Brandon Knight | Arts and Humanities | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

Brandon Knight
Affiliation William Carey University
Country United States
Documents 20
Citations 87
h-index 4
Subject Area Arts and Humanities
Event International Research Excellence and Best Paper Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-5322-9472

Brandon Knight

Brandon Knight of William Carey University, United States is recognized with the Best Paper Award for research in the field of Arts and Humanities. His recognized paper, ““Doing the Work” Through Mockumentary: A Rhetoric of Irony in Daily Wire’s Am I Racist?”, examines the rhetorical use of mockumentary conventions and irony in the 2024 film Am I Racist?. The article was published in Religions in 2025 and identifies mockumentary, Bakhtinian dialogic analysis, and rhetorical irony as central elements of its approach [1].

Abstract

This article recognizes Brandon Knight with the Best Paper Award for research in Arts and Humanities. His recognized paper, ““Doing the Work” Through Mockumentary: A Rhetoric of Irony in Daily Wire’s Am I Racist?”, analyzes the rhetorical strategies used in the mockumentary format of Am I Racist?. According to the published article, the study uses a Bakhtinian analysis of dialogic opposition to examine the film’s use of ironic characters, rhetorical enactments, juxtaposition, and documentary-style performance [1].

Keywords

Best Paper Award, Brandon Knight, Arts and Humanities, Mockumentary, Rhetoric of Irony, Am I Racist?, Daily Wire, Rhetorical Analysis, Media Studies, Film Studies, Communication Studies, Cultural Analysis, Documentary Form, Bakhtinian Analysis, Dialogic Opposition, Irony, Contemporary Media.

Introduction

The recognized research examines the relationship between mockumentary form and rhetorical irony in the contemporary film Am I Racist?. Published research identifies the film as a documentary-style production that uses irony and performance as central elements of its rhetorical presentation [1].

Research Profile

Brandon Knight is affiliated with William Carey University in the United States. Public academic profiles identify him with the university’s communication-related academic activities and describe his research interests as including political satire, mockumentaries, and contemporary media [3].

Research Contributions

The recognized paper contributes to scholarship on mockumentary rhetoric by examining how irony can operate as a rhetorical strategy within documentary-style media. The study applies a Bakhtinian framework involving dialogic opposition and examines the ways the film’s characters and performances contribute to its rhetorical structure [1].

Publications

The article is listed by the journal as belonging to the section concerning Religions and Humanities/Philosophies [1].

Research Impact

The supplied academic information records 20 documents, 87 citations, and an h-index of 4. These indicators provide a quantitative snapshot of the researcher’s scholarly record as supplied for this award profile.

Award Suitability

The Best Paper Award recognition is associated with the research contribution represented by Knight’s paper in the field of Arts and Humanities. The study presents a defined analytical framework for examining mockumentary, irony, rhetoric, and contemporary media.

Conclusion

Brandon Knight of William Carey University, United States is recognized with the Best Paper Award for research in Arts and Humanities. His recognized paper, ““Doing the Work” Through Mockumentary: A Rhetoric of Irony in Daily Wire’s Am I Racist?”, provides a rhetorical and humanities-based examination of mockumentary form, irony, dialogic opposition, and contemporary media [1].

External Links

Reference

  1. Knight, G. B. (2025). “Doing the Work” Through Mockumentary: A Rhetoric of Irony in Daily Wire’s Am I Racist? Religions, 16(10), 1321.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/rel16101321
  2. Brandon Knight – ORCID Profile. ORCID identifier 0000-0001-5322-9472.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5322-9472
  3. Brandon Knight – Academic Profile. Academic profile identifying Knight’s affiliation with William Carey University and research interests in communication, rhetoric, political satire, and mockumentaries.
    https://independent.academia.edu/BrandonKnight14
  4. Best Paper Awards. Best Paper Awards website and award information.
    https://bestpaperawards.com/

