bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Isparta İl Merkezinde Aile Hekimlerinin Geleneksel ve Tamamlayıcı Tıp Uygulamalarına Yaklaşımı: Kesitsel Bir Çalışma
Authors: ÇIRAK Mürüvet , USKUN Ersin
Published: April 2023

Bu araştırmanın amacı Isparta il merkezinde çalışan aile hekimlerinin geleneksel ve tamamlayıcı tıp (GETAT) uygulamalarına yaklaşımlarının değerlendirilmesidir. Analitik kesitsel tipteki araştırmanın evreni, Isparta il merkezindeki aile sağlığı merkezlerinde görev yapan aile hekimleridir (N=87). Çalışmada evrenin tümüne ulaşılması hedeflenmiş ve 68 kişiye ulaşılmıştır (%78,2). Veriler anket kullanılarak toplanmış, analizde tanımlayıcı istatistikler ve ki-kare testi kullanılmıştır. Katılımcıların % 32,4’ü tıpta uzmanlık eğitimi almış hekimlerden oluşmaktadır. Araştırma grubunun % 69,1’ini 45 yaş üstü hekimler oluşturmaktadır ve % 38,2’si kronik bir hastalığa sahiptir. Hekimlerin %44,1’i GETAT uygulamalarına ilgi duymaktadır. GETAT uygulamalarından en az birini kendisi kullandığını belirtenler grubun %29,4’ünü oluşturmaktadır. Hekimlerin %57,4’ü hastalarına bu yöntemleri önermektedir. GETAT uygulamalarını hastalarına önerme düzeyi son bir yıl içinde tedavi gerektiren bir hastalığı olanlarda (%65,5), olmayanlardan (%41,0) yüksektir (p=0,046). Aile hekimlerinin yalnız %7,4’ünün (n:5) GETAT uygulamalarından biri için sertifikası bulunmakta, %57,4’ü (n:39) sertifikalı eğitim almak istemektedir. En çok bilinen ve önerilen yöntem akupunktur, en çok kullanılan yöntem ise kupa uygulamasıdır. GETAT uygulamalarını bilme, kullanma, önerme gibi durumlarının, hekimlerdeki düzeyini ve etkileyen faktörleri belirlemeye yönelik daha çok çalışmaya gereksinim vardır.
Rezension von: Architektur in Baden-Württemberg 2003
Authors: Langner Bernd
Published: April 2023

Architektur in Baden-Württemberg 2003. Herausgegeben vom Bund Deutscher Architekten, Landesverband Baden-Württemberg, Bd. 7. Karl Krämer Verlag Stuttgart 2003. 352 Seiten mit ca. 480 Plänen und Farbabbildungen. Klappenbroschur € 25,-. ISBN 3-7828-4040-2
Chapitre 5 : Ondes électromagnétiques et santé
Authors: Blanc Guillaume , Noûs Camille
Published: April 2023

L’objectif de ce chapitre est de comprendre comment les ondes électromagnétiques nonionisantes interagissent avec la matière et avec le corps humain, pour faire le point sur lesrisques pour la santé.
Meeting Professional Development Needs of Architects: Models for Integrating BIM into Education Programs
Authors: Çapkın Hatidža
Published: April 2023

There is a need for innovation in the education and further professional development of architects which will enable them acquire and develop the future-oriented knowledge and skills. In the knowledge society, learning takes place in an array of different contexts and lasts as long as an individual is keen on developing new knowledge or skills. However, initial preparation through university programs is essential for the professionalization of the field and development of professional identity in an individual. Yet, university is traditionally resistant and sceptic to changes, especially those coming from the industry or other market-oriented sectors. This makes university experts search for suitable models of introducing innovations. This paper discusses the models questioned in relation to the introduction of the Building Information Modelling (BIM) in architectural education. It is considered a paradigmatic change in engineering education, which requires specific capacities for its successful implementation in the education programs. Three models are discussed; BIM in education frameworks, stand-alone BIM courses, and BIM in the design studio.
Infographics: Teaching and Learning Tool
Authors: Mohd Noh Mohd Amin , Mohd Fauzi Mohd Salihin Hafizi , Jing Hoo Fang , Alias Mohd Faeez
Published: April 2023

This study examined the use of infographics as a tool for facilitating learning among Graphic Design and Digital Media learners at UiTM Melaka. The study involved ninety-nine learners with similar demographic background who were selected using simple random sampling method. The data collection is based on methodology using quantitative and descriptive statistics. These were derived from a set of questionnaire which is the main instrument. This instrument has undergone content validity as well as the reliability testing. A pilot study was conducted with the results of 0.884 of Cronbach‘s Alpha. The findings suggested that the main learning problems encountered by learners was to execute instructors‘ assignment without proper guidelines while others found that the use of too many slides in presentation and too wordy information presented by instructors were a hindrance to their classroom learning. Besides, the study also discovered that all infographics‘ features including the use of images and symbols, good design, attractive colours, concise texts and diagram or chart can encouraged learners to understand better any learning information delivered through it. Finally, infographics application for facilitating their learning sessions was appreciated mostly due to the high suitability of infographics to make information concise and coherent, to enhance creativity and productivity, and to improve understanding and concentration in the learning session. Therefore, infographics should be promoted as one of the tools to ease learners‘ problems in learning especially those that involve learners with the tendency of having visual literacy abilities.
Strategi Pembelajaran Kosa Kata dan Penguasaan Pengetahuan Kosa Kata Arab dalam Kalangan Pelajar STAM
Authors: Kamaruddin Nur Naimah Akmar , Baharudin Harun
Published: April 2023

