that subvert patriarchal spatial hierarchies. The findings reveal how these texts reconfigure urban spaces as sites of both oppression and agency, challenging monolithic portrayals of Asian cities. By centering women's narratives, the research contributes to broader conversations about gendered mobility, labor inequities, and literary activism in postcolonial contexts. The study underscores fiction's role in advocating for inclusive urban futures while calling for further intersectional analyses of class, migration, and sexuality in regional literatures.
subject: Article
  topic: section
subject: urban narratives
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subject: Asian fiction
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subject: gender and space
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subject: feminist literary analysis
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subject: postcolonial cities
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creator: Siyang Xue
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Siyang Xue (Author)
date: 2025-08-05
publication date: 2025-08-05
starting page: 41
ending page: 51
doi: 10.71222/n2bd8z46

On the Formation of Li He's View of Life and Death and Its Influence on His Poetic Style
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description: Li He, a poet of the Middle Tang Dynasty, was posthumously dubbed the "Poet Demon". His poetry often revolves around the symbolic themes of immortals and ghosts, reflecting a departure from mundane concerns to explore metaphysical and existential questions. His verses are characterized by their lush and eerie imagery, with frequent use of cold, ominous terms such as "blood", "tears", "ghosts", and "death". Through such imagery, Li He confronts the mysteries of existence, expressing his reflections on life and death during his brief lifetime, as well as his insights into humanity and the self. As the "Poet of Ghosts", he does not fear the supernatural but instead reveres the mysterious aspects of himself that remain unexplored. Analyzing Li He's poetry reveals the nascent seeds of self-awareness and independent personality among Middle Tang poets, and highlights the allure of the "self".
subject: Article
  topic: section
subject: Li He
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subject: view on life and death
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subject: ghost and deity imagery
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subject: personality awakening
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creator: Yuhao Gao
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Yuhao Gao (Author)
date: 2025-07-09
publication date: 2025-07-09
starting page: 31
ending page: 40
doi: 10.71222/zz9b4p17

The Mandate of Heaven: Dynastic Stability and Cultural Ideals in Chinese History
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description: The Mandate of Heaven, first introduced during the Zhou dynasty by Ji Fa (Zhou Wuwang), was a political and philosophical framework used to justify imperial rule in ancient China. It emphasized the moral responsibility of emperors to govern with wisdom, compassion, and justice. Drawing on historical records such as Shiji by Sima Qian, Han Shu by Ban Gu, and Hou Han Shu by Fan Ye, this article explores how the Mandate of Heaven contributed to China's social, political, and economic stability. Socially, it promoted respect for education and moral governance; politically, it served as a constitutional-like constraint on rulers, demanding virtue and accountability; economically, it encouraged fair taxation, economic growth, and protection of the people's livelihood. The Mandate of Heaven, therefore, not only served as a divine justification for leadership but also functioned as a foundational principle for good governance and sustainable development — lessons still relevant in modern contexts.
subject: Article
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subject: Mandate of Heaven
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subject: political philosophy
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subject: social stability
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subject: economic management
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subject: ancient China
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creator: Gaoyu Zhao
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Gaoyu Zhao (Author)
date: 2025-06-10
publication date: 2025-06-10
starting page: 26
ending page: 30
doi: 10.71222/vkdbc984

A Comparative Study of the Chinese Classifier "ZHI" and the Vietnamese Classifier "CON"
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description: The Chinese classifier "ZHI" and the Vietnamese classifier "CON" are both quantifiers that denote units of objects. These two classifiers share several similarities, such as their frequent use with animal nouns and their formation of "number + classifier + noun" structures. Due to their resemblance, Vietnamese learners often encounter difficulties and make various errors when learning the Chinese classifier "ZHI". These errors result not only from native language interference but also from the inherent complexity of the classifier "ZHI" itself. This paper conducts a comparative analysis of these two classifiers. Although the Chinese classifier "ZHI" and the Vietnamese classifier "CON" have many similarities, each exhibit unique grammatical, semantic, and usage characteristics. This study aims to identify the similarities and differences between the two classifiers in terms of grammar, semantics, and application, thereby contributing to better understanding and instruction of Chinese classifiers for Vietnamese learners.
subject: Article
  topic: section
subject: Chinese classifier
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subject: Vietnamese classifier
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subject: ZHI
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subject: CON
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subject: contrastive linguistics
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subject: syntax
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creator: Nguyen Thi Hai Yen
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Nguyen Thi Hai Yen (Author)
date: 2025-05-20
publication date: 2025-05-20
starting page: 20
ending page: 25
doi: 10.71222/m9vdrh60

