bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Kelestarian Pelancongan Peribumi: Satu Kajian Kes di Tapah Perak
Authors: Mohd Shah Noraini , Che' Rus Ridzwan , Mustapha Ramlee , Mohammad Hussain Mohd Azlan , Abdul Wahab Norwaliza
Published: December 2018

This paper discusses the sustainability of native tourism in Tapah, Perak. This study is important because studies related to indigenous tourism are still not widely explored, especially in Malaysia. This study uses purposive sampling. Data are also collected using in-depth and detailed structured interviews. The big impact can be seen through the economic capital to carry out this indigenous tourism. Economic capital contributes to the economic strength of indigenous people’s. Through the economic strengths supported by the local agencies, it can lead to continuous improvement of the economic capital of the Orang Asli of the Semai tribe tapah, Perak, as well as contributing to the sustainability of native tourism in the area.
Membangunkan Model Kompetensi Nilai Sosial bagi Program Perantisan Sistem Dual: Aplikasi Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM)
Authors: Yahaya Norhayati , Rasul Mohamad Sattar , Yasin Ruhizan Mohamad
Published: December 2018

This study was conducted to develop a social values competency model for a dual system of apprenticeship programs. This model can be used as a guideline by instructors in public and private training centers that conducted programs under the Department of Skills Development in Malaysia. This model was developed based on the agreement of 13 experts. Panel of experts appointed represent the curriculum developer; the Department of Skills Development senior officer; senior lecturer; coach; skills trainers in public or private training centers; and coordinator in companies and public or private training centers. Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) was applied in the development of this model. Six major steps involved in the development of the model is to start by identifying the key components and elements of social values that are relevant, establish relationships between variables, develop a structural self-interaction matrix (SSIM), generating a model of the ISM, presentation of model studies and final step involves presentation and amendment to the final model study. A total of 15 elements identified by experts for the implementation of social values competency dual system of apprenticeship programs. The developed model can give a clear picture with regard to the priority that should be addressed by each instructor skills in carrying out teaching activities more meaningful.
Climate of Inquiry and Critical Reflection Element in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Institutions
Authors: Masuwai Azwani
Published: December 2018

The purpose of this study is to explore the importance of climate of inquiry and critical reflection in teaching and learning. The study was established by using Teaching and Learning Guiding Principles Instrument (TLGPI) to identify the reliability and validity of the instrument in generating teaching and learning guiding principles (TLGP). Participants consisted of 355 Malaysian educators from higher education institutions and teacher training institutions. It is an essential instrument to reflect in generating the teaching and learning guiding principles in higher education level in Malaysia. Confirmatory Factor Analysis has validated all five items of Climate of Inquiry (CI) construct of TLGPI whereby all items indicated high reliability and internal consistency. A Confirmatory Factor Analysis also confirmed that a single factor model was used to generate teaching and learning guiding principles.
Validity and Reliability of Green Skills Instrument
Authors: Kamis Arasinah , Mohammad Hussain Mohd Azlan , Che Kob Che Ghani , Nur Yunus Faizal Amin , Rahim Mohd Bekri
Published: December 2018

Green Skills (GS) are the skills based on strong sustainability development from the aspects of technical, value knowledge and attitude that are needed by the workforce in developing economy and environment in the business, industry and society. The objective of this research was to validate the GS instrument. This research adopted the survey research method. Cluster random sampling and simple random sampling methods were utilised in selecting a total of 446 Secondary school students who enrolled the subject of Design all over Peninsular Malaysia. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) analyses were used to determine validity and reliability in measurement model. Measurement model was fitted the data and was accepted base on suitability index (fit indices), that has been achieved namely CMIN χ2=595.204, with degrees of freedom (df) 132, CMIN/df=4.509 (≤5.0), incremental fit CFI & IFI (≤0.9), and absolute fit RMSEA=0.8(≤0.8). The instrument has been proven to be a good instrument and passed the psychometrics standards. The research findings showed there were a total of 10 elements must be present in the students. The research implicated that GS Model can be used as guidance in cultivating GS in the learning process. This GS Model is expected to cultivate a balanced environment from the aspects of attitude, knowledge and values that are needed in the students. This GS Model also can be used as the basis in developing curriculum as an added-value in training design. Furthermore, it can be used as a module in learning process that gives importance to environmental awareness among students
Keberkesanan ABM Pasang Bongkar Rak Alat Tulis dalam Merangsang Psikomotor Murid Bermasalah Pembelajaran Tahap 3 dan 4
Authors: Rosli Nur Najihah , Bahari Farul Afendi , Azman Mohamed Nor Azhari , Kiong Tee Tze , Jumintono Jumintono
Published: December 2018

