http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12323/6295 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 04:35:09 GMT 2026-04-04T04:35:09Z http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12323/6300 Title: An Analysis of Epidemic Narratives in Russian Author Mikhail Bulgakov’s “A Young Doctor’s Notebook” Authors: Emir, Badegul Can Abstract: Epidemics are significant events that deeply affect societies in every period of human history. With this feature, epidemics have been the subject of the literary work –which is always sensitive to the world realities and utilizes them in their fictions– and have taken their place in many authors’ subject spectrum. In the works of doctor writer Mikhail Bulgakov (1891- 1940), who was one of these writers, you can witness the reflections of medical studies on creativity. A Young Doctor’s Notebook (1925) is one of the author’s most interesting medical stories. A doctor in this story by M. Bulgakov -who was also a medical doctor- struggles with various diseases and epidemics. The current study conducted in the light of qualitative research methods in the example of M. Bulgakov’s work, A Young Doctor’s Notebook, seeks to communicate both a doctor’s reaction and impressions and the public’s attitude towards the epidemic through the analysis of written documents. The current paper, an example of how a literary work might act as a guide in combating the epidemic and minimizing the disease effects through the medical explanations of the story A Young Doctor’s Notebook on fictitious issues, draws attention to the fact that literary works (medical stories) might contribute to the discussions on the epidemic, especially on the axis of the doctor-patient relationship. Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12323/6300 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12323/6299 Title: Braveman Koroghlu and Translation of Epic as a Factor of Cross-lingual and Cross-cultural Transfers Authors: Isaxanli, Hamlet Abstract: Koroghlu Dastani (The Epic of Koroghlu), common heroic epic of the Turkic peoples, was firstly recorded and then translated into English by Alexander Chodźko in 1834. It became popular in Europe and during short time translated into different languages, such as French, German and Russian. Romantic Koroghlu character inspired writers, such as George Sand and Henry Longfellow. Koroghlu Dastani travelled through the languages and cultures, and following the USA after Europe, Longfellow wrote the poem named The Leap of Roushan Beg based on the motives of Koroghlu Dastani. Two American composers wrote music (ballads) to this poem. Firstly, this poem of Longfellow, then in modern time Koroghlu Dastani itself published by Chodźko in English were translated back into Azerbaijani language. This article put under close scrutiny the Koroghlu Dastani, studying thoroughly how this epic turned to be the source of inspiration in Europe and North America for writers and composers; and triggered translation activities into English, French, Russian, and Azerbaijani languages and further considers its contribution to cultural transfers. Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12323/6299 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12323/6298 Title: Blogging as a tool to enable students to write more effectively Authors: Barua, Nivedita Malini Abstract: Blogging is usually associated with the posting of informal texts, but academic blogs have also become quite popular as they facilitate the exchange of ideas in many fields of study. This paper explores the scope of blogging in making tertiary level students more aware of a few important aspects of academic writing. The two objectives of this paper were to determine whether blogging can i) enable students to understand and practice the mechanics of academic writing, and ii) motivate the learners to write longer texts. The study was a quasiexperimental research that was conducted by the researcher in the classroom. The findings indicate a significant difference in the way learners understand the mechanics of academic writing due to blogging. The findings also revealed that learners are more motivated to write longer text while blogging. This study recommends the use of blogging as a tool in order to teach academic writing at the tertiary level. However, the lack of familiarity with technology among a number of students in India is still a cause for concern. Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12323/6298 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12323/6297 Title: The Relationship between Learner Autonomy and Language Learning Strategies among English for Medical Purposes (EMP) Students in Turkey Authors: Chetin, Hatice Kubra; Mede, Enisa Abstract: The purpose of this research was to find out the level of learner autonomy, the use of language learning strategies and examine the relationship between them in the English for Medical Purposes (EMP) program in Turkey. The study also aimed to shed light on EMP learners’ and their instructors’ perceptions regarding ESP instruction. In this mixed-method study, the data were collected from two questionnaires applied to gather information on the level of learner autonomy, and the frequency of the use of learning strategies; a placement test administered at the very beginning of the semester, and semi-structured interviews conducted with the participating learners and their instructors. The findings revealed that the students were moderately autonomous. Social and metacognitive learning strategies were most frequently used by the participants. Additionally, there was a varied relationship between learner autonomy and the use of learning strategies. However, no significant correlation was found in their proficiency level. Finally, both EMP students and their instructors shared positive perceptions of ESP instruction. Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12323/6297 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z