Transactions on Social Science, Education and Humanities Research Transactions on Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Vol. 17 (CEPC 2026)
5th International Conference on Culture, Education, Psychology and Communications
CEPC 2026
Conference Dates: July 11-12, 2026
Conference Venue: Nagoya, Japan
Conference Editors: Jacqueline Jeremy, Tao Qiu
Conference Website: http://www.iccepc.org
ISSN: 2960-1770
eISSN: 2960-2262
ISBN: 978-1-961651-65-4
Published: August 26, 2026
Preface: 5th International Conference on Culture, Education, Psychology and Communications (CEPC 2026)

Articles

The Modern Value of Confucius “Principle ‘Instruction Knows No Class Distinction’”

Abstract: Current issues such as uneven resource allocation among regions, between urban and rural areas, and among people continue to plague our education. Even though developing a lifelong education system is one of the big national strategies. Thus, it should be worth emphasizing that traditional educational thought still has its own influence on China’s current issues. discuss on instruction knowledge class distinctions within present day’s education developments.” Instruction knows no class … Read More

Applications and Challenges of AI Technologies in the Preservation of Dongba Script and Naxi Cultural Heritage

Abstract: Nowadays, cultural heritage preservation is currently under a serious global threat that around 20% of UNESCO heritages face a risk of disappearance. Naxi paper and Dongba script, an ancient hieroglyphic system, located in southwestern China, face the serious challenges of digital preservation and transmission. Moreover, there are two problems with current conservation methods. Firstly, the traditional oral transmission lacks permanence. Besides, the methods existing fail to combine multimedia … Read More

The Role of Safety Behaviors in the Relationship Between Intolerance of Uncertainty and Anxiety in Anxiety Disorders

Abstract: Anxiety largely stems from an individual’s negative expectations of uncertain future outcomes. Intolerance of Uncertainty (IU) is an important mechanism for maintaining anxiety. This paper examines the relationship between IU and safety behavior. It reviews how IU influences individuals’ processing of threat-related information, and how they are more likely to engage in safety behaviors to reduce anxiety in uncertainty situations. From the perspective of learning theory, this study analyses how … Read More

Digital Economy and Green Total Factor Productivity: Theoretical Connotation, Mechanism of Action, and Research Progress

Abstract: In the context of the growing pressure on the climate, the growing severity of the resource and environmental limitations, green development has become a important path of high-quality economic development. The quality of the economic development is commonly measured with the help of green total factor productivity (GTFP), integrating resource consumption and pollution emissions into the conventional productivity model. At the same time, the rapid growth of digital technologies, including big … Read More

Divergent Paths: Image Crisis and Reinforcement in Civil Engineering on Social Media—A Comparative Case Study of Expressway Landslides

Abstract: With the popularity of social media, the public image of the civil engineering industry is facing serious stigmatization and a crisis of trust following accidents. This paper takes the online topic of landslide accidents as the entry point, and selects two typical accidents, the landslide of Meida Expressway in Guangdong and the collapse of Guangkun Expressway in Guangxi, to be compared and explore the differentiation mechanism and reconstruction of the image crisis of the civil engineering … Read More

The Impact of National Big Data Comprehensive Pilot Zones on Provincial Educational Disparities

Abstract: Against the backdrop of the digital economy profoundly reshaping development patterns, the social welfare effects of big data strategies have attracted increasing attention. However, the dividends and divides generated by digital technology empowerment coexist, and its net effect on social equity, especially regional educational equity, remains unclear. Taking the staggered establishment of the National Big Data Comprehensive Pilot Zones as a quasi-natural experiment, this paper constructs a … Read More

Narrative, Identity, and Social Critique in Contemporary Cinema: Close Readings of Moonlight, Get Out, and Parasite

Abstract: This article examines how selected contemporary films transform personal identity conflicts into broader forms of social critique. It narrows the broad category of modern cinema to three post-2000 feature films: Moonlight, Get Out, and Parasite. Through textual close reading and contextualized film analysis, the article argues that contemporary cinema does not merely mirror social anxieties but organizes them into affective and political experiences for viewers. The analysis focuses on three … Read More

The impact of social stigmatization on health seeking behavior among susceptible groups and public health policy responses

