1. Music with a Message : Words, Music and Propaganda 22025, proceedings Abstract: Music with a Message: Words, Music and Propaganda 2 explores ways in which music in connection with various disciplines represents a voice of political critique, cultural expression and resistance. The chapters, written by established academics as well as graduate students, bring a plethora of fresh views from multiple fields like literature, language, English language teaching, as well as cultural, social and political studies. Musical genres addressed are as diverse as the approaches to propaganda; they expand from various ethnic folk and pop music, rap, alternative rock and metal to national anthems, cartoon soundtracks and musicals. This collection appeals to scholars, and students as well as enthusiasts interested in the profound cultural and ideological impact of music.
Keywords: literature, music, lyrics, text analyses, propaganda
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2. The analysis of nostalgia in George Orwell’s novel Coming up for air from the perspective of discourse and philosophy : master's thesisGaber Bobek, 2025, master's thesis Abstract: The thesis explores the theme of nostalgia in George Orwell’s novel Coming Up for Air from various analytical perspectives. The research is made possible by the novel’s detailed story, which captures the tensions between the individual and a rapidly modernising world in pre-World War II Britain. The work is structured into three main sections. First, the theoretical framework provides an overview of different definitions and interpretations of nostalgia from literature, history, and cultural studies. Second, various philosophical perspectives examine the relationship between nostalgia, personal identity, and the individuals’ ways of approaching the memory. From the standpoint of existentialism and the self, the thesis investigates how the protagonist, George Bowling, experiences nostalgia as a mechanism for self-definition. The thesis argues that nostalgia distorts the temporal order, merging past and present into a seamless but fictional continuum. The political philosophy and modernity perspectives place the main character’s nostalgia within the broader socio-political status of 20th century Britain. Orwell employs nostalgia to critique the oppressive forces of industrialisation, totalitarian governance, and capitalist consumerism. Third, the linguistic analysis applies Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL), using the discourse system framework developed by authors Martin and Rose (2007), to examine how Orwell’s language constructs the protagonist’s nostalgic experience. The analysis looks at how Orwell’s linguistic features show Bowling’s emotional attachment to the past and his disappointment with the present. Engagement is analysed to reveal how the protagonist’s reflections position the reader within his subjective perspective.
Keywords: Nostalgia, George Orwell, Coming Up for Air, Existentialism, Memory, Self-Identity, Political Philosophy, Systemic Functional Linguistics, Time, History.
Published in DKUM: 29.05.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 6
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3. The emergence and public perception of misinformation : a study on fake newsDejan Leskovar, 2024, master's thesis Abstract: In this thesis, we deal with fake news, its history and identification combined with how people perceive it. We discuss the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on fake news and the role artificial intelligence plays in manufacturing it. We look at how people define fake news, how misinformation is identified and how it spreads. The theoretical portion analyses and compares several definitions of fake news, in order to define what fake news is. Several existing studies on the topic are analysed. Two fake news articles are analysed and compared based on their structure. Ways of identifying fake news are presented, along with a suggestion to use fake news as a topic when teaching English. The empirical section is based on two online surveys in 2018 and 2024. The results show that people encounter fake news very often but are taking steps, such as viewing multiple sources, to identify fake news. The majority of respondents consider political bias or agenda to be the main reason behind fake news. Most respondents get their news online but do not trust social media as a source; however, many consider it a good starting point. No significant differences between various demographics were found in the ability to identify fake news. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on fake news, the differences in responses between the surveys are minimal.
Keywords: fake news, spread, identification, mal-information
Published in DKUM: 11.02.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 28
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4. The Lack of ESP Materials in Slovenian Vocational Schools : a needs-based approach to teaching future hairdressersNina Ferlič, 2024, master's thesis Abstract: This master's thesis examines the inclusion of field-related elements in the coursebook High Note 1 for hairdressing students at the secondary vocational school of design in Maribor. The theoretical part of the thesis provides an overview of the development of English for Specific Purposes (ESP), early theories of the communicative approach, the communicative approach defined by the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and first foreign language programs in Slovenia. The empirical part of the thesis includes the analysis of the coursebook High Note 1 and its appropriateness for hairdressing students as well as two online questionnaires, for both students and their ESP teachers, with analysis of the results and the interpretations of results collected through the questionnaires. The thesis aims to explore the inclusion of ESP elements in the coursebook as well as to highlight the importance of not having sufficient field-related elements incorporated into the students' coursebooks. The thesis also provides a suggestion unit on how ESP and general English elements could be incorporated into a tailored coursebook that would cater to the students' needs.
Keywords: English for Specific Purposes (ESP), Student Needs Analysis, Professional Communication, Inclusion of ESP Elements in Coursebooks, Vocational Education, Hairdressing.