This study was conducted to investigate the relationship of Vocabulary Learning Strategy (VLS) with vocabulary knowledge. The sample consisted of 260 students of Sijil Tinggi Agama Menengah (STAM) in different SABK in Selangor. The study used correlation method with descriptive approach. Two instruments were used; 1) questionnaire  on  Arabic  Vocabulary  Learning  Strategies  and  2)  test  on  Arabic  vocabulary  knowledge.  The questionnaire was adapted based on questionnaire vocabulary learning strategies al-Shuwairekh (2001). The questionnaire consisted of 77 questions of seven categories of vocabulary learning, namely non-dictionary strategies for discovering the meanings of new words, dictionary use, note taking, memorization, practice, metacognitive strategies and expanding lexical knowledge. As for Arabic vocabulary knowledge, 40 samples taken from the test word of Arabic Vocabulary Test (TAV) (Harun, 2014) using Vocabulary Knowledge Scale (VKS) (Paribakht & Wesche, 1993). Both of these instruments have surpassed the validity and reliability. The survey was analysed using two types of statistics – descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings showed a significant correlation between the application of VLS and knowledge of Arabic vocabulary.
Abstrak
Kajian ini bertujuan meneroka hubungan antara strategi pembelajaran kosa kata (SPK) dengan penguasaan aspek pengetahuan kosa kata Arab. Sampel kajian melibatkan 260 orang pelajar Sijil Tinggi Agama Menengah (STAM) di SABK di negeri Selangor. Kajian ini adalah satu kajian korelasi yang bersifat deskriptif. Dua instruman digunakan iaitu 1) soal selidik Strategi Pembelajaran Kosa Kata Arab dan 2) ujian tahap pengetahuan kosa kata Arab. Soal selidik telah diadaptasi berdasarkan soal selidik strategi pembelajaran kosa kata al-Shuwairekh (2001). Soal selidik ini mengandungi 77 soalan yang meliputi tujuh strategi utama SPK iaitu strategi bukan kamus, strategi kamus, strategi mengambil nota, strategi hafalan, strategi praktis, strategi meta kognitif dan strategi mengembangkan pengetahuan kosa kata. Bagi mengukur pengetahuan kosa kata Arab, sebanyak 40 sampel perkataan diambil daripada ujian Test of Arabic Vocabulary (TAV) (Harun, 2014) dengan menggunakan format Vocabulary Knowledge Scale (VKS) (Paribakht & Wesche, 1993). Kedua-dua instrumen ini telah melepasi proses kesahan dan kebolehpercayaan. Penganalisisan data kajian menggunakan dua jenis statistik iaitu statistik deskriptif dan inferensi. Dapatan utama kajian ini mendapati bahawa terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara penggunaan strategi pembelajaran kosa kata (SPK) dengan pengetahuan kosa kata Arab secara keseluruhan.
Self Control and Its Implications Towards Academic Performance
Authors: Abd Rahman Siti Syuhada , Md Shamsudin Suhaily
Published: April 2023

Student motivation and engagement play an important role in learning and academic achievement. Closely related to motivation is self-discipline, the ability of students to monitor and control their own behaviors. Students who are highly self-disciplined may be able to better focus on long-term goals and make better choices related to academic engagement. This concept paper aims to explore the concept of self-control that can be applied to promote students’ motivation thus increase their behaviour and performance towards academic excellence.  Specifically, it aims to examine the human level of existence from the Islamic perspective. Findings from this study suggest that the extent of self-control and the level of human existence are related to individual’ level of religiosity.  Students that have mutmainna level of existence have high spiritual conscientiousness thus have the capability and capacity to control their behaviour towards academic excellence.
Penghayatan Pelajar Terhadap Nilai Islam dalam Kalangan Pelajar Malaysian Aviation Training Academy (MATA), Kuantan
Authors: Jamar Annasaii , Mansor Fatin Nazmin , Che Noh Mohd Aderi
Published: April 2023

This study aims to identify the level of understanding and practicing Islamic values among students of Malaysian Aviation Training Academy. This study is in the form of a survey using adapted questionnaires that have been certified by two expert assessors in history education field whom are experienced and have good reliability value. A total of 169 students currently studying Aircraft Engineering License Course (Cat B 1.1) and Aircraft Technician License Course (Cat A 1.1) were involved in this study selected through simple - random sampling technique. The finding of the study showed that the level of understanding on Islamic values is at high level. However, the level of Islamic values practices among students is at moderate level. The implication of this study have suggested that educators should exhibit innovative approaches and methods in line with the development of 21st century learning strategies to develop good personality among students.
Abstrak
Kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti tahap penghayatan nilai Islam dalam kalangan pelajar di Malaysian Aviation Training Academy. Kajian ini berbentuk tinjauan dengan menggunakan soal selidik yang diadaptasi yang telah disahkan oleh dua orang pakar penilai dalam bidang pendidikan sejarah yang berpengalaman dan mempunyai nilai kebolehpercayaan yang baik. Seramai 169 orang pelajar yang mengikuti kursus lesen kejuruteraan pengendalian pesawat (Cat B1.1) dan kursus lesen juruteknik pengendalian pesawat (Cat A1.1) melalui teknik persampelan bertujuan-rawak mudah terlibat dalam kajian ini. Hasil dapatan kajian ini menunjukkan bahawa tahap kefahaman terhadap nilai Islam berada pada tahap tinggi. Namun begitu, tahap pengamalan pelajar terhadap nilai Islam berada pada tahap sederhana. Implikasi kajian ini telah mencadangkan bahawa pendidik perlulah mempratikkan pendekatan dan kaedah didikan yang inovatif selaras dengan perkembangan strategi pembelajaran abad ke-21 untuk membangunkan sahsiah pelajar yang baik.
Assessing Hiking Preparedness And The Need Of Hiprep-My Model Development Among Malaysian Hiker: A Pilot Study
Authors: Johannis Nik Jazwiri , Mohd Yassin Mazuki , Shafie Mohd Shariman , Mohd Said Omar Firdaus , Ariffin Azli , A. Rahman Muhammad Wafi , Mohd Sidi M.Adli
Published: April 2023