The Logic of Legalism in a Society of Desire: Profit and Tactics in Jin Ping Mei
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description: This article explores Jin Ping Mei through the lens of Han Feizi's Legalist philosophy, arguing that the novel presents a literary embodiment of a society governed by profit (li) and tactics (shu). As Confucian ethics recede, a Legalist logic dominates both domestic and public life, exemplified by Ximen Qing's manipulation of power, relationships, and law. Drawing on Han Feizi's triad of fa (law), shu (tactics), and shi (power), the study shows how these tools of governance are corrupted through their application in a secular, tactical society. The collapse of Ximen's network reveals the internal instability of Legalist order when stripped of ethical restraint. Rather than offering moral resolution, Jin Ping Mei functions as a critical reflection on the cost of rule by strategy alone. The article contributes to cross-disciplinary discourse on Chinese political thought, literature, and the crisis of moral order.
subject: Article
  topic: section
subject: Legalism
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subject: Jin Ping Mei
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subject: Han Feizi
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creator: Xuefeng Tang
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Xuefeng Tang (Author)
date: 2025-05-08
publication date: 2025-05-08
starting page: 11
ending page: 19
doi: 10.71222/3pqnw207

The Evolution of Ballet Pedagogy: A Study of Traditional and Contemporary Approaches
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description: Ballet pedagogy has evolved significantly over the centuries, with traditional teaching methods focused on strict technical mastery and contemporary approaches emphasizing creativity, individuality, and holistic development. This paper explores the key differences between traditional and modern ballet teaching methodologies, examining their implications for dance education and the training of future professional dancers. A comparative analysis highlights the shifting teacher-student dynamics, assessment strategies, and the impact of technological innovations such as AI in ballet training. The paper discusses the challenges faced by educators in balancing tradition with innovation and offers recommendations for integrating modern pedagogical tools without compromising classical techniques. Additionally, the paper investigates the global influence on ballet pedagogy, emphasizing the importance of cultural exchange and inclusivity in shaping the future of ballet education. The study concludes with reflections on the potential of technology and the importance of continued teacher development to address the evolving needs of ballet students.
subject: Article
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subject: ballet pedagogy
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subject: traditional teaching methods
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subject: contemporary teaching methods
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subject: teacher-student dynamics
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subject: creative pedagogy
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subject: technology in ballet
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creator: Lei Yang
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Lei Yang (Author)
date: 2025-04-21
publication date: 2025-04-21
starting page: 1
ending page: 10
doi: 10.71222/2nw5qw82

A Study of Imparities between Chinese Painting and Western Painting from Perspectives of Arts and Cultures
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description: In the context of global art history, Chinese and Western painting have developed as two of the most influential artistic traditions, shaped by their unique cultural, philosophical, and historical trajectories. This study examines the disparities between Chinese and Western painting, rooted in their distinct historical evolutions and cultural philosophies. It investigates the materials, tools, artistic purposes, and expressions of space that define these traditions. Chinese painting reflects harmony between nature and humanity, often employing symbolic representation and leaving space for subjective imagination. In contrast, Western painting values realism, with detailed depictions of the natural and human worlds rooted in rational observation. The analysis highlights the influence of Taoist, Confucian, and Buddhist philosophies on Chinese art, while Western painting derives inspiration from religious themes and humanism. By comparing these distinct systems, this study underscores the richness of global artistic diversity and advocates for cultural appreciation and mutual learning.
subject: Article
  topic: section
subject: Chinese painting
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subject: Western painting
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subject: artistic traditions
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subject: cultural differences
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subject: aesthetic expression
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creator: Qilin Xuan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Qilin Xuan (Author)
date: 2025-04-02
publication date: 2025-04-02
starting page: 141
ending page: 146
doi: 10.71222/1h1t7s34

