bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Classroom research on Mandarin Foreign Language Learning Via Smartphone Applications
Authors: Chua Nurul Ain , Tajuddin Azza Jauhar Binti Ahmad , Soon Goh Ying , Rashid Roswati Abd. , Zakaria Rosdi , Zaid Che Mohd , Ahmad Mazlina 
Published: June 2020

AbstractMandarin is the most sought-after language due to its rapid economic development. Simultaneously, Mandarin is also becoming arguably the most difficult language in the world especially for those who are not used to the tonal language. Today, the speedy development of the internet and advanced technology has transformed Mandarin educators to accommodate innovation in pedagogy occasioned by the worldwide demand for the acquisition of Mandarin as a foreign language by non-native speakers. Thus, this action research is to investigate to what extent smartphone applications, the latest mobile technology could impact teacher’s pedagogical practice and students’ oral performances. One class of Mandarin non-native learners participated in the study. The triangulation method was used in collecting data. The data from students’ diaries, teacher’s self-reflective journals, focus group interviews and oral assessment were analysed through content and thematic analysis to gauge the impact of the technology integration. The results revealed that, over a four-week intervention period, the students viewed their Mandarin pronunciation and confidence level of oral had improved. But they contradicted the result of oral assessment. In short, Mobile-Assisted Language Learning is a potential approach to address the difficulty of Mandarin. However, to make it a success, the existence factors which facilitated and hindered students’ performance during the technology integration instruction were the most crucial.
Contextualising Maqāṣid al-Sharī’ah and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in the era of the Industrial Revolution 4.0
Authors: Ahmad Abdul Sham bin , Rahim Baidruel Hairiel Abd , Chik Wan Yusof Wan , Mohmmad Mohd Hagia Sofia , Diah Nurazzura Mohammad , Karim Abdul Halim Abdul 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
The Maqāṣid al-Sharī’ah is one of the disciplines that has been given a unique space in various fields of study nowadays. Though a plethora of studies touched on Maqāṣid al-Sharī’ah, it rarely linked to the area of STEM education. This phenomenon is crucial in ensuring that the education world is in the mould of the Maqāṣid al-Sharī’ah while at the same time realising the pure will of the Islamic Legal System. STEM Education in the image of the perfect Maqāṣid al-Sharī’ah is believed to be able to shape and produce good people in the future, especially in driving a very challenging industrial revolution. Through a qualitative approach using document analysis, this study attempts to draw out the basics of education by the Maqāṣid al-Sharī’ah that can form the perfect and proper thinking. Subsequently, the investigation continued by discussing the elements of the Maqāṣid al-Sharī’ah identified in these fundamentals. The paper revealed that four main components identified in this issue, namely, the belief in good faith, noble morals, Sharī’ah-based thinking, and professionalising the world. All of these elements acquired by humans through the process of education. The implication is that the study found that placing the STEM education world in the purview of the Maqāṣid al-Sharī’ah should be an influential agenda of national education to drive and meet the challenges of industrial revolution 4.0. Therefore, this effort should be the attention of the national education policymakers who must involve scholars in the field.
Emerging Truths in Mandarin Mobile-Assisted Language Learning
Authors: Chua Nurul Ain , Tajuddin Azza Jauhar Binti Ahmad , Soon Goh Ying , Shen Dyg Min , Zakaria Rosdi , Almanar Muhammad Abduh , Fatmariana Sri 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Mobile devices and technology integration in teaching and learning are becoming common tools in education. However, not all technology-enhanced instruction is structured in the same manner. At the same time, mobile learning is a comparatively new occurrence and the theoretical fundamental is presently under development. Thus, this paper presents a comprehensive pedagogical view among the current Mandarin mobile learning practice to the existing MALL framework and principles. The researcher cum instructor conducted an individual Mandarin mobile instruction via smartphone applications. The results from the implementation were qualitatively studied and analysed to evaluate as to what extent the Mandarin practice has kept up with the existing MALL pedagogical framework and principles. The emerging truths found in the results that might be impactful for Mandarin mobile learning were pedagogical skill, situation task content, continuous reflection, readiness, and native speaker.
