Hasil untuk "Arts in general"

Qi Wang, Zhenghang Yuan, Q. Du et al.

Change detection (CD) is an important application of remote sensing, which provides timely change information about large-scale Earth surface. With the emergence of hyperspectral imagery, CD technology has been greatly promoted, as hyperspectral data with high spectral resolution are capable of detecting finer changes than using the traditional multispectral imagery. Nevertheless, the high dimension of the hyperspectral data makes it difficult to implement traditional CD algorithms. Besides, endmember abundance information at subpixel level is often not fully utilized. In order to better handle high-dimension problem and explore abundance information, this paper presents a general end-to-end 2-D convolutional neural network (CNN) framework for hyperspectral image CD (HSI-CD). The main contributions of this paper are threefold: 1) mixed-affinity matrix that integrates subpixel representation is introduced to mine more cross-channel gradient features and fuse multisource information; 2) 2-D CNN is designed to learn the discriminative features effectively from the multisource data at a higher level and enhance the generalization ability of the proposed CD algorithm; and 3) the new HSI-CD data set is designed for objective comparison of different methods. Experimental results on real hyperspectral data sets demonstrate that the proposed method outperforms most of the state of the arts.

Hong Liu, Mingsheng Long, Jianmin Wang et al.

Yan Zhang

This study aims to investigate the impact of engaging in arts activities on the psychological well-being of Chinese university students, focusing on the mediating role of emotional intelligence, specifically perceived stress, as a moderator. Purposive and convenience sampling techniques were used to collect data from 723 public and private Chinese university students. The partial least squares-structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) technique was used to analyze Smart PLS 4 software. The result revealed that participation in arts activities positively and significantly influences university students' psychological well-being and emotional intelligence. Additionally, emotional intelligence positively and significantly mediates the relationship between participation in arts activities and psychological well-being. Lastly, perceived stress significantly negatively moderates the association between engagement in arts activities and emotional intelligence but does not significantly affect the relationship between participation in arts activities and psychological well-being. Empirical evidence indicates that participation in arts activities has a beneficial impact on students' stress levels, feelings of achievement, and general state of well-being. In addition, art activities are crucial for developing self-awareness, emotional intelligence, confidence, problem-solving abilities, creative thinking, and mindfulness practices. These findings have significant implications for educators and policymakers, underscoring the need to prioritize and advocate for integrating arts into the curriculum to enhance children's general well-being and cognitive growth. This study's limitations include its reliance on self-reported data, and lack of longitudinal design, which restricts the generalizability and depth of its findings.

D. Di Corrado, P. Tortella, M. Coco et al.

Introduction Martial arts are diverse systems of combat practices, each with its unique techniques, philosophies, and histories. Mental imagery is a multisensory experience that integrates various senses to create vivid mental representations, evoking the physical attributes of people, places, or objects not currently within our perception. In sports contexts, studies have indicated that martial arts often use imagery to enhance performance. Methods This study aimed to investigate the mediating role of self-efficacy in the relationship between static (visualizing still scenes or concepts) and dynamic (focusing on motion and action) vividness, controllability (manipulating the imagery experience), and the degree of stress, in a group of 110 martial arts athletes (61 males and 49 females), aged between 21 and 23 years old (M = 22.47, SD = 0.75). Participants were competitive athletes of karate, taekwondo and judo, having a minimum of 13 years of training skill in the sport. They completed the Vividness of Visual Imagery Questionnaire, the Vividness of Movement Imagery Questionnaire-2, the Mental Image Transformation Task, The General Self-Efficacy Scale, and Measuring Psychological Stress Test. Results A 2 × 3 (gender × sport type) between groups MANOVA showed significant differences in imagery dimensions by sport type. The results of the mediation analysis showed that self-efficacy plays a mediating role between imagery and stress. Discussion The study advanced exploration in the field of mental imagery training, providing additional evidence for its importance in improving performance and managing stress in athletes.

Zijie Lou, Gang Cao, Kun Guo et al.

Image forgery localization, which aims to segment tampered regions in an image, is a fundamental yet challenging digital forensic task. While some deep learning-based forensic methods have achieved impressive results, they directly learn pixel-to-label mappings without fully exploiting the relationship between pixels in the feature space. To address such deficiency, we propose a Multi-view Pixel-wise Contrastive algorithm (MPC) for image forgery localization. Specifically, we first pre-train the feature extraction backbone network with a supervised contrastive loss to model pixel relationships in view of within-image, cross-scale and cross-modality. That is aimed at increasing intra-class compactness and inter-class separability. Then the localization head is fine-tuned using cross-entropy loss, resulting in a better forged pixel localizer. The MPC is trained on three different scale training datasets to make a comprehensive and fair comparison with existing image forgery localization algorithms. Extensive test results on over ten public datasets show that the proposed MPC achieves higher generalization performance and robustness than the state-of-the-arts. It is particularly noteworthy that our approach maintains a high level of localization accuracy under various post-processing combinations that approximate real-world scenarios, as well as when confronted with novel intelligent editing techniques. Finally, comprehensive and detailed ablation experiments demonstrate the reasonableness of MPC.