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching aids (ABM) ‘Pasang Bongkar  Rak Alat Tulis’ in stimulating the psychomotor of slow-learning students level 3 and level 4.This ABM is built to help the teaching and learning process (PdP) students with special needs in Manipulative Skills subjects especially for slow learner in raising student psychomotor stimulate. Qualitative approaches were used to obtain the study data through two instruments: observation and interview. The data collection process involves 16 students level 3 and level 4 for the special education stream as a sample to obtain data through observation, three (3) respondents with knowledge and expertise related to the Manipulative Skill subjects for the interview sessions. Data were analysed using content analysis method. The findings show that the ABM ‘Pasang Bongkar  Rak Alat Tulis’ will help students with learning disabilities in Teaching and Learning Facilitation (PdPc) in the classroom. This can be proved by the students excitedly and more eager to include the components of the stationery rack back to the original shape. This can stimulate psychomotor students learning problem. Indirectly can stimulate student's cognitive (thinking) and affective (attitude and values) to think how ABM can be reentered correctly. The conclusions from this study suggest that ABM can help to increase student psychomotor stimulation by installing and unloading methods practiced in this ABM. The implication of the study shows that the use of ABM ‘Pasang Bongkar  Rak Alat Tulis’ is able to increase interest in PdP in the classroom and enhance the psychomotor capabilities of slow learner students.
Indikator Kemahiran Employability dalam Kalangan Graduan Pendidikan
Authors: Hanapi Zaliza , Mohd Shariff Mohd Shazielan , Paijan Azlina , Mamat Abu Bakar , Abu Kassim Faizah
Published: December 2018

The phenomenon of unemployment problem among graduates is not a new issue. In fact, it also involves graduates who hold an education degree. Hence, this study was conducted to determine the indicators of employability skills needed by the education graduates especially from technical and vocational education field in Malaysia. This study was conducted qualitatively through interview among five experts.  Respondents were among those with experiences in teaching and working in technical and vocational education field.  Results showed that there were nine elements of employability skills needed to be mastered by graduates in technical and vocational education.  These indicators are communication skills, creative and critical thinking skills, information management skills, self-management skills, teamwork and cooperation skills, leadership skills, ethics and moral professionalism, entrepreneurial skills and social skills.  The mastery of these employability skills are deemed important in order to produce teachers with highly qualified and competitive professionals.
Pengaruh Ansyitah (Aktiviti) Terhadap Pembentukan Akhlak Pelajar Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama (SMKA)
Authors: Muhamad Norhisham
Published: December 2018

This working paper is to look into the Ansyitah (activity) and its link to students’character Sekolah Menengah kebangsaan Agama (SMKA). This research in the form of observation is to find information on the Ansyitah (activity) used in SMKA. Feedback was obtained from questionnaires that were distributed to SMKA students. A total of 886 Form Four students from 5 zones namely East Zone, Central zone, South zone, North zones and East Malaysia zone were involued in the research. Students were required to respond to 13 items related to the Ansyitah (activity) strategy and 75 items on students’character in schools and boarding schools. The 5- points Likert Scale Response is used on the questionnaire. A descriptive statistic is used to report on the result of the research Ansyitah (activity) and the students’ character. The Spearman Correlation is used to explain the link between Ansyitah (activity) and the character of the SMKA students in schools and boarding schools. The finding of the result shows that the Ansyitah (activity) is at a high level (min=4.03,sp=0.679) and the character of the SMKA students in schools and boarding schools (min=4.22, sp=0.431). The analysis correlation shows significance between Ansyitah (activity)and the students character of the SMKA students in schools and boarding schools (r=0.496,p<0.01). The findings of this study showed Ansyitah (activities) had a positive effect on students' moral development and the need to diversify away from activities that can build character by the Ministry of Education, the State Education Department and the school in particular.
A Preliminary Analysis of Islamic Real Estate Investment Trust (I-REIT) Volatility as a Potential Waqf Development
Authors: Senawi Azhan Rashid
Published: December 2018

The development of waqf institutions is a significant attribution to ensure a sustainable and progressive prosperity to the Muslim socio-economic. The aspiration of the waqf development is to preserve the benefits of the beneficiaries and to all the human kind. However, the issues of the fund shortage are one of the tough issues that need to be solved. I-REIT (Islamic Real Estate Investment Trust) is one of a suggestion of diversification as an alternative solution to the aspect of fund constraint. Therefore, this paper attempts to examine the level of I-REIT volatility in comparison to typical REIT as a preliminary experiment. By using a conventional standard deviation or variance analysis of selected I-REIT and REIT counter, a preliminary result shows that I-REIT has a lower volatility impact than the REIT. This less-impact I-REIT to the market exploitation justifies that the Islamic capital market instruments of Islamic real estate investment trust (I-REIT) is an alternative potential waqf mechanism in developing and advancing waqf property in Malaysia. Thus, this study proposes the initiation of the alternative waqf of I-REIT in enhancing the dynamism of waqf practice in Malaysia.
Hukum Memberi dan Menjawab Salam Orang Bukan Islam
Authors: Ramle Muhamad Rozaimi , Alhadri Abdul Latef
Published: December 2018

