bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Seeking Hope in Times of Darkness: Perceived Setbacks in Achieving Goals Predict Increased Motivation for Hope among Disadvantaged Group Members
Authors: Hasan-Aslih Siwar , Shuman Eric , Goldenberg Amit , Pliskin Ruthie , van Zomeren Martijn , Halperin Eran
Published: June 2019

Within contexts of prolonged oppression and struggle for social change, in which hope is constantly challenged, do disadvantaged group members still want to feel hope? If so, does this desire translate into actual hope? We suggest that specifically when faced with setbacks in the struggle for social change, disadvantaged group members want to feel hope. We consider two competing hypotheses regarding the affective consequences of this desire: the emotion regulation literature predicts that emotional preferences are likely to generate emotional experiences, which means that motivation for hope should lead to increased hope. Alternatively, given that the context of oppression challenges the ability to feel positive about the future, the motivation to feel hope may not be enough to increase hope. We address these questions in a two-wave sample of 429 Palestinians living under military occupation in the West Bank. Our results suggest that particularly in the face of setbacks in their struggle, Palestinians want to feel hope for social change. Nonetheless, their experience of hope does not rise in line with this motivation. We discuss the implications of our findings for understanding motivated emotion regulation processes and hope in contexts of oppression.
Mental Health, Schooling Attainment and Polygenic Scores: Are There Significant Gene-Environment Associations?
Authors: Amin Vikesh , Fletcher Jason , Behrman Jere , Flores Carlos A , Flores Carlos A , Flores-Lagunes Alfonso , Kohler Hans Peter
Published: June 2019

It is well-established that (1) there is a large genetic component to mental health, and (2) higher schooling attainment is associated with better mental health. Given these two observations, we test the hypothesis that schooling may attenuate the genetic predisposition to poor mental health. Specifically, we estimate associations between a polygenic score (PGS) for depressive symptoms, schooling attainment and gene-environment (GxE) interactions with mental health (depressive symptoms and depression), in two distinct United States datasets at different adult ages- 29 years old in the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health (Add Health) and 54 years old in the Wisconsin Longitudinal Study (WLS). OLS results indicate that the association of the PGS with mental health is similar in Add Health and the WLS, but the association of schooling attainment is much larger in Add Health than in the WLS. There is some suggestive evidence that the association of the PGS with mental health is lower for more-schooled older individuals in the WLS, but there is no evidence of any significant GxE associations in Add Health. Quantile regression estimates also show that in the WLS the GxE associations are statistically significant only in the upper parts of the conditional depressive symptoms score distribution. We assess the robustness of the OLS results to omitted variable bias by using the siblings samples in both datasets to estimate sibling fixed-effect regressions. The sibling fixed-effect results must be qualified, in part due to low statistical power. However, the sibling fixed-effect estimates show that college education is associated with fewer depressive symptoms in both datasets.
Social Media and Depression
Authors: Thapa R. , Subedi S.
Published: June 2019

No abstract available.
Study Of Depression in Elderly: Prevalence and Factors Associated
Authors: Subedi S. , Shrestha P. , Thapa D.K.
Published: June 2019

Introduction: Ageing is a normal phenomenon. Various studies shows that there is a sharp rise in the elderly population in the last few years. Prevalence of depression in elderly is found to around 13% in the community sample in various countries. There is a dearth of study related to psychiatric illness in elderly in Nepal. This study was aimed to find the prevalence of depression in elderly and see for various factors associated with elderly depression.

Material And Method: This was a cross-sectional study conducted at Siddharthnagar Municipality, Bhairahawa, Rupandehi. 316 elderly were selected by using systematic random sampling technique. A Semi- structured interview schedule was developed to collect Socio-demographic data. The Short Form Geriatric Depression Scale (SF-GDS) was used to find out the prevalence of depression among elderly people. Ethical Approval was obtained from the Institutional Review Committee, Chitwan Medical College and permission was obtained from Siddharthnagar Municipality, Bhairahawa, Rupandehi. The collected data was entered in Epidata 3.1 and the data was exported and analyzed in IBM SPSS 20.

Results: There were a total of 316 samples in this study. The mean age of respondents was 68.47 years of age. Majority of the respondents (54.1%) were female and living in joint Family (72.2%). Almost 45.9% respondents were from upper caste groups, 90.5% of respondents were Hindus. Among the married (100%) respondents, 54.6% of respondents were living with spouse and 3.2% were divorced and separated from spouse. Depression was present in 49.4% of respondents were depressed. Among depressed respondents, 46.7% of respondents were having mild depression, 39.2% moderate depression and 14.1% severe depression.

