Islamic content on screens: analysing Gen Z’s perceptions on digital media’s influence on language and religiosity

The digital age fundamentally alters religious engagement, particularly for young Muslims engaging with a constant stream of online content. Islamic content, including reminders disseminated widely across social media, represents a significant aspect of this digital religious landscape for Generation Z. While discussions often highlight the negative effects of digital media, less research explores how Gen Z perceives the influence of this digital exposure on their own lives. Focusing on students at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), this study investigates Gen Z’s perceptions regarding Islamic content encountered on social media. It specifically examines the perceived influence of engaging with this content on their linguistic practices (language use, vocabulary related to Islam) and their overall religiosity (encompassing identity, belief, and practice). Utilising a survey-based methodology, this research quantifies key variables, including self-reported exposure, engagement patterns, perceptions of influence, and religiosity levels, and analyzes the relationships between them. Findings reveal the nuanced interplay between digital religious engagement and identity expression as understood by young Muslims themselves. This work provides valuable insights for educators, content creators, and digital da’wah initiatives within the IIUM context and potentially beyon

The future for knowledge generators

Knowledge and wisdom rank among humanity’s greatest pursuits. Knowledge enables us to understand the world, uncover truths, and build upon the foundations laid by those who came before us, such as Ibn Khaldun. Wisdom involves applying that knowledge with discernment, compassion, and foresight. Inspired by the earlier work “Khaldūniyyāt, “this book invites readers to explore the dynamic relationship between knowledge and wisdom in sociology and anthropology

Historical evolution of media in Malaysia

In the diverse and culturally rich landscape of Malaysia, the evolution of media has been integral to shaping the nation's identity and progress. This chapter delves into Malaysia's media journey, spanning from colonial influences on the rise of local and digital outlets. Exploring historical milestones, technological shifts, and societal changes, we uncover the intricate role of media in shaping Malaysian politics, culture, and society. Embracing both traditional and modern aspects, this chapter unravels Malaysia's media evolution, spotlighting its ever-evolving progress

Framing the ‘demon’: a cognitive grammar analysis of the New York Times’ portrayal of Palestinians post-October 7, 2023