Conveying greetings to non-Muslims and replying greetings uttered by them are the issues that affect the sensitivity of Muslims in Malaysia. Since Malaysia is a plural-society nation, there are non-Muslims who are always intermingled with the Muslims and are impressed with some of Muslim cultures. And when this happens, it raises many questions such as is it allowed for Muslims to say “Assalamualaikum” to non-Muslims? Is it obligatory to return greetings given by non-Muslims? How to greet people in a ceremony consisting of Muslims and non-Muslims? Is it permissible to say "Good Morning" or "Good Evening" to non-Muslims? Therefore, this paper will explore the views of Muslim scholars in each of these issues so that readers can clearly understand the Islamic view on this issue. Analytical and critical methods will be utilized when elaborating the view of scholars in this issue. The conclusion of this study is that Muslims are not allowed to greet non-Muslims with the word “Assalamua’laikum”. However, if non-Muslims start to greet with the word “Assalamua’laikum” then Muslims can reply it with the word “Wa'alaikumussalam”. While other greeting of speech other than the remarks of “Assalamu'alaikum” is permissible.
Peranan Maahad Tahfiz Ad-Din Dalam Melahirkan Huffaz di Negeri Perak Darul Ridzuan
Authors: Abdullah Muhammad Khairul Firdhaus , Abdul Rahim Mohamad Marzuqi , Abdullah Wahyu Hidayat
Published: December 2018

This study aims to evaluate the role of Maahad Tahfiz ADDIN to produce huffaz in the State of Perak Darul Ridzuan based on the implementation of the Tahfiz Al-Quran curriculum with important instruments of collecting quantitative data (questionnaires). A survey method which was used involved 366 students from the Maahad Tahfiz Al-Quran ADDIN in the state of Perak who are randomly selected. The subjects of the study were students aged 13 years to 17 years old. A questionnaire was developed to collect the required data. The findings were analyzed descriptively by Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 22.0. The results show that the implementation of the goals and objectives of the Quranic Tahfiz curriculum at Maahad Tahfiz ADDIN was the highest mean of 3.60. The conclusions from this study show that the goal and objectives of tahfiz are at a good level and can be further enhanced. On the other hand, the content of the curriculum and time allocation for the Quranic memorization should be given due attention and improvements so that Maahad Tahfiz ADDIN can actually filling the gap in producing more quality huffaz in the state of Perak Darul Ridzuan.
Media Baharu dan Impak Terhadap Dakwah
Authors: Borham Abd Hadi
Published: December 2018

The development of communication and information technology (ICT) has been developed by the government since the 1980s. This development has contributed to the increasing use of the internet as a new medium for the purpose of partnership, business and knowledge. This socio-cultural change, based on the new media, has led to the receipt of information and forming a new environment in all aspects including religious life. The development of the internet in Malaysia has given a direct impression on the development of Islamic da'wah. Today's society gains exposure to Islam easily through social media such as facebook, newsgroups, e-groups and others. Therefore, this article aims to examine the impact of the new media toward Islamic da'wah. Data was obtained on library research through secondary data such as journal articles, government reports, books etc. Analysis shows that the flooding of Islamic information in the new media has affected the da’wah among internet users especially in the acceptance of Islamic understanding in aqidah, ibadah and akhlak
Status dan Hak Anak Tak Sah Islam dalam Undang-Undang di Malaysia
Authors: Noor Zanariah
Published: December 2018

Illegitimate child refers to a child conceived during sexual intercourse outside of wedlock. The jurists have different views regarding the gestation period of pregnancy that affects the legitimacy status of the child. The objective of this article is to analyze the different views of the jurists regarding the status as well as rights of the illegitimate child in Islam and current religious ruling implemented in Malaysia. This article also analyzes the rights of the illegitimate child towards a personal identity that involved lineage that effects on how his/her name and surname will be stated on birth certificate according to the Islamic and civil law in Malaysia. Issues on custody, maintenance, marriage guardianship of the illegitimate child and his/her relation with biological father that married to his / her mother will also be discussed according to the opinions of the jurists as well as Islamic family law in Malaysia. This study utilized content analysis method on discussions put forward by the jurists in authoritative jurisprudence books as well as contemporary jurisprudence books and law provisions that are provided in Islamic and civil law implemented in Malaysia to date. The findings show that Islamic family law protects rights of the illegitimate child in terms of self-identity (lineage), custody, maintenance and marriage guardianship. However, the issue regarding the surname of the illegitimate child was raised in Civil Court, arguing that he/she should be allowed to be named to his/her biological father who had married the mother. This issue needs to be scrutinized. The amendment should be carried out so that matters related to the Muslims' personal laws are implemented according to the Islamic law.
Visualisasi Maklumat Berkomputer Dalam Memperkasakan Pengajaran Kelas Agama Dan Fardhu Ain (KAFA) Jakim Di Peringkat Sekolah Rendah
Authors: Abdul Hadi Ahmad Zulfiqar Shah , Abd Latif Mohd Abdul Nasir , Abdul Rahman Muhammad Hasbi
Published: December 2018

The development of computerized technology has transformed teaching and learning scenarios in the classroom. It has become essential learning tool to improve and enhance the quality of teaching and learning process. Thus, the quality of teaching and learning for religious classes Fardhu Ain (KAFA) should be upgraded too through computerised information visualization technology. This research aims to design a computerized information visualization for KAFA class especially for UPKK exams. Then, this courseware will be assessed through perceptions of students and teachers based on four aspects namely the design, ease of use, compatibility of information and satisfaction. This study was combines three methodologies, qualitative, quantitative and product development designs.While the study product development will use ADDIE (Analyze, Design, Development, Implement, Evaluation) approach which is for instructional technology in the production of educational products. The results indicated that students and teachers accept this courseware in the form of its design, ease of use, compatibility of information and satisfaction of use. Hence, advanced studies in context of the development of teaching and learning in KAFA class can still be explored in the future to ensure a better quality of KAFA education.
Struktur Makro Dialog Al-Qur’an Dari Aspek Fitrah Kejadian Manusia
Authors: Abd Latif Mohd Abdul Nasir , Abdul Hadi Ahmad Zulfiqar Shah
Published: December 2018

