Form Of Storytelling Research Articles

“THE LIGHT OF THE NIGHT” IN THE FOOTLIGHTS: CERVANTES’ MOTIFS IN THE CONCEPT OF A MULTIMODAL DRAMA BY ANTONIO BUENO GARCIA

The review examines the nature, characteristics, and new configurations of the dramatic multimodal work of A. Bueno García “Cervantes in Algiers: Captive in Algiers, The Light of the Night”. The review dwells upon thorough yet concise explanation of modes the elements interaction for the sake of conveying meaning to evoke emotional responses from the audience. The book under the review discloses the main theme of the pivotal role of love in Cervantes’ life, acting both as a source of inspiration and as a means of resistance against despair. This investigation in its turn sees the object of narrative, the forms of storytelling and the mode of emotional resonance to be created through a multimodal scientific framework to address contemporary challenges in philosophical and humanitarian thought. Thus, the analysis employs a multimodal discourse framework to uncover how various modes of communication, visual, auditory, and textual, coalesce to enrich the narrative and enhance audience engagement. The purpose of this investigation is therefore to identify ways of multimodal interaction in the work from historic and cultural prism using new methods of viewing it. By utilizing a systematic approach, this study seeks to reveal how the various modalities function synergistically, contributing to the emotional and thematic depth of the dramatic piece. To satisfy the aim and the objective, the investigation employs comprehensible combination of methods, including a) the tools of multimodal discourse theory, b) comparative method, c) historical and cultural contextualisation analysis. To specify, multimodal discourse analysis methods tend to deeper examine diverse modes of communication means, assessing mainly how visual elements, soundscapes, and textual narratives function to create a cohesive storytelling experience. It also investigates how emotional resonance is generated through dramatic retelling and theatrical adaptation, enhancing the audience’s connection to the narrative. Comparative analysis facilitates a systematic comparison of the multimodal techniques employed in the work with other literary and theatrical traditions. By exploring thematic and structural similarities and differences, the study highlights the evolution of narrative forms and techniques over time. Historical-cultural contextualization situates the multimodal aspects of the work within the broader historical and cultural spectrum of Cervantes’ legacy. By examining the socio-political and cultural influences reflected in the narrative, the investigation reveals deeper connections between the various modalities and the overarching themes of love, resistance, and human resilience in a new kind of literary and theatrical adaptation. This review seeks a scientific paradigm for analysing new literary forms, integrating visual elements and soundscapes to create diverse narrative forms. These elements combine to form a rich tapestry that enhances the overall theatrical experience, fostering immersive interactions and encouraging audiences to connect with characters and themes on a visceral level. By emphasizing the interplay between historical fact and artistic interpretation, the review highlights the innovative aspects of multimodal configurations and demonstrates how they revitalize the narrative for contemporary audiences. In humanistic paradigm, this exploration underscores the transformative power of love and the resilience of the human spirit, as conveyed through the rich multimodal tapestry of the work. The investigation invites audiences to reflect on the enduring relevance of the themes presented, emphasizing the capacity of love and creativity to transcend adversity and enrich our understanding of the human condition. Through this lens, Cervantes in Algiers emerges not merely as a historical account but as a profound commentary on universal themes of hope, love, and the quest for freedom.

Beyond Medical Pathography: Iconographic Pathography as Transfigured Storytelling

In this article, I argue that iconographic pathography provides a transformational form of storytelling for ill persons and the communities around them. This work addresses the reduction of illness narration to clinical vocabularies. It targets often excluded communities—chronic and terminal narrators—as well as promotes ethical practices of creative and collaborative inclusion for ecclesial communities. I use Devan Stahl’s Imaging and Imagining Illness as an example of this distinctive form of pathography, first differentiating it from other narrative forms of the genre as well as contextualizing its decentralized narrational form with criteria drawn from icons’ emergence within early Christian art. I claim that such decentralized narration changes the trajectory of self-understanding for the ill person as well as the ethical response required for those who bear witness to such narratives.