TABLE OF CONTENTS COMMITTEES 7 PREFACE 8 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Raymond W. Gibbs, Jr. METAPHOR AND THE NATURAL WORLD 9 Christopher Hart CO-SPEECH GESTURES IN THE DISCURSIVE PERFORMANCE OF RIGHT-WING POPULISM 10 Jeannette Littlemore AMBIGUOUS METAPHORICITY AND EMOTIONAL EXPERIENCES: ALLOWING ROOM FOR FLEXIBILITY 12 Andreas Musolff COGNITIVE ANALYSIS OF CONSPIRACY THEORIES 13 SPEAKERS Shala Barczewska AMERICAN CULTURE WARS: METAPHORICAL CONSTRUALS OF SELF AND OTHER IN THE “WAR” AGAINST TEACHING EVOLUTION, CLIMATE CHANGE 16 Réka Benczes FROM CRIMINAL TO COMPANION: METAPHORICAL CONCEPTUALIZATIONS OF BREAST CANCER AMONG HUNGARIAN PATIENTS 18 Petra Bialkó-Marol TALKING ABOUT INFERTILITY: METAPHORS IN HUNGARIAN WOMEN’S NARRATIVES 20 Jacopo Castaldi AUTHORITY IN MULTIMODAL DISCOURSE: INSIGHTS FROM DOCUMENTARY FILMS 21 Laure Cataldo MILLIONS AND MILLIONS OF PEOPLE POURING IN: A MULTIMODAL ANALYSIS OF MIGRANTS’ REPRESENTATION AND THE ANTI-MIGRANT POSTURE IN TRUMP’S SPEECH 23 Monika Cichmińska “THE BASIS OF ALL LANGUAGE IS BODY LANGUAGE” – THE USE OF CONCEPTUAL METAPHORS IN ALEXANDER LOWEN’S BIOENERGETICS 25 Artur Czapiga PRAGMALINGUISTIC ANALYSIS OF INTERNET MEMES EXPRESSING DIRECTIVE SPEECH ACTS 26 3 Inga Dale THE ROLE OF VISUAL METONYMY OF HUMAN HANDS IN THE FRAMING OF KRZYSZTOF KIEŚLOWSKI’S “THREE COLOURS: WHITE” (1994) 27 Anna Dąbrowska FORGOTTEN MOVEMENTS. ON THE DISCURSIVE POTENTIAL OF DANCE AND THE ART OF COMMUNICATION 29 Jacek Fabiszak BAROQUE ‘CHOPP’D’ SYNTAX AND LINGUISTIC MANIPULATION IN SHAKESPEARE’S MACBETH 30 Małgorzata Fabiszak & Tomasz Michalik CULTURAL DIFFERENCES IN VISUAL ATTENTION: A PILOT EYE-TRACKING STUDY OF POLISH AND CHINESE MUSEUM VISITORS 32 Agnieszka Gicala METAPHORS IN THERAPY DISCOURSE: THEIR FUNCTION IN THE THERAPEUTIC PROCESS AND THEIR ROLE IN TRANSLATION 35 Elena Giribaldi THE BEAR RISES AND THE EAGLE SOARS: COMPETING METAPHOR SCENARIOS OF RUSSIA-US RELATIONS ON TWITTER/X 36 Joanna Jabłońska-Hood A COGNITIVE INTEGRATION ACCOUNT OF SOME CREATIVE BLENDS AND THEIR DETRIMENTAL USE BY MANOSPHERE MEMBERS ON FACEBOOK 38 Sinéad Jackson FALLING, SLIPPING, AND STUMBLING BACKWARDS: METAPHOR AND FRAMING IN UK-BASED ALCOHOL SUPPORT MATERIALS 40 Nur Sabrina Zafiran Mohd Jamil BEFRIENDING CANCER: METAPHORS OF CANCER IN MALAY WOMEN CANCER PATIENTS’ NARRATIVES 41 Siti Nurnadilla Mohamad Jamil FRAMING THE ‘DEMON’: A COGNITIVE GRAMMAR ANALYSIS OF THE NEW YORK TIMES’ PORTRAYAL OF PALESTINIANS POST-OCTOBER 7, 2023 43 Anna Jelec EIGHT PRINCIPLES FOR UNDERSTANDING PROFANITY 45 Ireneusz Kida QURANIC ALTERNATION OF DAY AND NIGHT: A METAPHOR SYMBOLIZING THE ABANDONMENT OF THE EARLIER BOOKS AND THE LAW 47 Robert Kiełtyka & Agnieszka Grząśko THE CONCEPTUAL METAPHOR POLISH NATIONAL IDENTITY DILEMMA IS HAMLET’S EXISTENTIAL DILEMMA PORTRAYED IN JACEK MALCZEWSKI’S HAMLET POLSKI (‘POLISH HAMLET’) 48 4 Beata Kopecka & Paulina Mormol-Fura IRONY IN MULTIMODAL CONSPIRACY-THEMED T-SHIRT DESIGNS 50 Krzysztof Kosecki ON THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT IN TOK PISIN CONCEPTS 51 Hubert Kowalewski, Marta Szczecina-Nowosad CONCEPTUAL METAPHORS IN DEVICES OF INSTRUCTION DURING PILATES CLASSES 53 Marcin Kuczok ANIMAL DEATH METAPHORS IN ENGLISH AND POLISH ONLINE PET MEMORIALS: A CONTRASTIVE ANALYSIS FROM A COGNITIVE-SEMANTIC PERSPECTIVE 54 Marcin Kudła A MULTIMODAL ANALYSIS OF WWI SATIRICAL MAPS 56 Przemysław Łozowski “FINE FEATHERS MAKE FINE BIRDS”: IDENTITY IN-BETWEEN WORDS AND IMAGES 57 Aleksandra Majdzińska-Koczorowicz, Julia Ostanina-Olszewska INCLUSION THROUGH IMAGERY: EXPLORING VISUAL BLENDING IN DISCOURSE. THE “KNOW OR GET TO KNOW” SOCIAL CAMPAIGN 59 Beth Malory & Kathryn Allan “AS IF THE WOMB WERE HIRED BY MEN, AS MERCHANTS SHIPS ARE TO BE FRAITED BY THEM”: THE DISCURSIVE CONSTRUCTION OF PREGNANCY ACROSS THE HISTORY OF ENGLISH 60 Goran Milić PLEASE (DON’T?) STEP INTO MY CHAMBERS: ECHO CHAMBERS AND FIGURATIVE FRAFMING IN CROATIAN PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN ONLINE DISCOURSE 62 Kundyz Mukhangali PARTNER, BROTHER, OR A FRIEND: CONCEPTUAL METAPHORS IN RUSSIA-KAZAKH RELATIONS 64 Alexandra Nagy-Béni & Réka Benczes WHERE DO OLDER WOMEN GO? VISUAL REPRESENTATION OF OLDER WOMEN IN HUNGARIAN ONLINE MEDIA DISCOURSE 65 Laura Narisano “AN EASY WORD TO SAY”: CONCEPTUALISATIONS OF SUSTAINABILITY IN MEDIA DISCOURSE 67 Olga O’Toole THE ROLE OF CODE-SWITCHING AND BORROWING IN THE POLISH MANOSPHERE: A CRITICAL DISCOURSE ANALYSIS OF INCELS IN THE POLISH ONLINE SPACE 69 5 Klaus-Uwe Panther, Linda L. Thornburg CULTURE AND COGNITION IN CLIMATE CHANGE CARTOONS 70 Kateryna Pilyarchuk ‘GIVE A GIRL THE RIGHT SHOES AND SHE CAN CONQUER THE WORLD’: WOMEN AS WARRIORS IN FASHION DISCOURSE 72 Agnieszka Poznańska LINGUISTIC STRATEGIES AND STEREOTYPE DECONSTRUCTION IN DAVID IVES’S POLISH JOKE 74 Anna Rogos-Hebda “A HORRID COMMUNITY”: THE DISCURSIVE CONSTRUCTION OF LEPROSY AND LEPERS IN HISTORICAL AMERICAN ENGLISH 75 Jaime Salvador-Grande VERBO-VISUAL IRONY AS A DISSOCIATIVE STRATEGY TOWARDS LEADERS INACTION IN CLIMATE CRISIS CARTOONS 77 Nina Shtok A CROSS-LINGUISTIC ANALYSIS OF NEWSWORTHINESS IN REPORTING ON TRUMP’S PRESIDENTIAL VICTORY IN RUSSIAN AND UKRAINIAN PRESS 79 Ida Stria “ENGLISH IS THE MOST UNSUITABLE LANGUAGE FOR INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION” – HOW ESPERANTO SPEAKERS BUILD THEIR IDENTITY ON PREJUDICE AND POWER STRUGGLES 80 Lilla Petronella Szabó & István Kollai BOUNCING BOUNDARIES: THE METONYMIC USE OF EAST AND WEST IN HUNGARIAN PRIME MINISTER VIKTOR ORBÁN’S POLITICAL SPEECHES 82 Vasia Tsami, Kyriakoula Tzortzatou, Nikoletta Panagaki LIQUID RACISM IN GREEK PARLIAMENT: ANALYZING CRITICALLY NARRATIVES ABOUT IMMIGRANT/REFUGEE ISSUES 84 Dóra Eszter Varga LIFE IS WAR? – CULTURAL METAPHORS AS PERSUASIVE DEVICES IN PÉTER MAGYAR’S POLITICAL COMMUNICATION 85 Anna Wyrwa LINGUISTIC VIEW OF TIME IN OLGA TOKARCZUK’S NOVEL PRAWIEK I INNE CZASY AND ITS ENGLISH TRANSLATION PRIMEVAL AND OTHER TIMES BY ANTONIA LLOYD-JONES 87 Monika Zasowska AUTHORIAL IDENTITY CONSTRUCTION IN LINGUISTICS AND PSYCHOLOGY BOOK REVIEWS 89 Edyta Źrałka ETHICAL ASPECTS OF SELF-CENSORSHIP IN CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES OF OKO.PRESS ARTICLES AND THEIR ENGLISH TRANSLATION