Abstract: The global gap in the treatment of mental disorders is huge, and the inhibitory effect of social stigma on patients' seeking help behavior is one of the key causes of this gap. However, the pathways of stigma and the effectiveness of existing interventions still lack systematic integration. This article summarizes the psychological, social, and structural triple mechanisms through which stigma affects the health seeking behavior of susceptible groups, and evaluates the main intervention … Read More

Deepfakes and the Liar’s Dividend: From Deception to Denial in the Erosion of Public Trust

Abstract: Generative artificial intelligence can now generate fake audio and video at a relatively low cost, and it is very difficult to tell whether it is real; thus, public trust in what they see and hear is starting to erode. Communication and political science research have shown that, in the context of public and political life, the most serious trust-related harm caused by deepfakes is not widespread deception of the audience but rather the "liar's dividend": as the public becomes more aware that … Read More

Cross-Media or Transmedia? Brand Communication across Hong Kong's Flagship Cultural Events

Abstract: Hong Kong has been organising "mega events" that serve as a specific strategy for city branding and intends to become the "Events Capital of Asia"; however, the communication channel through which flagship cultural events construct the city's brand—referred to as "cross-media" in the title of this paper—has not been systematically explored in academic research and is often mistaken for the stronger concept of transmedia branding. The three literatures of transmedia branding, place branding and … Read More

From Dependence to Autonomy: The Rise of the Independent Station Model in Cross-Border E-Commerce, Its Theoretical Challenges and the Restructuring of Trade Intermediary Functions

Abstract: This paper systematically reviews the core issues, theoretical progress and cutting-edge trends in the research on the independent station model of cross-border e-commerce. The model is breaking the monopoly of traditional third-party platforms, allowing companies to construct global brands, and addressing fundamental issues in international trade theory, including platform dependency and trade intermediation. It consolidates studies from the past five years along three strands - driving forces, … Read More

The Portable Hometown: Social Networks, Moral Space, and the Making of Nostalgia among Rural Migrants in a Jiangxi Town

Abstract: Existing scholarship affirms that nostalgia matters for rural revitalization, yet treats it either as a self-evident concept or as a purely psychological emotion, leaving both its social genesis and its pathway to rural reconstruction a black box. Drawing on two months of fieldwork and twenty in-depth interviews with fifteen rural-to-urban migrants from Zhaochen, a relatively isolated town in Jiangxi Province, this study reconceptualizes nostalgia as an overdetermined dependence on a … Read More

Research on Non Elite Groups in Ancient Egypt from the Perspective of Material Culture

Abstract: The historical narrative of traditional Egyptology has long been centered around pharaohs, priests, and high-ranking officials, with the vast majority of the ancient Egyptian population consisting of farmers, craftsmen, and ordinary laborers who have almost lost their voice in historical writing due to a lack of written records. This article summarizes the main progress in the study of non elite groups in ancient Egypt from the perspective of material culture. The article first sorted out three … Read More

Echoes of Liszt: The Changing Reception of His Paraphrases and Transcriptions from Premieres to Present

Abstract: In the nineteenth century, opera ruled the lyric stage, producing numerous popular melodies that resonated deeply with audiences. Pianists began to borrow materials from the operas they knew, and the opera-based fantasy for the piano became popular and dominated the concert stage for much of the 19th century. Among these performers, Franz Liszt stands out for having developed the opera-based piano piece to its fullest potential. The decline in popularity of Liszt’s music in the late 19th and … Read More

Embodied Interaction and Spatial Presence in Virtual Immersive Media Systems

Abstract: This paper explores the connection between EI and SP in virtual immersive media systems, such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and 360-degree video platforms. The study used a post-positivist mixed-methods design, collecting condition level observations from 171 adult participants to investigate the relationship between system-level interaction variables (tracking fidelity, sensorimotor coupling quality and end-to-end latency) and their subjective experience of spatial presence … Read More

The Integration of Entertainment and Education: An Exploration of the Narrative Rhetoric of TCM Knowledge Dissemination in Legend of Zhen Huan