The Fitrah creation refers to the origin of the event and the initial condition of the human being. It is a system created by Allah in every creature to determine the type of human being created from the aspect of the body and reason. This research had been carried out to identify the macrostructure of ayat a-Qur’an’ throughout human creation aspect. This research is a descriptive analysis using qualitative approach through document analysis technique. The data of the research stands from the entire two-way dialog that had been located inside the Qur’an. The analisys shows that ayat al-qur’an from human creation aspec is divided by two aspects, it is the origin of the human and humanity the humanity essence is prideful, tends toward truthfulness, love their races, the bond of their family and the need to be with each other. This showed that every human that had been created has this main essence of humanity that need to be put in check so that every approach that will be used in every field of life would take notice of all of the main essence that had been said in this paragraph .
Persepsi Guru Pendidikan Islam Terhadap Ilmu Menurut Konsep Malakah Ilmiyyah Ibnu Khaldun
Authors: Zainol Mohamad Zarkhuan , Hashim Azmil , Abdul Rahim Mohamad Marzuqi
Published: December 2018

The main objective of this study is to identify the Islamic Education teacher (GPI's) perception on knowledge based on its sources and classifications among new GPIs in the State of Selangor. This is descriptive study used a questionnaire as instrument for data collection. The questionnaire was developed based on the concept Malakah Ilmiyyah Ibnu Khaldun through chapter sixth in the Book Muqaddimah. Two constructs are identified as the source of knowledge and classification of knowledge. Using the simple random sampling method, a total of 92 new GPIs was randomly selected from several schools in the Gombak state of Selangor to be a sample of the study. Generally, the study found new GPI perception of knowledge by the concept Malakah Ilmiyyah Ibnu Khaldun is at a high level. All constructs were above 8.0 i.e. sources of knowledge (8.70) and classification of knowledge (8.89). This study showed that the new GPI has a positive perception of practicing naqli and aqli knowledge as taught by Ibnu Khaldun in his Muqaddimah Book. The concept of Malakah Ilmiyyah Ibn Khaldun is actually very consistent to the goal of producing a knowledgeable GPI and at the same time can create a student human capital of the world's brightest and the hereafter. Furthermore, studies on the various concepts still stored in the Muqaddimah script need to be explored, especially in relation to the teaching profession.
Penerapan Sifat Kamalullah Dalam Puisi Sufistik Taman Taqwa
Authors: Abdul Abu Hassan , Bado Azman , Ali A. Halim , Twahir@H Tahir Wahibah
Published: December 2018

This article was carried out to identify and to analyse the concept of Kamalullah in the collection of poems by Suhaimi Haji Muhammad that utilises the concept of Kamal within the theory of Takmilah. The study focused on the collection of poems entitled Taman Takwa that involved 79 titles related to divinity. The study was qualitatively analysed by implementing subjective statistical evidences. The secondary data were collected based on library research. The result of the study shows that the aspect of Kamalullah whether in the form of ma'ani (attributes that Allah has to show His perfection) or maknawi (attributes that Allah possesses) was successfully conceptualized by the poet. With reference to the 504 words and the adage of Kamalullah, were classified within the attribute of Qudrah, Iradah, Qaunuhu Sami'an, Sama’ and Mukhalafatuhu lil Hawadith. From the data, the poet wanted to emphasize on the ma'ani approach as compared to the maknawi approach through his poetry in delivering the atrributes of Kamalullah to the readers. This article concluded that muslim poets are responsible to preach to the society in understanding the concept and the discourse of Kamalullah by utilising their talent, creativity and also wisdom in the poetry creation.
Latar Belakang Guru Tahfiz di Institusi Tahfiz Persendirian Negeri Selangor
Authors: Abd Ghani Abd Rahman
Published: December 2018

This study is aimed at obtaining and gathering information on the background of teachers who teach at tahfiz private institutions throughout the state of Selangor regarding their age, education level, origin, status of post, teaching experience, salary or monthly allowance they received the virtues they earn. The study was quantitative in which a total of 90 questionnaires were distributed to respondents. Of this total, only 86 forms were returned and analyzed Quantitative data was analyzed descriptively using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 14.0. It is hoped that the findings of this study will be given due attention by the authorities in the state of Selangor, in order to improve the quality of tahfiz education in the state, as any problems faced by these teachers will indirectly lead to a negative impact on the teaching and learning process which they control.
Aplikasi Maqasid Syariah Terhadap Pentafsiran Ayat Hukum Arak Dalam Tafsir al-Azhar
Authors: Abdul Manas Mohd Fazali , Abd Ghani Abd Rahman , Daud Mohd Noor
Published: December 2018

