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A STUDY OF THE FACTORS INFLUENCING PURCHASING BEHAVIOUR OF ONLINE CONSUMERS IN KLANG VALLEY, MALAYSIA
Authors: Sarangapani Subarna , Singh Shanjit Singh Ranjit , Balasubramaniam Amirtharaj , Hasan Wan Suryana Wan , Shaharuddin Noorain binti , Kanapathipillai Kumaran 
Published: March 2023

<p>This study aims to analyse and discuss the factors influencing purchasing behaviours of online consumers in Klang Valley, Malaysia. In the past few years, the world has been evolving at light speed, and consumers must keep up with this fast-paced development. The technological era has changed purchasing habits so much that consumers have turned to online shopping, and vendors have explored the digitalization of product search and sales. With the impact of the pandemic, the digital age has taken over the world at a glance more than ever before. Online shopping offers consumers convenience, ease, comfort, time savings, hassle-free delivery, better price options, vast vendors, and many other obvious benefits. Since consumers are no longer restricted to a particular location or time for their purchases, this study seeks to understand factors that affect customers' online purchasing behaviour in Klang Valley, Malaysia. This study focuses on five components: perceived benefits, perceived risks, hedonic motivation, website design, and psychological dimensions. These five components have been chosen as the independent variables, with online purchase behaviour as the dependent variable. For data collection, self-administered questionnaires were distributed through social media. A total of 387 responses were collected. Findings obtained from this study indicated that perceived benefits, perceived risks, hedonic motivation, and website design are significant for consumers' online purchasing behaviour. In contrast, this study discovered that psychological dimensions are insignificant to consumers' online purchasing behaviour.</p><p><br /><strong>JEL:</strong> A10, A12, A13</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0022/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
EFL TEACHERS' PERCEPTIONS AND REPORTED TECHNIQUES IN TEACHING LISTENING INFERENCING SKILLS
Authors: Thu Ly Minh , Quan Nguyen Hai , Cang Nguyen Trung 
Published: March 2023

This research aims were to examine teachers’ perceptions of listening inferencing skills (LIS) and their significance for listening comprehension. In addition, the pedagogical techniques that teachers report to have employed in teaching LIS were also investigated. In order to achieve these goals, a questionnaire consisting of 48 five-point Likert scale items and one open-ended question was utilized as the research instrument. Seventy-two EFL teachers working at different universities, colleges and private language centres in a province in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam gave their responses to the questionnaires. The results revealed that a significant number of teachers appeared to hold a limited understanding of what LIS actually refer to. However, when they were introduced to what LIS involve, they noticeably reached the agreement that these skills are beneficial for listening comprehension in particular and language learning in general. Besides, a large number of the participants also reported that they applied LIS in their own English language learning and teaching. In terms of pedagogical techniques used to teach LIS, the teachers mainly concentrated on pre-listening tactics with the hope of equipping their students well for the listening process regarding linguistic and background knowledge while techniques for the while-, post- and extension stages in listening instruction seemed to be overlooked.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0096/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
THE IMPACT OF MUSICAL SKILLS ON FOREIGN LANGUAGE ANXIETY
Authors: Kasap Süleyman 
Published: March 2023

This research aims to research the impact of musical skills on foreign language anxiety. For this purpose, 158 English as Foreign Language students, 64 of whom engaged with music (48 of them were able to play an instrument and sing in front of people and 16 of them could only sing) were chosen for this study. The Foreign Language Anxiety Scale (FLCAS) was applied and the results were compared. The study revealed that participants who were able to play a musical instrument or sing in front of people had far lower levels of foreign language anxiety than those who did not. For the qualitative section of the study, 10 participants, 5 of whom could play an instrument and 5 of whom could not, were selected to get a more detailed picture of the participants’ opinions and feelings related to the impact of engagement with music on foreign language anxiety. These interviews also supported the results of the quantitative study.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0025/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
A STUDY ON PROBLEMS IN SPEAKING OF ENGLISH-MAJORED FRESHMEN AT TAY DO UNIVERSITY AND SOME SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS
Authors: Dang Thi Bao Dung , Le Van Lanh , Dang Thi Kieu Huong , Hua Nhu Ngoc 
Published: March 2023