Micro Cough without Cough: A Study on the Vocal Sound Training of Micro Fibrillation of Ngu
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description: Micro-coughing, rather than a typical cough, is considered a perfected form of glottal impact. As one of the most significant acoustic theories in vocal music history, it was first introduced by Manuel García, a professional singer. However, due to improper singing techniques, he was forced to quit music at the age of 24. He then dedicated over half a century to research and first proposed the glottal impact theory in 1847. With the invention of the laryngoscope in 1855, the theory was further developed and officially established in 1894. This paper draws on more than 30 years of professional vocal teaching experience to examine the glottal impact theory. It focuses on key issues in muscle energy research, summarizes the main achievements and challenges in this field, and explores specialized research on micro-sound of Ngu aggregation and the expansion of vocal sound training methods. Suggestions and insights from experts are welcome.
subject: Article
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subject: microcough
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subject: microfibrillation
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subject: ngu
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subject: vocal training mode
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creator: Kaiying Chen
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Kaiying Chen (Author)
date: 2025-04-02
publication date: 2025-04-02
starting page: 127
ending page: 140
doi: 10.71222/vf6dz179

Eastern Rhythmic Foot and Western Colors: The Cross-Cultural Practice of Chinese Pentatonic Scales in Impressionist Music
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description: This study explores the cross-cultural influence of the Chinese pentatonic scale in Western Impressionist music, focusing on composers such as Claude Debussy and Maurice Ravel. By analyzing the structural characteristics of the pentatonic scale and its integration into Western music, the research highlights how Eastern musical elements were used to create exotic and emotional effects within the context of the Impressionist movement. The Chinese pentatonic scale, with its distinct five-note structure and modal characteristics, provided a new avenue for Western composers to break away from traditional tonal structures and experiment with novel textures and harmonic possibilities. Through specific case studies of works like Debussy's Clair de Lune and Ravel's La Porte d’Orient, the study demonstrates how these composers blended Eastern musical elements with Western tonality to craft unique musical atmospheres that reflect the aesthetic concerns of the Impressionist era. The research also discusses the challenges and ethical considerations involved in cross-cultural musical synthesis and suggests directions for future research on the integration of Eastern scales in contemporary Western music.
subject: Article
  topic: section
subject: Chinese pentatonic scale
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subject: western impressionist music
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subject: Claude Debussy
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subject: Maurice Ravel
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subject: cross-cultural exchange
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creator: Yue Zhang
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Yue Zhang (Author)
date: 2025-03-28
publication date: 2025-03-28
starting page: 116
ending page: 126
doi: 10.71222/a3kpd780

Disseminating Excellent Chinese Traditional Culture via Foreign Language Short Videos: A Case Study of Escape from the British Museum
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description: Taking the short drama Escape from the British Museum as an example, this paper explores the path of Chinese excellent traditional culture spreading overseas through foreign language short videos. It's found that short videos have significant advantages in cross-cultural communication by virtue of their intuitiveness, emotional resonance ability and wide audience base. By analyzing the data of related videos on YouTube, this paper finds that videos of 1-5 minutes have advantages in terms of communication effects, and audio narration videos perform best in stimulating audience interaction. In addition, the incorporation of controversial issues (e.g., restitution of cultural relics) and universal emotions (e.g., homesickness) can effectively stimulate international discussions and cross-cultural resonance, while the localization strategy helps to enhance the video's accessibility and acceptability. The paper also proposes a communication strategy that adapts to the needs of fragmentation and depth, suggesting that content creators prioritize the use of audio narration and focus on socially significant and controversial topics to optimize communication effects. The study provides evidences for the dissemination of Chinese culture and the cross-cultural dissemination of other cultures.
subject: Article
  topic: section
subject: excellent traditional Chinese culture
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subject: cross-cultural communication
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subject: localization strategy
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subject: Escape from the British Museum
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subject: emotional resonance
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subject: communication effect
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subject: YouTube
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creator: Zhaolian Ouyang
creator: Zitong Feng
creator: Yijun Xiao
creator: Wei Wei
creator: Haofei Liang
creator: Shanshan Zhao
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Zhaolian Ouyang, Zitong Feng, Yijun Xiao, Wei Wei, Haofei Liang, Shanshan Zhao (Author)
date: 2025-03-28
publication date: 2025-03-28
starting page: 103
ending page: 115
doi: 10.71222/ytaj4a27