Conclusion: The finding of this study concluded that depression among elderly people was a substantial problem in Siddharthnagar Municipality, Bhairahawa, Rupandehi.
Intermediate frequency magnetic field at 250.8 kHz does not induce DNA damage or “Adaptive Response” in vitro
Authors: Németh Zsuzsanna , Laczkovich-Szaladják Erzsébet , Brech Annamária , Szilágyi Zsófia , Kubinyi Györgyi , Thuróczy György
Published: June 2019

The aim of this study was to examine whether intermediate frequency (IF)magnetic field (MF) induces genotoxic effects or play a role in the induction ofadaptive response after combined exposure to IF MF and ionizing radiation inleukocytes and in adrenocortical carcinoma cell line H295R. Cells were exposedto 250.8 kHz at the magnetic field strength of 80 A/m (equivalent to 100 µTmagnetic flux density) for 20 hours, or exposed to IF MF for 20 hours and 24hours later challenged with ionizing radiation (1.5 Gy X-ray). Evaluation of theDNA damage was performed with alkaline comet assay. Our results showed thatthere was no significant genotoxic effect of IF MF exposure compared to thecontrols in both cell types. Furthermore, results did not indicate a statisticallysignificant change in DNA strand breaks in IF MF pre-exposed cells when theywere subsequently exposed to 1.5 Gy. Consequently no adaptive response wasdetected.
The Individual Competencies and Ambidexterity Organization Capability: Indonesian SMEs Perspective
Authors: Sudarmaji Eka , Nawasiah Nana , Thalib Supriadi , Subhan Muhammad Nuruddin
Published: June 2019

The individual and organizational competencies of Indonesian SMEs area unit investigated beneath an ambidextrousness model. The ambidextrousness is the capability of the organization and an individual at the same time implement to explore and exploit the innovation activities. This study investigates whether or not the ambidextrousness capability acts as a dynamic capability. These dynamic capabilities as a basis for the Indonesian SMEsâ€™s that enhance theirs owns innovation capabilities and business performance successively. The study used quantitative methodology. SMART PLS is used to analyze data, and the explanatory methods are used in the second phase for further explanatory context of the ability of SMEs in international market access. The results of this study found that improvement of the dynamic capability skills among SMEs, the ability to innovate, see the market potential as a key growth, and some characteristics as key predictors for selecting access to the international market. The empirical findings are expected to be relevance as they can assist Indonesian SMEsâ€™ managers or entrepreneurs in acceptable access, which, if effectively decided, can be mutually beneficial. This study contributes to the latest knowledge in the field of internationalization of Indonesian SMEs with a two-dimensional change of key individual and organizational competencies, whereby both dimensions are considered important as drivers for the internationalization of Indonesian SMEs.
ASSESSING THE FORECASTING PERFORMANCE OF ARIMA AND ARIMAX MODELS OF RESIDENTIAL PRICES IN ABUJA NIGERIA
Authors: ALKALI MUSA ABUBAKAR
Published: June 2019

This paper compared the out of sample forecasting ability of two Box-Jenkins ARIMA family models: ARIMAX and ARIMA. The forecasting models were tested to forecast real estate residential price in Abuja, Nigeria with quarterly data of average sales of residential price from  the first quarter of year 2000 to the last quarter of year 2017. The result shows that the ARIMAX  forecasting models, with macroeconomic factors as exogenous variables  such as the household income, interest rate, gross domestic products, exchange rate and crude oil price and their lags, provide the best out of sample forecasting models for 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, 4 bedroom and 5 bedroom, than ARIMA models. Generally, both ARIMA and ARIMAX models are good for short term forecasting modelling.
FILM RATING: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS IN MALAYSIA AND BANGLADESH
Authors: Islam Md. Zahidul
Published: June 2019

Film rating is a form of censorship where restrictions are imposed on the population on what films a person could view. The main purpose of this paper is to discuss the legal framework of film rating and current film rating process of Malaysia and Bangladesh. This paper also try to indentify the strengths and weaknesses of film rating process of both countries.The researcher mainly adopted qualitative methods. The information has taken from many readings, articles, books, newspapers and statutes. The researcher also conducted interview with the member of the film censorship board, directors and actors of both countries. People in the film industry in both countries accepted the need for film rating as guidance for individuals and parents in choosing film viewing.
WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN WOMENâ€™S NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS
Authors: FADHLEEN MAHMUD NOOR , NADRAWINA ISNIN , ASMAHANI MAHDI , ANGIE EDWARD DAUNG
Published: June 2019

Womenâ€™s NGOs in Sarawak plays a substantial role to provide a unique opportunity for leaders in gender equality and womenâ€™s empowerment to influence the United Nationâ€™s agenda. This includes advocating the human rights of women and girls and supports the United Nationsâ€™ consensus documents such as the Beijing Platform for Action, the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women, and other UN agreements such as the Declaration on Population and Development and the Vienna Declaration on Human Rights.This study revealed that the factors that motivate womenâ€™s participation in womenâ€™s NGOs are to contribute and serve the society, to gain knowledge and skills, to develop networking, to enhance career path and to develop self-esteem. Meanwhile factors that hinders women for being actively involved in womenâ€™s NGOs are lack of time due to their focus on family and house matters, men still think that women canâ€™t do what men can do, lack of awareness on benefits in joining the womenâ€™s NGOs, limited access to knowledge on NGOs and women feel intimidate and not confident to be socialize in NGOs
The INFLUENCE OF PRODUCTION FACTORS TOWARD ECONOMIC GROWTH IN INDONESIA
Authors: Bangun Wilson
Published: June 2019