Preserving the Nation’s Legacy Through Emerging Technology
Authors: Lah Hazlina Awang , Ghani Rosmah Abd , Mahmood Anis Salwani , Rahman Mohd Nazri Abdul , Sulaiman Ismail , Omar Azman , Mustafa Wan Azani 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
The proverb is the legacy of the Malay people with special privileges in a speech that must be introduced to every generation so that this proverb will not be forgotten and never consumed by the ages. The role of the proverb in speech and writing is seen to less widely used in today’s younger generation. In the school curriculum, the language taught in the syllabus. However, conventional teaching and learning techniques cause students to become bored and less attentive when teaching. A new approach has been developed to enhance students’ interest in language learning. Ceritera Peribahasa Maya is a series of 3D digital proverbs storybook developed through the technology of the century. Ceritera Peribahasa Maya is a digital language learning approach that includes e-learning, teaching aids, learning and facilitating strategies and assessment tools. It applies Augmented Reality (AR) technology, QR Code, Google Cloud, and Gamification applications. Usability Testing of Virtual Speech measured in terms of user satisfaction. A mean of 4.87 for user satisfaction shows that Ceritera Peribahasa Maya is a great way to teach and learn digitally. This language innovation is a new turning point for teachers and students to realize the Malaysian Education Development Plan (PPPM 2013-2015) that emphasizes the aspect of ICT in learning. These applications are in line with modernity while preserving the integrity of the nation’s heritage.
Research trends in ICT and education: A systematic review of continuous professional development courses for online educators
Authors: Ibrahim Ruslina , Norman Helmi , Nordin Norazah , Mazin Khairol Azwar 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
The role of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) and online courses in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for educators have remain debatable. A limited number of studies have systematically been reviewed on the growing influence of ICTs and continuous professional development courses for online educators. This paper aims to extract the value and appropriateness of the trends concerning the focus, types, and context of CPD, the goals and tools of research, and the types of data collected. To map the popular trends, methods, and ICT tools used in CPD online courses as a research methodology, researchers performed a systematic literature review of studies written in English and published between January 2015 and January 2019. Inclusion and exclusion principles were employed to identify studies of any ICTs based in CPD design that examine the concept of online professional development courses through the point of view of the design used and to review the impact that ICTs have had on numerous aspects of teaching and learning for educators. Researchers screened and retrieved all possible titles and abstracts and potentially relevant studies to established whether the study met the inclusion criteria. The results of the review revealed that ICTs have certain influences on online CPD for educators and that this influence applies to educators.
Student Self-Recording Videos for TVET Competency in MOOCs
Authors: Mazin Khairol Azwar , Norman Helmi , Nordin Norazah , Ibrahim Ruslina 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Student-based competency assessment in written or practical form is important to confirm that a student has demonstrated the mastery of practical knowledge and skills as well as the basic knowledge required to perform tasks in accordance with certain standards in Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET). The instructors involved in the Education and training process carry out assessments to determine the effectiveness of the training and new skills they have learned. Assessment is done in written and practical form and is aimed to assess student knowledge based on cognitive domain, student skills based on the psychomotor domain and student attitudes based on the affective domain. In TVET, instructors face difficulties in assessing student competencies due to time, workshop facilities and human resource factors. The competencies of students are usually assessed by the instructor in students’ workspaces either in the workshop or workspaces during industrial training. Previous studies have indicated that self-recording can be used an assessment approach. Thus, in this study, we investigate the use of self-recorded videos in assessing TVET student competencies. In the assessment self-recorded video is performed by the student by recording the work process from beginning to end and is shared on the MOOC. Self-recorded videos not only show practical work conducted by students but also demonstrates aspects of cleanliness, safety and good values while working. In addition, videos uploaded on MOOCs can be accessed via instructors as well as other users. Via public sharing of student’s work, the instructor can assess and certify that a student is competent while other students can collaborate among themselves and learn the steps that have been taken and new techniques that can be tried.
