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Students’ Perspective of Acceptable Online Learning Platforms for Japanese Language Skills Courses
Authors: Setyanto Aji , Efrizal Efrizal , Nugroho Yohanes Padmo Adi
Published: October 2023

This study aimed to determine which online learning platforms are suitable for Japanese language skills courses. By finding out the platforms, we were able to know which platforms were acceptable and unacceptable, as well as the primary factors and reasons behind them. Qualitative research was conducted to perform the study using open-ended questions and in-depth interviews. Interviews were conducted with first and second-year 132 Japanese language learners at one of the State University in Malang, Indonesia. Qualitative Data Analysis (QDA) software was used for data analysis to discuss, conclude and present in a structured manner. The results showed that the platforms used were acceptable because they were effective and efficient, easy to use, easy to understand the material, and in accordance with the learning character. Meanwhile, some platforms were declared unacceptable because trouble often occurred, less able to accept the material, difficult to interact with, challenging to use, and so on. The online platforms declared acceptable for Japanese language skills courses were Google Classroom, Google Form, Google Meet, Zoom Cloud Meeting, and WhatsApp Group (WAG). Especially for the Kaiwa and Choukai courses, apart from the platforms, Discord was also used. This study can be a reference for Japanese Language Instructure to choose the ideal platform to teach Japanese Language Skills in Online Classes.
Family Role And Religious Moderation Islamic Education Perspective: Millenial Radicalism Prediction
Authors: Charles Charles , Yusutria Yusutria , Yuherman Yuherman
Published: October 2023

The role of the millennial generation is very strategic in preventing radicalism. This discussion aims to find out the role of the family in instilling religious moderation from an Islamic education perspective: anticipating radicalism in the millennial generation. This discussion uses a qualitative approach to library research, with primary and secondary data sources. The analytical method used for data validity takes the context into account takes into account the context. This analysis emphasizes the process of seeing the content of communication qualitatively and interpreting the content of communication and the symbolic interactions that occur. Radical spreading factor: political developments, economic inequality, mental health, wrong understanding of religion, intolerance, blind bigotry, exclusive attitude, revolutionary attitude. Against radicalism in the millennial generation: instilling awareness through families, schools and communities of the importance of maintaining unity and oneness, and the role of religious leaders and scholars in providing understanding. The concept of religious moderation in Islam is classified into deep moderation: having faith, worship, behaving, and formation of sharia. Understanding and practising Islamic amaliyah moderation in the family: providing excessive and lacking understanding and practice of religion, balance in understanding and practising religion, putting something in its place and carrying out rights and obligations proportionally, recognising and respecting differences, not discriminatory, solving the problem by way of deliberation, prioritize reformative principles, prioritize priorities, always open to changes according to the times. 10. Uphold good morals.
Digital Book Hindu-Buddhist Kingdom in Palembang Based on Flipbook Maker for High School Students
Authors: Petun Dominikus Doni , Rochmat Saefur , Zulkarnain Zulkarnain
Published: October 2023

Teaching materials are learning tools that are used with the help of tools that facilitate the delivery of material during the learning process at school. A platform called Flipbook Maker provides open-access e-learning in the form of digital books. The purpose of this research is to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of Flipbook Maker-based learning media for e-learning. For class X SMA students, teaching materials were made in the form of digital books about the Kingdom of Sriwijaya with case studies at a junior high school in Sorong Regency. Development research with the ADDIE model, which consists of the stages of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation, is the research method used. Material experts, media experts, and linguists assigned “fit” scores to the research team's product during development. During the implementation phase, the researcher conducted tests with class X students of the school. Students in the Try Out One-to-One and Small Group Try Out groups evaluated the results of this implementation phase using the "very suitable" criteria. Finally, the evaluation results show the effectiveness of the product by showing an increase in student learning outcomes of 34.41%. This shows how effective digital books on the history of the Srivijaya Kingdom based on flipbook maker are for learning. The limitations of this research are the schools studied were only one school, and have different geography and demographics. Furthermore, the Flipook Maker learning media is only used on certain topics in history subjects whose results are not necessarily the same if used in the same or other subjects.
Analysis of Child-Friendly School Strategies to Prevent Bullying at Elementary Schools
Authors: Sa'diyah Halimatus , Nurhayati Sri
Published: October 2023