Economic growth as a mesurement and reflect of the people prosperity. Employee production factor have a better contribution if  to compare with capital and technology production factors on Indonesian economic growth. However, Indonesian workforce quality is lowest in ASEAN-5. The research methodology is using the Cobb-Douglas production function with the Ordinary Least Square (OLS), the using equation formulation: lnY = ln a + bi  +e. This research using data is secondary data: production factors using data of progressing of FDI and domestic investment, source of  the World Bank, 2004-2016; Employment is using data of progressing of Indonesia workforce,  sourced from the Biro Pusat Statistik Republik Indonesia, 2004-2016. The research results show that influence of the production factors toward Indonesia economic growth is strongly. This researchs aim to knowledge a large the contribution of production factors on Indonesian Economic growth.
C COMPETENCE AND COMPENSATION AS INFLUENCE FACTORS ON AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IN BANTEN PROVINCE
Authors: Nasir Nasir
Published: June 2019

The aim of this study is to determine and analyze the effect of competence and compensation on performance of agricultural extension Employee in Banten  in facing of digital era 4.0. This study uses quantitative research method using a survey technique to respond test hypothesis that have been formulated. The respondents were 94 Employee of agricultural, the sampling technique used sampling purposive technique. The questionnaire of competence , compensation and Employee performance was validated with the product moment correlation, while reliability was measured by the Alpha Cronbach. Hypothesis testing using path analysis. The result of the study showed that: (1) there is a positive direct effect of competence on performance of agricultural extension Employee, (2) there is a positive direct effect of compensation  on performance of agricultural extension Employee, (3) there is a direct positive effect on compensation of agriculture extension Employee . Implications of this study is to improve the  performance of agricultural axtension Employee in Banten of Indonesia in the digital era 4.0, the competence and compensation must be Increased.
CORRUPTIONS PRACTICES AND EMPLOYEEâ€™PERCEPTION
Authors: Bouguila Sihem
Published: June 2019

This study intend to examine the degree of awareness, perceptions and reactions of employees of corruptions practices in Bahraini Banks. Our finding demonstrated that males are more involved in such practices and it seems that there is a considerable lack of awareness among employees on the danger of such phenomenon on the nation economy. Some of them are acting corruptly due to two major causes either because family nepotism or because of the low wage and the necessity to get bribes to cover their expenses. Nonetheless the low respect of the law seems to be also an important reason of those irregularities. Bahrain even is an Islamic country, the values of the society themselves have changed and in some ways bribes are perceived especially by the young generation as a way of life and has not the strong negative connotation in the society as before. Therefore managers should increase and adjust not only the employeesâ€™ awareness but especially the level of their salaries proportionally to the prices rising level. Also it is crucial that   the authorities should be more severe and rigorous in this matter by inflicting strict sanctions on who are acting corruptly
A Classification of Landuse using time series analysis of Kota Tinggi District ,Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
Authors: Isa Alhaji Mustapha
Published: June 2019

Deforestation and climate change have become global environmental issues. The detection of forest changes in association with climate change can be successfully carried out by the use of multi-temporal remote sensing and modelling. This study undertook analysis of the past and present condition of the forest from the pattern changes of the Kota tinggi district johor state Malaysia, using landsat images of three different periods. These are thematic mapper (TM) data of 1998; enhanced thematic mapper (ETM+) image of 2008 and the operation land imager (OLI) of 2018 were collectively used. The images were geometrically and atmospherically pre-processed then classified, using maximum likelihood (M/C) algorithm to produce thematic land use/cover maps of the district. The accuracy of the classification was assessed through ground truthing and confusion matrices which revealed an accuracy of above 90% and kappa coefficient at 0.9 respectively.
GENERATION Y EMPLOYEES IN THE BANKING SECTOR IN MALAYSIA: SOCIAL NEEDS, INTENTION TO STAY AND PERCEIVED ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT
Authors: Othman Zabedah Binti
Published: June 2019

By year 2025, 75% of the workforce will be Gen Y employees. This study examined the influence of social needs on the intention to stay by Gen Y employees in the banking sector in Malaysia. The mediation role of perceived organizational support between the two constructs was examined. In this quantitative study, primary data was collected from a sample of 470 respondents. The examination concluded that higher level of social needs had a positive and significant influence on intention to stay. This study further revealed that perceived organizational support partially mediated the relationship between social needs and intention to stay. Due to the expected rise of the Gen Y workforce in future, this study will give organizations a better understanding and knowledge of Gen Y social needs and provide them the right tools to collaborate and find the right solutions.
The Affordable Housing in Nigeria using Critical Success Factors of Public Private Partnership
Authors: Ahmed Yahaya
Published: June 2019

