Framing Experience Through Language Awareness

Language awareness in TESOL encompasses understanding the historical evolution of English, phonological concepts, and accent variation. This part explores how English has been shaped by socio-political forces and linguistic influences, offering educators insights into the dynamic nature of the language. Educators can enhance students' pronunciation skills and cultural awareness by addressing place and manner of articulation, rhythm, stress, intonation, and various English accents

Nuri İyem’in “Nalbant” Eserinin Erwin Panofsky’nin İkonografik ve İkonolojik Eleştiri Yöntemiyle Analizi

20. yüzyıl Türk resminin önde gelen sanatçılarından biri olan Nuri İyem, eserlerinde toplumsal gerçekçilik anlayışını benimseyen, figüratif anlatımı güçlü bir ressam olarak dikkat çeker. Anadolu insanını, özellikle kadınları ve emekçileri sade fakat derinlikli bir biçimde yansıttığı yapıtlarıyla tanınır. Bu çalışmada sanatçının kırsal yaşamı ve emeği merkezine aldığı “Nalbant” isimli eseri, Alman sanat tarihçisi Erwin Panofsky tarafından geliştirilen “İkonografik ve İkonolojik Sanat Eleştirisi Yöntemi” temel alınarak analiz edilmiştir.Panofsky’nin yöntemi, sanat eserlerini anlamlandırmada üç aşamalı bir inceleme önerir: ön ikonografik betimleme, ikonografik çözümleme ve ikonolojik yorum. Bu yaklaşımla, “Nalbant” eserindeki figürün duruşu, kıyafeti, çalışma mekânı gibi ögeler öncelikle betimlenmiş; ardından bu unsurların tarihsel ve kültürel bağlamdaki anlamları yorumlanmıştır. Son aşamada ise eserin altında yatan dünya görüşü, toplumsal ve düşünsel yapı irdelenmiştir.Yapılan analiz sonucunda, İyem’in “Nalbant” eserinde zanaatkâr bir figür aracılığıyla, emek, üretim ve kimlik kavramlarını simgeleyen çok katmanlı bir anlatı sunduğu görülmüştür. Bu bağlamda Panofsky’nin yöntemi, eserin derin yapısını anlamlandırmada etkili bir araç olmuş; sanatın düşünsel bir ifade biçimi olduğunu bir kez daha ortaya koymuştur

Framing Experience Through Language Awareness Part 2: Practical Strategies and Critical Language Awareness in TESOL

Part 2 focuses on the practical application of phonological insights, critical language awareness (CLA), and strategies for teaching pronunciation in TESOL. By integrating cultural inclusivity, connected speech processes, and real-world communication skills, educators can empower students to navigate the diversity of English. This approach fosters learner autonomy, combats linguistic discrimination, and prepares students for global communication

Iconographic and Iconological Criticism of Nuri İyem's "Blacksmith" by Erwin Panofsky

One of the 20th century's leading artists of Turkish painting, Nuri İyem draws attention as a painter with a strong figurative expression who adopts social realism in his works. He is known for his works that reflect Anatolian people, especially women and laborers, in a simple yet profound way. In this study, the artist's work "Blacksmith", which focuses on rural life and labor, is analyzed based on the "Iconographic and Iconological Method of Art Criticism" developed by the German art historian Erwin Panofsky.Panofsky's method proposes a three-stage examination in making sense of works of art: preliminary iconographic description, iconographic analysis, and iconological interpretation. With this approach, elements such as the figure's posture, clothing, and working space in "Blacksmith" are first described; then the meanings of these elements in the historical and cultural context are interpreted. In the final stage, the underlying worldview, social, and intellectual structure of the work is analyzed.As a result of the analysis, it is seen that İyem presents a multi-layered narrative symbolizing the concepts of labor, production, and identity through an artisan figure in "Blacksmith". In this context, Panofsky's method has been an effective tool in making sense of the deep structure of the work and has once again demonstrated that art is a form of intellectual expression

RUBRICS AND RUBICON OF ACTIVISM AND ADVOCACY - POETRY OF ALIEN-ATION - THEMES AND MOTIFS

RUBRICS AND RUBICON OF ACTIVISM AND ADVOCACY - POETRY OF ALIENATION - THEMES AND MOTIFS article, examines the transformative role of poetry as a conduit for activism and advocacy, with a particular emphasis on themes of alienation. It aligns with the theme "Loneliness and Isolation in Literature" from the DOĞUŞ UNIVERSITY, DİDE 2023 Conference, drawing a comparative analysis between T.S. Eliot's The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock and Uzma Kauser's My Mother's Personal Beliefs. The discussion foregrounds how poetry amplifies the voices of marginalised communities, engaging with broader socio-political discourses on inequality and identity. The article elucidates how poetry serves as a personal and collective medium for confronting societal issues by analysing linguistic devices and poetic techniques in Eliot’s modernist lens and Kauser’s exploration of generational and religious identity. The study advocates for continued engagement with literature’s capacity to inspire social transformation and intergenerational dialogue

