Measuring the Effects of Competition-Driven Teaching in College Yoga: Design and Empirical Testing of a Multidimensional Evaluation Model

Abstract: As universities continue to reform physical education, teaching through competition has become a promising way to improve the vitality of yoga courses. This study develops and tests a multidimensional evaluation model for competition-driven yoga instruction. Literature review and field research were used to identify five assessment domains: movement mastery, physical condition, aesthetic expression, collaborative ability, and psychological competence. Evidence from questionnaires, classroom observation, and comparative teaching experiments was then used to evaluate changes following implementation. The results indicate that structured competition raises student involvement, supports comprehensive development, and helps instructors adjust teaching more effectively. The model provides an operable basis for evaluating college yoga outcomes and offers both conceptual and practical support for curriculum reform.

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Ruoxi Zhan*, Xinyue Kou, Jinglan Fu

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Innovating Film and Television English Education: Teaching Models and Methodological Approaches

Abstract: The international expansion of China's film and television sector has increased the need for professionals who can use English effectively in specialized settings. Existing instruction, however, often falls short of students' practical communication needs. This study analyzes weaknesses in current film and television English education and evaluates approaches designed for Chinese learners, including student-centered interaction, project-based learning, and technology-supported immersive practice. Literature analysis and teaching experiments indicate that these models strengthen language proficiency while improving the ability to communicate across cultures during film production. By linking English learning with authentic professional tasks and media contexts, the proposed approach better prepares students for global collaboration. The study therefore provides an applied framework for renewing film and television English education in China.

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Qinglan Mo

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Industry-Education Collaboration as a Driver of Innovation in Higher-Education Talent Development

Abstract: This paper investigates how industry-education collaboration can reshape talent-development models in higher education as the gap between university learning and workplace expectations continues to widen. A mixed-method design combining case studies and empirical analysis is used to identify the features of effective partnerships that connect curricula with authentic professional practice. The findings show that co-designed courses, industry placements, joint research, and sustained institutional cooperation can improve curriculum relevance, graduate employability, and student satisfaction. These arrangements also help learners acquire applicable skills and a deeper understanding of professional contexts. Implementation nevertheless depends on resolving coordination problems, differences between academic and corporate cultures, and the challenge of scaling successful projects. The study offers recommendations for educational leaders seeking stronger and more durable partnerships, emphasizing the integration of disciplinary knowledge with practical experience to prepare graduates for a changing economy.

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Yunxi Gu

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Individualized Exercise Prescriptions for Post-Stroke Functional Impairment: Evidence from a Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract: Objective: Post-stroke dysfunction remains one of the principal causes of long-term disability worldwide and frequently produces persistent deficits in movement, postural control, and activities of daily living (ADL). Exercise-based rehabilitation has established clinical value, but many programs still rely on generalized routines, and standardized prescription models that are simultaneously individualized and supported by quantifiable outcomes have not been sufficiently examined in randomized trials. This study therefore compared a structured, patient-specific exercise prescription with conventional rehabilitation and evaluated whether the tailored program could produce superior functional recovery after stroke. Methods: A single-blind randomized controlled trial enrolled 84 patients with post-stroke dysfunction from a tertiary rehabilitation center. The sample had a mean age of 62.4±8.7 years and included 46 men and 38 women. Participants were randomly assigned in equal numbers to an experimental group (n=42) or a control group (n=42). The experimental group completed an individualized prescription integrating aerobic conditioning, resistance exercise, balance practice, and coordination training for 60 minutes per session, five sessions each week, over 12 weeks. The control group received the center's conventional rehabilitation program. Primary outcomes were motor performance measured by the Fugl-Meyer Assessment (FMA), balance measured by the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), and daily functional independence measured by the Modified Barthel Index (MBI). Secondary measures were gait speed on the 10-Meter Walk Test and quality of life on the Stroke-Specific Quality of Life Scale (SS-QOL). Evaluations were performed at baseline, after 6 weeks, and at the end of week 12. Results: Baseline demographic and functional measures showed no statistically significant between-group differences (p>0.05), supporting the comparability of the two groups. By week 12, however, the individualized-program group demonstrated consistently larger gains than the conventional-rehabilitation group across all assessed domains. FMA scores improved by 26.8% in the experimental group, rising from 45.3±9.6 to 57.4±10.2, whereas the control group improved by 12.5%, from 46.1±10.1 to 51.9±9.8 (p

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Zimo Wen Hanyu Xun

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From Green Screens to Virtual Production: How Emerging Technologies Reshape Film and Television Acting

Abstract: This study examines how the move from green-screen workflows to LED-wall, virtual-reality, and other virtual-production systems is changing screen performance and production practice. Drawing on qualitative interviews with industry practitioners and case analyses of recent productions, it considers actor immersion, performance flexibility, and collaboration across media. The evidence suggests that virtual environments can provide richer visual cues and expand creative possibilities, allowing performers to adapt more readily to varied production contexts. At the same time, reduced contact with physical scenery and the technical complexity of virtual sets may constrain interaction and complicate communication between actors and directors. Overall, virtual production is shown to be both a demanding performance environment and a significant source of artistic innovation.

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Qingyue Han

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