Housing provision has become a global problem. According to UN, housing is lacking in virtually all society among the developing countries due to population growth and urbanization (UN-HABITAT, 2006). However, Public private partnership was introduce by the Nigerian Government as an option to end the current crisis of housing shortage and affordable housing in the country(Lagos State Government, 2008). This study relies on interview with PPP expert to build up questionnaire survey on success factors of PPP for affordable housing in Nigeria. The findings reveal the relevance success factors of PPP for affordable housing provision in Nigeria and also suggest a way forward for best implementation PPP for affordable housing in Nigeria.
LOCALIZING OF URBAN COMMUNITY RESILIENCE INDICATOR IN PUTRAJAYA, MALAYSIA
Authors: Mohamad Norhidayah
Published: June 2019

A low level of social participation among neighborhoods when organizing activities indicates weakness in urban communities. Based on the research conducted by Rahman, Ahmad, Malek, and Awang (2016) the findings from the descriptive analysis show that the level of social participation of urban residents in the neighborhood of Putrajaya is at a low level. The emphasis of resilience concept helps in building a resilient community with a high-quality, proactive and dynamics which capable of addressing the challenges which significantly affect the social lives of the urban community. This paper aims to localize the urban community resilience indicators for measuring the resilience level of the urban community in Putrajaya. The researcher has adopted method performed by Zautra, Hall, and Murray (2009). They believed in order to get an accurate picture of the resilience of the community requires a mixed strategy by improving existed indicators for forward-thinking, measurement and analysis of community resilience.
The MOTIVATIONAL IMPACT OF VISUAL ARTS EDUCATION THROUGH THE 'ARTISTS IN SCHOOLS' (AIS) COLLABORATION PROGRAM AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN MALAYSIA
Authors: WAHED WAN JULIANA EMEIH Juliana
Published: June 2019

The aim of the paper is to highlight some of the findings on the study on the impact of the 'Artist in Schools' (AiS) collaboration on the motivation of students of selected secondary schools in Malaysia in visual art education. AiS is aimed at establishing a collaboration between the students of nine schools and nine Malaysian artists in order to share their experiences, skills, and knowledge consecutively. The research design of multi-case studies or multisite studies was selected and Kellerâ€™s ARCS Motivational Theory has been used for assessment purposes and as the main conceptual framework. The open-ended questionnaires were distributed to obtain the data of the studentsâ€™ motivation, and the collaboration between the AiS program and the students.
EVIDENCE OF AN ASYMMETRIC IMPACT OF THE DEVALUATION OF CURRENCY ON INFLATION:
Authors: Musa Ahmed Balarabe
Published: June 2019

The research is aimed at evaluating the existence of asymmetry or otherwise of the impact of devaluation of currency on inflation in Malaysia for the period 1970 â€“ 2017. Non-linear autoregressive distributed lag model (NARDL) was used as the evaluation econometric tool of the research. The findings of the study reveal that devaluation of currency has an inflationary impact in both short run and long run. Whereas, revaluation of currency does not have any impact neither in the short run nor in the long run. This confirms the upward flexibility of the impact of the increases in the changes in the exchange rate on inflation at the same time reaffirms its rigidity downward.
The Need to Incorporate Traditional Leaders in the Fight against Corruption at local level in Nigeria
Authors: Hamza Suleiman Danladi
Published: June 2019

Nigeria is one of the countries that are facing a high level of corruption. This problem of corruption is no different at the local level in the country. Even though government devised measure to tackle this menace, the level of corruption in the country continue to rise. Thus, this study examines how traditional leaders can be incorporated in the fight against corruption at the local level in Nigeria. The study used secondary data like journal articles, Newspapers, Magazines etc. and content analysis was carried out. The study proves that traditional leaders have the potentials with which they can contribute in reducing the excesses of corruption at local level and the country at large. the study concludes that there is a need to incorporate traditional leaders in the fight against corruption by assigning role to them.
Veterans Initiatives in Franchising Framework
Authors: Khairatun Siti Nurhayati
Published: June 2019

Every year thousands of military veterans were discharged honorably in Malaysia. The government has been helping those veterans to get their feet back into civilian economy. A number of relocation programmes are introduced as part of the efforts. Previous studies show that franchising system is a successful route to start a new life changing experience for many people. Veterans, geared with discipline and broad military training experiences, are a good fit for franchising system. This paper presents findings from a content analysis of United Statesâ€™ top 50 franchisors voted as the best companies for their veteran initiatives. Based on the findings, a franchising framework for veteran initiatives is based on three core components: financial incentives, corporate support and training. This study contributes a practical implication by providing a fundamental direction for the franchise industry in Malaysia to model their own veterans initiatives frameworks.
A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW OF APPLICATION-BASED MOBILE LEARNING AMONG THE STUDENTS OF HIGHER EDUCATION OF PAKISTAN
Authors: Khalil-Ur-Rehman Faisal
Published: June 2019