The Modern American Family in The Easter Parade
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description: In the work The Easter Parade, Richard Yates takes the perspective of two sisters, Sarah and Emily, to expose the dilemmas faced by the modern American family in the mid-twentieth century. He focuses on the changes in the shape of the family and the mental state of people in family relationships, especially the fate of women in the family. This paper combines the family systems theory to sort out and interpret the family patterns in The Easter Parade, and analyses the modern American family in Yates' works.
subject: Article
  topic: section
subject: Richard Yates
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subject: The Easter Parade
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subject: family patterns
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creator: Anqi Gao
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Anqi Gao (Author)
date: 2025-03-22
publication date: 2025-03-22
starting page: 98
ending page: 102
doi: 10.71222/vmby7491

A Bidirectional Model of Music Teaching Based on the Big Five Personality Traits and Self-Determination Theory
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description: The multidimensional impact of music education on individual development has been a prominent research topic at the intersection of psychology and education. Based on the dual perspectives of the Big Five personality theory and self-determination theory, this study innovatively constructs a bidirectional model of personality, motivation, and achievement, systematically illustrating the dynamic interaction between personality traits and motivation in music learning. By integrating neurophysiological monitoring (EEG brainwave analysis, autonomic index tracking) and psycho-behavioral assessments (NEO-PI-R scale, SDQ-Music questionnaire), the study found that, in the positive chain, the openness trait significantly enhanced creative expression by increasing prefrontal α-wave synchronization (34.8%, p = 0.003), which led to a 63% increase in improvisation frequency (F = 18.29, p < 0.001). Additionally, the dutifulness trait optimized practice efficiency through goal stratification strategies, resulting in a 28% increase in the average daily effective hours (95% CI: 22%-34%). In the reverse causal chain, musical achievements (e.g., stage experience and skill refinement) significantly facilitated the development of extraversion through the cumulative effect of self-efficacy (β = 0.45, p = 0.001) and emotional feedback from social interactions, which contributed to the adaptive evolution of extraversion (β = 0.35, p = 0.01) and agreeableness (ΔT = + 7, p = 0.04). The study also proposes a "trait-context" dynamic adaptation framework, which includes cross-stylistic task design, stepped stage exposure, and collaborative role rotation. This framework provides a practical paradigm for personalized music teaching based on neurobehavioral evidence, emphasizing the dual value of music learning in skill development and personality growth.
subject: Article
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subject: Big Five personality theory
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subject: self-determination theory
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subject: bidirectional interaction model
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subject: music education
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subject: neurobehavioral mechanisms
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creator: Zihan Huang
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Zihan Huang (Author)
date: 2025-03-15
publication date: 2025-03-15
starting page: 88
ending page: 97
doi: 10.71222/f7hchz27

Visual Representation of Traditional Chinese Auspicious Beasts in Commercial Advertising Art
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description: Traditional Chinese auspicious animal motifs serve as vital cultural symbols, embodying deep historical and artistic significance. With the ongoing trends of globalization and digital transformation, the innovative adaptation of these traditional elements in contemporary commercial poster design has become a key focus in the cultural and creative sectors. This study delves into the ap-plication of auspicious animal motifs in commercial poster illustration, exploring strategic methodologies and practical implementation. By employing literature review, case studies, and comparative analysis, the research investigates the cultural essence and artistic attributes of these traditional patterns while examining their synergy with the visual language and communicative intent of modern commercial posters. The study proposes several application strategies, including selecting motifs that align with thematic content, fusing traditional artistic elements with con-temporary aesthetics, harmonizing color schemes with brand identity, and optimizing composition for enhanced visual appeal. Through an analysis of representative domestic and international cases, this research identifies both best practices and existing limitations, offering theoretical insights and actionable recommendations for modernizing the use of traditional patterns. Findings indicate that integrating traditional Chinese auspicious animal motifs into commercial poster illustrations not only preserves and revitalizes cultural heritage but also elevates the cultural depth and market appeal of visual designs, fostering the long-term growth of the cultural and creative industries.
subject: Article
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subject: traditional Chinese lucky animal motifs
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subject: modern commercial poster design
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subject: cultural and creative sectors
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subject: visual design in communication
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creator: Mengze Yuan
creator: Surendheran Kaliyaperumal
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Mengze Yuan, Surendheran Kaliyaperumal (Author)
date: 2025-03-13
publication date: 2025-03-13
starting page: 80
ending page: 87
doi: 10.71222/nkpxc167