I Tolok Daeng Magassing

ABSTRACT This article aims to explain the different perceptions of the colonisers and the colonised regarding the history and memory of a Makassar legend, I Tolok Daeng Magassing. The Dutch colonial records paint I Tolok as a criminal leader and a societal nuisance, contrasting sharply with the people’s view of him as a hero, defender, and protector. This portrayal demonstrates that the I Tolok narrative is an integral part of a process involving colonial perspectives and the memories of the Makassar people. The narrative today is not without contradiction. The community’s memory of I Tolok is transmitted through oral literature (sinrilik), a traditional form of storytelling, which has also evolved into drama form and short films disseminated via digital content. These forms of media serve as modern vehicles for the preservation and dissemination of the I Tolok narrative. Previously, the I Tolok narrative was part of the people’s oral tradition confined to the interior of Makassar. It is now articulated in various visual media and accessible to the larger community. All of these are the memory politics of the Makassar people in countering the colonial narrative that places I Tolok as a criminal.

Respons-Able Trees. On Permaculture Ethics of Responsibility in the Films of the Exhibition "Cambio" (2020)

The extensive research project Cambio (2020) by the Italian designer duo Formafantasma focuses on the tree, the forest in its function of securing the existence of humans, animals and other plants. The project uses various forms of critical representation and storytelling to explore the connections between exploitation, consumer culture and colonialism in the face of the industrial timber industry. The question is: What responsibility do we bear in relation to the treatment of trees and what response-ability do trees themselves have? Based on three essayistic short films and other objects from the Cambio exhibition, my contribution addresses these questions of responsibility and respons-ability with regard to the relationship between humans and trees. In the sense of Donna Haraway, the what and how of artistic representation and narration itself becomes a question of response-ability - i.e. the possibility of becoming responsible in responding. Here, with Haraway in mind, the ethically necessary perspective unfolds of not having to distinguish between a real world and a world of stories and narratives, but of being able to think material-semiotic worlds in a (responsible) situated way and allow them to emerge. This paper proposes response-ability as a conceptual and analytical rubric and as a guiding ethical practice for the new materialist-inspired endeavor to rethink human and non-human interdependency in relation to trees. I will intruduce the exhibition Cambio and three of its films as an exemplary site of narrative and representational modes that have the potential to sensitize us to those relations of interdependency.

Naked ambitions and masked violence: the critical importance of story for law

ABSTRACT The article contends that storytelling is not merely a supplementary aspect of law but integral to its very essence. By examining popular culture and literary works like Frank Herbert’s Dune, the article illustrates how storytelling reveals and critiques the underlying violence and ambitions within legal systems. Structured in three acts, the article first examines legal scholars’ use of storytelling to unmask violence, then juxtaposes literary and legal critiques, and ends by demonstrating law as a unique form of storytelling, essential for understanding and critiquing legal practices.

Tackling child criminal exploitation (CCE): an arts-based approach

ABSTRACT This article discusses the efficacy of a freely available arts-based intervention used to tackle Child Criminal Exploitation. A digital, interactive story (Cold Chips & Money) was used in school and youth settings in Hampshire, England with 1,451 young people aged 11–13 in 2021 as part of a project of the same name. Its use has continued since. I was and continue to be the Project Lead and oversaw the development of the story, the supporting resources and the evaluation framework. I worked with a project facilitator and evaluator throughout. Cold Chips & Money was designed to help students understand, recognise and manage external influence and pressure. The story and supporting resources which included a lesson plan and access to the project evaluation lead, enable professionals to have conversations with young people about how they can keep themselves safe, as well as how they can support one another to resist unwanted attention that might lead to exploitation. The resources relate directly to the PSHE Association Key Stage 3 Core Theme Relationships: Social Influence section R42–47. The development and use of the resources was planned to complement multi-agency work on Child Criminal Exploitation and County Lines and had input from multiple professionals. Project evaluation evidenced a significant increase in awareness of county lines, and the issues surrounding it. Teachers stated that the interactive storytelling format was effective at and provided the opportunity to facilitate in-depth dialogue around the cause and effect of the decisions we make.

