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What is Folklore

Chapter 580
Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Fourth Edition
Generally refers to forms of cultural expressions, which people use to convey and share their history and identity. It incorporates narratives, jokes, beliefs, proverbs, legends, myths, music, songs, dances, costumes, food, and festivals.
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Exploring “Hacking,” Digital Public Art, and Implication for Contemporary Governance
Amadu Wurie Khan (University of Edinburgh, UK) and Chris Speed (University of Edinburgh, UK)
Copyright: © 2018 |Pages: 15
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-2255-3.ch580
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Chapter 12
A Study of References in Contemporary Collections of Valencian Folktales
An artistic form of communication given in a small group where interaction is possible.
Published in Chapter: A Study of References in Contemporary Collections of Valencian Folktales; From: History of Catalonia and Its Implications for Contemporary Nationalism and Cultural Conflict
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Chapter 18
Folklore as a Response to the Pandemic: Rumors About the Coronavirus
A form of artistic communication within a small group that is used in difficult, delicate or potentially troubling situations.
Published in Chapter: Folklore as a Response to the Pandemic: Rumors About the Coronavirus; From: Handbook of Research on Historical Pandemic Analysis and the Social Implications of COVID-19
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Chapter 7
Digital Narrative as an Educational Tool for Cultural Heritage Teaching
The traditional stories, customs, and habits of a specific community or nation.
Published in Chapter: Digital Narrative as an Educational Tool for Cultural Heritage Teaching; From: The Digital Folklore of Cyberculture and Digital Humanities
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Chapter 4
Multiple Intelligences Theory Applied to Folklore in Omani EFL Teaching
Stories (capturing the tradition, belief, customs) of a community that are passed on from one generation to the other by word of mouth.
Published in Chapter: Multiple Intelligences Theory Applied to Folklore in Omani EFL Teaching; From: Handbook of Research on Curriculum Reform Initiatives in English Education
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