Application-based mobile learning (ABML) has a significant impact on the university students learning process and results from the past decade. As a result, the high number of scientific papers have been published that focus on application-based M-learning globally. Thus, ABML related literature from the past 6 years has rather fragmented focusing on the advancement of LMS available on smartphones. In this context, a Systematic Review and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) was developed that offers a holistic literature review of application-based M-Learning in Pakistan.  The Systematic Review was done based on 65 systematically selected articles from 2 databases Elsevier and Springer Nature. The results of this study show that the number of scientific papers on M-learning has been increased from the past 3 years. Therefore, among many aspects application-based M-learning is the most popular research trend in Pakistan, also some of the occurring in the near future are also be illuminated in this research.
IDENTIFYING ELEMENTS OF CAREER MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES IN WORK BASED LEARNING THROUGH SURVEYS OF EXPERTS
Authors: Marwan Hazlina Binti
Published: June 2019

This study aimed to obtain an experts opinion and consensus on the elements of career management competencies that can be mastered by students via Work Based Learning (WBL). The research implemented Fuzzy Delphi Method (FDM) to obtain the result. Expert questionnaire based on the mapping analysis from the relevant document analysis and expert interviews has been constructed. This questionnaire contains 3 domains with 35 items, and was administered to 16 experts. The experts were selected based on their experiences and expertise in WBL implementation in polytechnic. The results of analysis found that 31 elements in line with the FDM condition, which is the threshold value is less than 0.2, group consensus among the experts is over 75% and the Fuzzy Score exceeds 0.5. It indicates that the experts had reached a strong consensus. Meanwhile, there are 4 elements were dropped due to did not meet the fuzzy score requirements. All elements of competencies were sorted by priority and were refined as recommended by experts. As resulted, this study provided lists of competencies that are crucial for graduate to enable them become a competent and competitive worker.
CONCEPT OF INTEGRATION OF TUTORIAL MODELS AND DRILL-PRACTICE MODELS ON ONLINE COMPUTER ASSISTED LEARNING
Authors: Sabri Ruliah S
Published: June 2019

This study proposes the concept of combining Tutorial models and Drill-Practice models on interactive learning media in the form of online-based Computer Assisted Learning (CAI). This model is in line with the learning characteristics of the Database Systems course which emphasizes conceptual understanding at the beginning of learning, and unstructured case exercises at the end of learning. The test results show that the proposed model can motivate students to learn independently so that they can improve their mastery of competencies in the Database System. However, it is necessary to provide adequate guidance on CAI applications to be easy to operate. A more effective and interactive design model is also needed if the CAI application is intended to connect to an online system that provides broader learning resources for students so that students can use CAI interactively as an effective learning media used for independent learning.
The Development of Blended Learning Model with E-Learning System Approach at Higher Education
Authors: Tubagus NUNIR
Published: June 2019

This research focused on the effectiveness of e-learning users in the process of learning and teaching in higher education. It discussed the implementation of information and communication technology in the modern teaching and learning activities in higher education institution. E-Learning System is a learning system which is used as a means of teaching and learning that is conducted without having face to face method directly between teachers with students with the subject matter and related resources. The purpose of this research was to develop a blended learning system using e-learning as a learning tool that facilitated students in learning. To achieve the objectives of research, this research used a quantitative approach to collect data using the pre and post tests and questionnaires. The samples in this study were students of Islamic economy which consisted of two classes, with a total of 50 students who enrolled in the study. The results showed that the differences of average score of pre-and post-test was-29.43720. While the t-test that tests Ho: pre-test = post-test gives a value of t = -37.43720 with a degree of freedom of 49. While the p-value for the two-sided test of 0,000 is smaller than Î± = 0.05. This data approves that the statistical hypothesis Ho: pre-test = post-test is rejected, meaning that the average pre-test and post-test scores were significantly different. Furthermore, the homogeneity test of the data If the xÂ² count <xÂ² table means the variable data variance is homogeneous. Based on the results of the application of Microsoft excel to calculate the unknown variance the combined sample = 87.24022 and B = 190.1902 unit price, and calculate the value of x Â² = x Â² 0545, value table on Î± = 0.05 significant level is 3,841. So x Â² = count 0545 x Â² = table < 3,841, therefore it can be inferred that Ho which was accepted was homogeneous sample data. The findings of this study can be used to recommend the effective ways of teaching and process which use e-learning that can enhance the learning outcomes of students in higher education. The implication of this research is to encourage teachers to use technology and e-learning to facilitate students with technology to improve academic learning results.
THE ELEMENTS OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) IN MARKETING ACTIVITIES OF FITNESS SERVICE PROVIDER AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH THE BRAND AWARENESS
Authors: Razak Muhammad Nur Fitri
Published: June 2019