Ethnographic Stories in Information Science

ABSTRACTConsidering the conference theme “Putting People First: Responsibility, Reciprocity, and Care in Information Science Research and Practice,” this panel brings an ethnographic methodological conversation to the 2024 ASIS&T Annual Meeting. Our session emphasizes how participants' stories are one of the most human‐centered tools we have in research, highlighting how storytelling is an integral part of being human. The panelists have conducted ethnographic fieldwork in various contexts and begins with an introduction about ethnography as a form of storytelling, introducing concepts of vulnerability and reciprocity. Panelists will then reflect on ethnographic stories before turning to teaching Information Ethnography. Our session aims to broach the joys and challenges of ethnographic research by bringing a new honesty to the conversation in Information Science. We will engage the audience in open discussion, before breaking out into smaller groups, fostering an intimate, safe space to share stories about past research.

Akrasia and the Virtuous Exemplar in Rumi’s Masnavi and Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics

Abstract This article examines the transmission of virtue in Maulānā Jalāl al-Dīn Muḥammad al-Balkhī’s (heretoforth Rumi) Masnavi and compares this with similar concerns in Aristotle’s Nicomachean Ethics. This article argues that both philosophers have analogous concepts of the virtuous exemplar and akrasia, or “weakness of will,” two central problems in the transmission of virtue. With this similarity in mind, this article analyzes the unique way in which each philosopher discusses the nuances of virtue ethics, as Rumi deliberately communicates his insights in poem and anecdote, whereas Aristotle conveys his philosophy via intellectual discourse. Lastly, this article argues that Rumi’s form of storytelling is a crucial component in the transmission of virtue.

Empowering voices, shaping futures: digital storytelling for sustainable transformation

Digital storytelling has emerged as a powerful tool for advocating sustainability and driving social change, particularly in the diverse and rapidly developing context of Asia. This paper explores the transformative potential of digital storytelling in promoting sustainable practices across the region. By analyzing successful campaigns and case studies, the research examines how various storytelling formats and platforms effectively engage audiences, raise awareness of critical sustainability issues—such as climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss—and inspire action towards positive change. The study delves into the capacity of digital storytelling to amplify marginalized voices, foster empathy, and mobilize collective action. It investigates the crafting of narratives that resonate with diverse Asian cultures, effectively communicate complex issues, and motivate behavior change. The role of local communities and indigenous knowledge in shaping authentic and relevant narratives is also explored, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and cultural sensitivity. Additionally, the paper addresses ethical considerations and challenges associated with digital storytelling for advocacy. It emphasizes responsible and inclusive storytelling practices that empower communities while safeguarding participants' rights and well-being. By providing insights into effective strategies and ethical guidelines, this research equips communicators and changemakers with the tools to harness the power of digital storytelling for a more sustainable future in Asia.

Still Engaging, Not Avoiding, Contradictions: Conceptualizing Cooperative Research in Practical, Structural and Epistemic Terms

Abstract Critical methodologies in International Political Sociology (IPS) and its intersecting fields and research traditions have increasingly coalesced around the idea that research should be done in dialogue, and possibly cooperation, with people rather than only about them. Drawing together research under this theme and wider debates on participatory, activist, and action research, alongside our own research experience, this article proposes the notion of cooperative research to capture and further develop this research agenda. In the context of neoliberal academia and its narrow insurance-based conception of research ethics and safety, we argue that cooperative and ethical research can be done and developed further both in the cracks and margins of the system, and in a gradual reform process within it. Starting with a survey of existing traditions and recent advances towards cooperative research, we proceed to unpack what cooperative research looks like in practice and how it benefits the involved parties. The article then explores structural and epistemic obstacles that cooperative research faces within the current institutional, body, and geo-politics of knowledge production. It also reflects on future avenues to productively deal with the inherent contradictions of cooperative research, not only by embracing the “ethos of critique”, but also by trying to make (even small) changes within the Western knowledge production system by promoting, and rendering more legitimate, alternative forms of knowledge and storytelling.