On the Historical Narrative and Satirical Language in “Wichita Vortex Sutra” by Allen Ginsberg
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description: Existing scholarship usually situates Allen Ginsberg’s iconic role as a countercultural poet, while few studies have examined him as a historical chronicler of the 1950s onwards, focusing on historical interpretations and irratio focusingnal narratives that appear in his poems. This study, then, examines the historical interpretive strategies employed in the narrative discourses on irrtionalism, counterculture, anti-war, post-industrial civilization and so on involved in “Wichita Vortex Sutra”. Specifically, it investigates satirical language as a kind of interpretive emplotment function to present Ginsberg’s irrationalism and anti-war narratives, by applying Hayden White “Metahistory” as its theoretical framework. It argues that Ginsberg's rearrangement, representation, and interpretation of Vietnam War narratives, achieved through poetic motifs and techniques, reveals an encoded satire on the U.S. politics, culture, and society. This part examines the primary level of Ginsberg’s interpretive strategies thus providing the foundation for subsequent analysis on his individual storytelling of 1960s America.
subject: Article
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subject: historical narrative
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subject: Allen Ginsberg
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subject: Wichita Vortex Sutra
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subject: irrationalism
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creator: Xu Wen
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Xu Wen (Author)
date: 2025-03-11
publication date: 2025-03-11
starting page: 73
ending page: 79
doi: 10.71222/37eyx959

Hatching a “Feathered Nezha”: Student-Driven Strategies for Branding the Yellow Sea Wetlands through English Expertise
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description: Based on the theories of multimodal discourse analysis, cultural symbols, and cross-cultural communication, this paper constructs a cross-cultural communication model of "Feathered Nezha" with the aim of enhancing the international influence of the Yellow Sea Wetlands. This model realizes the contemporary reconstruction of traditional cultural symbols through a three-fold transformation mechanism: Firstly, it deconstructs the rebellious spirit in the Nezha myth and integrates it with the narrative of the struggle against the ecological crisis of migratory birds, endowing it with the connotation of ecological protection. Secondly, it employs multimodal translation strategies to establish a cross-media narrative system, thereby enhancing cultural communication capabilities. Finally, relying on the social network of universities, it forms a distributed communication ecosystem to expand the scope of communication. Practices have shown that this collaborative innovation model led by students can achieve the dual reconstruction of cultural identity and ecological awareness at a low cost, providing an effective path for the branding of local ecological culture in external publicity.
subject: Article
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subject: cultural Semitics
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subject: multimodal language
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subject: feathered Nezha
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creator: Yujie Hu
creator: Fanyu Jin
creator: Xinyue Liu
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Yujie Hu, Fanyu Jin, Xinyue Liu (Author)
date: 2025-03-05
publication date: 2025-03-05
starting page: 67
ending page: 72
doi: 10.71222/0ezb6y42

The Interplay of Dance and Cultural Identity: Preservation and Inheritance of Local Dance in the Context of Globalization
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description: This article explores the interplay between dance and cultural identity, with a particular focus on the preservation and transmission of local dance forms in the context of globalization. It examines how globalization poses challenges to the survival of traditional dances and highlights the efforts made by various communities and institutions to protect these cultural practices. Case studies such as the documentation of African dance forms by the Smithsonian Institution and the digital archiving of Polynesian dance forms are discussed to demonstrate the role of technology in safeguarding endangered traditions. Furthermore, the article explores how dance festivals, training institutions, and digital platforms have contributed to maintaining the vitality of classical Indian dance forms like Bharatanatyam and Kathak. The analysis underscores the importance of cultural preservation in a rapidly globalizing world and suggests strategies for the future sustainability of local dance traditions.
subject: Article
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subject: dance and cultural identity
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subject: globalization and dance
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subject: cultural preservation
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subject: traditional dance forms
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subject: digital archiving
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subject: cultural heritage
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creator: Chen Hou
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Chen Hou (Author)
date: 2025-03-05
publication date: 2025-03-05
starting page: 56
ending page: 66
doi: 10.71222/e27cp251