The use information and communication technology (ICT) as a medium for the brandâ€™s marketing activities has becoming a global trend nowadays. The study will look at the relationship between the elements of implication of ICT in brandâ€™s marketing activities fitness service provider to influence the userâ€™s acceptance of the brand. Further, it also tries to identify the popular ICT platforms among the members. This study also examines the relationship between perceived usage and characteristics with the level of brand awareness among the members in the fitness service organization. This study will be using Media Richness Theory (MRT) as a basis of the research variables looking at the relationship in the ICT platforms implementation with the level of brand awareness.  A quantitative method is used in gathering the data where 351 of questionnaire been distributed to the members in Klang Valley. The questionnaires was distributed physically and through online by emailing it to the members. Convenient sampling is been used as the sampling technique in this study. The findings revealed there is a relationship between the perceived usage, characteristics, information richness and message strength with the level of brand awareness through the Pearsonâ€™s Correlation Coefficient test. From the findings, it can be concluded that in this industry, constant monitoring is fundamental in the development of ICT technology so that they can bring their brand closer with the members to ensure the brand always relevant in the memberâ€™s mind.
S, Sundanese Biographical Study of Dedi Mulyadi's Politicians : Political Brand Identity Through The Sundanese Traditional Head Tie
Authors: Nurhayati Rina
Published: June 2019

The Sundanese are one of the second largest tribes in Indonesia. Dedi Mulyadi is one of the politicians who own 10 million followers on Facebook and are the pioneers of the use of Sundanese Headbands which have a high philosophy that is useful in life activities in various fields. The Sundanese Head Tie Dedi Mulyadi becomes a Political Brand Identity which is drawn in the form of a prism with 8 sides.
DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION OF AN INSTRUMENT TO MEASURE MALAYSIAN HOUSEHOLDSâ€™ INTENTION TO PRACTICE SOLID WASTE SEGREGATION-AT-SOURCE
Authors: Cheng Kai Wah
Published: June 2019

The growth of public awareness about environmental concerns is triggered since the late 1960s. Today, it becomes an international highlight on the importance of protecting the natural environment by developing the environmental consciousness and awareness to society. Besides that, there is an increasing trend in the daily generation of municipal solid waste due to the human consumption patterns lately. Therefore, the best way to manage this public health issue should be started from the waste segregation-at-source. Ultimately, by realising the scarce knowledge and research within the field, this research can provide a platform to investigate the knowledge gap and its literature by building a good dataset with respect to the intention to practise solid waste segregation-at-source for the Malaysian government bodies, consumers, and non-governmental organisations. So that, they can raise their environmental concern and inculcate their sense of responsibility to protect the cleanliness of the environment among Malaysian households.
A PROCEDURAL MODEL OF USING PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING TO TEACH SOFTWARE MODELING COURSE
Authors: Bahar Bahar Bahar
Published: June 2019

The characteristics of the direct education system that depends on the ability of instructors reflection, only provide little opportunity for students to be actively involved in the learning process. This contrasts with the characteristics of the Software Modeling course which emphasizes student-centered learning. The application of direct learning models in the Modeling Software course causes learning to be ineffective, and students cannot reach the minimum competency standards planned in the learning design.

This paper proposes a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model that is integrated in the Learning Modeling Software design on three elements of the teaching system, namely: Curriculum elements, emphasizing the use of problems as the starting point of student learning; Group elements, highlighting the collaboration system; and student elements, emphasizing the Student-Directed-Learning (SDL) system.

The application of the PBL model to the three elements in the learning system is effective in increasing the level of student mastery of a particular topic. However, further discussion regarding: 1) how many guidelines are needed in PBL; 2) potential students experience confusion if there is not enough initial learning framework; 3) students who do not have relevant and adequate initial knowledge, tend to experience underdevelopment are still needed to find PBL models that are truly effective in learning the field of Software Engineering.
INVESTIGATING KEY FACTORS FOR SUCCESSFUL E-LEARNING IMPLEMENTATION
Authors: RAMAN KUMAR , OTHMAN NORASMAH , DANARAJ GRACE
Published: June 2019

Majority of educational institutions have begun venturing into e-learning. Although the e-learning market is growing rapidly, it cannot be denied that the failure rates are increasing in the implementation and usage of e-learning. The Critical Success Factors (CSFs) are the foundation of success behind the implementation of e-learning (Frimpon (2012). Based on the literature analisis, five main factors and eighteen sub-factors were identified as a CSFs for successful e-learning implementation. The CSFs are teacherâ€™s characteristics (teacher's attitude, teacher's computing technical skills, interaction among teaches-students, teaching style, knowledge in e-learning content development and self-efficacy), studentâ€™s characteristics (attitude, computer competency, interaction, self-efficacy, motivation and cultural and social norms), information technology infrastructure (internet accessibility, reliability and availability), design and content (perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness) and  organization characteristics (training and support).
An effective promotion strategy for managers in Era Disruption
Authors: Rony Zahara Tussoleha
Published: June 2019

