International Journal of Arts and Humanities Studies
The International Journal of Arts and Humanities Studies (ISSN: 2754-4311), published monthly by Al-Kindi Center for Research and Development, is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and critical discussion in the fields of arts, culture, and humanities. Its aim is to provide an open platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners worldwide to share original research, theoretical contributions, and innovative perspectives that enhance understanding of human expression, history, language, literature, philosophy, and related disciplines. The journal welcomes interdisciplinary approaches and seeks to foster intellectual exchange that bridges traditional and contemporary issues, thereby contributing to the global dialogue on the role of arts and humanities in shaping societies.
Al-Kindi Center for Research and Development
Spatial Layout Characteristics and Architectural Decoration Art of Ten Fragrances Garden in Guangzhou: An Analysis Based on Lingnan Garden Design Philosophy
This study takes Ten Fragrances Garden in Guangzhou as a case study and combines relevant literature and historical materials on Lingnan gardens to analyze its garden characteristics from two aspects: spatial layout and architectural decoration. It found that Ten Fragrances Garden fully embodies the characteristics of Lingnan gardens: "small and exquisite, practical and aesthetically pleasing." The garden design philosophy of Lingnan, as embodied in Ten Fragrances Garden, has significant reference value for contemporary garden design and cultural heritage protection.
Ten Fragrances Garden; Ten Fragrances Park Memorial Hall; Spatial Layout; Architectural Decoration; Lingnan Gardens; Garden Art
Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Between Belief and Barrier: EFL Teachers' Perceptions, Practices, and Constraints in Active Learning Implementation at Shinas Vocational College
Active learning (AL) is considered a proven pedagogical approach that improves student engagement, critical thinking, and academic performance in EFL linguistic context The ongoing interest in the topic have not yet revealed any research on its implementation in Omani vocational colleges. This study investigates the perceptions, practices, and obstacles of EFL teachers in Shinas Vocational College, Oman towards active learning. A validated Likert-scale questionnaire was utilized to gather data from 28 EFL teachers, which was analysed using descriptive statistics. The findings indicated that teacher perceptions of AL’s efficacy for motivating students to critically think and participate in lessons were positive and in agreement (M = 4.34). Teachers consistently utilized collaborative strategies, including group discussions and constructive feedback (M = 4.22) Nonetheless, there were also considerable institutional and structural barriers identified. The factors of heavy curriculum workload (M = 4.18); not enough resources inside the classroom (M = 4.14); and students not willing to do so were significant. These findings highlight the requirement for sustained and coordinated policy reforms, professional development of trainers and student readiness in Oman’s vocational education to respond to the National Vision 2040 reform agenda.
Active learning, EFL teachers' perceptions, Vocational college education, Omani higher education, Pedagogical barriers
Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Arts and Humanities Studies
Academic Freedom and Politicization of Universities: A Socio-Historical Analysis in the Context of Bangladesh
This study investigates the historical trajectory and current trends of academic freedom and politicization in universities of Bangladesh. Using a qualitative research design based on secondary data, supplemented by insights from survey (N=50) and interview work, the paper analyzes how political influence has structured institutional governance, academic buoyancy, and campus ambience historically. Academic freedom exists in a conditional, bounded and heavily constrained manner vis-a-vis embedded political structures, mechanisms of informal control and patronage-based systems. Historically, universities in Bangladesh have served as bastions of democratic movements and nation-building, but the ever-increasing institutionalization of partisan politics has pushed back against autonomy, meritocracy and academic integrity. The research shows that politicization occurs through both apparent and subtle processes, such as interference in governance, self-censorship and political brokerage within student organizations. By combining historical analysis with empirical evidence, this research provides a valuable contribution to the literature by developing an integrative framework that connects academic freedom and political institutional dynamics. The paper concludes with exhortation for structural and cultural reforms to return institutional autonomy and safeguard intellectual independence in higher education.
