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Employment Skills Revisited: A Qualitative Exploration of Multi-Stakeholder Perspective in China’s “3+1” Higher Education Context

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Wanyu Wang1* , Muhammad Hussin2 , Mohamad Zuber Abd. Majid3 
1Universiti Kebangssan Malaysia/Baicheng Normal University.
2,3Affiliation: Universiti Kebangssan Malaysia.

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.14g
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The issue of employment for university students is receiving significant attention in China, leading to educational reforms aimed at enhancing students’ employment skills and prospects. One such initiative is the “3+1” higher education programs, characterized by work-based learning. However, the effectiveness of this initiative falls short of expectations due to insufficient understanding of the up-to-date employment skills required by the industry. As such, this qualitative study explored stakeholders’ perceptions regarding the employment skills needed by students enrolled in “3+1” programs. Key challenges and strategies associated with developing students ‘ employment skills were identified through interviews with students, teachers, curriculum planners, industry leaders, and human resource professionals. Findings revealed a consensus among stakeholders on the importance of developing a holistic skill set, acquiring practical experience, increasing adaptability and resilience, embracing lifelong learning, and improving communication skills. Challenges included mismatches between academic learning and industry demands, limited industry exposure, soft skill deficiency, inadequate assessment, insufficient university-industry cooperation, and students’ low motivation, for which corresponding strategies were proposed. This study provides valuable insights into enhancing the employability of “3+1” graduates, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive education aligned with industry needs.

Keywords: Employment skills, higher education, “3+1” programs, stakeholders, China.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History:Received: 16 March 2024. Revised: 05 June 2024. Accepted: 06 June 2024. First published: 07 June 2024.
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Citation: Wang, W. & Hussin, M. & Majid, M. Z. A. (2024). Employment Skills Revisited: A Qualitative Exploration of Multi-Stakeholder Perspective in China’s “3+1” Higher Education Context. Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.14g

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Becoming a Tradition: Presentation of Ti Qin Opera in Funerals in Chongyang County, China

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Li Shijie1* , Julia Chieng2 , Chan Cheong Jan3   
1,2Department of Music, Faculty of Human Ecology, Universiti Putra Malaysia. *Corresponding author.
3Center for International Affairs, Tottori University.

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.13g
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Ti Qin Opera, a popular local performing art in Chongyang County, Hubei Province, China, was mainly performed during the birthday celebrations of the local people and the Chinese Spring Festival to enliven the atmosphere. However, in the last two decades, Ti Qin Opera has been frequently performed at funerals, forming a new practice—the mourning ritual—which has been widely accepted by the locals and has become a tradition. In this regard, two questions arise: Why does Ti Qin Opera appear at local funerals? How did the mourning ritual become a tradition? This study applies an ethnographic approach to investigate the performance of Ti Qin Opera at funerals. The emergence of the mourning ritual in funerals is attributed to the emotional need for filial piety and the local people’s competitive mentality. The family of the deceased believes that if other families hire a Ti Qin Opera troupe to perform the mourning ritual, their family should not miss out on holding this last event for the deceased. Ti Qin Opera performers rely on their reputation and prestige accumulated over the centuries, and acceptance by the locals is a key factor in making the mourning ritual a tradition. Increased economic status among the Chongyang people and, subsequently, better financial capacity to hire Ti Qin Opera troupes further contribute to the development of the mourning ritual tradition.

Keywords: Ti Qin Opera, mourning ritual, funeral, tradition.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History: Received: 23 February 2024. Revised: 04 June 2024. Accepted: 04 June 2024. First published: 06 June 2024.
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Citation: Li, S., Chieng, J., & Chan, C. J. (2024). Becoming a Tradition: Presentation of Ti Qin Opera in Funerals in Chongyang County, China. Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.13g

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The Prototype and Political Mythical Connotations of “Drowning Death” in Kenzaburo Oe’s Death by Water

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Jiang Wanting   
Graduate School of International Studies, Hanyang University, Seoul, South Korea.