This  study   aimed  to  identify  of  maqasid  syariah  and   its  importance  in  the  interpretation  of  laws  in  the  Quranic  verses.   This  study  also  aimed  to  analyze  maqasid  syariah  in  the  interpretation of  alcohol laws in the Quran  verses which were applied by Hamka  in Tafsir  al-Azhar.  This study used texts and contents analyses. Inductive, deductive and comparative methods were also used to analyze the data. The  main result  of  this  study showed  that  the maqasid  syariah  was  applied  by  mufassir  in  interpretation  of the  laws  in  the  Quran  verses.  The  study found  that  Hamka  has  applied  the  maqasid  syariah  in  the interpretation  of  alcohol  laws in  the  Quran  verses  in  Tafsir  al-Azhar.  This  study concludes  that the application  of  maqasid  syariah  in  the  interpretation  of  law verses in  the  Quran should be emphasized  by mufassir.  The collection of law verses is important to facilitate Muslims to refer and practice them. The implication  is that the study has  created  a  maqasidi  thematic  interpretation  methodology  and  it  can  be  used  as  a  method  to interpret law verses in the Quran.
Wanita Dalam Gejala Tidak Bermoral Dan Kaedah Membina Kesejahteraan Hidup
Authors: Ismail Abdul Munir , Abd Ghani Abd Rahman , Daud Mohd Noor
Published: December 2018

This research is discusses about the involvement of a handful of women immoral activities such as beggars, homeless, drug addicts, sex workers, pregnan before marriage in Kuala Lumpur City. This situation affects the image of the capital in the eyes of tourists, problems urban sanitary issues and publicly exposed to infectious diseases. Increased crime, security issues, urban hygiene and social health are rising due to various factors. The objective of the study is to identify women being involved in illegal activities and the methods of building a good rules in lives. This method is uses library research and field study. Field studies include interviews and observations. Focus location of study is Kuala Lumpur City as "hotspots area" the public area. Three women respondents was selected in this study. This findings is that normally involved women immoral activities come from unhappy family backgrounds, low levels of education and engagement in jobs of lucrative income. Another problem is not enough finance for respondents, homeless survivors, family conflict and understanding about Islam is very low. The proposal to rebuild the new life of the women involved in the immoral activities returned to the community is to approach them with wisdom, providing temporary shelter, learn basic Islamic teachings, helping financial resources such zakat and to give skill training which suits their ability.
Corak Perbelanjaan Kesihatan Pekerja di Malaysia: Kajian Kes Terhadap Pencarum Skim Bencana Pekerjaan (SBP), PERKESO
Authors: Samsuddin Shamshimah , Ismail Noriszura
Published: December 2018

The allocation of workers’ health expenditure is a major issue to employers in Malaysia, especially SOCSO, as it is closely related to the performance and welfare of workers. Work injury and occupational disease require employers to allocate substantial costs to compensate the disability benefits and benefits of dependents or pensions. This study aims to identify the level and trend of health expenditure for employees covered under Employment Injury Scheme (EIS) in the Malaysia Social Security Organisation (SOCSO) for years 2009-2013. Retrospective descriptive analysis is carried out on a 5-year data (2009-2013) which comprises all employees who contribute under the SBP. Based on the descriptive analysis, the number of active workers contributing to SOCSO and the amount of benefits paid by SOCSO are increasing every year. Based on the Temporary Disability (HUS) data, the number of working days lost due to accidents is different according to gender and age, with more male workers than female workers, and with more young workers (25-29 years) than aged workers. These findings provide an indication to the parties involved such as employees, employers and the government, that the health of employees significantly affects health expenses, and can have a huge impact on the nation’s economy.
Quality Learning Spaces, Resources, Technologies and Constructive Alignment Element in Teaching and Learning
Authors: Masuwai Azwani
Published: December 2018

The purpose of this study is to explore the importance of quality learning spaces and constructive alignment in teaching and learning. The study established by using Teaching and Learning Guiding Principles Instrument (TLGPI) to look out the reliability and validity of the instrument in generating teaching and learning guiding principles (TLGP). Participants consisted of 357 Malaysian teacher educators from ten Malaysian higher teacher education institutions which were selected using cluster sampling technique. TLGPI is an essential instrument to reflect in generating the teaching and learning guiding principles in higher education level in Malaysia. Confirmatory Factor Analysis has validated all 4 items of Quality Learning (QL) construct and also all 4 items of Constructive Alignment (CA) construct of TLGPI whereby all items indicated high reliability and internal consistency. A Confirmatory Factor Analysis also confirmed that a single factor model was used to generate teaching and learning guiding principles.
An Assessment On Madrasa Design As Symbol Of Communal Value Using Semiotic Analysis – Case Study of Rustem Pasha Madrasa
Authors: Ismail Alice Sabrina , Aziz Nurul Syaheera
Published: December 2018

