Exploring the Role of Popular Culture in Public Urban Spaces of Isfahan City

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Context 1.2 Research Objectives and Questions 1.3 Significance of the Study 1.4 Structure of the Thesis 2. Literature Review 2.1 Defining Popular Culture 2.2 Urban Spaces Transformation 2.3 Cultural Dynamics and Public Spaces 2.4 Case Studies in Similar Cities 3. Methodology 3.1 Research Design and Approach 3.2 Data Collection Methods 3.3 Data Analysis Techniques 3.4 Ethical Considerations 4. Isfahan City: An Overview 4.1 Historical Background of Isfahan 4.2 Demographics and Cultural Diversity 4.3 Overview of Urban Public Spaces 4.4 Current Cultural Trends 5. Popular Culture in Isfahan's Spaces 5.1 Music and Its Influence 5.2 Film and Urban Narratives 5.3 Fashion and Public Identity 5.4 Street Art and Visual Culture 6. Social Interactions in Public Spaces 6.1 Community Gatherings and Festivals 6.2 Social Media's Impact 6.3 Youth and Subcultural Movements 6.4 Informal Social Learning 7. Challenges and Opportunities 7.1 Cultural Resistance and Adaptation 7.2 Economic and Infrastructure Factors 7.3 Policy and Urban Planning 7.4 Potential for Cultural Diplomacy 8. Conclusion and Recommendations 8.1 Summary of Key Findings 8.2 Implications for Urban Development 8.3 Future Research Directions 8.4 Strategic Recommendations