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.12g
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This article meticulously examines the interplay of myth and memory in Kenzaburo Oe’s novel Death by Water, with a central focus on the protagonist’s relentless investigation into his father’s death by drowning. Oe skillfully intertwines personal tragedy with the collective consciousness of Japan, invoking the ‘Meiji Spirit’ and the ‘Spirit of Postwar Democracy’ to frame the narrative. The study identifies the ‘drowning death’ as a mythological archetype, analyzing its symbolic representation of life, death, and rebirth cycles within the novel’s context. Through a close reading of the characters’ experiences, particularly the deaths of the father and Daio, the paper explores the multifaceted nature of mythical thinking shaped by historical zeitgeists. The findings suggest that national spirit, or Zeitgeist, exerts a profound influence on societal values and actions, leading to a discourse on the nation’s relationship with the concepts of sacrifice and offering. Employing political mythology, the study delves into the nuanced connection between national identity and the sacrificial ethos, proposing that such narratives reflect deeper cultural and political undercurrents.

Keywords: Kenzaburo Oe; Death by Water; Prototype Criticism; Political Myth.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History: Received: 23 February 2024. Revised: 01 June 2024. Accepted: 02 June 2024. First published: 06 June 2024.
Copyright: © 2024 by the author/s.
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Citation: Wanting, J.  (2024). The Prototype and Political Mythical Connotations of “Drowning Death” in Kenzaburo Oe’s Death by Water. Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.12g

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Royal Fabrics: The Politics of Apparel in Tudor England as Reflected in Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall Trilogy

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Masum Janid1    & Anjali Daimari
1Research Scholar, Department of English, Gauhati University.
2Professor, Department of English, Gauhati University

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.11g
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Costumes played a significant role at the royal courts of King Henry VIII, and courtiers maintained scrupulous cautiousness regarding their presentability and dress. Theatricality is a persistent trope in Mantel’s Neo-Tudor novels, often exercised through strategically displayed extravagant fabrics. This study interprets the clothing culture at the courts of King Henry VIII, as represented in the three Wolf Hall novels. As social classes became increasingly stratified during the Renaissance, the bourgeoisie distinguished themselves from the commoners and sustained inclusivity into the monarchical elite by enacting strategic theatricality. This paper demonstrates how the theatricality of magnificence was performed through the politics of apparel, ornamentation, and distinguished fashion. Referring to works by John Matusiak, Tracy Borman, Maria Hayward, and Elizabeth Currie, this study argues that fashion was at the core of Royal Tudor governance, and Mantel utilises this trope to camouflage or amplify the magnitude of a political persona. In the context of the Tudor Sumptuary Laws, this paper also analyses how Mantel used dress as a motif of theatricality to demonstrate class segregation during sixteenth-century England. The gendering of clothes and its political ramifications shall be another issue tackled by this paper, focusing on the sartorial choices of the characters of Anne Boleyn, Katherine, and Jane Seymour.

Keywords: Fashion, Gender, Tudors, Cromwell, Sumptuary Laws, Virginity, Wolf Hall.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History: Received: 28 February 2024. Revised: 30 April 2024. Accepted: 03 June 2024. First published: 06 June 2024.
Copyright: © 2024 by the author/s.
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Citation: Janid, M. & Daimari, A.  (2024). Royal Fabrics: The Politics of Apparel in Tudor England as Reflected in Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall Trilogy. Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.11g

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Exploring English Teaching Materials and Methods at the HSC Level: An Empirical Study

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Md. Munibur Rahman1 , Marium Jamila2*  & Farhana Yeasmin
1,2Department of English, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, Bangladesh. *Corresponding Author.
3Department of English, Jashore University of Science and Technology, Jashore, Bangladesh.

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.10g
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This study focused on the teaching-learning materials and methods used by the teachers at the Higher Secondary Level in Bangladesh. This study tried to find out the types of methods and materials used by the teachers, how they used these, and how these catered to the diverse needs of the learners. This research followed a quali-quantitative method using questionnaire surveys and semi-structured interviews. A total of 530 students, 28 teachers, 10 teacher-interviewees, and 5 key informants participated in this study. The findings revealed that the materials and methods employed in teaching English at the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) level do not align with the curriculum objectives. Moreover, the teachers follow a medley of methods and materials that neither significantly match the latest teaching-learning approaches nor serve the purpose of making the students proficient in English. It was also found that most teachers have no training in language teaching methods, materials, and pedagogy. So, this study felt the necessity for arranging teacher training, redesigning materials, and creating interactive teaching-learning environments to ensure learners’ more comprehensive grasp of English language proficiency in real contexts.