The purpose of this paper is to propose an appropriate design solution for madrasa as a center of communal values development. This paper is vital as there are many arising issues relating to madrasa development in the present context that requires much needed attention from various parties. This is because the madrasa's utilitarian function and existence as a community center began to change once transformation occurred to civil society. This factor happened due to modernization and Western influence in the context of Islamic propagation. Past literature on madrasa development focused more on limited areas of study such as the documentation of historical ownership, management and maintenance, learning curriculum, discussion on the role of women in madrasa education, and the construction process of the madrasas. To date, none discusses on the strategies how to design the madrasa to function as a community center. This research analyses historic prominent madrasa Rustem Pasha (1547-1550) designed by the great architect Sinan during the expansion period of Ottoman empire (1453-1566) based on literature review using semiotic approach to establish the appropriate design attributes that interrelated with communal values. Findings indicate that five communal values involving transparency, propriety, modesty, gratitude and obligation are embedded in this historic madrasa built form and spatial arrangement for centuries as a form of ‘sign’ to convey message to the user. This established reference design approaches from this research is of benefit for designers, builders, developers and relevant authorities to build a communal type madrasa in the future.
Apakah yang Kita Faham Mengenai Kesejahteraan Kanak-Kanak? Kajian Kes Di Pulau Gaya, Sabah
Authors: Haji Mahali Saidatul Nornis , Cosmas Getrude , Seok Chua Bee
Published: December 2018

The aim of this study is to develop a better understanding of well-being concept as it relates to the children at Gaya Island. This study also focuses on quality of relationships of the children with others and their link with children’s happiness with life. Data for this study were obtained from 223 children with age ranged from 10 to 12 year old in the only one primary school at Gaya Island, Sabah. The Good Childhood Index was used to measure overall well-being and in relation to 10 aspects of the life of children. It includes a single-item measure of happiness with life as a whole, a five-item measure of overall life satisfaction. The results indicated that children in Gaya Island tend to be happy - the mean score on 10 point scale was 8.18. Around 7% of the children scored below the mid-point on this scale or around 16 out of 223 young people were more unhappy than happy. For life satisfaction scale, the score can range from 5 to 25. Again the result showed the life satisfaction of the children at Gaya Island was generally positive. The mean score on this scale was 19.22. Around 2.7% of children at Gaya Island scored below the mid-point of 15 on this scale. The result indicated that the choices in life and health condition were positive predictors of children’s happiness. Findings also showed well-being factors; relationship with family, choices in life, and appearance were significant predictors of Gaya Island’s children life satisfaction.
Atomic-layer-deposited TiO2 with vapor-grown MAPbI3−xClx for planar perovskite solar cells
Authors: Na Sungjae , Lee Sayah , Choi Won-Gyu , Park Chan-Gyu , Ryu Sang Ouk , Moon Taeho
Published: December 2018

TiO2 thin films as electron-transporting layers for planar-type perovskite solar cells were prepared by atomic layer deposition (ALD). Perovskite MAPbI3−xClx thin films were formed on the ALD TiO2 by sequential vapor processing. The resulting perovskite thin films were uniform and pinhole-free, with an average grain size of ∼370 nm. The high crystallinity of the perovskite layers was also confirmed, with an optical bandgap of ∼1.58 eV. Planar n-i-p solar cells were formed using the ALD TiO2 and vapor-grown perovskite. The deposition temperature and thickness of the ALD TiO2 were optimized, resulting in a superior efficiency of ∼11.6% compared to conventional TiO2.
MoS2 thin films from a (NtBu)2(NMe2)2Mo and 1-propanethiol atomic layer deposition process
Authors: Kalanyan Berc , Beams Ryan , Katz Michael B. , Davydov Albert V. , Maslar James E. , Kanjolia Ravindra K.
Published: December 2018

Potential commercial applications for transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD) semiconductors such as MoS2 rely on unique material properties that are only accessible at monolayer to few-layer thickness regimes. Therefore, production methods that lend themselves to the scalable and controllable formation of TMD films on surfaces are desirable for high volume manufacturing of devices based on these materials. The authors have developed a new thermal atomic layer deposition process using bis(tert-butylimido)-bis(dimethylamido)molybdenum and 1-propanethiol to produce MoS2-containing amorphous films. They observe a self-limiting reaction behavior with respect to both the Mo and S precursors at a substrate temperature of 350 °C. Film thickness scales linearly with precursor cycling, with growth per cycle values of ≈0.1 nm/cycle. As-deposited films are smooth and contain nitrogen and carbon impurities attributed to poor ligand elimination from the Mo source. Upon high-temperature annealing, a large portion of the impurities are removed, and the authors obtain few-layer crystalline 2H-MoS2 films.
Photocatalytic Oxygenation by Water-Soluble Metalloporphyrins as a Pathway to Functionalized Polycycles
Authors: Šagud Ivana , Škorić Irena
Published: December 2018

Photocatalytic processes are present in natural biochemical pathways as well as in the organic synthetic ones. This minireview will cover the field of photocatalysis that uses both the free-base and specially metallated porphyrins as catalysts. While free-base porphyrins are valuable sensitizers to output singlet oxygen, metalloporphyrins are even more adjustable as photocatalysts because of their coordination capacity, generating a wider range of oxidation reactions. They can be applied in autooxidation reactions, hydroxylations, or direct oxygen transfer producing epoxides. This review will mainly focus on how manganese and some iron porphyrins can be utilized for the functionalization of compounds that have a polycyclic skeleton in their structure. These kinds of compounds are notoriously taxing to obtain and difficult to further functionalize by conventional organic synthetic methods. We have focused on photocatalytic oxygenation reactions in mild conditions with the use of water-soluble porphyrins, as this has been proven to be a good tool for these transformations. In the photocatalytic reactions of some polycyclic heteroaromatic compounds, new polycyclic epoxides, enediones, ketones, alcohols, and/or hydroperoxides are yielded, depending on the catalyst applied. The application of anionic and cationic Mn(III) porphyrins under different reaction parameters results in different reaction pathways generating a vast number of photocatalytic products. Recently, Co and Ni complexes have been also photophysically investigated and confirmed as potential photocatalysts for the functionalization of organic substrates.
The Robust Consensus of a Noisy Deffuant-Weisbuch Model
Authors: Zhang Jiangbo , Zhao Yiyi
Published: December 2018