Joan Caldarera

This paper describes a moral education arising from artistic choices and problem solving from out of one’s soul, which lead to a way of taking interest in the world and to being flexible in one’s views. Making choices creatively, imaginatively becomes a habit through a truly artistic education. So does maintaining an inner confidence Through Waldorf education, students choose to nourish their soul; to hold themselves accountable; to have the freedom to realize knowledge from risk and failure; and to experience thinking not just in their heads, but also in their hands or bodies, depending on the medium. To be able to accomplish all this integration of experiences through the creative process and offer something beautiful back to the world is proof enough of their innate wisdom. This paper examines the role of imagination and the arts that rely on imagination as catalysts for moral intelligence. From there, a discussion on the place of morality in educating for a democratic people and as a goal of Waldorf education in general is examined.

Szymon Zaręba

This article examines the 2024 judgment of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in J. Paul Getty Trust and Others v. Italy, concerning the ownership and cultural heritage status of the ancient bronze statue Atleta di Fano (Victorious Youth). It analyses how the ECtHR addresses questions of cultural property and its inclusion in a nation’s cultural heritage. The judgment demonstrates that, when evaluating the cultural heritage value of a work of art for a particular country, the Court considers the issue of possible state ownership to be of little importance, and instead takes a range of other, even relatively unconventional factors into account, provided that the national authorities have done so as well. This approach reveals the ECtHR’s willingness to grant States Parties to the European Convention on Human Rights a wide margin of appreciation in determining both the relevant facts and their legal interpretation. Moreover, the judgment in J. Paul Getty Trust and Others v. Italy shows a degree of deference even towards domestic findings that may appear less persuasive. Such reasoning ultimately benefits states that have long maintained robust legal frameworks for the appropriation of discovered cultural property, reinforcing their capacity to protect and retain objects of archaeological heritage.

Seprianus A. Nenotek, I. Made Suta Paramarta, Alya E. Sjioen et al.

This study explores the role of linguistic elements in supporting or hindering sustainable and inclusive tourism, a vital factor for the economic growth of the regency, which depends heavily on tourism. The research aims to fill this gap by comprehensively analyzing the linguistic landscape in Timor Tengah Selatan Regency (TTS) of East Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia, and its impact on tourism development. Data for the study were gathered from all potential tourist destinations listed on the government website, including beaches, nature reserves, baths or waterfalls, tourist villages, and religious tourism sites. Data collection methods included observation, photographic documentation, and interviews. The collected data were analyzed using both qualitative approaches. The signage at these tourist locations typically included directional signs to the destinations, name boards, directional signs within the sites, and other informational signs, such as reminders to keep the area clean or to protect the trees. The signs were predominantly in Indonesian and English, presented in monolingual formats. The linguistic landscape in the tourist areas of TTS represents a critical intersection of language and tourism. This research adds to the broader discussion on sustainable tourism by emphasizing the significance of linguistic diversity and inclusive practices in achieving long-term sustainability objectives.

M. Campisi, Luana Cannella, Dilek Celik et al.

The growing phenomenon of population aging is redefining demographic dynamics, intensifying age-related conditions, especially dementia, projected to triple by 2050 with an enormous global economic burden. This study investigates visual arts-mediated Cognitive Activation Therapy (CAT) as a non-pharmacological CAT intervention targets both biological aging [leukocyte telomere length (LTL), DNA methylation age (DNAmAge)] and cognitive functionality. Aligning with a broader trend of integrating non-pharmacological approaches into dementia care. The longitudinal study involved 20 patients with mild to moderate neurocognitive disorders. Cognitive and functional assessments, and biological aging markers -i.e., LTL and DNAmAge- were analyzed before and after CAT intervention. Change in LTL was positively correlated with days of treatment (p =0.0518). LTL significantly elongated after intervention (p =0.0269), especially in men (p =0.0142), correlating with younger age (p =0.0357), and higher education (p =0.0008). DNAmAge remained instead stable post-treatment. Cognitive and functional improvements were observed for Copy of complex geometric figure, Progressive Silhouettes, Position Discrimination, Communication Activities of Daily Living—Second edition, Direct Functional Status (p < 0.0001) and Object decision (p =0.0594), but no correlations were found between LTL and cognitive gains. Visual arts-mediated CAT effectively mitigates cellular aging, especially in men, by elongating LTL. These findings underscore the potential of non-pharmacological interventions in enhancing cognitive and functional status and general well-being in dementia care. Further research with larger and longer-term studies is essential for validation.