Keywords: ELT, Teachers’ Training, HSC Level, English Classrooms.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History: Received: 05 February 2024. Revised: 01 June 2024. Accepted: 02 June 2024. First published: 03 June 2024.
Copyright: © 2024 by the author/s.
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Citation: Rahman, M. M. & Jamila, M. & Yeasmin, F.  (2024). Exploring English Teaching Materials and Methods at the HSC Level: An Empirical Study. Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.10g

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Folklore of the Himalayan Foothills: Weaving Traditions in Bodo Folklore

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Rishma Basumatary1* & Teresa L Khawzawl2
1PhD Scholar, Department of Anthropology, Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam. *Corresponding author.
2Assistant Professor, Department of Anthropology, Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam.

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.09g
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The Bodos, inhabiting the foothills of the Himalayas in northeastern India, are considered the indigenous population of the region. They possess a unique cultural identity characterised by their language, beliefs, rituals, and traditions.  The primary objective of this paper is to explore the complex interrelationship between Bodo folklore and the practice of weaving, with the intention of providing insight into the culturally significant fabric that has been influenced by women’s expertise. The dynamic relationship between women’s folklore and the weaving traditions of the Bodo serves as evidence of the inherent interconnectivity of art, culture, and the human experience. By acknowledging and examining this dynamic relationship, we not only commemorate the ingenuity and perseverance of women but also get a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles that govern the Bodo society. Similar to the way in which every intricately crafted textile conveys a distinct narrative, the interconnectedness between folklore and weaving traditions serves as a collective account of resilience, cultural heritage, and timeless wisdom.

Keywords: Bodo, weaving, folklore, cultural expression, cultural heritage.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History: Received: 29 January 2024. Revised: 23 May 2024. Accepted: 30 May 2024. First published: 02 June 2024.
Copyright: © 2024 by the author/s.
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Citation: Basumatary, R. & Khawzawl, T. L.  (2024). Folklore of the Himalayan Foothills: Weaving Traditions in Bodo Folklore. Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.09g

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Politics of Symbolising Female Characters in Paulo Coelho’s By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept

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Rajat Sebastian
Assistant Professor, Department of English and Cultural Studies, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore.

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.08g
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Brazilian writer Paulo Coelho’s works are generally known for inspiring readers and using literary symbols to narrate complex philosophical concepts. Out of the seventeen works of Coelho, By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept describes the conflicts faced by two lovers who are brought together by fate after eleven years. Re-joined, they set out for an excursion together as the issues in their relationship emerge again. Though Coelho explicitly uses water as a literary symbol in the novel, this paper closely analyses how the female characters in the same novel are also symbolised, making them symbols of self-submission. It thereby probes the complexity of the connection between female characters and water as literary symbols within the same context.

Keywords: Fiction, novel, Paulo Coelho, symbols, female, water, self-submission.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History: Received: 29 January 2024. Revised: 23 May 2024. Accepted: 30 May 2024. First published: 02 June 2024..
Copyright: © 2024 by the author/s.
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Citation: Sebastian, R. (2024). Politics of Symbolising Female Characters in Paulo Coelho’s By the River Piedra I Sat Down and Wept. Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.08g

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Art Deco Architecture in Pune from the 1940s to the 1960s

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Nikita Mahajani 
Assistant Professor at Vishwakarma University School of Architecture and Planning, Kondhwa, Pune.

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.07g
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Art Deco is a visual arts, architecture, and product design style. It first emerged in Paris in the 1910s, shortly before World War I. This style reached its height in Europe and the United States in the 1920s and early 1930s. The early to mid-1930s saw the emergence of Art Deco architecture in India, which ended in the mid to late 1950s. Indian cities like Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Patiala are home to Art Deco structures. In terms of architecture, the Art Deco movement represented a dramatic departure from the colonial Neo-Gothic/Victorian Gothic model. The pursuit of modernity, multiculturalism, and cosmopolitanism were all reflected in Art Deco architecture. UNESCO declared the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco ensembles of Mumbai (Maharashtra’s capital) a UNESCO World Heritage Site in June 2018. Nevertheless, Pune City’s Art Deco buildings are not recognized as heritage buildings or documented. The study involved photographic documentation of Art Deco buildings in Deccan, Swargate Prabhat Road, Bhandarkar Road area of Pune. This paper examines the various motifs and their underlying symbolism that can be seen in Pune’s Art Deco buildings. The results of this study show that the Art Deco buildings in Pune are now on the verge of extinction due to the age of the building, structural deformities and lack of awareness of the conservation of this historical heritage. The art deco features on the elevations of many buildings have been hidden/erased by renovation and commercial hoardings.