Academic Freedom; Politicization; Student Politics; Institutional Autonomy; Bangladesh; Meritocracy
Research on the Inheritance and Development Path of Ming and Qing Architectural Decoration Art Empowered by AIGC
The garden architecture decoration art of the Ming and Qing Dynasties is rich in cultural significance, reflecting people's worship and deep affection for nature at that time. The architectural decoration art of this period has high inheritance value in both form and content. In recent years, generative artificial intelligence (AIGC) technology, with its core capabilities such as massive data processing, intelligent content generation, and personalized customization, has injected new impetus into the industrialization of traditional culture. This article will explore how to utilize AIGC to facilitate the inheritance and development of decorative arts in Ming and Qing architecture.
Visualization of Wu Chinese and Classical Poetry: A Case Study of the “Wu Chinese Reference Book”
Wu Chinese is a typical regional Chinese dialect. A deep connection exists between its phonological system and classical poetry,but this connection has been gradually weakened in the context of Mandarin. In this study, the Ningbo Wu Chinese is used as a representative example. Issues of Wu Chinese endangerment and knowledge gaps are taken as starting points. On-site fieldwork, interviews, and questionnaires were conducted. The translation of the Wu Chinese phonological system in a visual communication context was examined. A visual design perspective is adopted in this study.Because Wu Chinese is complex and fragmented, the design practice of a “Wu Chinese Reference Book” was chosen as the main approach. The initials, finals, and tones of Wu Chinese are systematically visualized using symbol and layout design methods. The relationship between reading Wu Chinese and the prosody of Tang poems and S ong lyrics was also investigated. It was indicated by audience feedback that the reference book is effective in facilitating the learning of Wu Chinese phonological knowledge. It is also effective in reconstructing the prosodic connections between Wu Chinese and classical poetry. It has shown significant effectiveness and potential for dissemination in these aspects.
Ningbo Wu Chinese; phonological aesthetics; symbol design; symbol design; layout design
Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Leaders and the Effect of Leadership Styles on Employee Productivity and Work Quality in Moroccan Public Universities
This article presents the results of a study that was undertaken to observe the effect of styles of leadership on employee productivity and quality of work, mostly the impact of commanding, participative, affiliative, pacesetting, coaching and visionary styles. In addition, Statistical population of the study consists of 1242 employees. A sample size of 302 was drawn from the different faculties and national schools of Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco, using a simple random sampling technique. A quantitative approach, explanatory research design and a structured questionnaire, which consists of close-ended questions, were used for this study. The questionnaire was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21.0. The leadership styles were measured through the multi-factor leadership questionnaire. Employee productivity and quality of work were measured using Khalid (2014) scale. Regression, and reliability test, (Cronbach’s Alpha) were presented. For data analysis, descriptive and inferential techniques were used. Regression coefficient and ANOVA test were adopted to assess the influence of styles of leadership on the employee productivity and quality of work, and test the hypothesizes that are structured by the researcher for the study.
| KEYWORDS Leadership styles; Employee productivity; Quality of work; Quantitative research; Regression analysis; SPSS; Higher education institution; Morocco
Copyright (c) 2026 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
The Proprioceptive Paradigm: Mapping English Prepositions and Spatial Syntax through Motor-Sensory Feedback Loops in Moroccan EFL Beginners who are Completely Visually Challenged
This study investigates the "Proprioceptive Paradigm" as a multimodal pedagogical framework for teaching English spatial prepositions and syntax to completely visually challenged students during their first year of English instruction in the Moroccan secondary school cycle. Focusing on a beginner cohort aged 14 to 15, the research explores how the student's own body can serve as a primary "grammatical image" through the activation of motor-sensory feedback loops. Employing a qualitative case study design, the research utilizes longitudinal classroom observations of seven completely visually challenged students and a semi-structured interview with their English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teacher. Data were analyzed using the six-phase reflexive thematic analysis method. Findings reveal that physicalizing spatial relations—such as "between," "across," and "through"—effectively anchors abstract grammatical concepts into long-term memory via motoric encoding, bypassing the didactic barriers presented by image-heavy curricula. The study concludes that for completely visually challenged students, the transition from an ocularcentric curriculum to an embodied, kinesthetic approach significantly enhances spatial syntactic acquisition and optimizes learning outcomes for novice learners.