Bullying is aggressive behavior that affects children’s social development. The number of bullying cases in Indonesia shows that schools as educational institutions have not been able to provide optimal protection for students. A child-friendly school model is expected to reduce bullying at schools in Indonesia. This research aimed to analyze child-friendly school strategies to reduce bullying at elementary schools. It used a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis whose instrument adopted a child-friendly school model developed by UNICEF. The data were collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. There are 73 participants in this research, including the headmaster, teachers, students and parents chosen by random sampling technique. The technique for data analysis included data condensation, data display, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that child-friendly school efforts to reduce bullying included several aspects that adapted to the model developed by UNICEF. The strategies applied to reduce bullying were through life skills-based learning activities (public speaking and gardening) and character-based learning activities (reciting the Qur'an and praying in congregation). In conclusion, the strategies of a child-friendly school in anticipating bullying in elementary school can be done by developing life skill education and various character based learning activities.
Revitalizing Academic Services: A Qualitative Investigation into Strategic Management Implementation
Authors: Huliatunisa Yayah , Nurdin Diding , Permana Johar
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study is to analyze the quality of academic services at the Faculty of Health Sciences, through strategic management steps, including environmental analysis, formulation, implementation, evaluation of performance measurement, using descriptive qualitative methods. Data collection by qualitative interviews was carried out on five sources of information, qualitative observation, documentation study and literature study. Data were analyzed using open coding, axial coding and selected coding strategies. Triangulation was chosen as a technique to check the validity of research data. The results of the study show that in an effort to achieve its goals, the institution has not been able to reach the efficient stage, meaning that it really requires a lot of time, adequate costs needed, university support and leadership, loyalty and commitment of the entire academic community so that management functions run well, develop various resources. local wisdom-based funds, improvement and development of its resources.
Increasing Student Learning Enthusiasm Through Multimedia-Based Learning
Authors: Anwar Abu , Hasan Samsi , Haerani Elin
Published: October 2023

A teaching device is a medium that can be used to convey material from a teacher to students. The delivery of material designed in the form of multimedia aims to make it easier for students to understand the material both in the form of desktop and web-based applications. A common problem faced by students is that there are still many who have not achieved satisfactory learning achievement. With the existing limitations, learning tools that support learning achievement are absolutely necessary. This research focuses on increasing student enthusiasm for learning in the Ulumul Quran course. Learning activities with multimedia-based applications aim to increase students' enthusiasm for learning, so that the material is absorbed more quickly and students are not bored. Initial observations included a literature review and interviews to identify class issues for lesson analysis and possible remedies. In developing the solution, the problem is identified based on course material, class schedule, student characteristics, class atmosphere, learning methods/approaches, process assessment, and learning outcomes. Then analyse data and demands and design a multimedia-based e-learning system. The conclusion of this study states that students are able to increase their enthusiasm for learning the subject 'Ulumul Qur'an. There is an increase in student enthusiasm for learning with multimedia-based learning. This can be seen in the average N-Gain value obtained 0.466. The significant value obtained from the calculation results is smaller than the significant level α = 0.05 (0.000 0.05) than H0, which states that there is no difference in the enthusiasm for learning of students who study.
The Contribution of Kampus Mengajar Program to the Students’ Personal Development and Employability
Authors: Suranto Suranto , Mustofa Rochman Hadi , Sari Dhany Efita , Ulfatun Titik , Gano-an Jonathan Camana , Amanda Bunga
Published: October 2023

This research aimed to examine the effect of Kampus Mengajar program experience on personal development and employability, with the usefulness of the program as an intervening variable. This study applied the quantitative method with causality research design and the Structural Equation Model (SEM) for the research analysis approach. The data collection technique used the Likert scale questionnaires sent through a Google form. 62 students of the Accounting Education Study Program joined Kampus Mengajar program Batch 1 and Batch 2. The data were analyzed by software SmartPLS 3 with a Partial Least Square (PLS) approach. The first step of the analysis was model measurement, which consisted of construct reliability, construct validity, and discriminant validity. The second step was structural model measurement to examine the hypotheses which comprised of R2 value, f2 value, direct effect, and indirect effect. The result revealed a direct and significant effect of Kampus Mengajar experience on program's usefulness. Besides, Kampus Mengajar experience showed an immediate and significant effect on each personal development and employability variable. Another research result showed an indirect significant effect of Kampus Mengajar experience on personal development with the program's usefulness as an intervening variable. This study concludes that Kampus Mengajar program as a teaching internship program positively influences students, and thus, this program needs to be followed up.
Harmonizinng Knowledge Integration: Insights from Amin Abdullah and Nidhal Guessom in Pesantren-Based Higher Education
Authors: Prastowo Agung Ilham , Suharto Toto , Widodo Sembodo Ardi
Published: October 2023

This article aims to find a feasible concept of integrated knowledge for pesantren-based higher education. This research is essential considering the issue of the integration of knowledge is still challenging for most educational institutions in Indonesia, especially higher education and pesantren. Higher education emphasizes the importance of general science based on research and methodology. it is important to adopt pesantren that emphasize Islamic teachings and building character. This research is based on a literature study where the data is taken from documents such as books, journals, and papers. The data analysis steps in this research are reducing data, presenting or displaying data, and verifying data or conclusions. The theistic science of Guessoum and the integration interconnection of Abdullah’s approach potentially solve this problem hence a comprehensive study on these theories is required. The outcome is the concept of integrated knowledge namely the integration of theistic science. It offers the development of general science based on the Divinity modern sciences. The integration of theistic science implemented in pesantren-based higher education should involve the aspects of philosophical foundation, the scope of integration, and educational goals.
The Development of Digital Library Platform in Indonesian School Library
Authors: Nurhikmah H Nurhikmah , Arismunandar Arismunandar , Hadi Hadiwijaya , Mustafa Mustafa , Amrah Amrah , Ramli Abdul Malik
Published: October 2023

