Native Culture Research Articles

‘We Have Our Own Stories to Write, and We Will Write Them’: Defining Resilience with Aboriginal Young People

Colonization is understood as a determinant of health for Indigenous people globally. Understanding colonization through a lens of historical trauma offers new insights into the field of Aboriginal young peoples’ health and wellbeing. Grounded in the Indigenous research paradigm, this study conducted interviews with 15 Aboriginal young people living on Gamilaroi Country, New South Wales, Australia. Three stories are presented to explain how Aboriginal young people understand their resilience, strength and resistance as an integral component of historical trauma. Aboriginal young people identified the need to connect and to continue to draw strength from their ancestors and to be cognizant of the hope and strengths they have as Aboriginal people and describe how this strength can ensure Aboriginal culture is sustained for generations to come.

Social Impact of Islamic Education in the Development of Modern Society

This research aims to analyze the contribution of education to social development. This research uses a qualitative approach. Data was collected through observation, interviews and documentation. Data were analyzed using the Miles Huberman collection, reduction, presentation and concluding model. The results of this research show that education has a significant contribution to physical development and social development. The influence of native culture was introduced to the people of Pontianak City and fellow migrant communities. Cultural interactions and language crossings are the most significant aspects of this social dynamic. Education has a role in forming new and iconic areas. A symbiotic relationship exists between students as users and urban communities as service providers. As a policy maker, the campus also influences the considerations of students and the community.

Origin, Transformation and Application: Hong Xiuquan’s Mysticism in the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom

Abstract As a continental country full of mysterious traditions, extremely inclusive and with periodic regime changes, China has experienced various phenomena of coexistence of “theism” and “atheism” after long-standing debates. Under the belief that “God exists” with his mystical experiences, Hong Xiuquan studied Eastern and Western religions and finally set off “the practice of Islam and Manichaeism in the external form of Christianity”. Combining “the oriental native culture of Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism, witchcraft and medicine with the confrontation between the Manchu and Han regimes”, the Taiping Rebellion was carried out, which was more cruel and vast than the American Civil War. Through comparative research on the similarities and differences between “his own and Western perceptions of his religious experience”, we grasp the causes and principles of his miraculous phenomena, such as his life, dreaming and preaching, from a new perspective on theology and life practice. It analyzes and re-examines the significance of religion in promoting the historical process of China, America and Eurasia and answers the questions of “whether Hong Xiuquan’s beliefs and miracles truly exist, and how to establish the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom through different religions” that have been neglected in the past. This research can also be used to judge the form of warfare in different cultural and religious contexts.

Феномен “Pochos” в контексте дихотомии «свой – чужой» (на материале мексиканского сегмента социальных сетей)

The aim of the research is to identify the specificity of the linguistic objectivization of the Pocho’s image, as represented in the cognitive base of Mexicans. To attain this aim, the paper highlights several thematic blocks that provide an understanding of the characteristics of pochos that are most significant for Mexicans. The scientific novelty of the paper lies in examining this phenomenon in the context of the “us – them” issue, as well as in the research material itself. The paper is the first to identify the semantic features of the Pocho’s image by tracking the opinions of Mexicans presented in a unique form of communication in the online environment: user comments on social networks. The research findings suggest that a special situation has developed in Mexican culture, where an extremely negative image of “one of us” consciously rejecting one’s native culture and adopting the values of another culture is the intermediate member in the binary opposition of “us – them”. The transformation of the binary opposition of “us – them” into a gradual one in this case reflects the crisis of national identity that Mexicans have faced due to specific migratory processes occurring in the geographic area of their residence.

Voices of Identity: Exploring Identity Development and Transformation Among Urban American Indian/Alaska Native Emerging Adults

ABSTRACT Emerging adulthood shapes personal, professional, and overall well-being through identity exploration. This study addresses a gap in the minority identity literature by investigating how urban AI/AN emerging adults think about their identity and discussing challenges and protective factors associated with exploring their identity holistically. This mixed-methods study created a sampling framework based on discrimination experiences, cultural identity, social network support, mental health, and problematic substance use. We recruited 20 urban AI/AN emerging adults for interviews. We sought to gain deeper insights into their experiences and discussions surrounding identity formation and exploration. We provide descriptives for demographic characteristics and conducted a thematic analysis of the qualitative data from the interviews. Four themes emerged: a) being an urban AI/AN emerging adult means recognizing that one’s identity is multifaceted; b) a multifaceted identity comes with tension of living in multiple worlds; c) the trajectory of one’s identity grows over time to a deeper desire to connect with Native American culture; and d) understanding one’s Native American background affects one’s professional trajectory. Findings underscore the importance of developing programs to support well-being and identity development through cultural connection for urban AI/AN emerging adults.