Published in DKUM: 30.01.2025; Views: 0; Downloads: 20
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5. The impact of TikTok on learning English in Slovene primary schools : students' perceptions in the third trienniumUrška Škrabl, 2024, master's thesis Abstract: Exposure to mass media in today’s world is metaphorically starting to equal the process of breathing air; scrolling through social media has become a part of everyday routine, and students use their smartphones for lengthy durations and for a variety of chores that stem from responsibilities as well as from their hobbies. The aim of this master's thesis is to offer an insight into the possibility of integrating TikTok and English language education, as perceived by Slovene students in the third triennium of primary school. We employed a questionnaire to explore the opinions of students (grades 7 – 9) in the Podravje region. The results revealed that students are loyal users of the app, on which they encounter English content to a greater extent and share a good understanding of the language. They recognize TikTok’s potential for improving different language skills (predominantly speaking), and are familiar with English teaching channels on the app. The results portray a moderate preference for using TikTok in the ELT classroom, mostly due to inexperience and linking social media solely to leisure time. Teachers should at least consider incorporating TikTok in accordance with their students’ needs and preferences or share advice on finding valuable resources on the platform.
Keywords: ICT, social media, English language learning, extramural activities, language skills
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6. An Analysis of Appraisal in Selected British War Speeches : m. a. thesisLucija Kovačič, 2024, master's thesis Abstract: The thesis analyses two selected war speeches by former British Prime Ministers Winston Churchill and Boris Johnson by using appraisal theory based mainly on the work of James R. Martin and Peter R. R. White. Furthermore, it deals with the history of rhetoric, political oratory and the theory of war speeches. According to the latter, politicians and leaders try to strategically persuade their audiences that armed conflict is necessary to confront the supposed or actual aggressor to preserve sovereignty. ‘Arm Yourselves, and Be Ye Men of Valour’ by Winston Churchill marks a crucial moment in British history. On May 19, 1940, during the Second World War, Churchill addressed the British nation for the first time as Prime Minister. In his speech, he briefly explained the situation at the front, tried to appease the listeners and ensure victory over the aggressor. Contrarily, Boris Johnson’s address to the Ukrainian parliament was the first address by a foreign politician after the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Similarly, Johnson ensured a victory for the Ukrainians with the help of the Allied countries. Afterward, he focused on his beliefs and the need to maintain a close relationship with Ukraine. The thesis attempts to quantitatively analyse the interpersonal meanings in speeches according to the categories of the appraisal system, as well as establish and compare the predominant features of British war oratory.
Keywords: Rhetoric, Appraisal Theory, British war speeches, Winston Churchill, Boris Johnson
Published in DKUM: 03.10.2024; Views: 0; Downloads: 20
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8. Zeleno, ki te ljubim, zelenoIrena Stramljič Breznik, Katja Plemenitaš, 2023, original scientific article Abstract: Prispevek predstavlja korpusno podprto raziskavo rabe izraza zelen v kontekstu okoljskih podnebnih sprememb v primerjavi z njegovo splošno rabo. Osrednji del prispevka predstavi analizo besede zelen z uporabo korpusa Gigafida 2.0 in terminološkega vira Termania. Raziskava kaže, da so v korpusu Gigafida 2.0 najmočnejše kolokacije s pridevnikom zelen v pomenu varovanja okolja izrazi, ki se nanašajo na politične stranke in njihovo delovanje (zelena koalicija, zelena alternativa), in izrazi s področja gospodarstva in turizma (zelena energija, zelena destinacija, zeleno gospodarstvo). Zanimivo je, da izraz zeleni prehod v obravnavanih virih ni na seznamu najmočnejših kolokacij. Domnevamo, da je razlog v tem, da se je ta zveza začela uveljavljati šele v obdobju, ki besedilno ni več zajeto v korpus Gigafida 2.0
Keywords: pridevnik zelen, okolje, korpus, kolokacije, terminologija
Published in DKUM: 17.05.2024; Views: 180; Downloads: 27
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9. Kakovost življenja pacientov z amiotrofično lateralno sklerozoKatja Plemenitaš, 2021, undergraduate thesis Abstract: Napredovanje bolezni, izguba telesne neodvisnosti in strah pred smrtjo pacientov z amiotrofično lateralno sklerozo (v nadaljevanju ALS) kaže negativne vidike bolezni in s tem povezano kakovost življenja, zato je pomembno upoštevati vse dejavnike, ki pacientu pomagajo opredeliti kakovost življenja, in spoznati vse dejavnike, ki na kakovost življenja takšnega pacienta vplivajo.
Uporabljena je kvalitativna metodologija raziskovanja. Uporabili smo metode opazovanja, poglobljenega intervjuja, analize vsebine in deskriptivno metodo.