Abstract: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) represents a profound repository of ancient wisdom, encompassing unique philosophical frameworks, diagnostic methodologies, and health-preserving practices. However, its inherent complexity-rooted in abstract concepts and specialized principles-and cultural distinctiveness have long hindered its widespread accessibility to the general public. In the context of knowledge dissemination, film and television works have emerged as pivotal carriers, leveraging … Read More

Exploring the Psychological Cognitive Characteristics and Artistic Healing Pathways of the Group with Suspected Illness Anxiety

Abstract: As a core subtype of health anxiety, hypochondriacal anxiety refers to a psychological disorder in which individuals excessively worry about suffering from serious illnesses for a long time, leading to disastrous interpretations of their physical feelings, and accompanied by compulsive behaviors such as repeated medical visits and examinations. At present, research on hypochondriacal anxiety in China is still in its infancy, and there are significant gaps in both theoretical systems and … Read More

Exploring the Gap Between Grammar Knowledge and Written Production in Chinese Senior High EFL Classrooms: A Proceduralisation Perspective

Abstract: This paper investigates the continuous discrepancy between knowledge of declarative grammar and written production in Chinese senior high school English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. According to the theory of cognitive skill acquisition and the shift from declarative to procedural knowledge, this paper investigates why learners may have difficulty applying explicitly learned grammatical rules in spontaneous written production. Form-oriented teaching can help students learn the grammar … Read More

Formation, Regulation, and Repair: A Dynamic Consumer Trust Mechanism in Live-Streaming E-Commerce

Abstract: With the growth of platform and live streaming technologies, e-commerce live streaming has become a key form of consumption and communication in the digital economy. By improving information visibility and interactivity, it reduces consumers' search costs, enhances decision-making efficiency, and fosters trust through bidirectional interaction. However, trust in this context is not spontaneous—it is co-constructed by multiple agents and shaped by ongoing processes rather than existing as a … Read More

Spatial Inequalities in Early Childhood Developmental Vulnerability and Education and Care Provision Across Australian Local Government Areas

Abstract: This article combines the data of the 2021 Australian Early Development Census with educational and nursing service records, regional socio-economic indexes, national quality standard ratings and public transportation accessibility measures. This study analyses the vulnerability of early childhood development and education and nursing in Australian local government areas (LGAs). This article uses descriptive statistics and visual analysis to assess whether the service capacity, quality and … Read More

Labor Narratives and Identity Construction of Marginalized Women on Social Media Platforms

Abstract: The nature of digital labor and identity expression of rural women, single mothers, and women with disabilities are influenced by intersecting class and gender constraints on social media platforms. This paper will focus on such marginalized groups and explore the characteristics of their labor stories and the reasoning behind identity formation, and reveal how the platform economy contains structural inequities. This research utilizes in-depth interviews as well as verification of data by using … Read More

An Analysis of the Impact of Social Media on the Communication Ecology of Traditional News Media

Abstract: The rapid rise of social media has dramatically altered the communications environment in which traditional news companies operate, affecting well-established ways of news generation, dissemination and audience participation. This research analyses the multidimensional effects of social media on traditional news media from three theoretical perspectives: media ecology theory, agenda-setting theory and gatekeeping theory. Drawing on empirical data from global audience studies, platform data and … Read More

Analysis on the Influence of Cultural Platformization on the Korean Local Screen Industry Empowered by Streaming Media

Abstract: Netflix Reorganises the Korean local-content production industry by using a platform model. It is believed that the industrial logic of Korean screen production has been altered by platformisation, and consequently, the arrangement of commissioning, distribution, visibility, etc. has changed. Netflix expands globally and produces original content, but at the same time, it has consolidated data, recommendations and bargaining power. Based on the Korean case, the paper indicates that streaming … Read More

The Relationship Between Performance Anxiety and Music Education from the Perspective of Music Psychology

Abstract: Many students and professional musicians are afraid to perform in front of others, and this problem has negatively affected music education. Research on the connection between performance anxiety and music education has been conducted by scholars of music psychology. Based on the above analyses, it is believed that performance anxiety is not solely due to a deficiency in an individual, but is a multi-dimensional phenomenon with various contributing causes, such as training environment, teacher … Read More

Sociological Reflections on the Interaction Between Teenagers' Psychological Development and Social Media