The purposes of this research are to find the needs of Digital Library Application Development, to create the prototype of Digital Library Application Development and to find the validation level, practicality, and effectiveness of Digital Library Application Development. This research method used Research and Development, which uses ADDIE (analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). The subjects of this research were 1 expert, 1 media expert, 1 leader, 4 librarians, 10 teachers, and 35 students. The method of collecting data used in this research were interviews, observation, and questionnaires. Based on the result of this research, it shows that the digital library application development is necessary to improve the learning and teaching process, with the centralized database, it can help the users access the information and help the librarian to manage the school library. The prototype of the library application development of Athirah Islamic School provides some descriptions that the library application is suitable for the users' needs. The testing result by the expert shows that the digital library application of Athirah Islamic School has fulfilled the very valid category through some field-testing steps such as content validation and media validation. The level of practicality of digital library application can be seen from the testing result of the product based on the technical aspect given by the practitioners (libraries, students, and teachers) that fulfills the strongly agree criteria or very practical category. The level of effectiveness of the library application use can be seen from the questionnaire results given to the students, teachers, and librarians. It can be concluded that of 5 indicators such as: system quality, information quality, serving quality, users' satisfaction and the net benefit obtained that the library application is at a very effective qualification level.
The Implementation of MBKM Policy as a Government Communication Effort in Educational Transformation in Indonesia
Authors: Herman Achmad
Published: October 2023

The Freedom to Learn-Independent campus (hereafter, MBKM) policy provides opportunities for students to gain broader learning experiences and new competencies through some learning activities. Students are also free to take part in learning events that are not part of their study plan. It is important to follow this policy, so it needs to be shared with everyone who has an interest in it. This study aims to determine the extent of government communication in encouraging the successful implementation of the MBKM policy. This study used a quantitative approach, and the population was the MBKM unit (units or sections that facilitate students for MBKM activities) and students involved in the MBKM program, with a total of 100 respondents. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Data were collected by distributing questionnaires. Data were then tabulated and processed using SPSS. The results showed that government communication in the implementation of the MBKM Policy was procedural (with a mean value of 4.97) and accountable based on government communication procedures (with a mean of 4,96). The implementation of MBKM policy was to provide benefits for students in terms of creativity and innovation as demonstrated by the implemented MBKM programs. Indeed, the implementation of this policy faced some weaknesses in that the government communication regarding MBKM is not fully on target and lacks efficacy (with a mean value of 3.00). It means that some policy implementers have not fully implemented the policies and some students are less interested in being involved in MBKM programs.
Understanding of Moderation Verses in Books Published in 2014 and 2017 Perspective of Jurgen Habermas' Ideology Criticism
Authors: Ghofur Abdul , Najib Abdul , Alfi Ahmad Musonnif
Published: October 2023

Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti (PAIBP), published by Kementerian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan in 2014 and 2017 book was the main source for high schools in Indonesia. But, a previous study found that this book contained some radicalism value meanwhile, the government tried so hard to eradicate it through a moderation campaign. However, this book still contains some themes of moderation in the discussions such as unity (ukhuwah), tolerance and democracy which would be the focused of this study. This research then aims to review some article of the Qur`an that contains moderation value to gain explanation, discussion and easy implementation. The framework of this study was ideology critics by Jurgen Habermas which consisted of two steps of research to find technical understanding and reflected understanding. The technical understanding was found by several field investigations using observation in all 9 public senior high schools in Rembang regency and interviews with the PAI teacher and also the students from all levels with snowballing sampling. This study found that technical understanding of this book stopped at normative-definitive comprehensions while the implementations could not be done because this book's explanations were too short. It was also influenced by the understanding of the teachers and the teaching style of the teachers that was very subjective. The only implantation founded was reading the qur’an verses by ilm tajwid. The reflective understanding was found by a series explorations of Qur’anic exegesis books and several Islamic classical literature. The results of this study shows that this book could be upgraded by (1) extended the meaning of ukhuwah (2) limitations of the practice of tolerance and (3) additions discourse of democracy in the field of sharia and contextualization of democracy in the context of Indonesia.
Computational Thinking (CT)-based Student Worksheet to Improve the Mathematical Literacy of Mathematics Prospective Teacher
Authors: Maharani Swasti , Susanti Vera Dewi , Andari Tri , Krisdiana Ika , Astuti Indra Puji
Published: October 2023