Keywords: Art Deco, symbolism, Heritage, Architecture, Conservation, Pune, Maharashtra, Urban Planning, UNESCO World Heritage site.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History: Received: 20 March 2024. Revised: 21 May 2024. Accepted: 30 May 2024. First published: 02 June 2024.
Copyright: © 2024 by the author/s.
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Citation: Mahajani, N. (2024). Art Deco Architecture in Pune from the 1940s to the 1960s. Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.07g

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Visual Voices: The Techniques and Emotions of Czechoslovakia’s Illustrative Masters (1979-2015)

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Hoda Zabolinezhad1* , Mitra Mokhtarpour-e-Saravi2 , Zahra Falah Mehtarlou3
1,3 Painting Department, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran. *Corresponding author.
2 Tehran Markaz of Azad University of Iran

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.06g
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The study aims to review the illustration methods of four top illustrators in Czechoslovakia. Its purpose is to understand their successful approaches and recognize the unique characteristics of their works, which convey personal ideas and thoughts. The study delves into the most important illustration techniques employed by these artists. The central research question seeks to uncover the expression methods and execution techniques used by these top illustrators to convey their ideas and emotions. Culture and customs play a pivotal role in an illustrator’s work. No artist can create truly ingenious works divorced from the cultural context of their hometown. Their visual language becomes a reflection of their culture, and this authenticity contributes to the value of their creations. Sensitivity to children’s perceptions of life, art, culture, and the future is essential for compassionate and impactful work. These illustrators are deeply committed to their young audience, shaping the future through their art. This research follows a fundamental descriptive-analytical approach, with data collection primarily based on library resources.

Keywords:  Children’s book illustration, Czechoslovakia, decoding, expression and executive technique in illustration, illustration.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History: Received: 02 January 2024. Revised: 17 May 2024. Accepted: 19 May 2024. First published: 22 May 2024.
Copyright: © 2024 by the author/s.
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Citation: Zabolinezhad, H. & Mokhtarpour-e-Saravi, M. & Mehtarlou, Z.F. (2024). Visual Voices: The Techniques and Emotions of Czechoslovakia’s Illustrative Masters (1979-2015). Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.06g

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Re-gendering Art: A Study of Ravi Varma’s Shakuntala Writing a Love Letter on a Lotus Leaf

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I. Vinitha Chandra
Mount Carmel College, Autonomous, Bengaluru.

Rupkatha Journal, Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2024. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.05g
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As a reflection of social patterns, culture is bound to change and the representations from the past distorted in the present need to be decoded to remove the staleness and fixation on various notions passed as absolute truths. This dichotomy inspires an investigation into an iconic representation of womanhood from the stature of an episode from mythological epic Mahabharata and the paintings of Shakuntala by the painter Prince Ravi Varma of erstwhile Travancore in the state of Kerala in colonial India to unravel the stories that characterized popular imagination of women in history. The theoretical framework of aesthetics in the depiction of human forms that define perceptions of gender directs this study to avail a close reading to evaluate the growth of empowerment of women within the dialectics of history and culture. ‘Ekphrasis’ studies mainly how visual arts are represented in literature and here interestingly visual art becomes the ekphrasis of the written text. A proposal of the theory of ‘elimination’, the study intends to debunk the societal gaze of the feminine form as fragile hindering the strength of character by analyzing the hidden details in art. The relevance becomes manifold in the twenty-first century as the new generation is ardently trying to break stereotypes. The limitations of binary ideas of masculine and feminine are interwoven mainly with physical characteristics. The pressure to mimic these attributes leads to the exclusion of anything beyond that idea which disturbs the balance of gender equality and justice.

Keywords:  Aura, Autonomy, Apotheosis, Aesthetics, Impression.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declared no conflicts of interest.
Funding: No funding was received for this research.
Article History: Received: 02 February 2024. Revised: 20 May 2024. Accepted: 21 May 2024. First published: 22 May 2024.
Copyright: © 2024 by the author/s.
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Citation: Chandra, I. V. (2024). Re-gendering Art: A Study of Ravi Varma’s Shakuntala Writing a Love Letter on a Lotus Leaf. Rupkatha Journal 16:2. https://doi.org/10.21659/rupkatha.v16n2.05g

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