The implementation of a pilot study usually related to the validity and reliability of the instrument. Thus, the main purpose of this pilot study is to validate and test the reliability of the Hiking Preparedness Questionnaire which will be used as an instrument in the Need Analysis Phase in Design and Development Research (DDR) of HiPrep-My Model. This instrument consisted an adapted questionnaire from other researcher and has been modified to meet the need of Hiking Preparedness Model in Malaysia (HiPrep-My). This pilot study was implemented based on determined procedure and follow the standard of instrumentation. It involves three basic stages: pre-pilot study, during-pilot study and post-pilot study. At the first stage, all picked items of questionnaires that have been taken from other researchers went through the back-to-back translation procedure. Additional questions were added also in this stage. At the second stage, the modified questionnaire have been pilot tested among 30 hikers, (n=30) to get the validity and reliability of the items. At the final stage, the reliability evaluation of overall items was determined by the value of Cronbach’s alpha. Hence, the instrument has obtained a validity and reliability when overall items of the questionnaire shown an alpha value of .707 (α=0.707). As a results, this pilot study accomplished and the instrument can be used in the main study as a first phase of developing the HiPrep-My Model.
Let's Simmatch: An Interactive and Fun Method in Learning Arabic (Hija'yyah) Letters
Authors: Abdul Shukor Fatin Sabrina , Abdul Aziz Roslina , Supian Suzaini Harmiruslin , Md Din Norlaila
Published: April 2023

Language barrier and conventional methods are among the factors that contribute to the challenges in learning Qur’an recitation among young Muslims in Malaysia. This has led to the creation of SIMMATCH, a teaching method in which learners were introduced to Hija’yyah (Arabic) letters by associating them to similar sounding objects that bear almost similar shapes to the letters. The SIMMATCH method was developed by integrating the VARK (Visual, Audio, Reading/Writing, Kinesthetic) modalities. In order to determine the effectiveness of SIMMATCH method, it was piloted to 25 preschoolers from a public school in the district of Jerantut in Pahang, Malaysia. The study adopted a collaborative action research approach and data were obtained by means of a pretest and two posttests. Data were analyzed using SPSS 25 and the results of the t-test indicate significant difference in the mean of the pretest and posttest 1 and 2; p<0.004, p<0.000 respectively, suggesting overall effectiveness of the SIMMATCH method in increasing learners’ ability to recognize and memorize Hija’yyah letters. The study concludes that the SIMMATCH method has great potential in preparing young learners to the mastery of Hija’yyah letters.
Manusia Daripada Sudut Pandang AL-Ghazali: Telaah Kitab Kimiya' Al-Saadah
Authors: Abas Mohd Khir Johari , Yusof Aida Soraya
Published: April 2023

An effective counselling process depends heavily on the knowledge and skills that a counsellor possesses. This covers the knowledge of the assumptions of a theory relating to the view of human nature which is covered in theory practiced. In this study the researcher utilised the qualitative methodology of content analysis using Mayring data analytics. Mayring Procedure consists of conclusion method (Summary), interpretation (Explication) and Structuring. Generally humans consist of two elements which are physical and spiritual. In Kimiya' al-Sa'adah, Al-Ghazali focuses more on spiritual than physical. This is in line with his concept of knowledge, which are physical and spiritual knowledge. The knowledge of physical is related to human interaction, including worship and other limb activities. Meanwhile spiritual knowledge is related to the muamalah (dealing with) heart. Spiritual elements are also the main momentum or drivers of bodily activity. There are several terms used by al-Ghazali to explain the viewpoint towards view of human nature in the book Kimiya’ al-Saadah, among them are physical, nafs, qalb, ‘aql and ruh.
Abstrak
Proses kaunseling yang berkesan sangat bergantung kepada pengetahuan dan kemahiran-kemahiran yang dimiliki oleh seseorang kaunselor. Ini meliputi pengetahuan tentang andaian sesebuah teori berkaitan sudut pandang terhadap manusia (view of human nature) yang terangkum dalam teori yang diamalkan. Dalam kajian ini pengkaji menggunakan metod kualitatif analisis kandungan (Qualitative Content Analysis) dengan menggunakan analisis data Mayring. Prosedur Mayring terdiri daripada kaedah kesimpulan (Summary), tafsiran (Explication) dan penstrukturan (Structuring). Secara umumnya manusia terdiri daripada dua unsur iaitu fizikal (jasad) dan spiritual (roh). Dalam Kimiya’ al-Sa’adah, Al-Ghazali lebih memberikan tumpuan terhadap spiritual (roh) berbanding fizikal. Ini selari dengan konsep beliau berkaitan ilmu, iaitu ilmu zahir dan ilmu batin. Ilmu zahir adalah berkaitan dengan interaksi manusia, merangkumi ibadah dan aktiviti anggota badan yang lain. Manakala ilmu batin berkaitan dengan muamalah hati. Elemen spiritual juga adalah momentum atau pendorong utama terhadap aktiviti anggota badan. Ada beberapa istilah yang digunakan oleh al-Ghazali bagi menjelaskan tentang sudut pandang terhadap manusia (view of human nature) dalam kitab Kimiya’ al-Saadah, antaranya jasad, nafs, qalb, ‘aql dan ruh.
Teknik Peer Instruction Dengan Penggunaan Sumber-Sumber Sejarah Terhadap Pencapaian Pemikiran Sejarah dan Kekekalannya
Authors: M. Kaviza
Published: April 2023