The Effectiveness of Mobile Application in Learning Malay Foreign Language
Authors: Sung Cho Min , Ahmad Mazlina , Mansor Noor Rohana , Rashid Roswati Abdul , Abdullah Nurul Ain Chua 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
The use of new technologies has impacted effectiveness in learning which contributes to the smoothness of language performance. The language implication involves all subjects, including Malay foreign language. For instance, the use of mobile learning has been shown a considerable and dynamic potential in learning Malay foreign language. Mobile application usage enables a variety of teaching innovations that assist educators and students in pursuing knowledge and language skills. Thus, this concept paper aimed to identify the Learning Theory which related to mobile application. Apart from that, it is also to explore the importance and effectiveness of mobile application usage in Malay foreign language instruction. The literature review is based on publications from 2015 to the present. It is hoped this study can be used to benefit the foreign students while integrating the mobile application in their learning, and to improve the language performance in line with current developments.
A Frontal Plane Waist Motion With A Limit HipOffset Y Length Using Inverse Kinematics In NAO Humanoid Robot To Align The Center of Mass (COM) And Robot’s Foot
Authors: Muhammad Razmi R. , Nur Azliza A. , Nik Nur Zuliyana R. M. 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
All articles The design of humanoid robot walking motion is achievable only through the use of robot kinematics. In this paper, we study the problem of waist motion (HipOffsetY) in frontal plane for NAO humanoid robot as a starter to make the robot walk. The inverse kinematics allow NAO humanoid robot to record the robot configuration ways to go from the three-dimensional space of the robot to the joint space. The inverse kinematics defined the relation between points in the three-dimensional space (position and orientation) and joint values in the joint space of the robot’s kinematics chain. The simulation using Robotic Simulator Simulation V-REP (Virtual Experimentation Platform) by Coppelia Robotics. Inverse Kinematics can provide the mechanism to transform such a trajectory into another trajectory in the joint space of the robot. The inverse kinematics is demonstrated in waist motion to the left and right at 0.05m
An Optimal Penalty Constant For Discrete Optimal Control Regulator Problems
Authors: Apanapudor J. S. , Aderibigbe F. M. , Okwonu F. Z. 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Indiscriminate and imprecise use of penalty constants can lead to substantial computational problems and consequently erroneous conclusions and deductions. This paper view this, with utmost seriousness and thus establish an optimal penalty constant φ that optimizes the minimization of the cost functional

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while solving discrete optimal control problems using extended conjugate gradient method (ECGM). I employed some measures that examine optimal control of dynamic processes that can be described by Differential Algebraic Equations (DAEs) that entails integer restriction on some or all of the control functions. I established the construction of an optimal penalty constant which can be employed in the extended conjugate gradient method algorithm for discrete optimal control regulator problems. Comparative results emanating from the use of different penalty constants/algorithms on some problems are given. The obtained numerical results reveal that the proposed optimal penalty constant expression is efficient.
Modified Sine Cosine Algorithm for Identification of Liquid Slosh based on Continuous-time Hammerstein Model
Authors: Jui Julakha Jahan , Suid Mohd Helmi , Ghazali Mohd Riduwan , Ahmad Mohd Ashraf , Tumari Mohd Zaidi Mohd 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
This paper presents the identification of liquid slosh plant using the Hammerstein model based on modified Sine Cosine Algorithm (mSCA). A remote car that carries a container of liquid is considered as a liquid slosh experimental rig. In contrast to other research works, this paper considers a piece-wise affine function in a nonlinear function of the Hammerstein model, which is more generalized function. Moreover, a continuous-time transfer function is utilized in the Hammerstein model, which is more suitable to represent a real system. The mSCA method is used to tune both coefficients in the nonlinear function and the transfer function of the Hammerstein model such that the error between the identified output and the real experimental output is minimized. The effectiveness of the proposed framework is assessed in terms of the convergence curve response, output response, and the stability of the identified model through the pole-zero map. The results show that the mSCA based method is able to produce a Hammerstein model that yields identified output response closes to the real experimental slosh output with 82.12 % improvement of sum of quadratic error.