Mathematical Literacy ability has important for prospective mathematics teachers. It is closely related to Computational Thinking (CT). The aim of this study is to produce CT-students worksheets to improve the mathematical literacy of prospective mathematics teachers. The development study using model ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). Thirty-seven would-be maths teachers participated in the study's sixth semester. Subject criteria are students who are not familiar with CT. The instruments in this study were CT-based student worksheets, validation sheets, student response questionnaires, pre-test and post-test questions. The results showed that CT-based student worksheets met the criteria of valid (validity percentage of 84.5%), practical (practicality percentage of 88.68%), and effective (N-gain value of 46.91%). Based on these results, it's appropriate to conclude that CT-based student papers can help students who want to become math teachers learn more about math. Recommendations for further research can be made on the development of a wider material and a wider subject as well.
The Value Relevance of Accounting and Financial Information in Stock Returns: The Case of Jordanian Commercial Banks
Authors: Mohammad Jadallah Oroba , Salim Haddad Fayez , Hussein Al Tarawneh Ahmad
Published: October 2023

The primary aim of this research is to examine the value relevance of accounting and financial information in explaining stock returns by using panel data for a sample of 13 commercial banks listed in Amman Stock Exchange (ASE), through the period from 2010 to 2018. It uses dividends payout ratio, book value per share and earnings per share as proxies of accounting and financial information.

The findings indicate that earnings per share, book value per share, dividends payout ratio and bank size do not influence stock returns. These results are consistent with Black and Scholes (1974) and Fama and French (1992), among others.
The Impact of Consumer versus Firm Credit on Economic Growth
Authors: Sami Al Rahamneh Sara
Published: October 2023

This study investigates the impact of consumer versus firm lending on Jordanian economic growth by using quarterly data from 1994 to 2018. This study uses the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model.

The empirical results show that there is a positive and long-run equilibrium relationship between consumer lending and GDP growth, since increasing consumer lending raises consumption of services, which contributes 66.6% of Jordan's GDP. Furthermore, the empirical results show that there is no long-run equilibrium relationship between firm lending and Jordanian economic growth. The researcher attributes these results to the crowding effect of government lending. The empirical results show that there is a negative and long-run equilibrium relationship between government lending and GDP growth, as more government lending will decrease the number of loans to the business sector, which in turn will affect the economic growth negatively.
Exploring the Impact of Strategic Intelligence on Strategic Orientation: A Field Study on Jordanian Commercial Banks
Authors: Shukri Zarafili Sami , Shukri Zarafili Lina
Published: October 2023

This study aimed at identifying the impact of strategic intelligence on strategic orientation in Jordanian commercial banks. The population of the study consisted of all thirteen Jordanian commercial banks. The study sample included all of the study population (a comprehensive survey). The unit of sampling and analysis totaled (870) respondents and was comprised of the following job titles: general manager, deputy general manager, department manager and branch manager in the targeted banks. In order to achieve the objectives of this study, quantitative methods (descriptive and analytical methods) were used and a questionnaire was designed to collect the required data from the respondents to test the study hypotheses using Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings of the analysis indicated that strategic intelligence has a statistically significant impact on strategic orientation in Jordanian commercial banks. Also, the findings revealed that the levels of strategic intelligence and strategic orientation in Jordanian commercial banks were high. Based on the findings, the study concluded the necessity of promoting the adoption of a high level of strategic intelligence in the targeted banks because of its significant influence on the strategic orientation of these banks
Computational Thinking Education in K–12: A Review
Authors: Rismanchian Sina
Published: October 2023

Since Jeannette Wing’s popularization of the term “Computational Thinking” (CT), there has been a call for teaching students how computers think. The book, Computational Thinking Education in K–12: Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Physical Computing is a great work describing different ideas around teaching computational thinking and AI literacy. Like it or not, we are living in an era where computers have become an omnipresent presence in our lives. The authors try to bring up current problems in CT education; propose different praxis of teaching CT to students; and depict conceptual frameworks based on their conceptualization of CT and their beliefs about learning theories. In this book review, I am going to present an overall view of the book along with my evaluations of the strengths and probable shortcomings in the book.
TRANSFORMING RABBIT SKIN WASTE INTO A CRAFT PRODUCT
Authors: Abd Rahim Norol Najwa , Ghazali Rusmawati , Hashim Hema Zulaika , Anwar Rusmadiah
Published: October 2023