Katie Markham, E. Coffield, Jessica Crosby

ABSTRACT That COVID-19 impacted the ability of Higher Education providers to furnish students with practical learning experiences is in no doubt. Between 2020 and 21, national and internationally imposed restrictions on in-person activities incurred a dramatic shift towards online learning systems across the globe and the de-prioritisation or adaptation of many employability-based offers for university students. Arguing that these changes disproportionately impacted employability provision for students registered on professionalisation-based Arts and Humanities courses we use the results of 27 semi-structured interviews, conducted with students registered on one of six UK-based museums, curatorial or heritage courses between 2020 and 2021, to explore how COVID-19 manifested as a crisis of employability for these students. Focusing particularly on Mark Fisher’s [2014. Ghosts of My Life: Writings on Depression, Hauntology & Lost Futures. Winchester: Zero Books] reflections on the psychological and affective impacts of previous international crises (e.g. the 2008 financial crash), we use our analysis to highlight the ways in which employability was felt by our participants during this period through the effects of stagnation, loss and a resistant hauntological presence. Such findings, we argue, are not specific to COVID-19 alone, but are conditional to a more general response to the employability crisis that we suggest has relevance to university educators beyond the UK. Indeed, it is our contention that understanding such global systemic shocks from a student perspective is essential if we are to improve our responses to such crises in the future, and we use this article to urge further reflections on the enmeshment between employability and crisis going forward.

U. Moenig, Minho Kim, Hyunjeong Choi

There have been a variety of attempts by scholars to neatly define and categorize Asian martial arts terminology, often in connection with martial arts history, philosophy, and practical training activities. Overall, the English term ‘martial arts’ is typically linked to East Asian fighting activities. In comparison, Western fighting methods, such as boxing and wrestling, are almost never referred to as ‘martial arts’ but mostly labeled ‘sports’ or ‘combat sports.’ This is reflected in the basic split of the broader martial arts community, which is between the so-called traditionalists and the modernists. The former often stress spirituality and mysticism and claim that the primary aim of martial arts is self-defense, while the latter are commonly affiliated with sports training and competitive events. The rift between the two camps is not settled and it represents the main reason of the many conflicting opinions and arguments articulated in the martial arts discourse. The principle method of this study is an extensive literature review with the aim to clarify the confusion by pointing out the many paradoxes present in the historical and philosophical narratives in connection with practical training activities of the martial arts. Besides, this article represents also a critique of the general, academic discourse about the Asian martial arts, which often appears disingenuous and is generally dominated by the traditionalists.

Franco Delogu, M. Nelson, Shannon C. Timmons et al.

We describe herein a large-scale, multidisciplinary course-based undergraduate research experience program (CRE) developed at Lawrence Technological University (LTU). In our program, all students enrolled in CRE classes participate in authentic research experiences within the framework of the curriculum, eliminating self-selection processes and other barriers to traditional extracurricular research experiences.Since 2014, we have designed and implemented more than 40 CRE courses in our College of Arts and Sciences involving more than 30 instructors from computer science, mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, English composition, literature, philosophy, media communication, nursing, and psychology.Assessment survey data indicates that students who participate in CRE courses have an enhanced attitude towards research and discovery, as well as increased self-efficacy. This intervention is particularly relevant for non-traditional students, such as students who commute and/or have significant work or childcare commitments, who often experience limited access to research activities.Herein we highlight the importance of a systemic institutional change that has made this intervention sustainable and likely to outlast the external funding phase. Systemic change can emerge from a combination of conditions, including: (1) developing a critical mass of CRE courses by providing instructors with both incentives and training; (2) developing general principles on which instructors can base their CRE activities; (3) securing and maintaining institutional support to promote policy changes towards a more inclusive institution; and (4) diversifying the range of the intervention, both in terms of initiatives and disciplines involved.