The era of disruption requires companies to have creativity in managing human resources including having a job promotion strategy. Job promotion provides opportunities for employees to develop and have a higher career level. Job promotion provides an opportunity to get the best candidates, therefore the management of human resources seeks to sharpen the strategy of the promotion system based on the principles of justice, objectivity, and reliability. These activities can be observed and assessed so as to facilitate the promotion process. The researcher interviewed prospective managers, mentors, human resources managers, division heads, and directly to an observation on job shadowing activities while secondary data was obtained from human resources manager in the form of assignment values, prospective manager's performance from mentors, supplemented by data from direct supervisors.
A DESCRIPTIVE ANALYSIS OF COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEM: THE CASE OF SME IN SOMALIA
Authors: Abdulle Abdisalam Salad
Published: June 2019

This study attempts to understand the usage of computerized accounting information system (CAIS) and its impact on the performance of SMEs in Somalia. Survey questionnaire is designed and distributed to selected SMEs in the capital city of Mogadishu, Somalia. The results of CAISâ€™s impact are discussed from four components of balanced scorecard and internal control perspectives. The results of this study may provide knowledge about the impact of usage CAIS for SMEs performance in Somalia and also provide some suggestions to the Somalian government on assistance needed for accounting reporting to improve further SMEs in Somalia. Based on finding, internal business process recorded the highest score i.e mean of 4.13 out of 5.00. It is implied that SMEs responded with challenging ICT business environment with adopting CAIS to improve its bottom line which is business processes.
The Preliminary Study
Authors: Suziana Suziana
Published: June 2019

The preliminary study is a research analyze to test questionnaire items, where it called validity and reliability tests. The research discussed  about relationship between Internal Marketing (IM) and Internal Service Quality in Padang Restaurants.  The number of samples used of 30 respondents. The number of questionnaire are 47 items and 5 variables. Data was analyze with using SPSS. The measure of validity test is value of Pearson Correlation and reliability test is used value of Cronbach's  alpha. The results of the stud.y  is the all items of questionnaire are valid and variables are reliable, It means the research would be continue to the actual study.
Rickshaw Pullers: Social Criticism of Weber's Theory
Authors: Pariama Leonardo Stevy , Siang Jhoni Lagun , Salenussa Beatrix J.M.
Published: June 2019

This study aims to show social criticism that, in fact, working as a pedicab driver for Ambonese Christians is not formed because of the calling or "role of religion", but has a uniqueness that is somewhat different from the Protestant community studied by Weber. This is demonstrated through the work ethic of Christian rickshaw pullers who emerged in the aftermath of social unrest in Maluku, were more motivated to pursue work as rickshaw pullers because of the dominant and significant economic factors, rather than religious, social, cultural and political factors which were strengthened through perceptions or views of pedicab drivers about the interesting work of pedicabs as a business opportunity to support the family economy and a source of fulfillment of life needs.
Development Of The Blended Learning Model Of The Data System Of Data Basis In Faculty Of Computer Science, Banten Jaya University
Authors: Effendi Rustam , Situmorang Robinson , Lagun Siang Jhoni
Published: June 2019

This study aims to develop a database system product as a learning system teaching material with the application of e-learning. The method used in this study is the method of research and development (R & D). The development model used is the Dick and Carry Instructional Development Model. The steps for developing learning materials begin with needs analysis and formulation of objectives, instructional analysis, identifying early learner behaviors and characteristics, writing specific instructional objectives, writing benchmark reference tests, developing learning strategies, developing instructional materials, designing and implementing formative evaluations, revisions, obtaining desired instructional system. In general conclusions, validation from learning design experts 93%, material experts 95% and media experts 94% so recommending learning materials can be used. In individual trials 91.95%, small group trials 92.24% and in the 92.82% field trials, the database system teaching materials are feasible to be developed using e-learning models. Then the basic competencies to be achieved and indicators of the presentation of material on learning materials and e-learning programs in the database system subjects have been very good and easily understood by students.
Reviewing Maluku's Local Culture through Multicultural Education Approaches
Authors: Acim Acim , Situmorang Robinson , Salenussa Beatrix J.M
Published: June 2019

This study proposes the benefits and solutions of a multicultural approach to initiate studies of local culture in Maluku, in an effort to reinvest cultural values â€‹â€‹that since their ancestors were painstakingly built, but are divided so that they have an impact on the declining behavior or behavior of the people as cultural owners. due to the influence or provocation carried out to disturb the peace and peace of the lives of the Moluccas, while changing the mindset and actions of Maluku people due to religious conflicts which are used as an excuse to live mutually hostile, mutually scapegoating religious differences as one reason to create a life that is not peaceful, not harmonious, not harmonious in society.
DIGITAL LEADERSHIP IN MANAGING WORK MOTIVATION OF MILLENIAL EMPLOYEES
Authors: Lubis Fatimah Malini
Published: June 2019