The establishment of making craft products from rabbit skin is a field that society has not previously explored. This has raised the issue of odour pollution in rabbit skin cultivation and waste disposal areas. Hence, the purpose of this study is to explore the methods of cleaning rabbit skin. Among the methods that should be highlighted is the principle of cleaning the fat inside the skin through a series of cleaning processes. Due to climate in Malaysia, some techniques have been explored and investigated that produce positive results. Initial experiments were carried out with some FELDA Besout 5 residents to determine the accuracy of the flow and cleaning processes. After some experiments, it was discovered that the best ingredients for neutralizing rabbit skin were alum, salt, and mink oil. The material used to clean rabbit skin is readily available; in fact, it is a material that individuals use at home daily. As a result, after the rabbit skin has been cleaned, it can be used to create any type of creative work. The proposed cleaning process module can be used to improve the knowledge and skills of FELDA residents who are directly involved in rabbit farming since this provides a source of revenue for their family. This can aid and mobilize the community to explore and implement the module. It is essential to keep working on involving society in these methodologies to improve their social skills and reveal more social economic lifestyle change. Craft items are an undeniably lucrative product category in tourist areas. Hopefully, rabbit fur products will catch the attention of tourists.
QUANTIFICATION OF CHLOROPHYLL CONTENT IN LEAVES OF AVICENNIA GERMINANS, LAGUNCULARIA RACEMOSA, DURIO ZIBETHINUS, GARCINIA MANGOSTANA, SPINACIA OLERACEA, PIPER BETLE, PIPER SARMENTOSUM AND CENTELLA ASIATICA
Authors: Arshad Munawwarah , Kamaruddin Sharir Aizat , Abd.Aziz Khairul Naim , Khazali Ahmad Suhail , Hashim Mohd Akmal , Zulkffle Muhammad Azhar , Hashim Aimie Rifhan , Bakar Latifah Munirah , Abdullah Mohamad Zakkirun
Published: October 2023

This study aimed to determine chlorophyll concentrations in Avicennia germinans, Laguncularia racemosa, Durio zibethinus, Garcinia mangostana, Spinacia oleracea, Piper betle, Piper sarmentosum, and Centella asiatica. The analytical procedures required 250 mg of leaf sample to be macerated with 10 ml of 80% acetone using a pestle and mortar. The extract was centrifuged for 5 minutes at 5000 rpm. Then, the solution was transferred into a 25 ml volumetric flask and made up to 25 ml using 80% acetone. The steps were repeated by substituting with the rest of the leaf samples that would be tested. The colour intensity of green pigment was read at 645 and 663 nm for chlorophyll-a, chlorophyll-b, and total chlorophyll content using a spectrophotometer. The result revealed that the total chlorophyll content of all species ranged from 0.081-1.112 mg/g fresh weight. The chlorophyll-a concentration for all species ranged from 0.028-0.718 mg/g fresh weight; chlorophyll-b content ranged from 0.053-0.499 mg/g fresh weight. Piper sarmentosum was found to have the highest total chlorophyll content and chlorophyll-a, whereas Durio zibethinus had the highest content of chlorophyll-b. Chlorophyll has potential benefits, including improving health, boosting energy, and fighting illnesses. Additionally, chlorophyll has possible health benefits, including increased energy and the ability to fight infections.
ON-CAMPUS SMOKING: DANGERS AND OFFENCES
Authors: Abdul Razak Farihana , Zaidi Mohd Azian , Che Ahmat Amin , Mohd Patel Iza Faradiba
Published: October 2023

Higher education institution is one of the smoking ban places listed in Regulation 11(1) of the Control of Tobacco Product Regulations 2004. The ban is reasonable as higher education institutions are places to acquire knowledge so the environment must be kept clean and healthy. The objective of this article is to discuss the offence of smoking on campus which can pose a direct health threat to smokers and passive smokers too. In addition, the practice of smoking from the point of view of Islam is also investigated. This study employs qualitative methods through library based and descriptive research. It is found that there are risks and negative effects when the respective parties do not observe the smoking ban. Among them, the air quality on campus becomes unhealthy thus posing a health threat to smokers and the individuals nearby. At the higher education institution level, actions such as fines or compounds can be implemented as stipulated in the rules and guidelines of the institution. This study validates the notion of smoking prohibition in Islam. Therefore, it is proposed that efforts to enforce the law can be improved, and strict action should be implemented and imposed on smokers who smoke on higher education premises.
AN ANALYSIS OF THEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW ON ISTIBDAL WAQF IN MALAYSIA
Authors: Noor Afiffudin Mohammed , Mat Rani Mohd Afandi , Ismail Noraini , Abd Mutalib Hasyeilla , Hasbulah Muhammad Husni , Rosli Mohd Fadzli
Published: October 2023

The implementation of istibdal on waqf property is certainly prevalent in Malaysia due to the presence of a significant contributing factors to the practice. In line with that, most scholars in academic circles had previously been writing and discussing the issues and implementation of waqf properties in Malaysia. Therefore, this study is an attempt to identify the relevance of the writings of the scholars concerning the development of istibdal waqf, including the practice and scope of discussion, as well as to explore the issue and practical recommendations suggested by the scholars, particularly in Malaysia. The researchers applied a qualitative method in which the data collection was based on different sources of literature, such as research, books, articles, and other related documents. The analyses are followed by content analysis methods to formulate thematic framework in the writing of istibdal waqf in Malaysia. The analysis discovered that these are relatively five different themes associated with the istibdal waqf that have been reviewed and published in the form of academic writings intended to provide guidelines for waqf administrators and management as well as academic experts as to enhance the effectiveness and delivery of waqf institutions as an economic empowerment of the ummah in Malaysia.
IMPACT OF E-LEARNING ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Authors: Wong Poh Kei , Lim Kong Teong
Published: October 2023