The Analysis of Listening Teaching in Chinese English Major’s Viewing, Listening and Speaking Textbook: Base on Communicative Competence
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description: With the increasing globalization of the world, English has become one of the most influential and widely used languages. Consequently, the demand for proficient English learners in China has grown, leading universities to strengthen English teaching, particularly in listening skills, which are essential for communication. As textbooks serve as fundamental resources in English education, their evaluation plays a crucial role in ensuring effective language acquisition. This study analyzes the listening section of New Horizon College English: Viewing, Listening & Speaking based on a well-established communicative competence framework. The analysis focuses on five key components of communicative competence: discourse competence, linguistic competence, actional competence, sociocultural competence, and strategic competence. The findings suggest that the textbook effectively integrates listening and communication skills, fostering students’ linguistic, discourse, and actional competence. Additionally, while the selected listening materials enhance students’ exposure to authentic language, their difficulty level may pose challenges for first-year English majors.
subject: Article
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subject: communicative competence
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subject: English teaching
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subject: English textbooks
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creator: Siyao Du
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Siyao Du (Author)
date: 2025-02-26
publication date: 2025-02-26
starting page: 46
ending page: 55
doi: 10.71222/11darn02

Metaphor and Awakening: The Characteristics of Modernity and the Meaning of Modernity in Huang Xiuqiu
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description: In the history of Chinese literature, Late Qing literature has important transitional significance because of its special position between tradition and modernity. As a key link in the literary system of the Late Qing Dynasty, "novel" not only achieved unprecedented development at that time and had a profound social impact, but also attrasts many literary researchers today: combining it with modernity, exploring the characteristics of modernity, and giving it important modern significance. This paper will analyze the characteristics of modernity and the meaning of modernity behind the novel text from three dimensions: plot metaphor, name metaphor and gender metaphor.
subject: Article
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subject: Late Qing Dynasty novels
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subject: metaphors
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subject: modernity
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creator: Jingyang Wang
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Jingyang Wang (Author)
date: 2025-02-23
publication date: 2025-02-23
starting page: 40
ending page: 45
doi: 10.71222/22283d14

Digital Revival of Cultural Heritage: Synergies between Traditional Architecture and Video Games
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description: With the rapid development of digital media technology, video games, as an emerging cultural carrier, play an important role in the dissemination and protection of cultural heritage. Using the Chinese video game Black Myth: Wukong as a case study, this article explores the synergistic effect of video games in the digital revival of traditional Chinese architecture. The article first analyses the ways in which traditional Chinese architecture is reproduced in Black Myth: Wukong and how these elements enhance the game's cultural connotation and appeal. Subsequently, the article discusses how video games can help bring traditional architecture into the modern perspective by enabling players to experience and understand the cultural value and aesthetic characteristics of ancient architecture more intuitively and deeply through the game's interactivity and immersion. In addition, the article also discusses the shortcomings of the existing game mode of propaganda and dissemination of cultural heritage through video games. Finally, in response to the problems identified, this article proposes solutions to help relevant practitioners better utilise the video game platform to realise the digital protection and inheritance of traditional Chinese architecture. Through this study, it aims to provide new perspectives on the digital transformation of cultural heritage and provide practical guidance for game designers, cultural heritage protectors and policy makers.
subject: Article
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subject: cultural heritage
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subject: ancient architecture
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subject: video games
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subject: digital renaissance
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creator: Xiaoyu Yuan
creator: Rina Abdul Shukor
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Xiaoyu Yuan, Rina Abdul Shukor (Author)
date: 2025-02-21
publication date: 2025-02-21
starting page: 30
ending page: 39
doi: 10.71222/7n1ncx25