The experimental study aimed to identify the effect of Peer Instruction techniques with using of historical sources towards historical thinking achievement and its retention among students. A total of 25 form four students through the purposive sampling technique are involved as the sample in this study. This historical thinking achievement test which has been adapted and verified by content matter experts and has good reliability value was research instrument are used in this study. The data were analysed descriptively and inferred such as One Way ANOVA test with repeated measures through IBM SPSS software. The findings indicated that Peer Instruction techniques with using of historical resources is significantly effective on historical thinking achievement and its retention among students. The implications of this study have suggested that Peer Instruction techniques with using of historical resources as innovative history pedagogy which potential implemented at all level of schools.
ABSTRAK
Kajian eksperimental ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti kesan teknik Peer Instruction dengan penggunaan sumber-sumber sejarah terhadap pencapaian pemikiran sejarah dan kekekalannya dalam kalangan murid. Seramai 25 orang murid Tingkatan Empat melalui teknik persampelan bertujuan telah dipilih sebagai sampel dalam kajian ini. Instrumen kajian ini merupakan ujian pencapaian pemikiran sejarah yang telah diadaptasi dan disahkan pakar penilai dan mempunyai nilai kebolehpercayaan yang baik. Data kajian ini dianalisis secara deskriptif dan inferensi iaitu ujian ANOVA sehala dengan pengukuran berulang melalui perisian IBM SPSS. Dapatan kajian ini menunjukkan teknik Peer Instruction dengan penggunaan sumber-sumber sejarah adalah berkesan secara signifikan terhadap pencapaian pemikiran sejarah dan kekekalannya dalam kalangan murid. Implikasi kajian ini telah mencadangkan teknik Peer Instruction dengan penggunaan sumber-sumber sejarah sebagai kaedah pengajaran sejarah yang inovatif yang boleh dilaksanakan pada semua peringkat persekolahan.
Meaning In Life and Workplace Spirituality as Intervention on Psychological Well-Being of Private Preschool Teachers in Malaysia
Authors: Shuen C. , Zhooriyati S. M.
Published: April 2023

The increased level of stress and job turnover rate among private preschool teachers in Malaysia has led to low psychological well-being. Based on previous research, it is suggested that meaning in life and workplace spirituality can contribute positively to an individual’s psychological well-being. The objective of this research is to understand the effect of meaning in life and workplace spirituality on preschool teacher’s psychological well-being and therefore introduce them as possible interventions for Malaysian preschool teachers’ psychological well-being. A qualitative approach with phenomenological design was adopted in this study, and online semi-structured interviews were conducted to collect data from eight participants who were recruited from private preschools in Malaysia. This study found that factors that help preschool teachers to develop their meaning in life and psychological well-being included having harmonious passion and social support from their family and friends. Besides, meaningful work, sense of connection with others, alignment with preschool’s values and perceived organizational support are elements from workplace spirituality that can also increase preschool teachers’ psychological well-being.
Evaluation of Blended Learning Readiness Among Newly Admitted Learners at Distance Learning Institute (DLI) University of Lagos, Nigeria
Authors: Modebelu Obiageli Josephine , Oladele Esther Oluwasayo
Published: April 2023

Blended learning is an alternative for providing quality education to learners at the tertiary level of education. As a result, the study aims to assess the blended learning readiness among newly admitted learners of 2017/2018 session of Distance Learning Institute (DLI), University of Lagos. Stratified random sampling was adopted to select 318 (155 male and 163 female) learners from the population. The instrument used for data collection was a 4-point Likert scale structured questionnaire titled Blended Learning Readiness Questionnaire (BLRQ) to elicit information from the learners. The instrument was adapted from St. Andrew’s College Online Learning Readiness Assessment. To ascertain the reliability of the instrument, a Cronbach Alpha value of 0.79 was obtained. 300 copies of properly filled questionnaire were used for the analysis. Mean score answered the research questions and the criterion mean was taken as 2.50. While the t-test was used to test the hypothesis at 0.05 significance level. Analysis of research questions revealed that most of the newly admitted learners have self-direction towards their learning. Findings showed that learners possess good study habit and are ready for this mode of learning. The result from the hypothesis revealed a significant difference in the perception of students on the use of blended learning approach based on gender. Findings of this study will benefit the Management of Distance Learning Institute as well as learners; that are actually not ready for the blended or online mode of learning which could lead to frustrations and eventually to failures or high attrition rates.
An investigation of causes, effects and ways of curbing indecent dressing among students of colleges of education in Ilorin, Nigeria
Authors: Hassan Abdulkareem BIBIRE , Sanni Abdulkareem BIBIRE , Ahmod Abolore YUSUF , Saleh Nasir IBRAHIM
Published: April 2023