Proprioceptive Paradigm; Motor-Sensory Feedback Loops; English Spatial Prepositions; Completely Visually Challenged Students; Moroccan EFL Beginners
The Role of Home Literacy Environment in Strengthening the Literacy Competencies of Grade Two Learners
This study examined the influence of the home literacy environment on the literacy skills of learners. Specifically, it assessed the status of the home literacy environment in terms of physical environment, parent literacy habits, child literacy habits, parent–child interaction, and parental beliefs, and determined learners’ literacy skills in word recognition, sentence reading, reading fluency, and comprehension. The study employed a descriptive–correlational research design and was conducted at Liburon Elementary School, Department of Education–Carcar City Division, during School Year 2024–2025. Using total sampling technique, the respondents consisted of ninety-six (96) Grade Two learners and their corresponding parents. Data were gathered through a Survey Questionnaire for Parents adapted from Buvaneswari and Padakannaya and the Comprehensive Rapid Literacy Assessment (CRLA) for learners. Descriptive statistics and Pearson’s product–moment correlation were utilized for data analysis. The findings indicated that the home literacy environment was generally supportive of literacy development, and learners demonstrated strong literacy skills appropriate for their grade level. However, the test of relationship showed that variations in the home literacy environment were not significantly associated with learners’ literacy skills. It was concluded that learners’ reading competencies were likely reinforced by effective school-based instruction alongside home support. Based on the results, the study strongly recommends the implementation of the proposed Literacy Skills Enhancement Plan to strengthen home–school collaboration and sustain early literacy development.
Home Literacy Environment, Early Literacy, Reading Skills, Parental Involvement, Word Recognition, Reading Fluency, Comprehension,
Principals and Supervisors' Perspectives on Employing Differentiated Instruction Strategies in TEFL
This study aimed to explore the views of school principals and educational supervisors on the employment of differentiated instruction in teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL). To achieve this aim, the researcher used the descriptive survey approach. A questionnaire was used to assess the extent to which English language female teachers used differentiated instruction strategies, namely problem-solving, gradual activities, and think/pair/share. The study sample included (125) school principals and English language supervisors from Bisha Province. Since differentiated instruction aims to meet the different needs of students through the use of various strategies, the results of the study showed that the degree of teacher’s use of the problem-solving strategy in teaching English was high, with an arithmetic mean of (2.34), while the degree of the use of gradual activities and think/pair/share strategies was average, with an average of (1.93). The study also showed that differentiated instruction in general was average, with an arithmetic mean of (2.19). Based on the results, the researcher presented several recommendations, most notably the need to enhance the use of problem-solving strategies in teaching English in particular, and in teaching other subjects in general.
Differentiated Instruction, Problem-solving Strategy, Gradual Activity Strategy, Think/pair/share Strategy
Multimodal Metaphor Strategies for the International Communication of Grand Canal Cultural Symbols: Practical Construction Based on Cultural Space Theory
Taking cultural space theory as the core analytical framework, this study systematically explores the multimodal metaphor strategies for the international communication of Grand Canal cultural symbols. Through in-depth analysis of communication practices in regions along the Grand Canal (including Beijing, Hangzhou, Yangzhou, and Suzhou), three targeted core communication strategies are proposed. At the physical level, construct "metaphorical spatial corridors" to realize cross-temporal and cross-spatial reproduction of cultural scenes. At the behavioral experience level, create "embodied metaphor theaters" to strengthen audience participatory interaction. At the symbolic meaning level, cultivate "co-creative metaphor communities" to promote cross-cultural value resonance. Through the core anchoring role of linguistic metaphors and the synergistic interaction of multimodal symbols, the strategies drive the transformation of Grand Canal cultural symbols from "one-way symbol output" to "cross-cultural meaning symbiosis", achieving the recontextualization of cultural connotations and the regeneration of symbolic value. This study not only enriches the theoretical system of cross-cultural communication and metaphor studies but also provides a systematic solution with both theoretical depth and practical value for the international communication of Chinese cultural symbols such as the Forbidden City, Kunqu Opera, and traditional Chinese medicine.