Perceptions of Tree Diseases in Indigenous Communities: Native Alaskan and Hawaiian Insights

Abstract Concern for tree mortality and damage, and preferences for management interventions, reflect people’s values and cultures. We examine perceptions of tree diseases in two Indigenous communities to provide examples of the types of distress and attitudes that arise when tree diseases significantly damage cultural values. Summaries of yellow-cedar decline as perceived by Tlingit and Haida Alaska Natives and rapid ʻōhiʻa death (ROD) and Native Hawaiian culture underscore the interconnections between local people and local forests and the ways forest diseases can impart a loss of culture and connections to ancestors. The complex relationships between Indigenous people, ecosystems, and tree diseases highlight the importance of the inclusion of diverse viewpoints to inform natural resource planning and management so that it may be conducted equitably and ethically. Study Implications: Consideration of cultural and social impacts as criteria for prioritization of forest disease management requires knowledge of the types and intensity of impacts that forest diseases have on Indigenous and Western culture. A greater understanding of the diversity of perspectives toward forest diseases is needed to inform natural resource planning and management so that it may be conducted in an ecologically sound and inclusive manner.

Penjajahan Negara-Negara Barat Atas Negara-Negara Islam

Islamic culture has been on a steady decline from the time of the prophet, who ushered in its golden age. A factor contributing to Islamic stagnation was the emergence of Western nations that colonized Islamic nations. In their imperialistic pursuit of power, wealth, culture, and politics, Western nations prey on Islamic nations. Consequently, it is intriguing to examine their colonization of Islamic nations. My goal in writing this paper is to gain a better understanding of the reasons behind western colonization of Islamic countries. I hope that all students in Indonesia, and particularly those at UINSU, will read it and be inspired to work towards a world where Islamic countries no longer face colonization from the West.. Library research is the methodology employed in this article. There was a lengthy period of Islamic stagnation due to the colonization of the archipelago by western powers. This was accompanied by devastating conflicts, economic and social inequalities, the loss of native culture and civilization, and the introduction of Christianity. Due in part to the fact that Islamic countries are unable to stand up to Western colonization on their own, Islam has been unable to advance in recent centuries. Economic, social, political, and legal decisions may all stem from the need for prior permission from the federal government in order to pass legislation pertaining to a state. A number of indigenous peoples' desires to secede from their colonial masters emerged in response to Western colonialism. Some of the colonized states that rose up in opposition to the occupying power were successful in becoming independent nations, while others were unable to do so due to the superior military might of the colonial power.

Developing Chinese Prospective EFL Teachers' NCA: A Qualitative Approach

Improving the Native Cultural Awareness (NCA) of EFL teachers is one of the important challenges facing higher education institutions in China. To give insights in this problem, based on the Intercultural Communication Competence (ICC) theory, this study investigated and analyzed how to develop prospective English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers' NCA. Specifically, this paper recruited 70 Prospective EFL teachers from a university in China to conduct a six-week qualitative study. Non-numerical data related to semi-structured interviews and topic writing were collected and qualitatively analyzed using the qualitative analysis software NVivo. The results show that “Native Cultural Sensitivity” and “Key Native Cultural Awareness” play an important role in prospective EFL teachers' NCA. This paper uncovers specific changes in cultural critical awareness due to the training, providing valuable guidance for enhancing the cultural critical competence of prospective EFL teachers. Moreover, this paper also provides crucial insights for fostering a more sensitive understanding and response to native culture among prospective EFL teachers.

Experiences of occupational therapy students undertaking an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health module: embedding cultural responsiveness in professional curricula.