Indecent dressing among students on the campuses of higher learning in Nigeria, colleges of education inclusive seems to be the attitudes of some students which may necessitate rape, harassment and other social problems prevalent in the society. To this end, this paper examined the causes, effects and ways of curbing indecent dressing among students of Colleges of Education in Ilorin, Nigeria. Descriptive research method was adopted for the study. A total number of twenty five (25) Islamic Studies lecturers and one hundred and seventy five Islamic Studies students were adopted as the sample for the study. Purposive sample and simple random sampling techniques were used to select the samples. Questionnaire was designed for the purpose of collecting relevant information from the respondents. Three research questions were raised and answered. The findings of the study revealed that poor parenting, wrong use of internet and negative influence of per group among others are the causes of indecent dressing. Sexual harassment, ritual killing and sin against God and humanity are some of the effects of indecent dressing. Role model on the part of parents, dress code and mass media among others are some of the ways of curbing indecent dressing. Based on the findings, it was recommended that, college management should organize enlightenment programme on morality and strict adherence to our cultural norms. Also, college management should enact and implement law on indecent dresses and ensure strict compliance by the students. Besides, religious unit or department in the colleges of education should organize enlightenment programmes to educate students about indecent dressing.
Keywords: Causes, Effects, Indecent dresses, decent dresses, Students of colleges of education
Tahap profesionalisme guru sekolah rendah agama jabatan agama islam wilayah persekutuan terhadap amalan perancangan pengajaran
Authors: Muhamad Norhisham , Izhar Nur Haiza , Mohd Nawi Muhammad Zulazizi
Published: April 2023

Kajian ini dijalankan bagi mengenal pasti tahap profesionalisme guru sekolah rendah agama Jabatan Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (JAWI) terhadap amalan perancangan pengajaran. Secara umumnya, reka bentuk kajian ini adalah kajian kuantitatif dan instrumen kajian yang digunakan ialah dalam bentuk set soal selidik. Di samping itu, bilangan sampel kajian yang diambil adalah seramai 274 responden yang terdiri daripada guru-guru Sekolah Rendah Agama (SRA) JAWI di Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur. Data kuantitatif ini dianalisis secara deskriptif melalui perisian SPSS, versi 22 untuk mendapatkan kekerapan, peratus, min dan sisihan piawai. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan tahap profesionalisme guru SRA-JAWI di Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur berdasarkan amalan perancangan pengajaran berada pada tahap tinggi (M=4.40, SP=0.32). Implikasi kajian ini dapat menjadi panduan kepada guru-guru yang lain dalam usaha menambahbaik amalan perancangan pengajaran dalam bidang masing-masing dan mampu menghasilkan pengajaran yang berkesan dan berkualiti. Sebagai kesimpulannya, kualiti amalan perancangan pengajaran guru SRA-JAWI di Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur perlu dikekalkan agar kecemerlangan pendidikan berterusan dan mampu berdaya saing di persada antarabangsa.
Kata kunci: Tahap Profesionalisme, Guru Pendidikan Islam, Sekolah Rendah Agama, Amalan Perancangan Pengajaran
Arabic teaching and learning strategies through SMALL: challenges and importance during COVID-19
Authors: Norul 'Azmi Nor Azhan , Zakaria Noor Shamshinar
Published: April 2023

Communication skills and use of technology are considered among the pillars to the teaching effectiveness and facilitation of teachers in the digital age. Both of these elements have been identified as a skill and knowledge that is vital to be mastered by most teachers especially generation X. Therefore, this concept paper discusses teachers’ strategies in the implementation of taeching and learning process (TLP) of Arabic through Social Media Assisted Language Learning (SMALL). This article explains the challenges and importances of using current technology among teachers when virtually implementing TLP. The findings of this study suggest that teachers who teach traditionally need to correct weaknesses in communication skills and technology application first. Teachers cannot avoid following the current changes of TLP of this new era because the demands and needs of technology in education are constantly changing over time. This is because it will be more difficult in the event of a push where TLP is conducted online such as the occurrence of natural disasters and disease outbreaks. Thus, training on the use of technology should be continuously implemented so that the teaching objectives can be achieved optimally and students feel excited to follow the class.
Keyword: Arabic, Social Media, Communication, Online Teaching Technology
Tahap kesediaan guru dalam pelaksanaan pengajaran dan pembelajaran di rumah (PdPR): kajian tinjauan di salah sebuah sekolah kelolaan Yayasan Pendidikan Islam Selangor (YAPIS)
Authors: Madzalan Julia , Ilias Mohd Faeez , Jamar Annasaii , Basir Hasrol , Mohd Pisol Mohd Izzuddin
Published: April 2023

Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran di Rumah (PdPR) merupakan satu inisiatif Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) dalam meneruskan pelaksanan Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran (PdP) secara dalam talian. Walaupun negara dilanda pandemik COVID-19, proses pendidikan tetap diteruskan atas cadangan dan usaha pihak berkepentingan dalam memastikan institusi pendidikan dapat beroperasi seperti sebelumnya. Pelaksanaan PdPR dilihat memberi impak yang positif kepada pelajar, namun tidak kurang juga kesannya kepada guru yang mengendalikan proses pengajaran dan pembelajaran. Oleh yang demikian, kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenalpasti tahap kesediaan guru dalam pelaksanaan PdPR dan mengenalpasti tahap pengetahuan guru dalam pelaksanaan PdPR. Dapatan kajian diperolehi menggunakan instrumen soal selidik yang diedarkan kepada 22 orang guru di salah sebuah sekolah swasta kelolaan Yayasan Pendidikan Selangor (YAPIS). Dapatan kajian dianalisis secara deskriptif terhadap item-item bagi konstruk tahap kesediaan dalam pelaksanaan PdPR. Secara keseluruhannya, dapatan kajian ini memberi impak kepada kompetensi diri dalam melaksanakan PdPR yang dijangka berterusan walaupun sesi persekolahan bersemuka akan dilaksanakan dalam masa terdekat. Dapatan kajian ini juga memberi manfaat kepada pihak pengurusan sekolah dalam merancang latihan dalam perkhidmatan bagi memantapkan pengetahuan dan kemahiran guru dalam melaksanakan PdPR.
The relationship between private cost and demand of secondary education in secondary schools, Ilorin metropolis Kwara State, Nigeria
Authors: Murtala Abdulyaqin Tukur  , Abdulmumin Abubakar Lawal  , Adedapo Adetiba Atolagbe
Published: April 2023

It has been observed that parents struggled to send their children to public secondary schools in Ilorin, which may likely be as a result of the expected private cost to be borne by the parents. In view of this paper examined the relationship between private cost and demand for secondary education, in secondary schools in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara State Nigeria.  The objectives of the paper include among others; to identify the cost incurred, and attitude of parents on the education of their children in secondary school, and the relationship between private cost and demand for secondary education in public secondary schools in Ilorin metropolis. Three research questions were raised on; cost incurred and attitude of parents, as well as the relationship between private cost and demand for secondary education in Ilorin metropolis. The study adopted quantitative research method. The study found out that; parents spend must on tuition fee and least on damage fee, while parents’ attitude towards secondary education of their children was found to be positive and there was significant relationship between private cost and demand for secondary education in public secondary schools in Ilorin metropolis. It was recommended among others that; Government should increase its investment secondary education this would assist in lessen the bothering of parents on the payment of some private cost.
Use of authentic texts in EFL context: A model for B1 level students
Authors: Singh Amrendra Kumar
Published: April 2023

The use of authentic texts has been increasingly popular as valid and effective tools in ES/EFL context. The present paper suggests a model wherein authentic texts play a significant role in enhancing the motivation, and active participation of the B1 level learners. Texts from BBC news reports have served as the bases for the present paper, and have interestingly been used for designing activities, and prompts to enhance learners’ reading, speaking, and writing skills; listening activities can also be designed in the light of texts. The target group addressed in the paper is Arab EFL learners in Saudi Arabian context. This model may serve the purpose of a blueprint for the instructors to enhance their teaching experience and the learning experience of the learners.
The effectiveness of gamification in learning Arabic cohesive devices
Authors: Mohd Ismath Nurul Hanilah , Jalil Siti Zubaidah , Tg Abdul Rahman Tg Ainul Farha
Published: April 2023

This research aims to identify the effectiveness of gamification in learning Arabic Cohesive Devices. Gamification refers to the application of game mechanics in non-game environments with the aim of enhancing the enacted processes and the experience of its participants. The researcher used the qualitative descriptive approach and distributed the questionnaire using a survey method to 50 first- and second-year students from the University Sains Islam Malaysia. The questionnaire was distributed to the sample members through Google Form. Then, the researcher collected the data and used SPSS to analyze it and extract the arithmetic means and standard deviations. From the search results, Gamification has a positive effect on students in higher education, especially in learning a foreign language, and through it, the process of learning Arabic Cohesive Devices increases the students' motivation. Finally, gamification provides the opportunity for learners to engage with content in an effective, informal learning environment.
The digital move for psychological appointments during and beyond the Covid-Pandemic
Authors: Price Courteney , Masud Saima
Published: April 2023

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought much unpredictability, uncertainty, and created huge disruption in society. This has posed challenges to the provision of mental health services and seen unprecedented changes to standard clinical practice. This article, based on survey data from both clients and clinicians, reflects on the implementation of remote appointments in an adult psychological therapy service.
Relationship between Gender and Academic Procrastination amongst Postgraduate Students in Anambra State
Authors: Ubawuike Uchechi N , Ebenebe Rose C
Published: April 2023

Objective: In Anambra State where there are two public universities that have postgraduate schools, postgraduate students have been observed procrastinating by the nature of their activities. This led to examining the relationship between gender and academic procrastination amongst postgraduate students in Anambra State in this study. Methods: A research question and a hypothesis guided the study. The study adopted a correlational research design and was carried out at Nnamdi Azikiwe University and Chukwuemeka Odimegwu Ojukwu, Igboariam, both in Anambra State. The study population consists of 1,862 students, comprising all Masters and Doctorate students of the 2017/2018 academic session. The number of 2017/2018 postgraduate students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka are 1,088 while those in Chukwuemeka Odimegwu Ojukwu Igbariam is 774. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the sample, which comprises 329 postgraduate students. The instrument for data collection was Academic Procrastination Scale (APS). The instrument was an adopted instrument. McCloskey originally developed the 25-item APS in 2011. The research question was answered using mean and standard deviation, while the hypothesis was tested, using z-test. Results: Findings indicated that there is no meaningful relationship between male and female academic procrastination of postgraduate students. Conclusion: It was concluded that male and female postgraduate students procrastinate in their academic endeavours.
Mach's Denial of Absolute Time
Authors: Slavov Matias
Published: April 2023

