http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4126 South Eastern University International Arts Research Symposium -2019 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:28:40 GMT 2026-04-21T21:28:40Z http://http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk:80/retrieve/cb411aa9-e322-4558-a9e5-21bb2d3433ce/ http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4126 http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4276 Title: Natural resources for tourism in Jaffna Authors: Rajayogapoopathy, Jeevatharani Abstract: Tourism is a rapid growing phenomenon and has become one of the largest industries in the world. The impact of tourism is extremely varied. The introduction of tourism will imply an increased stress on resources available and the tourism industry is very resource- and land intensive. The Sri Lankan tourism industry plays a key role in regional development. Sri Lanka is a glorious paradise in the world. It has been popular because of its geographical location. Jaffna is one of the district of Northern Province of Sri Lanka. Jaffna district has more tourist potentials. Tourism image in Northern Province had changed by war during the last three decades. But the war is mostly over, and Sri Lanka is now stable, and increasing helps a lot. So this time is better to develop the districts. Therefore I selected this research this title. This research analyses the natural resources for regional development of tourism industry in Jaffna district. Tourist industry develops and contributes to the regional development and sustainable development. Information was gathered through visit to tourist areas, conducting interviews and relevant documents. SWOT analysis and descriptive statistical analysis were used for the result. The finding of research reveals that Jaffna district can benefit much more than present context of tourist industry. The many potentials for tourism were identified. That can improve the regional development. If Jaffna district has concentrate more on natural tourism, it can benefit from the tourist industry without endangering its social, cultural and environmental values. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4276 2019-12-18T00:00:00Z http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4275 Title: Impact of social media use on academic performance among University students: special reference with South Eastern University of Sri Lanka. Authors: Abdul Wahid, Fathima Shameera; Sajiharan, Sabaretnam Abstract: Social media has become one of the most important communication medium in recent times. Social media has gained wider acceptability, usability and it is becoming a most popular communication tool among the students especially all the higher education institute students. There are many social media existing in the world. Among that Facebook, WhatsApp and Twitter are gaining more and more popularity than others. These websites and social forums are way of communicating directly with other people socially. On these platforms, they get a chance and freedom to share their own opinion, ideas and comments. The purpose of this study is to identify use, usefulness, and impact of social media on the academic performance of the university students. Impact of Social Media use on Academic Performance among University Students had been examined through online survey by using The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) as variable to measure. Moreover, I use the group discussion, interview, research article and internet. This study is carried out in order to highlight the potentials of social media in the academic setting by collaborative learning and improve the students' academic performance. The results show that positive collaborative learning, interactive with peers, interactive with lecturers and engagement, will have an impact on the students’ academic performance. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4275 2019-12-18T00:00:00Z http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4274 Title: Identify the economic impacts of the Wemedilla Reservoir Construction: a study based on Galewela D.S. Division Authors: Nusrath Banu, M. M.; Mohamed Rinos, M. H. Abstract: Reservoirs have been used for thousands of years to regulate river flows and ensure adequate supply of water during dry periods. There will be a need for more reservoirs and dams in the future, as water consumption rises due to population increase. However, in recent years new reservoirs have been constructed in Sri Lanka giving both positive and negative impacts in the particular area. Wemedilla Reservoir located in Galewela DS Division has been selected for this research in order to find out the socio-economic and environmental impacts in the study area due to the Wemedilla Reservoir construction. The objectives of this research are to find the economic impacts caused by Wemedilla Reservoir and to identify the measures to mitigate the negative impacts. Primary data have been collected within the study area through questionnaire survey, interviews and field observations. Secondary data have been collected from the Divisional Secretariat Division of Galewela, Irrigation Office of Dambulla and published and unpublished materials. Microsoft Excel 2013 used for the data analysis. Further this study assesses the positive and negative impacts of Wemedilla Reservoir in the study area. Tourism, Agricultural Activities, Livelihood Development and Regional Development are some of the Positive Economic Impacts through the Wemedilla Reservoir in the study area. Loss of agricultural Lands and Improper relief are other negative economic impacts caused by the Wemedilla Reservoir. This research suggests some recommendations to mitigate the negative economic impact. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4274 2019-12-18T00:00:00Z http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4273 Title: Creative cities in Sri Lanka: understanding the cultural heritage, modernity and the sustainability of creative industries in Pilimatalawa, Molagoda and Wewaldeniya Authors: Ranathunga, G. M.; Karunarthne, P. V. M.; Ratnayake, R.; Grodach, C.; Butt, A. Abstract: The research project aims to introduce creative city concept to Sri Lanka. The project will align with the concept of creative cities under the UNESCO intangible cultural heritage which highlighted area of Kandy and related areas and promote access to local craft culture along with protection and promotion of cultural diversity of indigenous art and craft heritage. UNESCO world heritage city Kandy has selected as the study setting of the research. Many traditional arts and crafts based creative industries have directly facilitated to Socio-cultural economic infrastructure since the city had been a Kingdom from 15th Century AD to 1815. Even after the British took hold the capital of Kandy in the year of 1815, the traditional industries has been continued up to date. A living tradition which is based on the industries is still demanding in the life and the culture of the Sri Lankan people. The objective of the research is to investigate how sustainable the creative industries of brass wear of Pilimthalwa, pottery of Molagoda and reed work of Wewaldeniya in the context of the present city development plan. The research project started on April 2019 . This is a qualitative research approach. Research design involves field surveys, on field observations, interviews and discussions to gather data and information. A qualitative analysis of the data will be performed using the literature review and theoretical models. Mapping research with documentation will carry out according to ethnographic study methodology. This project will add value to sustainable industries of Sri Lanka. The project outcomes will be able to meaningfully implement in several institutions of Sri Lanka as well. The outcomes will be very much vital for the regional development/regional planning aspects of these industries (an angle on regional economy) within local and globalizing circuits. Review the existing development plan in relation to creative industries, Spatial distribution map of brass industries in the area towards planning a map of actor networks will forward a set of guidelines in relation to city planning to promote the industry in more sustainable way in the future. Categorization of the art and craft aspects of the industry (recording of Traditional form of art) is beneficial to stakeholders of the art and craft field (professionals/apprentices) and students to gain insight knowledge on the craft then transfer traditional knowledge into modern perspective. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/4273 2019-12-18T00:00:00Z