Skin-to-skin contact implementation in cesarean deliveries: a systematic review

Background: Skin-to-skin contact (SSC) is a proven, cost-effective intervention that enhances neonatal outcomes, maternal-infant bonding, and breastfeeding success. However, its implementation during caesarean deliveries remains inconsistent due to various barriers. This systematic mapping review aimed to identify barriers and facilitators to SSC implementation during caesarean sections, evaluate its impact on maternal and neonatal outcomes, and synthesize global best practices adaptable to local contexts. Methods: A systematic search was conducted across six major databases, including PubMed, CINAHL, and Scopus, focusing on studies published within the last five years. Fourteen qualitative studies from eight countries met inclusion criteria. Thematic content analysis was used to identify major patterns and findings. Results: Key barriers included logistical constraints in the operating theatre, healthcare provider attitudes, institutional policies, and sociocultural factors. Facilitators involved supportive hospital policies, staff training, and awareness of SSC benefits. SSC was associated with improved breastfeeding initiation, maternal satisfaction, emotional well-being, and neonatal health outcomes. Conclusion: Effective SSC implementation during caesarean deliveries requires addressing logistical, institutional, and cultural challenges. Aligning local practices with global recommendations and investing in staff education are essential steps toward optimizing maternal and newborn outcome

When work and family collide: a phenomenological inquiry exploring work-family conflicts among professional working mothers at institutions of higher education

Democratization in the education system and changes in social norms significantly expanded the roles of women in Malaysia. As the nation modernized, professional working mothers faced escalating demands, highlighting the necessity for a deeper understanding of the work-family dynamic. Balancing professional and domestic roles often resulted in work-family conflict, where competing demands were incompatible. The purpose of this phenomenological study is to explore experiences of professional working mothers at Institutions of Higher Education (IHE) with particular emphasis on specific conflicts in balancing work and family. In-depth interviews were conducted with six (6) informants selected through snowball sampling technique. The data were analyzed using Atlas.ti9 and van Kaam method was modified, which included seven steps such as horizontalization, reduction and elimination, clustering and thematizing invariant constituents, validating themes, and constructing textual-structural descriptions. The findings revealed three themes related to psychological experiences of the professional working mothers such as barriers in personal life, family matters and work-related challenges