N. Sunderland, Fiona Stevens, Kate Knudsen et al.

There is a growing call for arts-health and community arts professionals to work in ‘trauma informed ways’ to prevent re-traumatisation and promote healing. This paper reports on a scoping review of existing literature that deal with trauma aware and informed practice and its applications in arts-health and community arts. Trauma informed practice does not seek to target or treat trauma but, rather, seeks to provide a safer and more informed space for people who experience post-traumatic stress conditions and symptoms to engage in facilitated arts activities. We particularly examine the extent to which existing literature acknowledges the presence of oppression-related collective trauma – such as racial trauma – and offers appropriate creative, anti-oppressive and trauma aware practice approaches. A total of 19 articles were included following librarian input and team checking. Included articles were written in English, published in peer reviewed academic journals, included a creative arts component, and adopted an intentional trauma informed or aware approach to practice. An additional three sources were included as part of descriptive synthesis to foreground leading First Nations resources for practice. Although no specific guidelines for trauma aware practice in arts-health or community arts were found, findings are consolidated at the end of the paper to offer interim principles, values and activities for trauma aware and informed practice in arts-health and community arts. Findings can also inform general trauma related research and therapy by highlighting the growing role of arts and creativity in responding to diverse experiences of trauma and its effects.

Ivete Souza da Silva

O presente texto discorre sobre o trabalho artístico Cartas Bordadas realizado durante a pesquisa de Estágio Pós-Doutoral, desenvolvida no Programa de Pós-Graduação em educação da Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (PPGE/UFSC). A pesquisa teve como objetivo construir proposições educativas que abordassem as questões interculturais a partir da narrativa dos moradores das cidades de Boa Vista, capital do estado de Roraima-RR e Florianópolis, capital do estado de Santa Catarina-SC. Cartas Bordadas é a terceira e última etapa da pesquisa, uma não-síntese que reúne fragmentos de narrativas contadas em cartas escritas e trocadas entre os moradores das duas cidades. São fragmentos de narrativas, desenhadas com linhas e palavras. São linhas que tecem escrituras bordadas misturando histórias narradas em cartas. Nos escritos reflito sobre meu percurso com o bordado e com a pesquisa, sendo a memória o fio condutor dessa conversa.

Margot van Schinkel

Residue was found in two cylindrical apothecary jars with similar inscriptions in the Rijksmuseum’s collection. There is a considerable difference in the age of these jars: the majolica albarello was made in Italy in the early sixteenth century, whereas the albarello made of tin-glazed earthenware was made in Delft more than two centuries later. Their inscriptions (JERA PIGRA and EL/ HIRAE PICRAE respectively) refer to the pharmaceutical preparation ‘hiera picra’ (Holy Bitter). The history of this medicine, which was said to give supernatural powers, goes back more than two thousand years. The main ingredient of this preparation was aloe Socotrina, which gave it its bitter taste. The research included the technique, shape, inscriptions, use and contents of these objects. Samples were taken from the residues found in both objects in order to determine the chemical composition. This was achieved using gas chromatographymass spectrometry (THM-GCMS) in combination with pyrolysis. A link to hiera picra could not be established, but the research provided a great deal of information about the background of both objects.

Diane Macdonald, Danielle Gullotta, Isabella Conte et al.

Riyadh Al-Badiri, Muhannad Jassim

مقدمة تخضع أصوات اللغة في استعمالها وعلاقة كل صوت فيها بالأصوات الأخرى لقواعد معينة يطلق عليها التشكيل الصوتي لذلك كانت دراسة الأصوات من ناحية المخارج والصفات مقدمة لدراسة التشكيل الصوتي . إننا عندما نتكلم عن تأثير الأصوات في حال تجاورها في نحو الإبدال والإدغام والقلب وغير ذلك , مما يعتري الصوت اللغوي في حال التشكيل والمجاورة , لا نجدها غائبة عن البحث الصوتي عند القدامى , بل نجدها تسير وفقاً لقوانين صوتية تكاد تكون مضطردة , فقد كانت هذه القوانين محل اهتمام وتتبع عندهم , عندما تطرقوا إليها عند دراستهم لعلم الصرف الذي لا ينفك عن علم الأصوات . يحاول البحث تلمس مواطن هذه القوانين الصوتية في شروح كتاب سيبويه ومدى فاعليتها في التشكيل الصوتي واضطرادها

Gonzalo Rodríguez Gómez

Tot i que alguns crítics i historiadors de l'art vaticinaren la fi de la pintura durant el segle XX, les evidències del bon estat en què es troba el medi han servit per expandir el significat de la pintura i les seves possibilitats expressives, ampliant els límits del medi i conjugant-la amb diferents disciplines sense cap tipus de prejudici. En aquest article ens apropem a l'obra de dos artistes que mantenen llaços estrets amb les ciutats de Barcelona i París, Xavier Escribà i Miquel Mont. El nostre ànim no és reflectir les coincidències entre els dos autors sinó reivindicar l'obertura que han aportat amb les seves pròpies trajectòries.

Jovita F. Punzalan