Research on Cultural and Creative Design Based on AIGC
This paper briefly expounds on AIGC and its advantages in the application of cultural and creative design, and puts forward the general process of AIGC in cultural and creative design applications. Based on AIGC design platforms such as SD and Comfyui, after element extraction, attempts at cultural and creative design are carried out according to "text instructions" and "image instructions". Taking the design of fridge magnets as an example, this paper verifies the effectiveness of AIGC technology in generating cultural and creative design renderings. The research indicates that AIGC technology can provide creators with more creativity during the design stage of cultural and creative products, and shorten the product design cycle and improve the product design quality by rapidly generating renderings. In recent years, AIGC technology has witnessed rapid development, especially with the continuous updates of various related application platforms. Consequently, it has been extensively applied across various industries. Cultural and creative products play a crucial role in the tourism economy. However, currently, China's cultural and creative products are confronted with issues such as severe homogenization, weak design sense, and shoddy production. The author posits that by better leveraging AIGC technology in the cultural and creative industry, more design inspirations can be furnished for cultural and creative product design, thereby enhancing the quality of product design.
Cultural and creative products, Route, AIGC,design,Software,Future Prospects, Concept of AIGC
Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Arts and Humanities Studies
Virtue as Governance: Moral Leadership and Social Harmony in the Confucian Analects
This article elucidates the principles of governance articulated by Confucius in the Analects, arguing for their enduring relevance as a framework for ethical leadership. Confucius posited that effective rule is not rooted in coercive power but in the moral character of the leader, who serves as a paradigmatic exemplar for the populace. Through an exegesis of key passages, this paper explores the interconnected concepts of virtue (de), ritual propriety (li), filial piety (xiao), trustworthiness (xin), education, inclusivity, and reflective praxis. It demonstrates how these principles collectively form a system aimed at cultivating social harmony and political stability through moral suasion and self-cultivation. The analysis concludes that Confucian thought offers critical insights for contemporary leadership, emphasizing that sustainable governance is fundamentally an ethical enterprise.
Confucianism, Governance, Virtue (De), Ritual (Li), Trustworthiness (Xin), Moral Leadership, Social Harmony
Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Humanities in the Age of STEM: Moroccan High School Students’ Perceptions
As global attention increasingly privileges STEM disciplines, the Arts and Humanities face escalating marginalization and devaluation. In Morocco, this phenomenon is particularly pronounced: these fields are not only dismissed as less valuable but are also frequently treated with overt condescension. The prevailing social discourse surrounding the Arts and Humanities remains predominantly negative, a perception that exerts tangible effects on their academic status and societal reputation. This study investigates the extent to which Moroccan high school students internalize and reproduce these negative narratives, while also seeking to uncover the underlying causes of such attitudes. To this end, a mixed-methods survey was administered to collect both qualitative and quantitative data from a representative sample of Moroccan high school students. The findings reveal that most respondents share the dominant negative perceptions of the Humanities, primarily grounded in the belief that these disciplines provide limited professional prospects and economic value. Moreover, the results highlight a persistent stereotype portraying students who pursue the Arts and Humanities as less intelligent and academically underperforming compared to their peers in scientific fields.
Arts and Humanities, STEM, high school students, Morocco, education, social perception
Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Identify the Environmental Impact of hazardous materials and chemical waste generated by printmaking process
Printmaking is a versatile art form with a long and rich history, evolving from a functional means of reproduction into a distinct and powerful creative medium. Its origins trace back to ancient civilizations, with its development heavily influenced by advancements in technology, chemistry and materials. A substantial amount of waste is produced while making the artworks, which may create environmental challenges. Printmaking, as both a traditional art form and a technical process, involves the extensive use of materials such as inks, solvents, acids, and metallic compounds. While these substances are essential for creative expression, their improper disposal and management have raised growing environmental and health concerns. This study investigates the types, composition, and ecological consequences of chemical and material wastes produced during printmaking activities, emphasizing their implications for environmental health. Using a qualitative and quantitative approach supported by existing environmental studies and case analyses, this paper examines common printmaking materials such as pigment based inks, volatile organic compound (VOC) containing solvents, and acidic etchants. This research indicates that solvent-based inks and cleaning agents release VOCs that contribute to air pollution and pose inhalation risks. The research aims to identify the most hazardous components within printmaking processes, analyze their potential pathways into the environment, and assess their impact on ecosystems and human well-being.