Wayang-based digital storytelling: a project to promote students" collaborative and digital literacy skills

Indonesian Wayang is a cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO that must be preserved and passed toward future generations. One of the efforts to maintain wayang existence is through the insertion within educational field by the help of technology and animation in the form of digital storytelling. This research is aimed at exploring the implementation of wayang-based digital storytelling project at an Indonesian school which combined art, culture, skills, character education, cultural heritage values and global knowledge. The researchers applied narrative inquiry design in order to investigate and have in depth exploration toward the implementation of wayang-based digital storytelling within the researcher’s classroom. After having the analysis and reflection toward teaching and learning process as well as teaching documentation, it is concluded that the wayang-based project is potential to help students in addressing cultural challenges. Through the wayang media applied, the young generation know and increase their awareness to preserve the local cultural heritage. Further, the implementation of project in group using technology integration is concluded to be effective to enhace students’ collaborative, communicative, and ICT literacy which is very important in the 21 century era. Moreover, the topic which was close to socio environmental issues is expected to raise students’ awareness to be active individual to protect the surroundings. In conclusion, the application of wayang-based project within the classroom is effective and potential to strengthen Profil Pelajar Pancasila character stated in national curriculum (Kurikulum Merdeka).

STUDENTS’ VIRTUAL DRAMA PERFORMANCE OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING IN THE DIGITAL ERA: CREATIVITY AND ADAPTATION IN LEARNING

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated rapid adaptation to digital and remote learning, fundamentally altering traditional pedagogical practices. For English Education students, especially those engaged in literature courses, drama performance has long been a valuable tool for exploring and expressing literary understanding. However, the sudden shift to online learning environments presented unique challenges, pushing students to reconceptualize drama performance in a virtual setting. This study investigates how English Education students creatively adapted to these changes by producing virtual drama performances through the Zoom platform. The integration of virtual backgrounds, designed using Canva, allowed students to construct imaginative settings that supported narrative immersion, despite the physical separation. This research highlights the ways students utilized digital tools to convey dramatic elements and literary interpretation, transforming conventional stagecraft into an innovative, digital form of storytelling. Through in-depth analysis, this article explores how these virtual performances not only maintained the integrity of drama as a medium for literary education but also fostered critical technological skills that are increasingly relevant in the digital era. The findings demonstrate that virtual drama projects encouraged students to combine creativity with technical proficiency, enhancing their adaptability, digital literacy, and ability to collaborate in a remote context. This study underscores the evolving role of literature-based performance in English Language Teaching (ELT), suggesting that the integration of digital tools in creative projects may serve as a sustainable model for literature education in the post-pandemic future.

Sedated beauty: The invisible knife in online narratives about cosmetic breast augmentation.

Breast augmentation is a prevalent cosmetic surgery procedure among women in Western societies, and the cosmetic surgery market has witnessed substantial growth. Today, websites and online forums are platforms that feature discussions about cosmetic procedures. A genre on surgery clinic websites is 'patient stories', but also lay-initiated internet forums facilitate discussions and shared experiences related to cosmetic surgery. This study aims to analyse lay-initiated online narratives about cosmetic breast augmentation. The shared narratives contain descriptions of how women who are about to undergo breast augmentation prepare for surgery, the medical procedures that take place on the day of surgery itself, and the experiences and feelings after waking up after anaesthesia. Employing a structural analysis of 30 of these stories, this research illuminates how the surgery stories adhere to a conventional storytelling format, and how key characters within the stories are 'helpers and makers', including relatives, nurses and surgeons. The focus in these narratives revolves around the woman herself, although her active involvement is primarily observed during the preparation phase, with a more passive role assumed during subsequent clinic routines. Despite instances of pain and discomfort in the narratives, the stories are enveloped in an aura of glamour and a spa-like atmosphere. It is discussed how this 'fairy tale' story, narrating a surgical metamorphosis, seems to align with the popularisation of the cosmetic surgery sector.