E-learning has recently grown in importance and usage among educational institutions worldwide due to the expansion of internet technology. Web-based learning, online learning, dispersed learning, computer-assisted education, and internet-based learning are all used to describe e-learning. E-learning is an online learning platform that gives users, or students access to information or expertise. Because e-learning is intangible and digital, poor time management, the learning model's newness and the lack of physical monitoring of students' progress can lead to university students failing academically. Thus, this study aims to determine the effect of e-learning on students' academic performance. A quantitative survey-based research approach is used in this study. The populations in this study are STML final-year students in UUM. The methodology used a quantitative questionnaire type of Google form with a total sample of 150 people. A Google form survey was distributed via Telegram, WhatsApp, and Facebook to collect the information from respondents. The data analysis technique used in this study is Statistical Product and Service Solutions (SPSS). Based on the findings of this research, e-learning was determined by four aspects (usability, easy-to-use, quality of education system, and quality of information). The results show that e-learning has a positive relationship with academic performance. Also, the results across gender, age groups, and academic programs demonstrate no significant differences in academic performance under e-learning.
STUDENTS' ACCEPTANCE OF PHILOSOPHY AND CURRENT ISSUES AS A GENERAL STUDIES COURSES (MPU) AT UITM KEDAH BRANCH
Authors: Mohamad Akhir Noor Syahidah , Ismail Syaimak , Ismail Muhammad Saiful Islam , Yusof Siti Aisyah , Ahmad Mohd Adib Shujaa , Mohd Yusof Azrul Shahimy
Published: October 2023

Philosophy and Current Issues (FIS) is a general studies course (MPU) implemented in 2019. This course is mandatory for all students, whether in public higher education institutions (IPTA) or private institutions (IPTS) in Malaysia. The study finds that most students find this subject difficult, as the majority of them have never taken any philosophy subjects before entering university. Moreover, this course is still being taught online due to the constraints of the COVID-19 pandemic that occurred earlier. Therefore, the article focuses on the level of student acceptance of the FIS course at the Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Kedah branch. The study adopts a quantitative method using a Google Form questionnaire distributed to 73 accounting students from UiTM Kedah. Student acceptance is measured based on the course syllabus content and teaching methods. The study's findings indicate that students' acceptance of FIS is positive and beneficial. However, many of them feel that certain sections of FIS are somewhat challenging and require innovative teaching approaches to make it more engaging and easily understandable.
REDUCING CARBON EMISSION THROUGH CARBON TAX POLICY IN MALAYSIA
Authors: Khan Nasreen , Khan Shereen , Tan Swee Leng , Tan Booi Chen
Published: October 2023

In accordance with the objective outlined in the 2016 Paris Agreement, there is a requirement to lower carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gas emissions by a quarter by the year 2030. Climate policy packages that induce dramatic changes in production and consumption patterns will be required to achieve this. Despite the fact that many developed countries are proclaiming emission neutrality objectives by 2030, present practices are incompatible with these long-term ambitions. As a result, significantly stronger policy action is required. As we approach 2021, Malaysia has less than a decade to fulfill the global goal of halving carbon dioxide emissions by 2030. In the worldwide Climate Change Performance Index, Malaysia is near the bottom. To advance the sustainability objectives and address climate change concerns, Malaysia is contemplating the implementation of a carbon tax for upcoming investments. These adjustments, on the other hand, are dependent on legislators' knowledge and public demand. Hence, this study looks at how carbon tax policies were implemented in both successful and unsuccessful countries. The purpose of the study is to introduce the carbon tax policy in Malaysia. This study used secondary data to collect information on looking at the challenges and benefits of implementing a carbon tax. The finding from this study concludes that establishing a carbon tax policy has more economic and environmental benefits if the country has well-designed carbon pricing that influences consumer, business, and investor behavior while also stimulating technological innovation and earning revenue. The study recommends the government how to implement a carbon price policy framework while revising the Environmental Protection Act.
Hilirisasi Produk Eco-enzyme Sebagai Upaya Mandiri Ekonomi di Masyarakat RW 11 Pamulang Timur Tangerang Selatan
Authors: Novianti Titta , Seprianto  , Hidayati Rini
Published: October 2023