Printmaking, Waste, Chemical, Environment, Hazardous, Materials
Gendered Dynamics of Political Leadership: A Comparative Study of Morocco, the MENA Region, and Western Democracies
This research paper explores the intricate intersections of gender, power, and politics in Morocco and the broader Arab world through a feminist analytical framework. Adopting a comparative approach, it examines Moroccan women’s participation in political leadership and decision-making processes. Morocco’s national development strategy underscores the equitable inclusion of all citizens as a prerequisite for sustainable progress, positioning political participation at the core of this vision. Despite significant strides toward gender equality in the political sphere, further advancements remain essential to achieving substantive parity comparable to that of advanced Western democracies. Women’s empowerment thus constitutes a pivotal factor in the consolidation of democracy, equality, and social justice. Although Morocco outperforms several MENA countries in terms of women’s political representation, it continues to trail behind European and Scandinavian nations in realizing comprehensive gender parity.
Feminism, Gender Parity, Gender Equality, Decision-Making, Power Dynamics, Human Development, Leadership, Democracy, Political Representation
Metapoetry and Narcissism in the Poetry of Seamus Heaney: A critical Study of Selected Poems
This research examines metapoetry or self-reference poems which is concerned with writing about poetry itself. In other words, poetry is thematized and manipulated as the basic subject matter. The study aims to expose the narcissist traces and the creative aspects through the selected poems of Seamus Heaney in terms of meta poetry and self-reference. It highlights the authentic relation between manual work and place in one hand and the creative work of a poet on the other hand. In this respect, the research investigates the artistic ability of the poet in translating manual work through invoking traditional manual works such as "Digging", "Forge ","The Salmon Fisher to the Salmon", "Poet's Chair" and "A Shiver" that have not been used any longer because of machinery and modern technology. These works are shown as equivalent to the process of writing poetry to explore mystery, curiosity, hard work yet productivity. Also, by referring to the physical world represented by certain places such as such "Anahorish" and "Broagh" Ending with "Personal Helicon" as the metaphorical construction for writing poetry or the actual home for inspiration yet for the creative work of a poet. Whether adapting laboring poems or languary poems, Heaney, as a narcissist poet shows artifice capacity to enhance his poetry in terms of self-conscious and reflexivity.
artificer, laboring poems, languary poems, metapoetry, narcissism, Seamus Heaney
Speaking Health through Culture: Designing Afrikan Symbols as Metaphors for Maternal Health Communication
Across Afrika, cultural identity is expressed through symbols and objects that carry shared meanings within communities. These symbols, deeply rooted in tradition, have historically served as visual metaphors that simplify complex ideas and foster collective understanding. In countries such as Ghana, Nigeria, and South Africa, symbols continue to provide a cultural language through which values and knowledge are communicated. This study examines how such cultural symbols can be harnessed to support maternal health communication in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 on Good Health and Well-being and SDG 5 on Gender Equality. Focusing on underserved mothers in Grabouw, Western Cape, South Africa, the research engaged community caregivers in a participatory design process to explore the potential of Afrikan symbols as metaphors for health education. Through inductive, design methods, caregivers co-created low-fidelity prototypes that translated health-related concepts into culturally resonant visual forms. Findings demonstrate that cultural symbols offer meaningful entry points for maternal health communication, enabling mothers to connect health information with familiar cultural references. This not only improves comprehension but also empowers women to make informed decisions for their own well-being and that of their children. The study contributes to both design and health communication scholarship by showing how integrating cultural heritage into maternal health strategies can advance equity in resource-constrained contexts. It recommends further exploration of symbol-based communication tools as culturally grounded design interventions that align with the global agenda of reducing maternal mortality and promoting gender equality.
