American Journal of Art and Design

Volume 2, Issue 2, June 2017

  • Exquisite Work in the University Library of U.C.L.A in America

    Ahmadreza Yalameha

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 2, June 2017
    Pages: 38-41
    Received: 22 December 2016
    Accepted: 27 April 2017
    Published: 06 July 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajad.20170202.11
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    Abstract: Today, version research and knowledge of ancient manuscripts, around the world, is very important. This is important to the extent that many manuscripts and old books adorn the shelves in the famous libraries of the world. Introducing these works and manuscripts lies in the public and private libraries is the first step in research and service to s... Show More
  • An Exploration of Teachers’ Challenges and Practices in Implementing Active Learning Strategies

    Ayele Eyob Kenta

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 2, June 2017
    Pages: 42-51
    Received: 10 June 2017
    Accepted: 26 June 2017
    Published: 24 July 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajad.20170202.12
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    Abstract: The main objective of this study was to explore teachers’ practices and challenges in implementing active learning in teaching English in Grade Nine. In conducting the study, the researcher employed qualitative approach. To collect the data for the study, two main research instruments were employed. They are: class-room observation and un-structure... Show More
  • The Influence of Westernised and Hybridised Christianity on the Appreciation of Traditional Art in Nigeria

    Endong, Floribert Patrick C.

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 2, June 2017
    Pages: 52-59
    Received: 29 June 2017
    Accepted: 11 July 2017
    Published: 01 August 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajad.20170202.13
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    Abstract: Christianity has been an active agent of westernisation and modernisation in contemporary Nigeria. Being more westernised than nigerianised, the phenomenon has, in many respects, challenged the idea of traditional African culture and art. Hinging on radical, though arguable exegeses of the Bible, neo Pentecostal Christian vitalities have questioned... Show More
  • An Ecocritical Reading of Farley Mowat’s Never Cry Wolf (1963)

    Mohammad Shaaban Ahmad Deyab

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 2, June 2017
    Pages: 60-68
    Received: 07 June 2017
    Accepted: 12 July 2017
    Published: 04 August 2017
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ajad.20170202.14
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    Abstract: Using the Ecocritical theory as a framework, this study highlights the subtle Ecocritical issues in Mowat’s Never Cry Wolf, and aims at pointing out how Mowat draws heavily on humanizing wolves and joins the recent Ecocritical concerns over the ways in which humans should understand and deal with them.