{"title":"The Role of English Language Support Programs on International Academic Mobility of University Students in Shandong College of Economics and Business, China","authors":"Juan Li","doi":"10.55014/pij.v7i1.546","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v7i1.546","url":null,"abstract":"This paper explores the pivotal role of English language support programs in shaping the international academic mobility experiences of university students at Shandong College of Economics and Business, China. Conducting a quantitative study involving 150 participants engaged in international academic mobility, the research investigates the impact of language support initiatives, identifies challenges faced by students, and gathers suggestions for program improvement. Results reveal significant improvements in English language proficiency, academic performance, and overall satisfaction among participants. Challenges encountered, including language barriers, cultural adjustment, academic rigor, and social integration, underscore the complexities of global academic experiences. Participants' suggestions for program improvement, emphasizing increased language practice opportunities, enhanced cultural preparation, additional academic support, and more social events, provide actionable insights for program refinement. This study contributes to the broader discourse on the internationalization of higher education, emphasizing the transformative potential of language support programs in fostering successful global academic mobility experiences. The findings hold implications for institutions globally seeking to optimize language support initiatives for an increasingly diverse student body and nurture globally competent citizens.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":"5 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139963459","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Application of Blockchain Technology in Enterprise Value Chain Cost Management","authors":"Zhiping Zhang","doi":"10.55014/pij.v7i1.541","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v7i1.541","url":null,"abstract":"This paper examines the application of blockchain technology in managing costs across the enterprise value chain. A literature review analyzes current research on blockchain-based supply chain management and cost optimization models. The methodology employs a case study approach to evaluate the implementation of blockchain platforms in reducing transaction fees, enhancing transparency, and streamlining operations. Results demonstrate measurable improvements in cost-efficiency, reporting accuracy, and partner collaboration. Tables illustrate quantitative impacts in areas including inventory holding reductions, contract enforcement savings, and lowered IT expenses. Findings suggest blockchain solutions enable robust tracking and coordination of end-to-end workflows, although further integration work is needed. In conclusion, blockchain technology shows promise in transforming enterprise value chains to be more responsive and economical.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":"29 20","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139962127","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Teaching Reform of Literature Retrieval Course under the Accreditation of Engineering Education","authors":"Jiayu Duan","doi":"10.55014/pij.v7i1.495","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v7i1.495","url":null,"abstract":"The professional certification of engineering education has put forward new requirements for talent training in the new period, and the literature retrieval course can not only cultivate the information quality of students, but also provide strong support for the talent training requirements put forward by the engineering certification as a course with strong practicability. Here we analyze the problems in the process of teaching the literature search course for the bioengineering majors of Linyi University and put forward the corresponding solutions to provide a little experience and suggestions for the reform of other courses in the future.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":"10 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139963056","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cultural Harmonies: Exploring Compositional Techniques and Cultural Fusion in Guizhou Ethnic Minority Music","authors":"Yuxiang Huang","doi":"10.55014/pij.v7i1.558","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v7i1.558","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigates compositional techniques within Guizhou Ethnic Minority Music, focusing on the transformative influence of cultural fusion. Through interviews with local musicians from the Miao, Dong, Yi, and Shui ethnic groups, the research identifies recurring elements and variations in musical practices. Cultural fusion emerges as a dynamic force shaping compositional creativity, where deliberate blending of traditional instruments, melodic motifs, and rhythmic patterns transcends individual ethnic styles. The impact on the listener's perception reveals enhanced accessibility and relatability, attracting a diverse audience. The dual role of cultural fusion is evident—preserving cultural identity while catalyzing musical evolution. As musicians adapt tradition to contemporary contexts, Guizhou Ethnic Minority Music becomes a bridge between heritage and innovation. The study contributes to broader discussions on global music by highlighting the power of cultural fusion in fostering cross-cultural understanding. Guizhou's musicians emerge as cultural ambassadors, shaping a narrative that transcends geographic boundaries, inviting scholars and enthusiasts to explore the intricate interplay of tradition, innovation, and cultural exchange in the musical realm.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":"30 9","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139963252","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"China's Economic Evolution: From WTO Accession to Global Leadership","authors":"Suqing Yao","doi":"10.55014/pij.v7i1.521","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v7i1.521","url":null,"abstract":"This study provides a comprehensive exploration of the transformative journey of China's economic policies and global engagement from its accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001 to the present day. The analysis spans three distinct phases: the initial shift from a centrally planned to a market-oriented system, the full integration into the global economic system marked by meticulous adherence to WTO commitments, and the subsequent era characterized by the Belt and Road Initiative and high-quality development strategies. Examining key milestones such as the establishment of free trade zones, internationalization of the yuan, and participation in significant agreements like the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the China-EU Comprehensive Agreement on Investment (CECAI), the study highlights China's pivotal role in shaping global economic structures. The findings underscore China's commitment to opening-up, fostering international cooperation, and contributing significantly to reshaping the global economic landscape.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":"400 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140455736","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Harmony in Art: Sun Yinchang's Journey from Rural Realism to Contemporary Symbolism","authors":"Xiaohan Sun","doi":"10.55014/pij.v7i1.532","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v7i1.532","url":null,"abstract":"The study explores the multifaceted artistic journey of Sun Yinchang, a self-taught \"peasant painter\" from rural northern China, whose fusion of realism and symbolism in oil paintings forms a captivating narrative. The study explores his unconventional artistic development, emphasizing his departure from academic paths and the attainment of professional competence through personal perception. Operating as an outsider within the artistic system, Sun's career as a freelance artist without a fixed income serves as a valuable case study for contemporary youth aspiring to become oil painters outside established institutional frameworks. His unwavering commitment to rural life, thematic continuity in his work, and symbolic representations of memory, such as corn and agricultural tools, distinguish him from stereotypical portrayals of \"peasants\" and secure recognition within the domestic art industry. The comprehensive exploration employs qualitative inquiry and visual analysis, drawing insights from interviews with Sun and meticulous examination of his celebrated series. The abstract further analyzes Sun Yinchang's distinctive realistic style, the interplay of compositional form, the \"top-down\" perspective, and the symbolic implications of his chosen motifs, providing sociological insights into art and offering inspiration for contemporary artists aligning their work with personal concepts.