Afrika; Cultural symbols; Maternal health; Health communication; Participatory design; Sustainable Development Goals
Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Packaging Design in Ghana: Consumer Reaction to Culture-Oriented Design
This study examines how Ghanaian consumers respond to culture-oriented packaging design and how such design influences perceptions, attitudes, and product choice. Drawing on a culture-oriented design model, we integrated Ghanaian cultural elements—traditional patterns, socio-cultural practices, and symbols—into a product label and explored consumer reactions using qualitative methods (interviews and observations). Data were analysed thematically. Findings indicate that culturally infused packaging evokes emotional connection, enhances perceived authenticity, and strengthens brand attachment, with many participants expressing a higher willingness to pay for designs that reflect their cultural identity. Beyond market outcomes, participants viewed culture-oriented packaging as contributing to cultural preservation and countering the homogenising effects of globalisation. The study offers practical guidance for businesses seeking culturally resonant marketing strategies in Ghana and contributes to scholarship on the intersection of packaging, culture, and consumer behaviour. We recommend future work that compares demographic segments and conducts cross-cultural studies to test transferability across markets.
Culture-oriented Design, Packaging Design, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Loyalty, Globalisation
Exploring Graphic Designers’ Motivations and Their Influence on Environmental Sustainability in Design Practice
This research explores the critical role of designers’ motivations in environmental sustainability considerations in graphic design. While existing research examines the material aspects of sustainable design, this paper argues that designers’ mindsets are a crucial but often overlooked factor influencing their choices. Focusing on both South African and Ghanaian contexts, the study investigated the motivations of graphic designers in these distinct yet interconnected creative landscapes. The findings reveal that economic benefits, personal passion, client satisfaction, and professional recognition are primary motivators for South African and Ghanaian designers. These motivations were within Maslow’s hierarchy of physiological, safety, and belongingness levels, which are hinged on personal and profit gains, and thus overshadowed conscious consideration of environmental sustainability in the graphic designers’ practices. Thematic analysis on the interview data was conducted through the lens of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs theory, providing a framework for understanding the motivational drivers at play, which is uncommon in design research. The findings, therefore, demand the need for a mental shift that is driven by the need to counter negative environmental consequences. Based on the research outcome, professional design associations in both South Africa and Ghana may play a vital role in promoting and enforcing sustainable practices and should actively demand environmentally conscious design solutions from graphic design practitioners, creating a market-driven incentive for sustainable practices.
Sustainability, Graphic Design, Motivations, Environmental
Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Linguistic Study of the Used Strategies by Candidates in The U.S. Elections
This study explores how sexism is used in political discourse during the 2024 U.S. presidential election through an analysis of tweets by the candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. The research is based on in Sara Mills’ (2008) model of sexism in language, it investigates both overt and covert forms of sexist discourse, focusing on how language interacts with broader gendered power structures. Using a qualitative method, the study analyzes eight tweets (four from each candidate) chosen for their contrasting rhetorical strategies related to gender and authority. The results present that while neither candidate uses explicitly sexist language, their discourse engages differently with gender norms. Harris avoids overt and covert sexism but adopts assertive, expert-driven rhetoric traditionally associated with male political figures, thus, challenging conventional gender expectations. Trump’s tweets rely on rhetorical strategies such as contrastive framing, presupposition, and tone to subtly emphasize stereotypes of female inadequacy masculine ideals of leadership. These patterns align with Mills’ concept of covert sexism, in which discriminatory implications are embedded in language without direct expression. The analysis demonstrates that sexism in political discourse often operates not through explicit statements, but through interpretation, reception, and culturally embedded gender norms. The study highlights the need to examine not only what is said, but also how political messages are shaped by the gender of the speaker and societal expectations. finally, the findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how political figures both reproduce and resist gendered discourse in contemporary communication.
U.S. Elections; political discourse; Sara Mills
Artificer, laboring poems, languary poems, metapoetry, narcissism, Seamus Heaney
Unpacking Transnational Feminism: A Journey Through Its Nuances and Challenges
Transnational feminism offers a nuanced approach to understanding gender justice by examining the intersection of global power structures, race, class, and gender across national borders. It challenges the dominance of Western feminist discourses by highlighting the diverse experiences of women, particularly from the Global South, and critiques global systems like neoliberalism, imperialism, and patriarchy. Central to transnational feminism, its focus is on global solidarity and the recognition of interconnectedness of struggles for gender justice worldwide. It emphasizes the importance of addressing both local and global dynamics in feminist activism, ensuring that marginalized voices are heard. Relying on a qualitative explorative study through close examination of scholarly articles, this article will shed light on the complexities of transnational feminism. While the movement seeks to constantly balance the tension between fostering global solidarity and respecting local complexities as well as aims to dismantle hierarchies, it can sometimes reproduce the same power imbalances it critiques, particularly between feminists from the Global North and the Global South. The challenge of translating theoretical ideals into practice, especially in terms of equitable representation and collaboration across borders, adds further layers of complexity to transnational feminist work.