Mach repudiated Newton's argument for absolute time. He denied there is such a thing as time itself that exists independently of any external change. In doing so, Mach failed to appreciate Newton's scientific practice. Absolute time is intrinsically related to Newton's laws of motion and the method of fluxions. Commentators have noted similarities between Mach's rejection of Newtonian time and his rejection of the independent existence of atoms. In this article, it shall be argued that the juxtaposition of absolute time and the atomic theory is unsound. Mach had good reasons to question the existence of substantial time, and he went on to provide an alternative, ontologically relational account. Whereas his dismissal of atoms can be seen as a questionable form of “phenomenalism” or “positivism,” this is not the case regarding his position on time.
Comparison of changes in different characteristics of Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) flour stored under ambient (27 °C) and refrigerated (4 °C) conditions
Authors:   Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Malki Susanga , Wijesinghe Amani ,   Department of Bio-systems Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Ratnayake Kamani ,   Department of Horticulture and Landscape Gardening, Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Thilakarathna Gayan ,   Department of Animal and Food Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama Jaffna Road, Anuradhapura
Published: April 2023

Arrowroot (Maranta arundincea) is an underutilized gluten-free flour source in Sri Lanka. The purpose of this study was aimed to evaluate the physicochemical properties and microbiological safety of arrowroot flour while it was stored at room temperature (27 °C) and refrigerated (4 °C) for a year. Moisture content (%), water activity (aw), colour in L*a*b* values, and microbial load (log cfu/g) were assessed. Before storage, arrowroot flour was extracted from rhizomes and packed into LDPE bags. The moisture content, water activity, and colour of arrowroot flour were found to be significantly affected by storage conditions. The moisture content and water activity of flour stored under both conditions increased, while L* values decreased over time. Microbial growth was also observed, with ambient storage having a higher microbial load than refrigerated storage. The study contributes to the development of quality standards for arrowroot flour by providing important information on its shelf life. It also emphasizes the significance of refrigerated storage conditions to ensure the safety and quality of arrowroot flour for consumption.
Renewable Energy, Trade and Economic Growth on Nitrous Oxide Emission in G-7 Countries Using Panel ARDL Approach
Authors: Usman Muhammad , Rahman Saif Ur , Shafique Muhammad Rehman , Sadiq Awais , Idrees Sadia
Published: April 2023

This study's objective is to evaluate the influences of numerous variables, including trade openness, renewable energy, and gross domestic product, on nitrous oxide emissions from 1990 to 2022. The Kao and Pedroni result demonstrates that the variables are cointegrated. This study the relationships between renewable energy, GDP, and trade openness on CO2 emission in G-7 nations. Using the Panel ARDL approach, the results show that, in the long run, there is a positive and significant correlation between GDP and trade openness on nitrous oxide emission in G-7 countries. Additionally, there is an insignificant but positive link between renewable energy and N2O emissions. Our proposal to political leaders and government officials is that they should strongly encourage foreign investors to participate in the production of clean and renewable energy, such as green energy, rather than conventional energy, in order to both support the activities of our economy and promote environmental stability. The government has to impose rigorous environmental laws and regulations, as well as come up with incentives for people to follow those policies, in order to enhance the overall quality of the environment.
Effects of Structural Inequalities and Misleading Discourse of Social Policymakers on African American families in God Help the Child
Authors: Ahmed Abrar , Ahmed Bilal , Awan Zafar Nazeer
Published: April 2023

In sociological and anthropological studies of African American family formation and development, racial hierarchies, criminal violence, social policies, and systemic disparities are often ignored. This study emphasizes the gradual development of consequences of xenophobic attitude of the society that stigmatizes African American family culture in the United States. The prevalent approach in social sciences was to blame the victim on certain group membership or racial specification such as color, background, and physical traits. These structural inconsistencies have been undervalued or studied only occasionally and irregularly. This is qualitative study that analysis Toni Morrison’s Gold Help the Child in the light of a rethinking history, a postmodern notion. The textual analysis of the selected text reveals that that formative policy makers focused on Black people’s violence and individual level incongruities but ignored their fundamental problems and latent potentialities. The finding further shows that the lack of structural and systematic analysis misled the discourse of policy makers and more precisely often justified black violence that reflects cultural inferiority and unique experiences of legitimatizing all kinds of violence and negativity propogated against them.
Does Employee’s Green Commitments and Green Attitude Mediate the Relationship of Green HRM Practices and Pro-Environmental Behaviour: Evidence from TEVT Sector Southern Punjab, Pakistan
Authors: Hayyat Asghar , Khan Hassan Ali , Shafiq Muhammad Aqib , Rehman Dr. Zia-ur- , Ziaullah Dr. Muhammad
Published: April 2023