Objective Along with other Australian health professionals, occupational therapy students need to understand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and health issues to develop their capacity to work effectively with this community and meet accreditation standards. The study aimed to explore the learning experiences of occupational therapy students during a module focused on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' health issues and approaches. Methods A qualitative descriptive method was used. Individual interviews were audiotaped, transcribed and analysed thematically following the module. Participants were asked about their prior experience with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, feelings about undertaking the module, difficulties and highlights of the module, and how the module contributed to their learning. Results In all, 18 students participated in interviews. Interview themes were (1) student context of learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' heath and culture, (2) experiencing the module with others and (3) student learning gains following the module. Conclusion Students developed in their self-awareness and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' issues of relevance to occupational therapy. Further research is needed to evaluate educational activities with occupational therapy and other health professional students across Australia, and ongoing culturally responsiveness training for health professionals (post-registration).

TEACHING FOLK SONGS OF VIETNAM’S CENTRAL REGION FOR VOCAL MUSIC STUDENTS AT THANH HOA UNIVERSITY OF CULTURE, SPORTS AND TOURISM

The need for innovation in teaching methods, flexibility and creativity in applying techniques helps students develop not only performance skills but also a deeper understanding of music and native culture. Teaching Central folk songs is not simply about imparting knowledge but also about promoting students' development and understanding of traditional musical art. Diversity and creativity in teaching methods will help create future generations of talented and passionate artists.

CULTURAL EROSION IN INDIA : CULTURAL LOSS AND A THREAT TO THE NATION'S TRADITIONS AND ETHNICITY

CULTURAL EROSION IN INDIA : CULTURAL LOSS AND A THREAT TO THE NATION'S TRADITIONS AND ETHNICITY

The national idea in the works of turkic writers (Yusuf Balasaguni, Abai Qunanbaiuly, Aleksey Kulakovsky)

The article aims to reveal the peculiarities of the national idea in the works of Turkic writers Yusuf Balasaguni, Abai Qunanbaiuly and Aleksey Kulakovsky. The relevance of the article is connected with the value-based and common cultural understanding of literary texts in Turkic languages created in different periods of history. For the first time the works of named authors are comparatively examined by revealing the notion of national idea in their writings. Historical-typological and comparativehistorical research methods have been used to compare the works of the writers. The most acclaimed works of aforementioned Turkic writers were chosen as the subject of analysis: “Blessed Knowledge” (1069–1070) by Yusuf Balasaguni, “Words of Edification” (1890–1898) by Abai Qunanbaiuly and “The Dream of a Shaman” (1910) by Aleksey Kulakovsky. All three writers were versatile personalities with a special way of thinking, an active attitude to life, and patriotic aspirations, who occupied a special place in the history of their peoples as spiritual leaders. As translators of traditional spiritual and moral values, they raised the issue of the preservation and development of their native culture in works. The article suggests that the typological similarity of the works is caused by the cultural and historical similarity of their regions and their belonging to the same language family. It is suggested that the idea of unity and preservation of the people, which is expressed in ancient Turkic monuments, has been imprinted in the genetic memory of the Turkic-speaking peoples. Genetic-typological similarities can also be seen in the genre of the works, which are all recipient-oriented and are written in the form of an appeal to the people. The works are also similar in their narrative style: the authors address their listeners directly, appealing to their feelings with the help of various rhetorical figures, which also has its genetic roots in the Orkhon-Yenisei monuments, written on behalf of the ancient Turkic rulers who called on their people to unite. The enlighteners, being highly educated people, understood that socio-cultural transformation and development of the society were based on the acquisition of knowledge and scientific foundations, and therefore they promoted the idea of national revival along the civilisational and progressive path of development of the society. Abai Qunanbaiuly and Aleksey Kulakovsky, realising that the union of cultures could only contribute to the progress of society, called for the acceptance of the achievements of Russian culture and the learning of the Russian language.

Ecological camps for children of indigenous peoples of the North: background and prospects

To organize any environmental camp, it is necessary to find its prerequisites, from which the goals and objectives of the camp are established. Since 2000 up to the present time in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) nomadic camps - temporary educational organizations during summer days for children living in remote, hard-to-reach settlements of the Arctic, where indigenous small-numbered peoples of the North live. The article deals with the process of creating the first ecological camps for children of the indigenous peoples of the North - Evens, as well as the development and search for optimal options for new forms of temporary children's groups during the summer vacation days in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) for environmental education, rational nature management, teaching the native language and culture, including traditional economic activities of the peoples of the North. Experience has shown that the nomadic ethno-ecological camp is a new form in the field of environmental education. During the camps' activities, various technologies and methods were applied with the direct participation of conservationists and educators in the field of ecology and biology.