Transnational feminism, global power structures, interconnectedness, gender justice, Global South, Global North, global solidarity, local complexities
Women’s organizations and the fight for women’s rights: Case study of UAF and MRA
In an attempt to shed light on the efforts deployed by women’s organizations in Morocco dealing with discrimination against women and gender inequality, and understand the nuances of women’s culture in Morocco, this article will look at the beginnings, the missions and ideals of two renowned women’s organizations, UAF (Union de l’Action Féminine) and MRA (Mobilising for Rights Associates). Since their inception, they have strived to improve women’s situation and help ease the hurdles that women face at the social, economic and political levels. This article will rely on a qualitative explorative study to present an account of UAF and MRA’s missions and their fight against women’s discrimination and gender inequality.
Women's Organizations in Morocco, Gender Inequality, Discrimination Against Women, l’Union de l’Action Féminine (UAF), Mobilising for Rights Associates (MRA)
Maya Angelou's I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings: The Journey to Freedom and Empowerment
Maya Angelou's memoir, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1969), demonstrates the transformative power of resistance and the complexities of being a Black woman in a racially oppressive society. This paper delves into Angelou's narrative, examining how she portrays the complexities and intersections of race and gender and their impact on Black women’s lives. The study also explores the various forms of resistance employed by Angelou and other Black women depicted in the memoir through the Black feminist perspectives of Patricia Hill Collins. This perspective provides a lens through which to thoroughly examine the themes of racism, sexism, identity, and resilience central to Angelou's work. Collins’ perspectives offer a critical and intersectional analysis of Black women's unique perspectives, experiences, and struggles. This study argues that Angelou's acts of defiance, ranging from self-expression through literature and poetry to the pursuit of education and the strength found in the community, lead to personal growth, empowerment, and liberation. The findings of this research highlight Angelou’s self-determination, acts of defiance and resistance, self-expression, and collective solidarity in the ongoing struggle against intersectional oppression and the impact on her journey of empowerment, self-healing, and liberation to become a voice that supports others’ freedom.
Black Feminism, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Intersectionality, Maya Angelou, Memoir, Patricia Hill Collins
Collaborative Efforts of Parents and Teachers on Literacy Instructionn of the Kindergarten Learners
This research assessed the collaborative effort of teachers and parents on the literacy instruction of kindergarten learners at the identified schools of the Aloguinsa District in the Division of Cebu Province for the School Year 2022-2023 as the basis for a Literacy Skills Enhancement Plan. It utilized a descriptive-correlation research design to determine the extent of collaboration among respondent groups on the literacy instruction of kindergarten learners. Respondents were selected using a universal sampling technique. Gathered data were treated using frequency, percentage, standard deviation, weighted mean, Likert scale, and Spearman Rho. The findings revealed that most parent-respondents were female, whose age bracket was 29-36 years old, were high school graduates, had one or two children, and earned 10,000 pesos and below. On the other hand, teacher-respondents were primarily females with masteral units, ranked teacher 1, and had six to 10 years in service. Furthermore, results indicated that the respondent groups always collaborated on the literacy instruction of the kindergarten learners. Meanwhile, there was a significant difference in the extent of collaboration among the respondent groups in literacy instruction of kindergarten learners. It is recommended that the literacy skills enhancement plan be adopted.