Retired people experience reduced income and boredom due to reduced daily activities. This was felt by retirees in RW 11 Pamulang Timur, Tangerang South. High levels of community activity at home also impact the increase in waste in the home environment. Efforts to overcome these two problems include implementing productive activities aimed at increasing household economic income and overcoming the problem of waste in the home environment. It is hoped that community service through training on ecological enzyme production from leftover vegetables or fruits can solve the waste problem and create products with high economic value. Through a 3-month fermentation process with the addition of brown sugar, an ecological enzyme liquid is created that serves as a floor cleaner, dishwashing liquid, disinfectant, bio-fertilizer as well as many other uses. Another benefit is that it contains a variety of enzymes obtained from fermentation. of lactic bacteria. The community received traditional training materials for one day, then was supported in the eco-enzyme production process for 3 months until the product was ready for harvest. The community is also trained in product marketing strategies using online media, advertising strategies, calculating costs, and selling prices, and writing simple financial reports. Production will begin in July 2023 and be ready for harvest in September 2023. Each resident produces a minimum of 1.5 liters to 5 liters of ecological enzyme solution. The resulting product is packaged in used bottles ready for the market. Some are packaged as ready-to-use products, such as hand sanitizer, shampoo, dishwashing liquid, and others. It is hoped that the proceeds from the sale of ecological enzymes can be used as a product to improve the economy at the household level with high efficiency.
Mobile-Based Dental Clinic Electronic Medical Record System
Authors: Lestari Tri Mukti , Halim Abd , Atnang Muhammad
Published: October 2023

Rekam medis merupakan dokumen yang penting dalam pengelolaan perawatan kesehatan seseorang dan digunakan oleh berbagai profesional medis untuk merencanakan, memberikan, dan mengevaluasi perawatan pasien. Menurut kode etik profesi medis rekam medis dijaga kerahasiaannya sesuai dengan peraturan. Dokter gigi wajib membuat rekam medis untuk pasien setelah melakukan pemeriksaan. Lalu bagaimana dengan pasien yang ingin mengetahui dan perawatan apa saja yang sudah dilakukan selama masa pengobatan dan perawatan? Pasien akan diberikan ringkasan rekam medis untuk mengetahui hal tersebut. Tujuan penelitian ini, bagaimana membangun ringkasan rekam medis untuk pasien tanpa melanggar kode etik profesi medis. Untuk membangun sistem ini, menggunkan metode Rapid Application Development (RAD). Hasil menunjukkan bahwa sistem berhasil menampilkan ringkasan rekam medis untuk pasien, sesuai dengan Panduan Rekam Medis Kedokteran Gigi[1]. Diharapkan dengan adanya sistem elektronik rekam medis berbasis mobile, pasien akan lebih rajin dan lebih peduli untuk memeriksakan kesehatan gigi minimal 6 bulan sekali.  

 

Kata kunci— Rekam medis elektrinik, Kedokteran gigi, Berbasis mobile
The Reality of High Performing Deep Learning Models: A Case Study on Document Image Classification
Authors: Saifullah Saifullah , Agne Stefan , Dengel Andreas , Ahmed Sheraz
Published: October 2023

Deep neural networks have demonstrated exceptional performance breakthroughs in the field of document image classification; yet, there has been limited research in the field that delves into the explainability of these models. In this paper, we present a comprehensive study in which we analyze 9 different explainability methods across 10 different state-of-the-art document classification models and 2 popular benchmark datasets, making three major contributions. First, through an exhaustive qualitative and quantitative analysis of various explainability approaches, we demonstrate that majority of them perform poorly in generating useful explanations for document images, with only two techniques, namely, Occlusion and DeepSHAP, providing relatively adequate, human-interpretable and faithful explanations. Second, to identify the features most relevant to the models’ prediction, we present an approach to generate counterfactual explanations. An analysis of these explanations reveals that many document classification models can be highly susceptible to minor perturbations in the input. Moreover, they may easily fall victim to biases in the document data, and end up relying on seemingly irrelevant features to make their decisions, with 25-50% of the predictions overall, and up to 60% for some classes strongly depending on these features. Lastly, our analysis revealed that the popular document benchmark datasets, RVL-CDIP and Tobacco3482, are inherently biased, with document identification (ID) numbers of specific styles consistently appearing in certain document regions. If unaddressed, this bias allows the models to predict document classes solely by looking at the ID numbers and prevents them from learning more complex document features. Overall, by unveiling the strengths and weaknesses of various explainability methods, document datasets and deep learning models, our work presents a major step towards creating more transparent and robust document image classification systems.
Predictive Modelling of Optical Beam from Mixed Pitch Grating using Simplified Transformer Models
Authors: Lim Yu Dian , Zhao Peng , Guidoni Luca , Likforman Jean-Pierre , Tan Chuan Seng
Published: October 2023

In this study, a simplified transformer model is used to predict the beam waist of 1,092 nm light coupled out from SiN-based mixed pitch gratings at various heights. Two regions are isolated as the prediction target. With the grating located at z = 10 µm height, Region B ranges between 10 to 30 µm; while Region A ranges between 25 to 45 µm. Between the predicted and actual beam waists, average percentage error (APE) of 41.5% is obtained for Region B, which indicates a prediction accuracy of 58.5%. Meanwhile, for Region A, APE value of 15.2% is obtained, which indicates a prediction accuracy of 84.8%. This study provides a pioneering approach to using natural language processing model and finance-inspired indicators to perform predictive modelling on photonics data.
Is Wi-Fi 6 Ready for Virtual Reality Mayhem? A Case Study Using One AP and Three HMDs
Authors: Michaelides Costas , Casasnovas Miguel , Marchitelli Daniele , Bellalta Boris
Published: October 2023