Behind the Script: Analyzing Figurative Language in "Free Guy"

This study underscores the importance of figurative language in film, particularly within a digitally-driven narrative like "Free Guy." It provides valuable insights into how linguistic creativity supports storytelling in contemporary cinema, enriching both the viewers' experience and the overall impact of the film. Using Barthes' theory of semiotics, which examines how meaning is constructed through signs and symbols, the study reveals that figurative language functions as a crucial signifying system in "Free Guy." Leech's theory of figurative language, which categorizes different types of figurative expressions, provides a framework for analyzing their specific functions in the film. This study identifies how metaphors, similes, hyperboles, personifications, and metonyms collectively enhance the storytelling process. The results of the study indicate that metaphor is the most dominant form of figurative language in "Free Guy," highlighting its significance in enhancing the narrative and thematic depth of the film. Similes and hyperboles also play crucial roles, particularly in character development and conveying humour. The presence of these figurative elements enriches the viewer's experience by providing additional layers of meaning, which strengthens emotional engagement and understanding of the story, while personifications and metonyms add vividness and relatability to the virtual world depicted in the movie. Furthermore, this study opens avenues for further exploration into the role of figurative language in different film genres and other forms of digital storytelling. Future research could examine how these linguistic tools influence viewer perception and emotional engagement across various cinematic contexts. Understanding the use of figurative language can reveal its power in shaping narratives, enhancing emotional engagement, and adding layers of meaning.

Blurring the Lines: Feature News Videos and Documentaries in a New Digital Age

Historically, feature stories in the news have been characterized by their timely and episodic coverage of current events. In comparison, documentaries have been known to be in-depth, thematic explorations of social, political, or cultural issues. As news organizations expand their multimedia offerings and documentary filmmakers are increasingly driven towards creating interactive content, the boundaries between these forms of storytelling have become increasingly unclear. Through a comparative analysis and literature reviews, this paper investigates the creative elements such as narrative structure, visual style, and authorial voice in feature news videos and documentaries have changed within the contemporary media ecosystem, and examines the evolution of non-fictional storytelling. The study situates this inquiry within the broader context of disruption and reimagination in journalism and non-fictional storytelling within our digital landscape. Ultimately, by examining the blurring of the lines between feature news videos and documentaries, this paper provides insight into the changing dynamics of truth-telling and meaning-making in the new media landscape.

Open-Set Recognition of Pansori Rhythm Patterns Based on Audio Segmentation

Pansori, a traditional Korean form of musical storytelling, is characterized by performances involving a vocalist and a drummer. It is well-known for the singer’s expressive narrative (aniri) and delicate gesture with fan in hand. The classical Pansori repertoires mostly tell love, satire, and humor, as well as some social lessons. These performances, which can extend from three to five hours, necessitate that the vocalist adheres to precise rhythmic structures. The distinctive rhythms of Pansori are crucial for conveying both the narrative and musical expression effectively. This paper explores the challenge of open-set recognition, aiming to efficiently identify unknown Pansori rhythm patterns while applying the methodology to diverse acoustic datasets, such as sound events and genres. We propose a lightweight deep learning-based encoder–decoder segmentation model, which employs a 2-D log-Mel spectrogram as input for the encoder and produces a frame-based 1-D decision along the temporal axis. This segmentation approach, processing 2-D inputs to classify frame-wise rhythm patterns, proves effective in detecting unknown patterns within time-varying sound streams encountered in daily life. Throughout the training phase, both center and supervised contrastive losses, along with cross-entropy loss, are minimized. This strategy aimed to create a compact cluster structure within the feature space for known classes, thereby facilitating the recognition of unknown rhythm patterns by allocating ample space for their placement within the embedded feature space. Comprehensive experiments utilizing various datasets—including Pansori rhythm patterns (91.8%), synthetic datasets of instrument sounds (95.1%), music genres (76.9%), and sound datasets from DCASE challenges (73.0%)—demonstrate the efficacy of our proposed method to detect unknown events, as evidenced by the AUROC metrics.