Določili smo kategorije in podkategorije. Kategorije se nanašajo na ključne elemente oziroma entitete ali atribute, ki smo jih zaznali kot skupne za vse tri intervjuje in se skladajo s postavljenimi raziskovalnimi vprašanji: socialna podpora, psihosocialni vidik in kakovost življenja.
Ugotovili smo, da je socialna podpora pacientom z ALS zelo pomembna, predvsem pa dobri odnosi z družino in prijatelji, torej socialni stiki. Prilagajanje kronični bolezni, kot je ALS, zahteva nešteto strategij spoprijemanja s strani pacienta, kar je pokazala tudi naša raziskava. Prišli smo do spoznanj, da je nemoč eden od elementov psihosocialnega vidika, ki vpliva na kakovost življenja teh pacientov. Dejstva so pokazala, da se pri pacientih z ALS pojavijo spremembe tistih dejavnikov, za katere menijo, da so pomembni za vzdrževanje kakovosti življenja. To pomeni, da spremenijo svoja pričakovanja, da se bolj ujemajo z resničnostjo. Dojemanje kakovosti življenja pacientov z ALS je subjektivno in se razlikuje od posameznika do posameznika. Ugotovili smo, da je pri vseh treh intervjuvanih pacientih skupna nit upanje.
Keywords: amiotrofična lateralna skleroza, kakovost življenja, kvalitativna metoda, pacient, medicinska sestra
Published in DKUM: 22.03.2024; Views: 340; Downloads: 32
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10. Diskurzna konstrukcija slovenske politike v poročanju medija Politico : magistrsko deloDomen Kac, 2023, master's thesis Abstract: Magistrsko delo se poglobi v analizo političnega jezika v poročilih spletnega političnega medija Politico v kontekstu slovenske politike. To je izredno pomembno v obdobju naraščajoče globalizacije informacij in komunikacije, saj razkriva, kako se jezik nacionalne politike oblikuje in širi na svetovnem odru.
Razumevanje političnega jezika v člankih Politico zahteva teoretske osnove. Kritična analiza diskurza služi kot temeljni okvir za razumevanje političnega namena jezikovne rabe v medijskem diskurzu. Teorija vrednotenja po Martinu in Whiteu omogoča natančnejšo analizo evalvacijskega jezika, ki pomaga razkriti stališča in vrednote v besedilu.
Pred začetkom raziskave smo si zastavili štiri hipoteze, ki se nanašajo na ne-nevtralnost v člankih Politico o slovenski politiki. Raziskava se osredotoča na raziskovanje odnosa med mednarodnim medijskim diskurzom in slovensko politiko ter ugotavljanje, ali je medijska slika Slovenije v svetu pretežno negativna.
Magistrsko delo se opira na raznolika dela s področja diskurzne analize in teorije vrednotenja, vključno z deli Martina & Whita, Martina & Rosa ter drugih v funkcionalni lingvistiki.
Metodologija raziskave združuje kvalitativno analizo jezika in teorijo vrednotenja po Martinu in Whiteu. Kvalitativna analiza besedil omogoča sistematično preučevanje vzorcev, tem in retoričnih strategij v poročilih Politico. Teorija vrednotenja po Martinu in Whiteu pa omogoča ocenjevanje evalvacijskega jezika, ki razkriva stališča in vrednote znotraj besedila.
Raziskava temelji na analizi člankov Politico o slovenski politiki med leti 2020-2022. Rezultati razkrivajo več ponavljajočih se vzorcev v načinu, kako Politico predstavlja slovensko politiko, vključno s statistično analizo elementov jezika vrednotenja. Analiza podpira večino hipotez, ki so bile postavljene v uvodu, in razkriva, da popolnoma nevtralno politično novinarstvo praktično ni dosegljivo.
Razumevanje, kako mednarodni mediji konstruirajo diskurz o slovenski politiki, je ključno za politike in znanstvenike. To razkriva, kako se politična dejanja lahko predstavijo na mednarodni ravni, ter prispeva k rastočemu področju analize političnega diskurza.
Magistrsko delo je uspešno doseglo svoje cilje, razkrivajoč ne-nevtralnost v jeziku člankov Politica o slovenski politiki. Razumevanje delovanja političnega diskurza v medijih je ključnega pomena za kritično ocenjevanje medijskih prispevkov in boljše razumevanje vpliva politike na mednarodni ravni.
Keywords: slovenska politika, konstrukcija diskurza, Politico, Teorija vrednotenja, analiza diskurza, mednarodni mediji, politična komunikacija.
Published in DKUM: 04.10.2023; Views: 624; Downloads: 38
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