This study explored how employees’ green commitments and attitudes strengthen the impact of Green Human Resource Management Practices (GHRMPs) on the Pro-environmental behavior (Pro-EB) of TEVT graduates & trainers at the workplace. The Technical Education and Vocational Training (TEVT) sector is now focusing on developing strategic, environmentally sustainable policies to develop their employee’s commitments & attitudes toward ecologically friendly activities. Using a convenient sampling technique, data was collected from 286 TEVT Trainers and TEVT graduates, and extracted results after applying PLS-SEM and Bootstrapping analysis showed that Green Human Resource Management Practices through Employee Green Commitments and Employee Green Attitude have a significant positive impact on pro-environmental behaviour. This study provides greater insight for policymakers on developing strong green commitments and attitudes among TEVT Trainers and graduates to achieve sustainable, environmentally friendly behavior at workplace and training institutes. Further in-depth analysis is therefore recommended based on PLS prediction (Q2) results by the addition of another variable.
Teachers’ Perception regarding Implementation of Quality Assurance Practices at University level in Pakistan
Authors: Ali Shahbaz , Ashraf Samina
Published: April 2023

Exploring the teachers’ perception regarding implementation of quality assurance practices at university level was the aim of the in hand research. The main objective was knowing about teachers’ awareness regarding components of quality assurance and their implementation at departments level in university of the Punjab. It was descriptive research based on cross-sectional survey design in nature by applying quantitative research approach. Population for the present study was comprised all public universities which were situated in Pakistan. Data was gathered from 300 teachers who were working in 36 departments of University of the Punjab who selected by applying purposive sampling technique via self-developed questionnaire. The gathered data was arranged, coded and entered into computer for analysis. Data was analyzed with the help of SPSS (V.22) software by applying inferential and descriptive statistics. It was found that majority of the teachers were well aware about written mission statement, quality assurance office at department level, and quality assurance office at university components but minority of them were not aware about quality assurance policy, quality manual, and hold of self-assessment periodically. It is recommended that HEC should advise university to arrange extra seminars, conferences and workshops at department/ institution level to reassure involvement for good practice of teaching and quality assurance practices.
A General Study of Fuzzy Co-Pre-Hilbert Spaces
Authors:   Online Islamic University, Department Of Science and Information Technology, Doha, Qatar, Zayood Karla
Published: April 2023

This paper introduces the concepts fuzzy pre-Hilbert spaces and fuzzy co-pre-Hilbert spaces and proves some theorems in this subject. Also, it illustrates many examples to clarify the validity of the new concepts.
Энергетика реликтового микроволнового излучения Вселенной в проблеме космических перелётов
Authors: Авакян С. В. , Баранова Л. А.
Published: April 2023

Представлены результаты исследования энергетических предпосылок для межпланетных/межзвёздных перелетов. Показана возможность использования микроволнового реликтового и солнечного мм-излучения для таких полетов. Учитывается особая, управляющая роль микроволнового поглощения в космических молекулярных облаках при образовании супрамолекулы непосредственно в высоковозбужденном состоянии – «полиатомной ридберговской молекулы». Для практических целей – космических полетов на основе энергии пространства Космоса выдвинут новый термин – квантовый движитель: устройство для преобразования энергии окружающей среды, в том числе микроволнового фонового реликтового излучения Вселенной, в работу по движению космического аппарата. Идея такого движителя включает в себя его сочетание с электрическими и жидкостными ракетными двигателями. Проведено количественное рассмотрение этой идеи на основе сопоставления с аналогами: электроракетными двигателями и двигателем гипотетического звездолёта. Ներկայացված են միջմոլորակային/միջաստղային թռիչքների էներգետիկ նախադրյալների ուսումնասիրության արդյունքները։ Ցույց է տրված նման թռիչքների համար մնացորդային միկրոալիքային և արեգակնային մմ-ճառագայթման օգտագործման հնարավորությունը։ Հաշվի է առնվում միկրոալիքային կլանման հատուկ, վերահսկիչ դերը տիեզերական մոլեկուլային ամպերում անմիջականորեն բարձր գրգռված վիճակում գտնվող գերմոլեկուլի` «բազմատոմ Ռիդբերգի մոլեկուլի» ձևավորման ժամանակ։ Գործնական նպատակների՝ տիեզերական տարածության էներգիայի հիման վրա տիեզերական թռիչքների իրականացման համար առաջարկվել է նոր տերմին՝ քվանտային շարժիչ սարք, որը փոխակերպում է շրջապատող միջավայրի էներգիան, ներառյալ Տիեզերքի միկրոալիքային ֆոնային ճառագայթումը և օգտագործում այն տիեզերանավի շարժման աշխատանքում: Նման շարժիչի գաղափարը ներառում է դրա համադրումը էլեկտրական և հեղուկ հրթիռային շարժիչների հետ։ Այս գաղափարի քանակական դիտարկումն իրականացվել է անալոգների՝ էլեկտրական հրթիռային շարժիչներ և հիպոթետիկ աստղանավերի շարժիչների համեմատության հիման վրա։ The results of the study of energy preconditions for interplanetary/interstellar flights are presented. The possibility of using microwave relic and solar mm-radiation for such flights to Mars is shown. The special, controlling role of microwave absorption in cosmic molecular clouds during the formation of a supramolecule directly in a highly excited state, a «polyatomic Rydberg molecule», is taken into account. For practical purposes – space flights based on the energy of the space of the Cosmos, a new term has been put forward – a quantum propulsor device: a device for converting the energy of the environment, including the microwave relict radiation of the Universe, into work on the movement of a spacecraft. The idea of such a propulsor includes its combination with electric and liquid rocket engines. A quantitative consideration of this idea was carried out on the basis of comparison with analogues: electric rocket engines and the engine of hypothetical starship.