Creepypasta and “the Fabrègues Affair”: Imitation and aggression in a recent case of youth violence

This article offers a critical analysis of “the Fabrègues Affair” (2022), a case of youth violence in which two twelve-year-old girls carried out a series of stabbings, resulting in the death of one of their fathers. What was initially viewed as a simple “family tragedy [ drame intrafamilial]” ballooned into a national conversation when the girls claimed, after their arrest, that their violent act had been inspired by “creepypasta,” crowdsourced online horror fictions and videos. While the crime, in its purported relation to digital forms of storytelling, appears eminently specific to the present moment, and while news coverage consistently emphasized the girls’ femininity and sexual orientation in an apparent attempt to further sensationalize their act, the conventional wisdom, as it appears in media coverage of the case, exposes a striking reliance among commentators on outdated psychoanalytic models that do not attend to the specificities of the moment, or to questions of gender and sexuality. This article explores how theories of the relationship between imitation and aggression have been applied in “the Fabrègues Affair” before proposing alternative feminist approaches to understanding the social phenomenon of violent behaviors among girls who appear to draw inspiration from imaginary monsters. In doing so, it aims to contribute new perspectives, drawn from feminist theory and horror studies, to girlhood and childhood studies in the contemporary French context.

“Who Needs a Marvel Superhero When You’ve Got Molly Johnson?”: Country and Maternal Agency in Leah Purcell’s Adaptations of “The Drover’s Wife”

ABSTRACT This article explores Goa-Gunggari-Wakka Wakka Murri artist Leah Purcell’s recent multigenre project, “The Legend of Molly Johnson”. Beginning as an adaptation of Henry Lawson’s “The Drover’s Wife”, the project fundamentally defamiliarises and subverts Lawson’s story from the standpoint of an Aboriginal woman. Evolving across different genres—from play to novel and film—Purcell’s project is a unique case of adaptation, identity-making and transmedia world-building. This article considers Purcell’s adaptations as a form of franchise storytelling, and central to her cultural and political interventions is the figure of Molly Johnson. As an iconic Aboriginal heroine, Molly is empowered by her deep connection with Country and her role as a mother. Central to the narrative is the theme of maternalism, which allows Purcell to weave her personal experiences and family history into the character of Molly, who encapsulates the strength and resilience of generations of Aboriginal women. Purcell’s “Drover’s Wife” project also mounts an intersectional critique of mainstream White feminism through the juxtaposition of Molly and Louisa Clintoff, a character introduced in the novel and film versions.

The Yarning Corpus: Aboriginal English in Southwest Western Australia

ABSTRACT The Yarning Corpus consists of acrolectal Aboriginal English data gathered in metropolitan Perth, WA. It features video-recorded interactions with 58 Aboriginal English speakers born between 1931 and 2009. Using this corpus, we sought to uncover variation and change in Aboriginal English in Nyungar Country, Southwest WA. We designed a cross-cultural research model that allowed us to document sociolinguistic aspects of Aboriginal English “yarning” – a First Nations cultural form of storytelling and conversation which we used to capture diverse voices in sociolinguistic research. The corpus features video-recorded interactions with 58 Aboriginal English speakers born between 1931 and 2009. These materials amount to 517,600 words of unscripted, interactional speech data from 36 women and 22 men aged 10–88 who speak Aboriginal English as their vernacular. We focus on speakers who use Aboriginal English as their main language of communication, and who do not speak ancestral languages fluently. The Yarning Corpus allowed us to enrich sociolinguistic research methods by utilizing an approach grounded in a relational ethic. It also made it possible to explore the quotative system of Aboriginal English, and to contribute to more inclusive models in the design of medical media and Artificial Intelligence-powered technologies for First Nations communities.

Η ψηφιακή αφήγηση ως μέσο ενίσχυσης της ψηφιακής δεξιότητας των μαθητών τον 21ο αιώνα

Digital storytelling is a continually evolving area that presents an increasing research interest even if it exists many years and however how many other forms of storytelling are used in learning environments. At the same time digital skills have already been recognized since the beginning of the 21st century by the European Union as key skills for personal development the citizens. In this paper, the results of research regarding the benefits of digital storytelling are presented. Digital storytelling helps in many aspects such as developing effective communication skills and experiences in specific areas such as: Interactive communication, interpersonal skills, personal and social responsibility, technological literacy, basic and visual literacy, curiosity, creativity and risk-taking. The research was carried out in 2022 on a sample of 57 teachers in high Schools in the city of Ptolemaida, who have made use of digital storytelling in the 2021-2022 school year.