Early Childhood Education, parent-teacher collaboration, literacy instruction, descriptive-correlation, Aloguinsan, Cebu
Feminine Re-Narrating the Nation in Nawal El Saadawi’s: A Daughter of Isis
This study introduces a postcolonial feminist analysis of Nawal El Saadawi's A Daughter of Isis, focusing on the lived experiences of Egyptian women within the intersections of gender, colonialism, and religion. It examines how patriarchal structures and colonial legacies collectively shape women's roles and identities in Egyptian society. Central to this analysis is El Saadawi's challenge of oppressive cultural and religious traditions, including female genital mutilation and gender-restrictive roles, highlighting women's resistance against systemic inequities. The study explores the strategies employed by women to assert their agency and reshape narratives of national and personal identity amidst patriarchal dominance. Additionally, it critiques El Saadawi's use of autobiography as a tool for resistance, emphasizing the re-narration of history through marginalized voices. By intertwining personal memory with broader socio-political critique, El Saadawi reclaims women's voices, offering a nuanced perspective on identity formation and the quest for justice in a postcolonial context.
Postcolonial feminism , Egyptian women's experiences , Patriarchy and resistance, Gender and power, Autobiography as resistance
The Impact Of Using Technology In Language Learning: Reflection On The Teacher's Experience
This study aims to describe the ability of language teachers to use digital learning applications and their impact on language learning outcomes. This goal is based on the results of observations that show technological developments in education such as the development of various types of applications that teachers can use in the learning process. The method used in this study is qualitative descriptive. Data collection is carried out through interviews, questionnaires, and direct observation. The data sources that became respondents were six Indonesian teachers. The data is in the form of interview results related to teachers' reflections on the use of educational technology, its impact on teachers and students, and the teachers' future views on the use of technology in learning. The collected data is then grouped, analyzed, interpreted, and concluded. The results show that using technology, such as interactive learning applications and digital devices, has increased student engagement in learning literacy concepts and facilitated access to various learning resources. The use of educational technology, such as interactive learning applications, educational videos, and digital devices, increases students' interest in learning literacy. As many as 85% of teachers surveyed explained that their students become more active in reading and writing when technology is used in the classroom.
Copyright (c) 2024 International Journal of Arts and Humanities Studies
Challenges of Autonomous Vehicles: Investigating the Legal Implications and Regulatory Challenges Associated with the Rise of Autonomous Vehicles
The deployment of autonomous vehicles (AVs) introduces transformative possibilities for transportation, from improved safety to enhanced efficiency. However, these advancements are accompanied by complex legal and regulatory challenges, such as liability for accidents, data privacy concerns, cybersecurity risks, and ethical considerations in AV programming. This paper examines these challenges, comparing different international regulatory approaches, discussing ethical dilemmas, and proposing legal frameworks. Through these discussions, we aim to build a comprehensive understanding of the evolving legal landscape for autonomous vehicles and advocate for robust legal reforms to ensure their safe and responsible integration into society.
Autonomous vehicles, liability, cybersecurity, data privacy, legal challenges, regulatory frameworks, ethical considerations.
Human Rights and Technology: Exploring How Technological Advancements Impact Human Rights, Particularly in Surveillance and Data Collection
Technological advancements, particularly in surveillance and data collection, have transformed how societies function and how governments and corporations interact with individuals. While technology has brought substantial benefits in communication, healthcare, and public safety, it has also raised profound concerns about human rights, particularly in privacy, freedom of expression, and security. This paper explores the impact of technology on human rights, focusing on the ethical and legal implications of surveillance and data collection practices. We analyze how different technologies, including facial recognition, artificial intelligence, and big data analytics, affect individual freedoms and privacy, offering policy recommendations for a more balanced approach to technology that respects human rights.
Human rights, technology, surveillance, data collection, privacy, artificial intelligence, ethics
A Review of on China by Henry Kissinger: Insights into Diplomacy and History and its Implications for Afghans
This book review critically examines On China by Henry Kissinger, exploring its significance in the fields of international relations, diplomacy, and history. The review summarizes the book's key themes and sections, with a focus on Chinese foreign policy and the evolution of Chinese leadership. Additionally, it contextualizes the book's relevance for Afghan scholars, policymakers, and students by highlighting China's expanding influence in Afghanistan. The review emphasizes the importance of understanding China’s geopolitical strategies and concludes with insights into how the book can inform future policy decisions.
Henry Kissinger, On China, Chinese diplomacy, Afghan foreign policy, International relations