In this globalization era, there have been drastic changes taking place all over the world. People’s desires are fulfilled when they clearly express their ideas and opinions to others. Thus, they need to learn speaking skills in order to fulfill their ambitions, desires, and goals. However, it is so difficult for students to master this skill because they encounter some common problems when speaking. Therefore, the research entitled "A study on problems in speaking of English-majored freshmen at Tay Do University and some suggested solutions" was carried out in order to identify common problems in English speaking of English majored freshmen at Tay Do University and provide some suggested solutions. In this study, questionnaires and interview papers were used as the main instruments to collect the data. The participants were 80 English-majored freshmen in the two classes of English course 16 including 16A and 16B at Tay Do University. The study's findings revealed that freshmen majoring in English had several common problems with vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, the influence of mother tongue, and psychology in speaking. It is expected that this study will assist English-majored freshmen at Tay Do University in recognizing and overcoming obstacles in the process of speaking.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0027/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
USE OF ONE-TO-ONE IPAD IN PRIMARY SCHOOL TO TEACH THE CONCEPT OF ENERGY IN PHYSICS: A CASE STUDY
Authors: Kotsis Konstantinos T. , Tsiouri Eleftheria 
Published: March 2023

In recent years, technology has become an increasingly important tool in education. The use of technology in primary education has become increasingly popular in recent years, and the iPad has emerged as one of the most versatile and powerful tools for enhancing learning. This paper will focus on the impact of one-to-one iPad use in primary schools on teaching the concept of energy in physics. A total of 25 students in the 3rd grade from a primary school in Greece participated in the study, using iPads during their physics lessons. This study’s results showed that iPads significantly improved the student’s understanding of energy in physics. The students who used iPads had a more profound understanding of the concept, showed greater engagement and motivation and demonstrated a deeper understanding of the material.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0031/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
CHALLENGES MET AND STRATEGIES EMPLOYED BY THE SCHOOL HEADS IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF MODULAR DISTANCE LEARNING MODALITY
Authors: Arciaga Maritess B. , Astillero Susan F. 
Published: March 2023

This study determined the challenges met and strategies employed by the school heads in Magallanes South District, Division of Sorsogon in the implementation of modular distance learning modality along with facilitating learning, provision for instructional materials, pupils’ development and teachers’ supervision and evaluation. This descriptive-survey research utilized survey questionnaires and unstructured interviews to 12 school heads, S.Y. 2021-2022. Results indicated that the topmost challenges met by the school heads were limited teaching interaction and risks in conducting home visitation, delimitation in the assessment components, insufficient budget allocation, inconsistency in giving grades and difficulty in validating pupils’ performance, the bulk of workloads and delimitation in the conduct classroom observation. Hence, to address the challenges, the participants devised strategies such as facilitation of community partnerships, home visitation, training and capacity building, realignment of funds, utilization of existing school resources, revised assessment criteria, a delegation of responsibilities, and scheduled teachers’ observation through video lesson presentation. It was concluded that the challenges were heightened and became inevitable due to the human mobility restrictions in different contexts due to the pandemic. These challenges muddle the academic and administrative functions of the school heads. However, despite the challenges, results illustrated the aptitude of the school leaders to lead by example and to show resiliency in maintaining and furthering the school institution through their creativity and intuitiveness in strategizing so as not to hamper the quality of education.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0002/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
AN EXPLORATORY STUDY OF STUDENTS EVALUATIONS OF THE QUALITY OF SELF-PACED ONLINE TESOL COURSES IN MOROCCO: INSIGHTS AND IMPLICATIONS
Authors: Qasserras Lhoussine , Qasserras Mohammed 
Published: March 2023

The evaluation of the quality of self-paced online TESOL courses is critical for students to determine whether the course is effective and meets their learning needs. The global COVID-19 crisis necessitated the adoption of an urgent learning intervention represented in online education in general and online self-paced learning in particular. The study aimed to examine students' perceptions of the TESOL online course design, delivery, content, and assessment, and the use of technology in enhancing their learning experience. The research used questionnaires and interviews to understand the participants' perceptions towards this modality of education. Overall, students' evaluation of the quality of online self-paced courses revealed that participants generally had positive opinions about this mode of learning. However, some students expressed concerns, especially about the lack of interaction with instructors and peers, the delay in feedback and the need for self-discipline to stay on track. The study highlights the importance of considering the learners' perspectives when designing and delivering online TESOL courses and highlights the need to boost the interactive elements of the course and the quality of the supporting materials.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0095/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
MORPHOLOGICAL PRODUCTIVITY OF NOUN-FORMING SUFFIXES IN ENGLISH AT THE LEVEL OF WORD-FORMATION RULES
Authors: Mccray Maja Žarković 
Published: March 2023