The uncertainty in the oil price, the role of the leadership is very important in maintaining employee motivation especially for millenial employees at oil and gas industry in Indonesia. Digital leadership is one of the leadership styles that a leader must possess in anticipating the current uncertainty in oil prices. The results showed that digital leadership was one of the leadership styles that could maintain the work motivation of oil and gas employees in an unpredictable oil price condition through the digital characteristic are the creativity leader, inspiring leader, credibility leader, wider knowledge leader, collaborative and interactive leader and trust the subordinates
Challenges in Managing Maintenance Cost by Local Authorities in Malaysia
Authors: Mong Sylvia Gala , Mohamed Sarajul Fikri , Misnan Mohd. Saidin
Published: June 2019

Local authorities in Malaysia are facing enormous challenges in satisfying the needs of the public while providing the facilities for various stakeholders. Previous studies show numerous criticisms and complaints regarding the incapability of the local authorities in managing and maintaining the public facilities (Adnan et al., 2012). Several barriers affected the uncertainty of maintenance cost which results in the insufficient allocation of funds. The study identified several barriers impacting the maintenance cost encountered by the local authorities while maintaining the public facilities. The barriers are classified into six related issues which are building characteristics, maintenance processes, people, economical and cost, regulatory and others. Based on the findings, the building characteristics-related shows the highest severity index followed by maintenance process-related issues. The results demonstrates that the local authorities need to focus more on their maintenance management practices to resolve the problems through continuous improvement.
ENHANCING THE 21ST CENTURY LEARNING THROUGH THE FLIPPED CLASSROOM APPROACH: A SCIENCE TEACHERâ€™S PERSPECTIVES
Authors: WASRIEP MOHD FADZLY
Published: June 2019

A flip classroom is closely related to the inverted classroom that promotes learning outside the classroom (Lage et al., 2000). The main reason for the implementation of the flipped classroom is to free up the allotted learning time at school so that more engaging activities could be done (Milman, 2014). Since the flipped classroom is still at its early phase in Malaysia, there are limited studies done in this area (A. Rahman, Abdullah, Mohammed, Mohd Zaid, & Aris, 2014). This preliminary study reveals three issues in 21st-century learning experience via primary science flipped classroom implementations including the affordances, assistance and challenges. There are various aspects taken into consideration from the teacher and teaching surrounding for the flipped classroom settings to be conducive. The teacher realized that although flipped classroom helped her in some ways nonetheless there are challenges that she has to resolve.
Strategic Impulses Urgency in the era of Industry 4.0
Authors: Princes Elfindah , Prabowo Harjanto , Hamsal Mohammad , William Andi
Published: June 2019

The speed of changes in the era of Industry 4.0 has left us no choice but to be agile, adaptive and have dynamic capabilities to keep the firm performance on the track(Gilchrist, 2016). Being adaptive and agile means innovation, the firms must innovate and managing innovation. Studies confirm that only 12% of organizations succesfully manage innovation and only half of these do so consistently across time(Kleinknecht et al., 2009). Without any doubts, there are many times when the top managements are having hard time adapting to the situation, especially when inevitable events happen and they must respond at once. This is the part where the strategic impulses are very important, though it is long debated, as Impulse-driven logics are notoriously difficult to identify, isolate and describe (Hunt and Lerner, 2017) and rational decision-making often result in an optimal response of inaction. But it is also undeniable that strategic impulses have given lots of benefits and have lots of business opportunities (Daniel Lerner and Dimo Dimov, 2016). Strategic impulses in the era of industry 4.0 are without any doubt a must to firm performance if the firm wants to survive and increase its performance.
EMPLOYABILITY COMPETENCIES OF GRADUATING STUDENTS IN A PRIVATE COLLEGE IN TAGUIG CITY
Authors: Raquel Marlon , Carloto Beryl T. , Raquel Henry B. , Raquel Melven B.
Published: June 2019

Policy makers in the Philippines are focusing on the gaps between the knowledge and skills provided by higher educational institutions and the job opportunities available in the labor market. Graduates are often faced with challenges in looking for jobs right after graduation, thus, schools play a crucial role in ensuring that students are equipped with knowledge and competency skills.

This study examines the level of employability and competence skills of the 309 graduating students taking up different degree programs of The Fisher Valley College located in Taguig City, Metro Manila. About 17.8% of the respondents are currently working and 21.7% wanted to work in the service sector. More than half of the total respondents wanted to work in the government. Most of the respondents will look for a job immediately after graduation. Communication skills are the most important of skills in order for them to get hired in their first job applications. The most important factor identified when selecting an organization or company for work is when it provides ample opportunities for them for career advancement. Among work-related values, respondents considered love for God and perseverance and hard work as the most important.

Five components of employability skills were identified: (1) problem-solving and analytic; (2) learning; (3) personal organization and time management; (4) creativity, innovation, and change; and (5) personal strengths. Overall, students assessed that these skills are very important in employment. However, they reported lower competency levels on these skills particularly on solving problems, identifying essential components of the problem, sorting out the relevant data to solve the problem, and contributing to group problem solving.

It is very important for all sectors, i.e., schools, government, and industry, to prepare the students acquire the necessary skills and provide them with opportunities as they enter the labor market.