Journal of Interdisciplinary Research (JIDR), 2016 edition
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Item Dry as a Cuckoo: The Changing Perceptions on Erik Satie(Interdisciplinary Doctoral Student Council at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2016) Stunkard, KatiNo one is entirely sure how to classify this unique composer, though all seem to agree on one point. He was indeed eccentric. Born Eric-Alfred Leslie Satie in Honfleur, France on May 17, 1866, he has become known for his influence on the impressionist and avant-garde movements of the early 20th century. While his early compositions, including the Gymnopedies and Sarabandes, were praised for their influence on composers such as Debussy and Ravel, Satie achieved no commercial success during his lifetime, and eventually died in poverty. In modern times, he is lauded for his contributions, considered almost a father to two separate movements, yet many of his contemporaries barely acknowledged him during his life. Often considered a humorist and a poseur rather than a musician, Pierre-Daniel Templier’s biography claims he was both “…the greatest musician in the world and [also] vilified as an untalented provocateur.” In this reception analysis, I will be analyzing newspaper reviews of Satie and his music from both the early 1900s as well as reviews from long after his death. I will focus primarily on British and U.S. newspapers in order to analyze how he was received outside of France during his lifetime as well as how he is received today. When did opinion of him shift from mostly negative criticism to praise and why? While I will look at many performance reviews and articles from both time periods, as well as the contexts surrounding his reception, I will primarily be focusing on his collaborative 1917 ballet, “Parade.” While he continually seems to fly under the radar, no one can argue that Satie’s music had an impact on the world. What that impact was and how it developed will be a primary focus of this study.Item MCSA based mechanical fault analysis of three phase squirrel cage induction motor(Interdisciplinary Doctoral Student Council at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2016) Marri, Raj Kiran Reddy; Verma, ShambhaviThis paper deals with mechanical fault analysis of three phase induction motor using Motor Current Signature Analysis. This is a reliable technique that can be used to monitor the health of three phase induction motor. Three phase induction motor is used to find the Current Signature before and after the fault occurs. The FFT of Current signal is analyzed using Advanced Signal processor to find harmonics present before and after the fault occur. This data is used to detect the mechanical faults way before they cause harm to the motor and power system. Ball bearing fault is created practically to find the harmonics components in the current drawn. Most of the practical results match with the theoretical values obtained from the literature.Item Harry Potter and the Hero Journey of Draco Malfoy(Interdisciplinary Doctoral Student Council at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2016) Hunt, SydneyThe first volume of the Harry Potter septology was published in 1997, and since that time tens of thousands of pages have been written analyzing the stories, characters, and content. In all those pages, very rarely is Draco Malfoy ever mentioned, and even more rarely as anything other than a footnote. This is a great oversight, because he is the character with one of the most difficult and important changes throughout the storyline. Although Draco Malfoy is a relatively minor character within the series, a closer inspection of his character development reveals that this young boy, who grew up idolizing and imitating his father, comes to be a young adult wizard that rejects his father’s path. This paper will explore the journey that he takes, how this journey qualifies as a hero journey, and the importance of his transformation. Harry Potter is the protagonist of the series, and there is little question that he is also the hero of it; many papers have been written already proving that very point. What is more contentious is the idea that Draco Malfoy is a hero in his own right and takes a journey that many readers can relate to and learn from. Before looking at what constitutes a hero in the field of literature, it is important to look at Draco Malfoy and the progression of his character throughout the books.Item Grammar Teaching Challenges and Strategies for Refugees(Interdisciplinary Doctoral Student Council at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2016) Beckerman, StephanieTeaching students English as a second language is a complex task involving a myriad of factors. Having taught refugees, who are considered a specialized subset of ESL learners, I knew there were additional considerations to be contemplated. Because of my experience, I was intrigued at the notion of researching the latest findings of refugee pedagogy. The findings are fascinating. My research led me on an international journey from refugee life and their teachers to their schools and classrooms. English grammar instruction and its implications for refugees are heavily interconnected with these topics. The challenges facing refugees and those who teach them grammar are many, but best-practices and their implementation could point to successful learning.Item Factors Associated with Social Justice Beliefs among Undergraduate College Students(Interdisciplinary Doctoral Student Council at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2016) Khan, MarinaThe current study examined how college students’ social justice beliefs associate with levels of trait anxiety symptoms and religiosity. Secondary education differences were also analyzed. The sample consisted of 126 undergraduate college students from a private Christian university from the southern US. Participants completed a questionnaire that included the Social Justice Scale, the State-Trait Inventory for Cognitive and Somatic Anxiety, and the Intrinsic, Extrinsic, and Quest Religiosity Measures. Results suggested a significant positive relationship between social justice and intrinsic religiosity, and a negative relationship between religiosity and LGBT support. Additionally, significant differences on social justice between public and private schooled students were found. Post-hoc analyses also found significant relationships among other variables. Although most of these findings are consistent with previous literature, further studies should investigate factors associated with social justice beliefs in order to advance the field.
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