Abstract: In recent years, with the development of society in an era of digitalisation, the lives of teenagers have gradually been altered by changes in social networks. This paper will examine the all-around changes in society that have occurred as a result of this phenomenon, and investigate the effects on the self-concept, group dynamics and psychological well-being of teenagers online. Based on studies of related research and established theories in sociology, this paper will present the dualistic … Read More

Research on Stakeholder Negotiation and Imitative Platform Expression of High-energy Vlogs from the Perspective of Algorithmic Visibility

Abstract: To clarify the generation logic of short video homogenization driven by algorithm distribution, this article uses algorithm visibility as the analytical framework to explore the intrinsic relationship between the platform, creator, and user tripartite negotiation mechanism and the large-scale imitation production of high-energy vlogs. This paper selects TikTok, Bilibili and Xiaohongshu as research samples and carries out empirical analysis based on statistical data from China Audio-Video … Read More

The Comparison of Different Approaches of Chinese and American Media to Report on Freestyle Skiing Star Gu Ailing

Abstract: This paper studies the media coverage of China’s Gu Ailing during the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and analyzes the media coverage of sports events and related issues from Chinese media (People’s Daily) and American media (USA Today) using framing theory. Through qualitative analysis, this study found that the media from the two countries had the same framework and pattern when reporting the events within the sports games, that is, the praise of Gu Ailing’s talent and success. Besides sports, … Read More

Self-reconstruction Across the Triple Thresholds: A Liminal Study of The Moon and Sixpence from the Perspective of Deconstruction Theory

Abstract: As one of Maugham’s most representative novels, The Moon and Sixpence deeply explores grand themes such as survival and death, ideals and reality, genius and secularism. Due to its profound and universal practical significance, it has attracted countless readers since its publication. Specifically, the spiritual journey of the protagonist in the novel has always been a topic in academic field. This article mainly uses Derrida’s deconstruction theory to examine the threshold elements and … Read More

Research on the Interactive Mechanism between Identity Categories and Power Relations in Intersectionality Theory

Abstract: Intersectionality theory is an important component of critical theory today and is of great value for understanding complex personal identities and the operation of power. Based on the theory of intersectionality, this paper discusses the relationship between identity and power in order to better understand the varying degrees of power influence an individual experiences at the intersection of multiple identities. By examining the relevant literature and summarizing the theory, we first review … Read More

A Comparative Study on Professional Identity and Teacher Professionalism between Chinese and Korean Pre-service Teachers: With a Discussion on the Limitations of Cross-Cultural Comparison

Abstract: This study systematically investigates the structural characteristics, group differences, and cross-cultural measurement equivalence of professional identity and teacher professionalism among pre-service teachers in China and Korea. Drawing on a review of the literature, the study constructs a professional identity model encompassing four dimensions, namely professional value, professional affect, professional commitment, and professional behavioral tendency, as well as a teacher professionalism … Read More

Research on the Influence of Art Gallery Display Modes on the Meaning Generation of Artworks

Abstract: Art galleries are important venues for the exhibition and dissemination of artworks, and the way they are displayed directly affects people's perception of the artworks and their understanding of their significance. Starting with the role of art gallery display methods in the formation of the meaning of artworks, this paper studies the process of generating the meaning of artworks in different types of art galleries by consulting a large amount of relevant materials and using the methods of … Read More

Theoretical Research on the Influence of Consumer Protection Policies on Brand Trust in Social Media Marketing

Abstract: As social media becomes an important marketing channel for businesses, consumers are facing problems such as information asymmetry, privacy leaks and false advertising while enjoying convenience, and whether consumer protection policies are sound or not directly affects consumers' trust in brands. Based on trust theory, signal theory and social exchange theory, this paper studies the mechanism of the impact of consumer protection policies on brand trust in the social media marketing environment. … Read More

The Legal Path of Digital Technology Driving the Modernization of Border Ethnic Affairs Governance

Abstract: The modernization of border ethnic affairs governance driven by digital technology is an inevitable requirement arising from the overlapping strategies of national governance modernization and Digital China construction. Based on the three-dimensional analytical framework of "technology-institution-value", this paper systematically interprets the legal basis and practical landscape of digital empowerment for border ethnic affairs governance, analyzes the in-depth legal dilemmas faced by the … Read More