We construct a new opinion formation of the Deffuant-Weisbuch model with the interference of the outer noise, where there are finite n agents and the evolution is discrete-time. The opinion interaction occurs by one randomly chosen pair at each time step. The difference to the original Deffuant-Weisbuch model is that communications of any selected pairs will be affected by noises. The aim of this paper is to study the robust consensus of this noisy Deffuant-Weisbuch model. We first define the noise strength as the maximum noise absolute value. We will then show that when the noise strength is less than a certain threshold, this noisy model will achieve T-robust consensus when t is sufficiently large; next we prove that the noisy model achieves robust consensus with a positive probability; finally, we demonstrate these results and provide numerical relations among the noise strength and some model parameters.
A New Model-Free Trajectory Tracking Control for Robot Manipulators
Authors: Wang Yaoyao , Zhu Kangwu , Chen Bai , Wu Hongtao
Published: December 2018

In this paper, we propose a novel model-free trajectory tracking control for robot manipulators under complex disturbances. The proposed method utilizes time delay control (TDC) as its control framework to ensure a model-free scheme and uses adaptive nonsingular terminal sliding mode (ANTSM) to obtain high control accuracy and fast dynamic response under lumped disturbance. Thanks to the application of adaptive law, the proposed method can ensure high tracking accuracy and effective suppression of noise effect simultaneously. Stability of the closed-loop control system is proved using Lyapunov method. Finally, the effectiveness and advantages of the newly proposed TDC scheme with ANTSM dynamics are verified through several comparative simulations.
Is a Combination of a GnRH Agonist and Recombinant Growth Hormone an Effective Treatment to Increase the Final Adult Height of Girls with Precocious or Early Puberty?
Authors: Song Wei , Zhao Fei , Liang Shuang , Li Guimei , Xue Jiang
Published: December 2018

The aim of treatment for idiopathic central precocious puberty (ICPP) is to increase final adult stature, for which gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist (GnRHa) is the gold standard. Early puberty is frequently similar to ICPP, with pubertal onset only slightly advanced. Short stature may result from early pubertal onset. Some studies have suggested that recombinant human growth hormone (rhGH) should be combined with a GnRHa to improve adult height, while others have not. Here, the aim was to compare the efficacy of combined GnRHa and rhGH treatment with GnRHa or rhGH treatment alone, or no therapy, for the improvement of the final height of girls with ICPP or early puberty. Electronic databases of randomized and quasi-randomized controlled trials, in which the efficacy of GnRHa preparations was compared with that of rhGH for the treatment of children with precocious or early puberty, were searched and a meta-analysis conducted. Five studies of early puberty and four studies of ICPP were identified. There were no statistically significant differences between final adult height standard deviation score and initial height standard deviation score in the treatment of early puberty (GnRHa and rhGH versus rhGH alone or no treatment). The overall analysis of the data failed to indicate any benefit of combined therapy, while individual reports suggested that in specific instances combined therapy may be beneficial in preserving or reclaiming growth potential and improving adult height.
Efficacy of the Treatment of Elderly Trauma Patients Requiring Intensive Care
Authors: Oshima Kiyohiro , Murata Masato , Aoki Makoto , Nakajima Jun , Sawada Yusuke , Isshiki Yuta , Ichikawa Yumi , Fukushima Kazunori , Hagiwara Shuichi , Hinohara Hiroshi
Published: December 2018

Purpose. To evaluate the effectiveness of intensive care for the elderly trauma patients aged 80 years and older. Methods. Trauma patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) through the emergency room (ER) at our hospital between January 2013 and December 2016 were analyzed. Patients were divided into two groups: patients aged 80 and older (group E) and <80 years old (group Y). Clinical courses and the total treatment costs were compared between the two groups. Data are shown as median (interquartile range). Results. A hundred and seven trauma patients were included in the study. There were 26 patients in group E and 81 patients in group Y. There was no significant difference in Injury Severity Score (ISS) (group E, 19 (13, 32); group Y, 17 (14, 25); p=0.708); however, the probability of survival (Ps) was significantly lower in group E (group E, 0.895 (0.757, 0.950); group Y, 0.955 (0.878, 0.986); p=0.004). The duration of ICU stay (days) was significantly longer in group E (10 (5, 23)) than in group Y (4 (3, 9); p=0.001), and the total hospital stay (days) was longer in group E (33 (13, 57)) than in group Y (22 (12, 42); p=0.179). The hospital mortality was higher in group E (11.5%) than in group Y (6.2%) without a significant difference (p=0.365). The total treatment costs were significantly higher in group E ($23,558 (12,456, 42,790) with $1 = ¥110.57) than in group Y ($16,538 (7,412, 25,422); p=0.023). Conclusions. Elderly trauma patients require longer-term treatment including ICU stay and greater cost with higher hospital mortality compared with young trauma patients.
Ultrasound Evaluation and Surgical Excision of a Fabella Causing Peroneal Neuropathy in a Track Athlete
Authors: Dale Kevin M. , Boggess Samuel B. , Boggess Blake , Moorman Claude T.
Published: December 2018