BULING XIA | Arts and Humanities | Best Paper Award

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Best Paper Award

Sustainable Use Intention of Text-to-Image Generative AI in Higher Education: An S–O–R Model with Parallel Trust and Risk Pathways

BULING XIA
Affiliation Hanyang University
Country China
Documents 1
Citations 2
Subject Area Arts and Humanities
Award Category Best Paper Award
Event
Best Paper Awards
ORCID
0009-0001-3018-0837

The Best Paper Award recognizes the outstanding scholarly contribution of
BULING XIA from Hanyang University, China.
The award honors innovative research in Arts and Humanities through the study
“Sustainable Use Intention of Text-to-Image Generative AI in Higher Education: An S–O–R Model with Parallel Trust and Risk Pathways.”
The research provides important insights into artificial intelligence adoption, trust formation, perceived risks, and sustainable technology usage within higher education environments.

Abstract

The Best Paper Award recognizes BULING XIA for outstanding academic contributions through the research titled “Sustainable Use Intention of Text-to-Image Generative AI in Higher Education: An S–O–R Model with Parallel Trust and Risk Pathways.The study investigates factors influencing the sustainable adoption of text-to-image generative artificial intelligence in higher education. By applying the Stimulus–Organism–Response framework, the research examines the influence of trust and perceived risk on users’ intentions toward AI technologies. The findings provide valuable theoretical and practical insights for responsible AI integration, digital transformation, and interdisciplinary research within Arts and Humanities.

Keywords

Arts and Humanities; Generative Artificial Intelligence; Text-to-Image AI; Higher Education; Sustainable Use Intention; S–O–R Model; Trust; Perceived Risk; Educational Technology; Artificial Intelligence Adoption.

Introduction

Artificial intelligence technologies are transforming educational environments by introducing innovative approaches to teaching, learning, and knowledge creation. Understanding user acceptance and sustainable usage of AI tools has become increasingly important. BULING XIA’s research contributes to this field by examining how trust and perceived risks influence the adoption of text-to-image generative AI in higher education.

Research Profile

BULING XIA is affiliated with Hanyang University, China. The researcher focuses on emerging areas including generative artificial intelligence, educational technology, technology acceptance, and digital innovation. With published research contributions and citation impact, the work demonstrates growing influence in interdisciplinary studies connecting technology, education, and Arts and Humanities perspectives.

Scientific Background

The rapid development of generative artificial intelligence has created new opportunities and challenges in higher education. Research on AI adoption requires understanding technological benefits, psychological factors, trust mechanisms, and potential risks. BULING XIA’s research provides a scientific foundation for exploring sustainable interaction between users and AI-powered educational technologies.

Methodology

The research applies the Stimulus–Organism–Response (S–O–R) model to analyze sustainable use intentions toward text-to-image generative AI. The study examines parallel pathways involving trust and perceived risk, providing a structured framework for understanding behavioral responses and decision-making processes related to AI adoption in higher education.

Key Findings

The study demonstrates that trust and perceived risk play important roles in shaping users’ intentions to adopt text-to-image generative AI technologies. The findings highlight the importance of developing reliable, transparent, and user-centered AI systems that encourage sustainable technology utilization within educational environments.

Scientific Contributions

BULING XIA’s research contributes to artificial intelligence and educational technology studies by integrating behavioral theory with practical technology adoption challenges. The work strengthens understanding of sustainable AI implementation through interdisciplinary approaches combining information technology, education research, and human behavioral perspectives.

Conclusion

The Best Paper Award celebrates BULING XIA’s contribution to advancing research on sustainable text-to-image generative AI adoption in higher education. The study demonstrates academic excellence, innovative methodology, and interdisciplinary significance by addressing important factors that influence responsible artificial intelligence usage and future educational technology development.

References

  1. ORCID Profile.
    https://orcid.org/0009-0001-3018-0837
  2. Best Paper Awards.
    https://bestpaperawards.com/
  3. Hanyang University.
    https://www.hanyang.ac.kr/