Zhuang Bai Nang Hai Ritual, Emotional Resonance, and Social Adaptation Stress in Retired Women: An Empirical Study

Abstract: Women in China have a tendency to retire between the ages of 50 and 55 and then they have about three decades of non-working life, which is about one-third of their entire life. Social adaptation stress arises as an urgent mental health issue during this long duration but there are few culturally grounded interventions. This paper examines how Zhuang Bai Nang Hai ritual participation is related to social adaptation stress among retired women and emotional resonance is studied as a mediating … Read More

An Exploration into the Development of Cultural Heritage Research from an East Asian Regional Perspective

Abstract: Long-standing cultural exchanges rooted in Confucian civilization have left China, Japan and the ROK abundant homologous tangible and intangible cultural heritage. This focuses on East Asia to sort out research progress and facilitate regional collaborative protection. Based on the 2024 UNESCO heritage data and the annual bulletins of the cultural and museum departments of China, Japan, and South Korea, this study selected literature from CNKI, J-STAGE, and RISS databases from 2004 to 2024 and … Read More

Analysis on the Development of Educational Equity and Cultural Integration from the Perspective of Intercultural Education

Abstract: Based on the ideas of intercultural education, this paper will explore the connection between educational equity and cultural integration, and investigate how institutions are addressing structural disadvantages in culturally diverse learning environments. As the student population ages around the world, educational institutions are under increasing pressure to balance the idea of equal opportunity for learning with the need to recognise differences in language, culture and ethnicity. This paper … Read More

Speculation on the Mechanism of Interior Space Construction and Emotional Recovery in the Context of Environmental Psychology

Abstract: Environmental psychology has developed the research field of how an indoor environment affects emotions and stress-relief in people. Based on the circumplex model of affect, place attachment theory, biophilic design and neurophysiological approaches to environment-emotion interaction, this paper investigates the connection between the creation of indoor space and emotional recovery. Interior Spaces do not only offer a background for people's lives but also influence their emotions through … Read More

Exploration of Embodied Cognition in Cross-cultural Memory Narratives From the Perspective of Film Phenomenology

Abstract: How is embodied cognition expressed in cross-cultural memory narratives according to the approach of film phenomenology? Do not see memory in film merely as representation or symbolism; rather, this research holds that cross-cultural memory is often transmitted through bodily perception, affective texture, sensory displacement and haptic spectatorship. Integrate phenomenological descriptions of perception with film theory and cultural memory studies to explore how cinematic images structure … Read More

The Influence of Mainstream Educational Culture and Dominant Aesthetic Values on the Inclusion of Diverse and Individual Aesthetics in Chinese Art Education

Abstract: This article discusses how mainstream educational culture and dominant aesthetic values affect the integration of multicultural perspectives and individual aesthetic expression in Chinese art education. Taking the college entrance examination art examination as an example, this article compares Taylor's theoretical foundation and Banks' multicultural curriculum framework to explore the different paths between the two in terms of curriculum design, educational equity and cultural diversity. The … Read More

Does Participating in Sports Activities Alleviate The Impact of Perceived Social Support on Cross-Cultural Adaptation?

Abstract: With the deepening of the Internationalising academic programmes, The issue of how to better support international students through cultural adaptation is gradually becoming the focus of educational discussions. This study investigated the relationship between Perceived Social Support (PSS), Sports Participation (SP), Cultural Distance (CD) and Cross-Cultural Adaptation (CCA) among 503 international students from Japanese universities. Using the cross-sectional survey method, a verified scale is … Read More

Criminal Law Regulation of Network Rumors Generated by Autonomous Operation of Artificial Intelligence Programs

Abstract: When large language models generate text without human oversight-a capability that generative artificial intelligence has now made routine-the question of who bears criminal law responsibility for harmful output becomes acute. Online misinformation produced by autonomous programs does not fit neatly into doctrines built on the assumption of a human perpetrator. This article tackles that mismatch. It begins by unpacking the technical roots of AI-generated rumors: flaws embedded in software … Read More
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