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":"23 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139962402","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Research on Destination Brand Construction and Promotion-A Comparative Analysis of Guilin, China, and Santa Ana, Philippines","authors":"Lan Wang","doi":"10.55014/pij.v7i1.549","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v7i1.549","url":null,"abstract":"This research conducts a comparative analysis of destination brand construction and promotion strategies in Guilin, China, and Santa Ana, Philippines. Grounded in Destination Branding Theory and Tourist Perception and Satisfaction Theory, the study aims to unravel the strategic processes involved in crafting and managing the brand images of these distinct locations. Guilin, celebrated for its iconic karst landscapes and cultural heritage, stands as a symbol of natural beauty in China. In contrast, Santa Ana, a coastal gem in the Philippines, offers pristine beaches and marine biodiversity, positioning itself as a relatively untapped destination. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining in-depth interviews, surveys, and theoretical frameworks to examine the historical development, key brand components, and promotion strategies of both destinations. The findings reveal Guilin's well- stablished brand components, emphasizing natural wonders and cultural richness, attracting visitors primarily driven by natural beauty. Santa Ana, while showcasing comparable natural beauty, relies on its cultural richness and sustainable tourism practices, positioning itself as an experiential destination. Challenges such as overcrowding and infrastructure development vary between the destinations, offering opportunities for strategic management and growth. The study concludes with tailored promotional recommendations for Guilin and Santa Ana, emphasizing the need for destination-specific strategies aligned with responsible tourism practices, ensuring a harmonious balance between growth and preservation. The research contributes nuanced insights into destination branding, providing a foundation for sustainable tourism management in diverse cultural and geographical contexts.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":"8 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139962885","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Literary Stylistic Analysis of Katherine Mansfield’s Miss Brill","authors":"艳轲 史","doi":"10.55014/pij.v7i1.492","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v7i1.492","url":null,"abstract":"Katherine Mansfield, one of the most renowned female writers in the world of literature, created 93 works in her brief lifetime, many of which are considered classics by posterity. Mansfield’s outstanding contribution to literature lies in her innovation in the realm of short stories, and she is widely recognized as one of the finest short story writers in the history of English literature. Miss Brill is one such masterpiece, depicting the story of Miss Brill as she dresses neatly and goes to the park on a Sunday, sitting on a bench and observing the people passing by, listening to their conversations and the band playing. She imagines herself as a part of their world, but her illusions are shattered by a young couple, and she returns home, disheartened, to what feels like a cupboard of a home. This short story exemplifies the artistic techniques in Mansfield's storytelling, with one of the prominent features being the charm emanating from the stylistic choices in her works. Literary stylistics is concerned with the language features of literary works, exploring how authors use language to express the themes of their works and enhance their aesthetic value. This paper will delve into literary stylistics, focusing on the text of the short story Miss Brill, examining its lexical features, grammatical features, and figures of speech to explore how Mansfield uses specific language choices to convey and enhance the thematic significance and aesthetic effects of her work.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":"53 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140455877","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Review of Researches on the Relationship Between Critical Thinking and Emotion at Home and Abroad","authors":"Yingxin Li, Yaru Sun","doi":"10.55014/pij.v6i4.513","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v6i4.513","url":null,"abstract":"Critical thinking is a key component of essential literacy skills, and it plays a crucial role in students' learning and development. Research shows that emotions have a significant influence on individual thinking activities, and they are important non-intellectual factors in developing students' critical thinking. Up to now, research scholars at home and abroad have conducted a lot of empirical studies to explore the possible relationship between the two variables. However, there is still a lack of research to systematically provide a holistic view. The current study is trying to present a comprehensive network of critical thinking and emotions through the discussion on the four-aspect correlation, that is, the correlation between critical thinking and negative emotion, critical thinking and emotional intelligence, critical thinking, emotion and academic achievement, and critical thinking, emotion and psychological cognition. The study also puts forward the limitations of the current research from the perspectives of research methods, research objects, and research contents, as well as the prospect of future research.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":" 33","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139393017","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Achieving Universal Higher Education in China: Characteristics, Challenges, and Future Directions","authors":"Zeyu Wang","doi":"10.55014/pij.v6i4.490","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.55014/pij.v6i4.490","url":null,"abstract":"The universalization of higher education in China has undergone a remarkable transformation driven by government policies and rapid economic growth. This study explores the characteristics and future development of this educational evolution. China's journey towards universalization began with ambitious policy initiatives in 1998, aiming to expand access to higher education. Within a mere 17 years, the gross enrollment rate in higher education surged from 9.8% to an impressive 50%, surpassing the United States' 30-year path to universality. This rapid expansion, fueled by a burgeoning economy, has raised questions about educational quality and employability. New universities have played a crucial role, expanding access and optimizing the higher education structure. However, they face challenges due to their short history and limited resources. The study also emphasizes the need for a balanced regional framework and an education model aligning with sustainable development goals. China's experience in universalizing higher education provides valuable insights for global educational development. This transformation serves as a noteworthy case study, highlighting the importance of balancing quantity and quality in higher education expansion and providing lessons for educational development worldwide.","PeriodicalId":513043,"journal":{"name":"Pacific International Journal","volume":"12 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139395441","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}