Junctures-The Journal for Thematic Dialogue
Scope & Guideline
Cultivating innovative discussions in literature and the arts.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Exploration:
The journal promotes research that spans various disciplines, encouraging collaboration among fields such as cultural studies, art, and social sciences. - Cultural Identity and Heritage:
A core focus is on the exploration of cultural identities, particularly in relation to indigenous practices and narratives, highlighting the significance of cultural heritage. - Creative Practices and Methodologies:
The journal values innovative methodologies, including applied creative practices, virtual reality, and multimodal approaches, to investigate complex social and cultural phenomena. - Environmental and Ecological Concerns:
Research that examines the relationship between culture and ecology is essential, showcasing the interconnectedness of human practices and environmental sustainability. - Narrative and Plurality:
The journal emphasizes narrative plurality, encouraging contributions that reflect multiple histories and perspectives, particularly in graphic novels and other narrative forms.
Trending and Emerging
- Intersectionality in Cultural Practices:
There is a growing emphasis on intersectionality, particularly in how diverse cultural practices and identities interact and influence one another in contemporary contexts. - Use of Technology in Cultural Exploration:
The integration of technology, such as virtual reality, is increasingly prevalent, highlighting innovative methods for exploring cultural narratives and intergenerational understandings. - Environmental and Ecological Intersections:
Research focusing on the interplay between cultural practices and environmental issues is gaining traction, indicating a heightened awareness of ecological concerns in cultural discourse. - Indigenous Perspectives and Practices:
A notable trend is the focus on indigenous voices and practices, emphasizing the importance of these perspectives in understanding cultural identities and histories. - Transdisciplinary Approaches:
There is a marked increase in transdisciplinary research that blurs the boundaries between art, science, and social inquiry, fostering a more holistic understanding of complex issues.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Historical Narratives:
There seems to be a waning interest in purely traditional historical narratives, as the journal increasingly favors interdisciplinary and innovative approaches to storytelling. - Static Cultural Representations:
Research that presents static or singular representations of culture is diminishing, reflecting a broader trend towards dynamic and multifaceted explorations of cultural identity. - Conventional Theatrical Practices:
As the journal embraces more multimodal and innovative creative practices, conventional theatrical practices appear to be less frequently addressed in recent publications.
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