Background. There are multiple causes of posterior knee pain and radicular symptoms. A symptomatic fabella is a rare cause but should be considered in the differential diagnosis. Purpose. Physicians should consider a symptomatic fabella as a diagnosis when common treatments for posterior knee pain have not alleviated the symptoms. Study Design. Case report. Methods. Review of clinical documentations of an orthopedist, physiatrist, physical therapist, 2 primary care sports medicine physicians, and the surgical report of an orthopedist. Results. It took time and resources including several referrals and imaging modalities to make a final diagnosis. Conclusion. Symptomatic fabellae are an uncommon finding but should be considered in the differential diagnosis with an athlete with posterior knee pain. Clinical Relevance. Considerable time and resources were used to ultimately diagnose and treat a NCAA Division 1 athlete. Surgical excision was required of a sesamoid bone that is present in 30% of individuals.
Indoleamine 2,3‐Dioxygenase‐Dependent Neurotoxic Kynurenine Metabolism Contributes to Poststroke Depression Induced in Mice by Ischemic Stroke along with Spatial Restraint Stress
Authors: Koo Young Soo , Kim Hyunha , Park Jung Hwa , Kim Min Jae , Shin Yong-Il , Choi Byung Tae , Lee Seo-Yeon , Shin Hwa Kyoung
Published: December 2018

Aim. Poststroke depression (PSD), which occurs in approximately one‐third of stroke survivors, is clinically important because of its association with slow functional recovery and increased mortality. In addition, the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms are still poorly understood. Methods. We used a mouse model of PSD to examine the neurobiological mechanisms of PSD and the beneficial effects of aripiprazole, an atypical antipsychotic drug. PSD was induced in mice by combining middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) with spatial restraint stress. The body weight, sucrose preference, and forced swim tests were performed at 5, 7, and 9 weeks and the Morris water maze test at 10 weeks after completing MCAO and spatial restraint stress. Results. Mice subjected to MCAO and spatial restraint stress showed significant depressive‐like behavior in the sucrose preference test and forced swim test as well as cognitive impairment in the Morris water maze test. The PSD‐like phenotype was accompanied by an indoleamine 2,3‐dioxygenase 1 (IDO1) expression increase in the nucleus accumbens, hippocampus, and hypothalamus, but not in the striatum. Furthermore, the increased IDO1 levels were localized in Iba‐1(+) cells but not in NeuN(+) or GFAP(+) cells, indicating that microglia‐induced IDO1 expression was prominent in the PSD mouse brain. Moreover, 3‐hydroxyanthranilate 3,4‐dioxygenase (HAAO), quinolinic acid (QUIN), and reactive oxygen species (ROS) were significantly increased in the nucleus accumbens, hippocampus, and hypothalamus of PSD mice. Importantly, a 2‐week aripiprazole (1 mg/kg, per os) regimen, which was initiated 1 day after MCAO, ameliorated depressive‐like behavior and impairment of cognitive functions in PSD mice that was accompanied by downregulation of IDO1, HAAO, QUIN, and ROS. Conclusions. Our results suggest that the IDO1‐dependent neurotoxic kynurenine metabolism induced by microglia functions in PSD pathogenesis. The beneficial effect of aripiprazole on depressive‐like behavior and cognitive impairment may be mediated by inhibition of IDO1, HAAO, QUIN, and ROS.
Complete Heart Block in a Diabetic Patient with a Preexisting LBBB and Normal Coronaries, Paradoxically Responding to Atropine
Authors: Ioakeimidis Nikolaos S. , Valasiadis Dimitrios , Nanis Lykourgos , Kligkatsis Pantelis , Papastefanou Stefanos
Published: December 2018

We present a case of a complete atrioventricular block (AV block) with different aberrancy patterns during sinus rhythm and escape rhythm. A 66-year-old woman visited our emergency department complaining of sudden onset dizziness and fatigue over the past thirty minutes. Her medical history was remarkable for arterial hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and hypothyroidism. The patient had a known Left Bundle Branch Block (LBBB) on past ECGs. Upon palpation of peripheral pulse, a measurement of 32 beats per minute was obtained. No other sign of hemodynamic instability was present. A 12-Lead ECG revealed a complete heart block with sparse QRS complexes with a Right Bundle Branch Block (RBBB) morphology. Before the insertion of a temporary transvenous pacemaker, atropine was administered intravenously. Shortly after the administration, the patient’s heart rhythm was restored to sinus rhythm (SR) with LBBB. The patient remained hemodynamically stable and in sinus rhythm at the cardiac ICU and was scheduled for implantation of a permanent pacemaker at a specialized tertiary center. Before successful implantation, a coronary angiography revealed normal coronary anatomy with no atherosclerotic lesions.