Morphology, Mechanical and Neutron attenuating properties of carbon black filled EPDM / HDPE composites
Authors: Abdulrahman Sajith Thottathil , Ahmad Zakiah , Thomas Sabu , Rahman Azerai Ali 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Flexible polymer composites have been the focus of demanding interest in classical studies of neutron radiation shielding applications. The influence of varied loading of carbon black on the morphology, mechanical and neutron shielding properties of Ethylene Diene Monomer Rubber/High-Density Polyethylene (100/30) blends are observed through this experimental work. EPDM and HDPE were blended in a Brabender type internal mixer and other functional additives were dispersed using two roll mill and later cured using a compression molding, on determining the cure time on rubber rheometer. The carbon black addition enhanced HDPE dispersion in the EPDM matrix, as evidenced through morphological and mechanical analysis. The improvement in the tensile parameters indicates the reinforcing efficiency of the carbon black in EPDM/HDPE blends. Lower tear resistance suggests a weak interface within the EPDM / HDPE blend at low black carbon concentration. Carbon black filled EPDM/HDPE composites displayed a total neutron macroscopic cross-section of 0.28 cm−1 for 2 MeV energy neutrons.
Application of shape memory alloys (SMA) as a retrofit and strengthening component on reinforced concrete columns: Review Paper
Authors: Zulkifli S N I , Mohd Hisbany M H , Ismail R , Zakwan F A A , Hazrina A , Ismail Badrul N. , Rashid R S M 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Concrete structure deterioration and design deficiencies are stated as serious problems that frequently occur in the construction industry. It may lead to the loss of strength, stiffness, durability, and ductility of the existing structure. Therefore, an immediate structural strengthening must be highly considered to improve and repair the structure performance due to which the structure may fail to serve its purpose. The aim of this paper is to provide review of the structure strengthening methods for reinforced concrete columns proposed by researchers in the past two decades. However, the scope of this review paper is limited only to reinforced concrete columns retrofit by using the material of shape memory alloy (SMA). At the end of this paper, a suitable SMA form will be proposed for the future direction of research into this strengthening method.
Performance Analysis of IoT Protocol Stack over Dense and Sparse Mote Network Using COOJA Simulator
Authors: Zenalabdin Hussam Shamseldin , Buhari Abudhahir , Nyamasvisva Tadiwa Elisha 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Internet of Things (IoT) interrelates computing devices, and digital devices with animals or people and they have ability to transfer amounts of data over a network needless of any human to computer interaction. IoT is composed of sensor nodes or motes, servers, and the internet allowing these devices to collect and exchange information. Lossy networks, stressed out connections and high power consumption are the major concerns in IoT. Protocols are used for messages management and among computing nodes and they act as controls for telecommunication medium using radio frequencies. This paper, evaluates the IoT protocols’ stack over on dense network and sparse network topology which include application layer’s protocols such as, MQTT, CoAP and transport layer protocols’ UDP and TCP. Analysis is done on transport layer through RPL protocol and on physical layer using Z1 motes and Sky motes. We utilize Cooja simulator and Contiki operating system for simulations. The performance metrics for the evaluation of protocol stack are power intake, radio responsibility cycle, and average inter-packet arrival time.