Is Wi-Fi 6 ready for virtual reality (VR) mayhem? The common use case
for untethered VR is running a video game on a powerful desktop and
streaming the generated content to a head-mounted display (HMD) over
Wi-Fi. In this work, we investigated a challenging use case using one
Wi-Fi 6 access point (AP) and three HMDs. Specifically, we evaluated
experimentally the performance of VR streaming in terms of latency
using: i) the distributed coordination function (DCF), ii) orthogonal
frequency-division multiple access (OFDMA) in the downlink (DL) and the
uplink (UL) and iii) multi-user multiple input multiple output
(MU-MIMO). We showed that VR streaming to three users, up to 100 Mbps
each, works flawlessly using either DCF or DL OFDMA, with latency in the
order of 50 ms. In addition, our study unveiled the disruption of
tracking data transmissions in the uplink using UL OFDMA, which had a
negative impact on latency by delaying game rendering.
Virtual Reality Technologies: Analysis of their Application in Electronics Engineering Career Programs
Authors: Perissutti Gianfranco Adriano , Ubiedo Lautaro Ezequiel
Published: October 2023

Many problems have arisen in traditional electronics engineering education because of the Coronavirus lockdown.  Although these problems have not been solved yet, this paper analyzes the use of virtual reality (VR) technologies as a possible teaching resource to solve them. Even though VR devices are relatively new in the field of teaching, this analysis makes use of  numerous research projects, weighing up its positive effects and its drawbacks. Summarizing the results, it is clear that hybrid  learning (by means of conventional and virtual reality systems) presents some advantages to traditional learning. However, more  research has to be done in order to evince these new devices as an improvement in engineering education. 
La signoria rurale in Italia alla fine del medioevo e le istituzioni ecclesiastiche
Authors: Varanini Gian Maria
Published: October 2023

The essay illustrates some aspects of the control exercised by Italian rural lords in the 14th and 15th centuries over ecclesiastical institutions located on lordly territory (parish churches, chapels, monasteries). It dwells in particular on the rights of jus patronatus and relations with the ecclesiastical hierarchies.
EFEKTIVITAS KEBIJAKAN SISTEM ZONASI DALAM PENERIMAAN PESERTA DIDIK BARU OLEH DINAS PENDIDIKAN PROVINSI LAMPUNG (Studi Pada SMA Negeri 2 Bandar Lampung)
Authors: Megasari Ayu Selia
Published: October 2023

ABSTRACTIn Lampung Province, this zoning system has been implemented in every school, one of which has been applied to SMAN 2 Bandar Lampung. The zoning system is a New Student Admission system that is enforced by determining the radius of the student zone domiciled in the nearest zone radius with a certain percentage of the total number of students to be accepted. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of implementation in the Admission of New Students at SMAN 2 Bandar Lampung and in this study used a skinative research method. The results of this study show that the zoning system policies implemented by the Lampung Provincial Education Office, one of which is implemented at SMAN 2 Bandar Lampung have been running quite well and can be said to have run effectively because they are in accordance with the zoning system policy in accepting students with the regulation of the Minister of Education and Culture No. 44 of 2018.Keywords : Effectiveness, Policy, Zoning, Education
STYLISTIC DEVIATION IN THE SELECTED LITERARY WORKS OF KRISTIAN CORDERO
Authors: Mae N. Elamera Erica , Arah O. Sales Princess , B. Slleza Kpecjoe
Published: October 2023

This study conducted a stylistic analysis focusing on the deviations in the five (5) Bikol poems of Kristian Cordero, an acclaimed poet, fiction writer, and filmmaker based in the Bicol region. The term stylistic deviation refers to violating the ordinary use of a language, language structure, and patterns. This aims to identify the distortions in language and discover the theme conveyed by the deviations. The depiction of deviations was done in three levels: lexical, semantic, and phonological. The five (5) poems from Cordero’s book "Santigwar" were chosen through random sampling using the fishbowl draw technique and extensively interpreted and analyzed by the researchers, who employed documentary analysis and a closed reading method. Documentary analysis is a type of qualitative research in which researchers evaluate and examine documents or literary works in great detail to give meaning to the text. A closed readingtechnique looked at how a text's language and style are used. This analysis aids in comprehending the deviations and how these deviations reinforced poetic theme. The findings and discussion of this study show how Kristian Cordero employed a stylistic method to express themes figuratively. The study reveals that the three style deviations are present and working constructively. Thus, the reader will better understand the poem's stylistic qualities.