The Construction of American National Identity in Cooper's Spy, a Revolutionary Historical Novel
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description: As a pioneer of American national literature, James Cooper made national identity construction his life's mission. Set in the Revolutionary War, the novel Spy centres around the protagonist Harvey Birch, who travels through the neutral zone in the guise of a freighter to collect British intelligence. Birch travels through the neutral zone in the guise of a cargo man to obtain British intelligence, and is mistaken for a spy by the American army. But for the sake of his country, this truth will never be revealed. Cooper realises the construction of national identity in real historical events, and blends the beauty of harmony between man and nature. For Cooper, this work represents his first success in his entire literary career. At the same time, Spy became the seminal work of ethnic fiction in American literary history.
subject: Article
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subject: American nationhood
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subject: identity
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subject: James Cooper
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subject: espionage
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creator: Xiangnan Chai
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Xiangnan Chai (Author)
date: 2025-02-20
publication date: 2025-02-20
starting page: 25
ending page: 29
doi: 10.71222/8zbgvx52

The Inheritance, Development and Protection of Manchu Folk Decorative Pattern Designs in China -- A comprehensive study Based on Qualitative and Quantitative Research
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description: As an important part of China's rich cultural heritage, Manchu decorative patterns not only have deep historical significance but also possess unique artistic value. This paper explores the application and development of Chinese Manchu decorative motifs in folk art design by analyzing them and the underlying logic of their material culture. The study adopts a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods to examine the cultural connotation and design value of Manchu decorative motifs, as well as their evolution and preservation in contemporary design. The findings of the study suggest that Manchu decorative motifs are significant in enhancing the cultural value of products, fostering a sense of cultural identity, and promoting sustainable development, while also providing a rich source of creativity for modern design.
subject: Article
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subject: Manchu decorative patterns
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subject: folk art design
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subject: cultural connotation
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subject: design value
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subject: sustainable development
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creator: Yuhe Ding
creator: Fauzi Naeim
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Yuhe Ding, Fauzi Naeim (Author)
date: 2025-02-19
publication date: 2025-02-19
starting page: 18
ending page: 24
doi: 10.71222/f5rgn084

The Auction Status of East Asian Artworks in Modern America
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description: This paper examines the evolution of auction activities related to East Asian artworks in the United States from the mid-to-late 1930s, with a particular focus on the transformation of auction catalogs from simple listings to systematic classifications. By analyzing auction catalogs from 1890 to 1940, this study explores the market dynamics and status of Chinese ceramics—particularly Song dynasty ceramics—Japanese ukiyo-e, and Korean Goryeo celadon. Notably, the increased recognition of Goryeo celadon in the American market, influenced by Japanese procurement activities in 1909, reflects shifts in market demand and collecting trends. This article argues that the development of auction catalogs not only responded to collectors’ preferences but also played a crucial role in shaping American perceptions of East Asian artworks. Furthermore, antique dealers were instrumental in this process, serving as intermediaries between collectors and the evolving market landscape.
subject: Article
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subject: East Asian artworks
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subject: American auctions
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subject: collecting trends
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subject: cultural perception
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subject: late 19th to early 20th century
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creator: Yingling Ma
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Yingling Ma (Author)
date: 2025-02-16
publication date: 2025-02-16
starting page: 10
ending page: 17
doi: 10.71222/dsab2h84

Optimization Strategies for Industrial Heritage Landscape Design in Zhengzhou
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description: As Zhengzhou, a key industrial and transportation hub in central China, urbanizes, its industrial heritage becomes a key space where historical culture and modern functions intersect. The challenge in urban renewal is preserving historical value while adapting to modern needs. This paper analyzes Zhengzhou's industrial heritage renovation cases, focusing on the integration of historical preservation, green design, and social function innovation. It identifies issues such as conflicts between preservation and modern demands, insufficient ecological restoration, and the lack of social functions. The paper proposes strategies, including multi-level cultural expression, integrating green design with ecological restoration, and social function innovation, to ensure sustainable development. This research provides both theoretical support and practical guidance for Zhengzhou's transformation and offers insights for other cities with similar challenges.
subject: Article
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subject: industrial heritage
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subject: landscape design
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subject: historical preservation
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subject: green design
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subject: social function
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subject: Zhengzhou
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subject: urban renewal
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subject: ecological restoration
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creator: Hongyu Lu
creator: Nadia Binti Mohd Nasir
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Hongyu Lu, Nadia Binti Mohd Nasir (Author)
date: 2025-01-16
publication date: 2025-01-16
starting page: 1
ending page: 9
doi: 10.71222/x9d4w192