ИНДИГЕННЫЙ ПОВОРОТ В УГРОВЕДЕНИИ

The article is devoted to the indigenous turn in Ugric studies, which refers to the cardinal changes that have occurred in Siberian ethnological and anthropological knowledge under the influence of the rapid entry into the humanities the Ob Ugrians (Khanty and Mansi) representatives, who are studying their culture “from the inside”. What is the specificity of this kind of research? What place do they occupy in the general scientific ethnographic field? What are their social functions and priorities, advantages and/or limitations? The article aims at searching for answers to these questions. The object of analysis is the Ob-Ugric Institute of Applied Research and Development, in which today the main research forces of the ethnic scientific intelligentsia of the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug — Ugra are concentrated. While considering the history of the institute creation, attention is drawn to the fact that the Ugric indigenous science formation was facilitated by all-Russian trends of regionalization, the activities of ethnically oriented public organizations in the okrug, as well as individual representatives of Russian and foreign science. The article highlights the contribution of the first leaders and employees of the institute (“founders”) to its scientific basis. In conclusion, the author brings up for discussion the problem of dialogue constructing during fieldwork. It is concluded that emphasizing the uniqueness of indigenous researchers as carriers of their native language and culture and upholding the independence of scientific centers created in Western Siberia occurred in the general context of global trends of indigenization and destigmatization. Emerging tendencies towards isolation are being overcome as northern/indigenous science becomes more established and equal dialogues are built in broader scientific contexts.

Knowledge Distillation and Transfer Learning Combined for Innovative Visualization Teaching of Non-Heritage Designs

Abstract This study introduces a novel approach by combining knowledge distillation and transfer learning to create a model that, despite its smaller size, approaches the accuracy of its much larger counterparts. It leverages a trained model from a source domain (teacher) to enhance an untrained model in a target domain (student) with significantly fewer parameters. Through transfer learning, we utilize pre-trained deep learning model parameters as initial values. This paper also explores integrating intangible cultural heritage (ICH) information with school curricula, transforming traditional knowledge presentation into intuitive, personalized displays. Our findings highlight that ICH visualization spans nine categories, with traditional arts and crafts leading with 25 items. Interestingly, only 22.58% of students understand Native American culture, pointing towards the potential for educational enhancement. The research suggests designing curriculum with varied teaching activities to improve students’ comprehensive skills.

The Examination of Stuart Hall’s Postcolonial Perspective on Displacement and Identity Discontinuity in Fadia Faqir’s The Cry of the Dove (2007).

Displacement is a key concept in postcolonial Diaspora literature that interprets the transition from the motherland, native culture, traditions, and native language to a different setting. Such geographical, cultural and psychological transitions result in an identity crisis, fragmentation and discontinuity. The objective of this study is to investigate, in Fadia Faqir's The Cry of the Dove, the process of identity development amid displacement of a female Arab Muslim in a postcolonial setting. Using Stuart Hall's theory of Cultural Identity and Diaspora, this article applies a postmodern reading on the novel to discern how displacement affects the identity of the main protagonist Salma. Hence, Salma experiences a series of encounters following her transition from her original space to a new one that results in an identity crisis characterised by fragmentation, sense of alienation and uncertainty. In a postmodernist Stuart Hallian sense, Fadia Faqir’s female protagonist suffers from an existentialist, discontinuous identity characterized by skepticism, uncertainty, fragmentation and paradox, following a journey of physical and psychological displacement.

An overview of some pharmacologically relevant therapeutic plants from Kerala's sacred groves

In Kerala's native culture, sacred groves are referred to as "Kavu" and have long been used as archives for traditional knowledge and biodiversity. Many medicinal plants with strong pharmacological properties can be found in these distinctive habitats, and they have historically provided local populations with medicine. Studying the pharmacological significance of plants from Kerala's sacred groves will help us to gain a better understanding of the value of nature-based therapies in a time when both natural resources and traditional knowledge systems are more crucial than ever. This comprehensive review article seeks to study wide variety of medicinal plants present in Kerala's sacred groves, including Murdannia pauciflora, Osbeckia muralis and Indoneesiella echioides, offering light on their historical use and pharmacological qualities that have been proven.

