The doctoral thesis: “The contemporary behavioral culture of the Ma people in the Cat Tien National Park Area” belongs to major: Cultural studies of PhD Candicate Nguyen Kieu Lan Thuong, training course K36 (2020-2024).
Supervisor: Assoc, Prof. Dr. LamNhan and Dr.Nguyen Thi Kim Lien.
Training Institution: Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics.
Summary of the new findings of the thesis:
New theoretical contributions:
The dissertation contributes to the systematization and further deepening of the theoretical basis of cultural behavior in cultural studies, especially in the relationship between humans and the natural and social environments.
The research identifies specific characteristics of the cultural behavior of the Ma people, clarifying the structure, principles, and foundational values of their cultural behavior in the unique ecological and social context of Cat Tien National Park. The dissertation provides additional scientific grounding for the systematic cultural-behavioral approach to studying ethnic cultures.
New practical contributions:
The dissertation provides empirical data on the current state of the cultural behavior of the Ma people toward the natural and social environments.
The research findings serve as valuable references for developing cultural policies and conserving the intangible cultural heritage of ethnic minority communities. They also contribute to proposing solutions for preserving and promoting the cultural behavior values of the Ma people in association with sustainable development goals and the protection of the Cat Tien National Park ecosystem. Additionally, the dissertation is a useful source of materials for research, teaching, and cultural management in ethnic minority areas.
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