Empowering the b40 community in Aceh through private online tutoring solution: a sustainable educational business model

The purpose of this paper is to introduce an innovative and sustainable e-learning conceptual business model that comprises an application tailored for school students, complemented by a sustainable digital platform, all aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4, 8, and 9. This ground breaking application seeks to transform education delivery by providing a comprehensive suite of resources for our Costumer Segment (CS) including online lectures, video tutorials, entrepreneurship for teacher, interactive exercises, coaching for student, and feedback learning accessible through both free and premium versions. A special focus is placed on the B40 community in Aceh, identified by the Upah Minimum Regional (UMR), ensuring that financial limitations do not impede their access to quality education. Additionally, this initiative offers from the B40 community (B40 priority student and Teachers) opportunities to take on mentoring roles, promoting inclusivity, and free access to premium account. In the business domain, a robust strategy is employed, leveraging tools such as the Business Model Canvas (BMC) and Value Proposition Canvas (VPC) to meticulously plan and execute the venture. The BMC aids in visualizing critical elements including customer segments, value propositions, channels, revenue streams, and cost structures, providing a clear blueprint for sustainable growth. Embracing SDGs 4 (Quality Education), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), this e-learning application aspires to foster a holistic and sustainable approach to education, benefiting both students and the broader community. With a comprehensive vision encompassing education, economic empowerment, and technological innovation, this endeavour strives to leave a lasting positive impact on the educational landscape in Aceh and beyon

إشكالات في تعليم النحو العربي للناطقين بلغات أخرى = Issues in teaching Arabic syntax to non-native speakers

لم يخل عصر من العصور اللغوية من شكوى تئن من النحو العربي، وإن تتحد الشكوى من حيث هي شكوى، تفرق في مضمونها؛ فمن شاكٍ من محتوى النحو العربي نفسه، ومن شاكٍ من صنعة النحو العربي ورتابته وتكلفه، ومن شاك من طرائق تدريس النحو العربي... إلخ، وذلك يدعونا إلى عرض تلك المشكلات وتحليلها ودراستها، وقد جمعها الباحث في الترتيب والتصنيف والعرض، منبهًا إلى ثلاث ضرورات جاءت مبثوثة في ثنايا البحث؛ الأولى: ضرورة البعد عن التكلف والصنعة النحوية، والثانية: ضرورة ملاءمة الشواهد والنماذج النحوية لمستوى الدارس، والثالثة: ضرورة عرض المادة النحوية عرضًا يحقِّق وظيفيَّة التَّراكيب النَّحويَّة وتداوليَّتها. واتخذ الباحثُ من المنهج النَّقدي منهجًا لهذه الدراسة؛ والذي وقف به على بعض إشكالات النحوي العربي، ولم يكن المنهج الوصفي – وهو المنهج الأنسب في دراسة المسألة اللغوية – بمنأى عن هذا البحث. وقد خلص البحث إلى إمكانية توظيف الخلاف النحوي ليكون أداةً من أدوات تيسير النَّحو العربي، ويوصي الباحث بضرورة إعمال القواعد النحوية في بناء الملكة اللغوية للمتعلم؛ ليكون النحو العربية أداة لغوية فاعلة في تعليم اللغة العربية للناطقين بلغات أخرى. Throughout every linguistic era, there have been recurring complaints about Arabic grammar. While these complaints share the commonality of being critical, their focus varies. Some critiques target the inherent structure of Arabic grammar, while others address its perceived rigidity, complexity, and artificiality. Additionally, some individuals express dissatisfaction with the methods used to teach Arabic grammar. These chalanges concerns necessitate a thorough examination and analysis. The researcher has systematically categorized these issues, highlighting three main points of focus: first, the need to avoid unnecessary complexity and artificiality in grammatical structures; second, the importance of aligning grammatical examples and models with the learner's proficiency level; and third, the necessity of presenting grammatical material in a way that reflects the functional and contextual use of grammar. The study adopts a critical approach to identify and analyze challenges within Arabic grammar, while also incorporating a descriptive methodology, which is often considered the most suitable for linguistic inquiries. The research concludes that grammatical variations can be effectively utilized as tools to simplify the learning of Arabic grammar. The researcher recommends the practical application of grammatical rules to enhance learners’ linguistic competence, making Arabic grammar a more effective tool in teaching the language to non-native speakers