A Review of Graph Theoretic and Weightage Techniques in File Carving
Authors: Sari Sari Ali , Mohamad Kamaruddin Malik 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Digital Forensics is a platform that helps in assisting investigation carried out in computer crimes through the recovery of material that is found in digital devices. Material is recovered through a method known as file carving that helps to recover data from storage media. Moreover, it also retrieves the extract hidden, overwritten or deleted files. File carving enables the file recovery without knowledge about contextual information such as file system metadata. Due to recent expansion in the research of information technology, file carving has become an essential technique for general data recovery and digital forensics investigations. Therefore, considering the important role played by file carving the present study conducted a survey of the previous literature to find out various data carving techniques. Results, from the previous literature helped to provide several algorithms for image construction which are based on graph theoretic techniques. Furthermore, the present study classifies the file carving techniques for JPEG file into two categories namely basic carving technique and advanced carving technique. The paper concludes by providing limitations in the present study which could be helpful for future investigations associated with the fragmentation problem of data files.
Changes in structure of PA6 during electron irradiation
Authors: Sagdoldina Zh.B. , Rakhadilov B.K. , Akatan K. , Kabdrakhmanova S.K. , Kurbanbekov Sh.R. 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
The impact of electron irradiation on the structure of the PA6 polymer is researched in this article. The electron beam irradiation of samples from PA6 was carried out on an industrial pulse accelerator ILU-10 under different modes. Beam energy and radiation dose varied. The structural changes of PA6 were studied by scanning electron microscopy, X-ray phase analysis, IR Fourier spectroscopy, and the thermal characteristics of the polymer were studied by differential scanning calorimetry. It was revealed that after electron beam treatment, the melting temperature of the PA6 polymer decreases from 214 °C to 217 °C. It was found that electron beam treatment leads to a change in the surface morphology, that is, the surface becomes rough, the depth of the roughness and the structure of spherulites increase.
Improving the Gain Performance of Air Substrate Patch Antenna Array Using the Effect of Conductive Material Thickness Study for 5G Applications
Authors: Mohammed A. SB , Kamal S. , Bin Ain M F. , Najmi F. , Ahmad Z A. , Zahar Z. , Hussin R. , Zubir I A. , Ab Rahman MF. 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
Over the decade, extensive applications of portable electronic devices have progressed enormously. This has ultimately influenced the shortage of bandwidth supply. Therefore, in satisfying the demands of consumers, low-cost antennas are required to be designed specifically for the fifth-generation frequency spectrum (5G) devices. The main goal of this paper is to report a high gain enhancement in a low profile and economical antenna operated effectively using air substrate in 5G devices. This paper discusses the study effects of thickness on the substrate and conductive material, also the novel design of a cost-effective, air-substrate based microstrip antenna with enhanced gain at 28 GHz resonance for the 5G mobile phone application. In the proposed design, a 2×2 array configuration of radiating elements was designed to occupy a 35.7×31.5×0.5 mm3 volume. Copper (Cu) material was used in the fabrication of the antenna prototype. The proposed antenna was evaluated and compared to the simulation results to demonstrate the design’s reliability. The proposed system provided a peak gain and performance efficiency of 15.6 dB and 86.9.4%, respectively, when operated at 28 GHz resonance.
Left-handed Circular-Shaped Compact Metamaterial for X- and Ku-Band applications
Authors: Ramachandran Tayaallen , Iqbal Faruque Mohammad Rashed , Islam Mohammad Tariqul 
Published: June 2020

Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to propose a new circular-shaped metamaterial (CM) design for X- and Ku-band applications. The discovery of exotic characteristics in metamaterial encourages to carry out this research study. The proposed design is numerically simulated by utilising Computer Simulation Technology (CST) software. The CM structure consists of few circular rings that designed on 8 × 8 mm2 and 1.6 mm thick of FR-4 dielectric substrate material. The Finite Integration Technique (FIT) used to perform the simulation in CST. Frequency range of 4 to 18 GHz is adopted and the CM design manifest resonance frequencies at 8.19 GHz, 11.32 GHz (X-band) and 16.39 GHz (Ku-band). These resonance frequencies possess an acceptable magnitude values for instance, -30.70 dB, -22.59 dB, and -20.13 dB respectively. In additional, the proposed CM design exhibits left-handed characteristic at both resonance frequencies. Therefore, CM with unique behaviour can be applied for many current application fields such as satellite communication, wireless computer networks, weather monitoring, and etc.