This paper studies the morphological productivity of noun-forming suffixes at the level of word-formation rules in a corpus comprised of news, literary, academic, and TV registers. The productivity at the aforementioned level is the union of the productivity at the level of word-formation types and morphological types, which implies showcasing the productivity rates of semantic and morphological interactions leading to conceptual categories. Presenting the productivity rates of these interactions is the main aim of the paper. After finding examples of complex nouns with various noun-forming suffixes, we then analyzed 1077 examples and categorized them into 6 different clusters (Action, Agent, State, Result, Instrument, and Object) using analytic, descriptive and statistical methods. The analysis of word-formation types shows that the highest productivity rates are achieved with word-formation types where the conceptual category of the stem was changed due to the semantic input the attached suffixes brought into the word structure, thus determining which clusters the formed nouns would fall into. The exceptions we found were [agent – agent] in Agent, [state – state] in State and [object – object] in Object where the interaction showed how conceptual categories of the stem were not changed but refined by the suffix. Morphological analysis shows the interaction of 37 different suffixes with simple or complex nouns, adjectives, and simple verbs. The only morphological type was stem + suffix, because we were primarily interested in the interaction of suffixes and stems and not in the analysis of the stem structure itself. The conclusions stemming from these analyses are the following: suffixes occur in one or multiple clusters, heavily influence the conceptual category of the stem, and can have the same or different meanings, confirming why they are effective mechanisms for inserting additional pieces of semantic information into the word structure, which was the initial hypothesis of the research.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0099/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
BRIEF ANALYSIS OF NONSENSE STOCK WITTICISMS IN BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE
Authors: Brezolin Adauri 
Published: March 2023

In this manuscript, I discuss the linguistic traits, the effect, and the function of combinations like “do not confuse X with Y”, commonly found in Brazilian Portuguese (não confunda X com Y). For that, I touch on issues related to phraseologisms, situational formulae, and stock phrases. Due to their peculiar syntax and semantics, I also discuss the presence of bisociative and absurd humor in such combinations. The study corpus consists of 40 occurrences extracted from the internet, mainly from blogs. My analysis has both reiterated the highly colloquial status of such structures, as a type of stock phrase used in a specific situation (warning someone about a possible confusion) and revealed that they make use of different linguistic mechanisms associated with nonsense, especially, through spoonerisms and wordplays, the result of which are illogical and absurd constructions.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0022/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
EFFECTIVENESS OF COOPERATIVE TEACHING METHODS ON STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILL IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE IN SOKOTO METROPOLIS, SOKOTO, NIGERIA
Authors: Yabo Armiya’u Malami 
Published: March 2023

The study investigates the effectiveness of cooperative teaching methods on students’ speaking skill in English language in Sokoto Metropolis, Sokoto State, Nigeria. English Achievement tests were used for the study. A hypothesis was formulated to guide this study. Quasi-experimental pre-test/post-test control group design was adopted for this study. A sample of fifty (70) students in Junior Secondary School classes was drawn in one secondary school in Sokoto Metropolis through the availability sample technique and simple random sampling. A self-developed questionnaire was used in generated the data from the respondents and data was analysed using descriptive mean and standard deviation while inferential statistics of analysis of covariance (ANCOVA).The findings observed there is a significant effect on students’ speaking skill in English language when taught using cooperative teaching methods (P&lt;0.05). The study revealed that cooperative teaching methods are a good method of teaching students’ speaking skill in English language. Therefore, it recommended that teachers should be encouraged the use cooperative learning to assess their students in schools because it involves teamwork which is linked to self-direction and boost confidence..<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0022/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
INFLUENCE OF ENTREPRENEURIAL EDUCATION AND BEHAVIOUR ON STUDENTS' INTENTION TO START A BUSINESS IN MOROCCO: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY
Authors: Boujaddaine Ouiam , Taqi Ahmed 
Published: March 2023

<p>The role of entrepreneurship in economic development is significant, which is why business schools and universities are prioritizing entrepreneurship education. This research aims to determine the impact of these programs on individuals' intent to become entrepreneurs using Ajzen's theory of planning behavior. The survey method was used to gather data from 403 participants and SEM path analysis was employed to analyze the results. The findings suggest that feedback and business plan activities have a direct effect on entrepreneurial intention. This information can be utilized to improve entrepreneurship training courses and support their providers. Furthermore, the relationship between entrepreneurship and business planning can be leveraged by educational institutions, organizations, and policymakers to foster future entrepreneurs.</p><p><strong>JEL:</strong> M13, M53</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0097/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
SUSTAINABLE HIGHER EDUCATION CURRICULUM MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN CHINA: THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVES
Authors: Xiaoyan Wang , Azam S. M. Ferdous , Tham Jacquline 
Published: March 2023

