Cinema semiotics: An application of Hodge and Tripp’s Paradigm/Syntagm approach

Abstract. Various scholars have defined the term semiotics according to their understanding but with a unifying central meaning which is the study of signs. Two important aspects of semiotics are syntagm and paradigm. The organization of signs by chain is referred to as syntagm, while by choice it is referred to as paradigm. According to Hodge & Tripp (1986), as far as syntagmatic structures are concerned, texts are examined from three different angles or variables: space, time, and continuity. Moreover, in film the interpretations of individual, shots depend on both paradigmatic analysis (comparing it, not necessarily, with the use of alternative kinds of shots) and syntagmatic analysis (comparing it with preceding and following shots). This paper, applies the concept of Syntagm and Paradigm given by Hodge and Tripp to analyse the structure of two films from Nigeria’s film industries i.e. Kanywood and Nollywood industries.Keywords. Cinema, Semiotics, Syntagm, Paradigm, Film, Kanywood, Nollywood.JEL. Z00, Y90, H80

Assessment of Reservoir Storage in a Semi-Arid Environment Using Gould Probability Matrix

This study made an assessment of the existing reservoir capacity of Tiga Dam in Kano State, Nigeria, of 1090 x 106m3 using Gould Probability Matrix method. A generated annual inflow series between (1906 and 2004), rainfall and evaporation loss estimated for the period between 1990 and 2004 coupled with demand data obtained from Bichi (2003) and the Hadejia Jamaare River Basin Authority (HJRBA), are used in this study. The results indicated that the probability of failure approaches zero at a reservoir capacity of 540 x 106m3. Less than 0.25% probability of failure could be achieved with a capacity of 270 x 106m3 and the downstream requirement could be increased to certain substantial amount by reducing the capacity of the dam thereby allowing flow into Hadejia-Jama'are River and Kumodugu-Yobe system which has been completely regulated. Increasing the downstream flow will alleviate social, economic and environmental trauma that had been subjected to the downstream community. Keywords: Gould Probability Matrix; Tiga Dam; Probability of Failure; Reservoir Capacity; DownstreamAfrican Research Review Vol. 2 (3) 2008: pp. 35-5

An Appraisal of Morality and its Implication: An Islamic Perspectives

Moral according to the teachings of Islam is when we do everything based on the Qur’an, while moral in society is when we do everything that is in accordance with the rules that apply in society. The aim of this research is to highlight that moral is an important aspect that must be learned by everyone. At present there are many cases that illustrate moral degradation such as sexual harassment behavior, the use of illegal drugs and others. This of course needs improvement and the most important thing is improvement in the world of education where there must be moral cultivation in children based on the Qur’an and Sunnah. The paper also finds out that Muslims are copying some of the immoral character which is not neither in the Qur’an nor in the Sunnah. Analytical method used in the conducting the research. The research also recommended that Muslims should be good morals and emulate the teaching of Qur’an and Sunnah of the Prophet SAW on good morals and ethics

Kelembagaan Madrasah Di Indonesia

Madrasah as a form of innovation from boarding - indegenuos institutional-sampoai currently undertaking in the embodiment of Islamic values in the process of education. This mandate is least visible from the travel of government policy with regard to religious education and madrasas. Nevertheless, served until the current contribution of madrasas is still not maximized, given the complexity of the problems faced. In this discussion, at least remind the need for integration of the spirit of madrasa education and pesantern if you want to survive

Development Strategy of Kebun Jagung Yoyo as a Tourism Object in Tarumajaya District of Bekasi Regency

This research aims to identify internal and external factors, analyze what strategies can be implemented and what strategies are recommended in an effort to develop Yoyo Corn Garden as a tourist attraction. Research was conducted at the Yoyo Corn Garden natural tourist attraction in Tarumajaya District, Bekasi Regency. The problem that occurs is that the number of visitors continues to decline every week. The decrease in the number of visitors was caused by a lack of promotion, facilities and management knowledge to manage the business which was not yet optimal. The method used in this research is SWOT analysis using the IFAS, EFAS matrices and the grand strategy matrix. In every environmental analysis there are several factors in it, namely strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. The results of this research in the SWOT analysis obtained 9 alternative strategies that can be used. The results of calculating the total score on the IFAS matrix are 1.50 and the total score on the EFAS matrix is ​​1.29, this shows that the opportunities and strengths that are owned can overcome weaknesses and threats well. The position of Yoyo Corn Plantation in the grand strategy matrix is ​​in quadrant I (one), so the strategy that will be recommended to be implemented is an aggressive strategy using the SO (strength - opportunity) strategy by utilizing internal strengths to maximize existing opportunities in an effort to develop Yoyo Corn Plantation as an object. tour

Pembelajaran Sejarah Peradaban Islam Melalui Online Game and Quiz

History of Islamic civilization is a subject which gives advantages for all people who learn it, but unfortunately it can\u27t be realized in the results of learning. The impression of monotonous, static, bored, and saturated is responses that always appears when people learning history. Online gameand quiz is application that helped by web and internet access which enable students and teachers to learn History of Islamic civilization easily. This application indirectly make easy students and teachers to minimize the main problems in learning History of Islamic Civilization, they are complexity of material and students\u27 overfullness. As one alternative in learning History of Islamic civilization, this application still needs improvement. Sharing between teachers of History of Islamic civilization is defiitely expected to make this application better