The Politics of Representation: Comparative Biographical Analyses of Lilie Chouliaraki, Judith Butler, and Zoë Wicomb in Media, Humanitarianism, and War

Representation in media, literature, and war discourse plays a pivotal role in shaping public perceptions of suffering, victimhood, and agency. This study undertakes a comparative biographical analysis of Lilie Chouliaraki, Judith Butler, and Zoë Wicomb, examining how their works interrogate power, discourse, and suffering within the contexts of grievability, humanitarianism, post-humanitarianism, and mediatisation. Employing a qualitative discourse analysis and drawing on Chouliaraki’s theorisation of post-humanitarianism, Butler’s concept of grievability, and Wicomb’s interrogation of racial and gender identity in post-apartheid South Africa, the study explores the selective visibility of suffering. Integrating insights from Chouliaraki and Orgad’s work on proper distance in media ethics, Chouliaraki and Zaborowski’s analysis of the refugee crisis, and Chouliaraki’s vision of a cosmopolitan public, this article critically evaluates how media, literature, and philosophy construct narratives of suffering. The findings underscore the hierarchical structuring of voice and the systematic exclusion of certain subjects from public discourse, reinforcing dominant power structures

The Effectiveness of the Functional Inductive Approach in Teaching Speaking Skills

This paper investigates the effectiveness of the Functional Inductive Approach (FIA) in perfecting speaking among ESL/EFL learners. The study examines FIA's theoretical foundations, and practical applications in classrooms, and compares it with deductive and other teaching methods. Employing a mixed-methods approach involving surveys, interviews, classroom observations, and pre-and post-tests, comprehensive data on learner outcomes and perceptions were gathered. Findings indicate that FIA promotes active learning, contextual understanding, and effective speaking skill development, underscoring its potential as a valuable pedagogical approach in language education

Unravelling Cosmic Mysteries A Review of Santos Bonacci's Astro-Theological Discourse: “Know Thyself: The Oracle of Delphi (Part 1) Video Lecture

oai:ojs.www.journalacademicmarketingmysticismonline.net:article/145This review explores Santos Bonacci's investigation of astro-theology, investigating its connection with celestial phenomena, theology, and philosophy (Bonacci, Syncretism & Astro theology). It analyses pivotal themes including celestial alignments, astrological symbolism, the concept of ages, the role of love, the Great Year cycle, and the ancient understanding of precession. Through a multidisciplinary approach, Bonacci sheds light on the interplay between cosmic cycles and human existence, providing a profound perspective on the universe and our position within it (ibid.)

'You Can't Get Lost in Cape Town' by Zoë Wicomb: Decoding Democratic Discourse: Examining Authority and Gender Perspectives

This essay explores the complex literary analysis of Zoë Wicomb's widely read book "You Can't Get Lost in Cape Town,” paying particular attention to how the story undermines authority and gender norms. Employing a qualitative approach founded in literary criticism, the study dives into the intricate layers of Wicomb's work, giving light on the character dynamics, socio-political circumstances, and power structures woven into the fabric of the tale.The process entails a thorough analysis of the novel's major themes, character relationships, and symbolic components. Using a close reading and contextual analysis, the study aims to interpret the democratic discourse in Wicomb's literary works.   

Book Review: On the Axis of Religious Education: Individual Crime and Society (2018)

The book, On the Axis of Religious Education: Individual Crime and Society (2018) navigates the intricate relationship between religious education, individual behaviour, and societal reintegration within the context of Turkish prisons. By addressing ten pivotal questions, as part of its remit, the book scrutinizes various facets, including the personal attributes of convicted offenders, their religious affiliations before and after committing crimes, the prevalence of religious educational programs, post-incarceration changes in religious beliefs, perception of criminal acts as sins, demand for religious instruction during imprisonment, the influence of religious education on attitudes, long-term ramifications of religious learning, qualifications of religious educators, and attributes of religious education initiatives. By unravelling these inquiries, On the Axis of Religious Education: Individual Crime and Society (2018) establishes a framework for a comprehensive examination of the efficacy of religious education in fostering rehabilitation and societal reintegration among convicts. This article meticulously analyses and consolidates the book's principal findings, methodology, and implications, supplemented by pertinent scholarly insights and references spanning criminology, sociology, psychology, and religious studies