This paper examines how China’s curriculum management system for higher education has been able to expand in a sustainable manner. This study examines a number of different facets of the Chinese curriculum management system for higher education as a means of doing a literature review. China, a country that is developing at a fast rate, is working hard to improve its education system. The country has to be rebuilt after a thirty-year battle that caused immeasurable pain. In order to meet the requirements of the nation, higher education is crucial. The framework of observed learning outcomes may be used to construct a curriculum that is centred on learning outcomes, hence improving the quality and alignment of national education. In the context of developing methodology, topic content, and course choices, curriculum designers assist education. In this period of fast change, there has been a growth in the number of curriculum authors who are concerned about pedagogy and curriculum. Most significantly, it gives curriculum developers access to data that is based on actual classroom experiences. The outcomes will be beneficial to both curriculum designers and college officials.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0028/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE E-SHOPPING SATISFACTION OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES CONSUMERS IN KLANG VALLEY, MALAYSIA
Authors: Sathiaseelah Latchumi , Suppiah Gowri , Khim Lee Khai , Inthiran Sivarantny , Inthiran Kantha , Kanapathipillai Kumaran 
Published: March 2023

<p>This study investigates the factors motivating the E-shopping satisfaction of consumers who purchase household appliances in Klang Valley, Malaysia. Four variables (security, website design, customer service, and customer experience) were identified and tested on their relationship to consumers' E-Shopping satisfaction with household appliances. To gather the data related to this study, questionnaires were distributed through the online Google platform to the consumers in Klang Valley. A total of 415 respondents contributed to the findings and conclusion of this study. These respondents are frequent internet users who are familiar with online purchasing. Therefore, it increased the research's credibility. Findings from this study indicated that three critical elements, website design, customer service, and customer experience, are significant and display a positive relationship to consumers' e-shopping satisfaction with household appliances. In contrast, this study illustrated that security is insignificant to consumers' e-shopping satisfaction with household appliances.</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0059/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
THE NEEDS OF ACTIVE LEARNING AND HIGH-IMPACT EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES IN ONLINE PROGRAMS
Authors: Lu Hwangji S. , Smiles Robert 
Published: March 2023

Adult learners take online courses or programs because of the convenience, cost-saving, flexible schedule, and work-life-school balance. In the United States, student enrollment in online education has proliferated in the past few decades. The online modality of providing education has become a crucial part of higher education. Online courses are in high demand. However, due to adult learners' characteristics and work-life situations, the course design and facilitation in online education can only partially replicate directly from the traditional classroom setting. Owing to high attrition rates in online classrooms, institutions and educators must carefully design or redesign courses relevant to the competitive job market demands. The need for contemporary instructional designs focusing on student-centered education is essential. Supported by comprehensive research studies, active learning, and high-impact educational practices have helped learners develop critical competencies and skills required by employers. Moreover, adopting appropriate pedagogical practices is necessary for better student engagement, academic performance, and retention rate.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0028/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
EFFECT OF 12 WEEKS SAQ AND CIRCUIT TRAINING ON DRIBBLING AND SHOOTING ABILITY OF SOCCER PLAYER
Authors: Farooque SM , Das Prasanta Kumar , Mitra Mukesh , Dhar Krishnendu 
Published: March 2023

The research aims to find out the effect of 12 weeks SAQ and Circuit Training on skill ability of soccer players. The subjects were 30 males under 19 national level players. The selected players were divided into two different groups of SAQ and circuit group, consisting of 15 players each. Proper consent was taken from all the players and baseline data were collected before starting the training program. After the baseline collection, the players underwent the treatment for 12 weeks SAQ and Circuit Training for one hour each day for four days a week. The significant changes were found from baseline to post treatment in each player on Skill ability. The significant increase in shooting and dribbling were observed. The results indicate SAQ and Circuit Training program is an effective training program for soccer players to enhance their shooting and dribbling ability.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0024/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES OF PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN IN SELECTED DAY-CARE CENTER IN MANILA DISTRICT VI, PHILPPINES
Authors: Cabaluna Johdel , Paragua Shella 
Published: March 2023

The study sought to determine the developmental milestones of preschool children in selected daycare centers in Manila District VI. This was conducted in a small community, namely Barangay 835 in Pandacan City. The instrument utilized in gathering data was a standardization test. Using the convenience sampling method to find the participants for the study, the researchers used the MMDST test form to conduct the survey on 25 preschoolers. Only 4- to 6-year-old preschoolers were included in the survey. Based on the findings of the study, it is concluded that the result of the MMDST scores of children enrolled in the daycare center of Barangay 835 shows that the language aspect was seen as having the most prominent delay, affecting 41% of the respondents, followed by the personal-social aspect with 32%, the gross motor adaptive aspect with 29%, and the fine motor aspect with 25%.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0028/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>