Identity markers among Koreans in Germany and the United States: Language loss and food preferences

Korean Americans and Korean Germans exhibit similarities in their upbringing and migration processes: The first generation, speaking Korean natively and solid in their identity as Koreans, attempt to raise their children with a Korean identity in a culture, where English or German is the mainstream language. Given their minority status in either country, passing on their native tongue is difficult. The second generation struggles in their ability to speak Korean, even though they are exposed to it at home and at Korean language school. Cultural concepts that are familiar to Koreans also prove difficult to translate, such as jeong or han. But consuming and talking about Korean food appears to be the gateway for second generation youth to their parents’ native country and culture, which they otherwise experience via mediated memories.
 In general, food preferences seem to mirror migrants’ identities and identity processes: While abroad, the first generation cooks Korean food to cope with feelings of homesickness and to create community and a sense of belonging in the diaspora. As a result, Korean food, much more than the Korean language, seems to be the Korean identity marker that gets passed on successfully to the next generation. The second generation, whether in Germany or the United States, is familiar with and appreciates Korean food, while they also experiment with combining Korean food elements with American or German ones. Just like the first generation, the second-generation Koreans have also experienced their fair share of food shaming due to the odiferous nature of Korean food, but it is still part of their daily lives. In fact, the second generation deliberately chooses to include Korean food and combinations thereof in their life, as it has become a source of pride. Creating Korean German or Korean American dishes mirrors the second generation’s hybridity and fluidity of their perceived identities.
 Since the command of the Korean language significantly declines among second-generation Koreans due to assimilation forces, many cannot claim fluency in their parents’ native language. Hence, cooking, eating, and talking about Korean food seems to be the remaining marker of Koreanness, other than their physical appearance.

Literary text as a means of developing intercultural competence in Chinese linguist trainees

The article studies the development of intercultural competence in the process of teaching international students. We discuss the preparation of trainee linguists from the People’s Republic of China for intercultural communication while studying fiction.Reading literary works develops the students’ ability to empathize and argue their position, their skills of text analysis, enriches the students’ language. A literary text is an important means for introducing international students to the culture they are studying, specific national characteristics and traditions of Russia, which is a part of their preparation for intercultural communication.The article points out the difficulties that foreigners experience in the perception of poetic works, caused by their ambiguity and imagery, but concludes that it is necessary and possible to study not only prose, but also poetry with trainees from the PRC.To participate in intercultural dialogue interns need to be able to compare the features of their native and studied cultures in order to identify differences and similarities in national cultural values and to realize universal human values. We consider it important for interns to be able to talk about their native culture in the target language. To solve these problems, we turn to literary texts of Chinese literature along with the study of Russian literature.Based on the gained experience, the article provides examples of studying fiction with trainee linguists from the People’s Republic of China.

Features and problems of teaching Russian medical lexis to Arabic-speaking medical students and their solution with the help of mnemonics

The article identifies the main problems that arise when teaching Russian to Arabic-speaking medical students. The purpose of our research is to consider typical features and errors in the perception of medical lexis by Arab medical students and identify ways of solving them using mnemonics. In the theory and methodology of teaching Russian as a foreign language, there is a constant search for effective methods to solve the following problems of spelling: “mirror writing” among Arab medical students, as well as errors arising from the interfering influence of English and French, the replacement of letters and the omission of certain letters in medical terms. The article also focuses on the problems of Arabic-speaking students’ perception related to their native Arabic culture, namely right-to-left writing, known in linguistics as “Semitic writing”, and the perception of the chronology of events, which is also directly related to the right-hand Semitic writing. We suggest our own special mnemonics for Arab medical students. The obtained results showed that our mnemonic techniques contribute not only to the elimination of the abovementioned spelling errors and perception problems, but also activate the mechanism of hemispheric interaction and neural connections in the brain; consequently, Arabic-speaking students actively memorize and consolidate professional medical lexis in Russian in the classes of Russian as a foreign language.