Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal (E-BPJ)
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Utilizing Sustainable Pineapple Fibre in Artisanal Batik Craftsmanship: A local hand-drawn technique
Get PDFThis research investigates the sustainability of pineapple fibre, a natural textile material utilized to produce hand-drawn batik products in Malaysia. Since the 1930s, Malaysia has been using pineapple leaf fibre for textiles. The study employs a Utilizing Sustainable Pineapple Fibre in Artisanal Batik Craftsmanship: A Local hand-drawn Technique triangulation method involving interviews, experimentation, and observation. A key objective is to assess the sustainability of pineapple fiber in the Malaysian hand-drawn batik industry. Notably, this research promotes awareness and adoption among Malay batik producers regarding integrating hand-drawn batik onto pineapple fabric, offering a novel approach to sustainable textile production
Qualitative Study among Malaysian Older Adults and their Driving Needs
Get PDFDriving is more than just a mode of transportation; for many older adults, it represents independence and freedom. This study aims to explore Malaysian older adults’ driving needs. In-depth interviews were conducted with eleven participants. The interviews were audio-recorded and analyzed using the six steps of thematic analysis with NVivo software aiding the process. Four main themes emerged from the data: daily routines, social leisure, caregiving responsibilities, and sense of freedom. To conclude, this study conveys important issues to policymakers in highlighting the need for driving among Malaysian older adults, thus promoting their safety and quality of life
Spatial Affordances of Chinese Kindergarten Classrooms for Children’s Immediate Actions in Free Play Session
Get PDFEarly childhood is widely regarded as a critical period during which the foundations of development are established. This study aims to examine how physical environmental features influence Chinese children’s immediate actions, both individually and socially, as well as their awareness of classroom space. The observation involved 73 children (45.2% girls) from three same-age classes in a typical public kindergarten in Nanchang, China. A novel extended taxonomy of spatial affordance was proposed to measure children’s ongoing actions and its influential environmental features. Future studies should further investigate the nexus between children’s continuous play behavior and actions within the classroom environment
Experts Validation on Competence Index for Teaching Librarians in Academic Libraries in Higher Education: Content Validity Index (CVI) approach
Get PDFThis study uses the CVI approach to evaluate the content validity of a competence index designed for teaching librarians in academic libraries, employing the CVI approach. A purposive sampling method was used to select eight experts from eight public universities, each with over 20 years of experience as academic librarians, to assess the index. The evaluation comprised 108 items across three main constructs. Results indicated, three items scored below the minimum I-CVI score, while 86 items achieved a perfect score of 1.0. The S-CVI yielded an average score of 0.97 and a universal agreement score of 0.80, confirming the overall validity of the competence index
Preservation and Visualization of Cultural Heritage Knowledge based on Topic Maps and Knowledge Graphs
Get PDFCultural heritage, which embodies a nation's historical background, cultural symbolism, rich connotations, and value systems, bridges the past, present, and future. However, it faces extinction due to urbanization, socioeconomic development, and land reclamation. Therefore, preserving and visualizing cultural heritage knowledge becomes crucial to ensure its sustainability. This paper reports the preservation and visualization of festivals, songs, medicinal practices, and folk traditions of the Jing ethnic group in Southeast China using Knowledge Graphs, Topic Maps, Vue.js, and Neo4j technologies. The resulting knowledge graph provides an interactive and visually engaging platform to enhance understanding and promote sustainable heritage practices
Relationship between Political Informativeness, Satire, Credibility, and Interactivity towards Attitudes of Young Voters’ Voting Decision
Get PDFThis study examines the relationship between the characteristics of online political campaigns and the attitudes and decisions of young voters. This study involved 330 young Malaysian voters in total. The sample, primarily Malay women aged 18 to 30 with diploma-level education, shows significant interaction with online political campaigns. People perceive these campaigns as highly informative, credible, and interactive, which significantly influences their voting decisions. Additionally, political satire within these campaigns enhances voter engagement. The significantly positive correlations observed suggest that digital platforms are increasingly central to political participation, highlighting their crucial role in defining future electoral strategies in Malaysia
Digital Distractions: Can technostress and boss phubbing impact teachers' performance?
Get PDFThe rapid growth in information technology has reshaped education, increasing teachers' responsibilities and potentially leading to technostress, which impacts job performance through psychological, physical, and emotional strain. Notably, early retirements due to stress rose from 2,777 in 2015 to over 10,000 in 2022. This research examines the link between technostress and job performance among rural teachers in Segamat, Johor, and explores boss phubbing’s effect. Utilizing a quantitative approach and a sample of 251 teachers, the study, based on the Transactional Theory of Stress, reveals that Techno-Overload and Techno-Complexity affect job performance, though boss phubbing does not moderate this relationship
Family Dynamics and Depression among University Students
Get PDFA cross-sectional study collecting data through an online survey of 853 university students was carried out to examine the prevalence of depression and its associations with background socio-demography, family and college living conditions, and family dynamics. The prevalence of depression was 24.7%. Predictors for depression among university students include being medical or allied health students, having only one confidant, the presence of family conflicts and changes in routine family activities. Having emotional support from family was a significant protective factor for depression among them. Maintaining healthy family dynamics and emotional support are crucial to preventing depression among university students
Exploring the Craftsmanship of Traditional 'Baby Carriers' of the Miao Minority: Theoretical insights and digital visualization approaches
Get PDFContemporary design gradually combines traditional crafts with digital innovation to protect cultural heritage, exemplified by the traditional "baby carriers" of the Miao minority, which are rich in cultural heritage and exhibit unique design elements. This study examines digital representation's cultural background, characteristics, and status. It explores the advantages and challenges of employing virtual and augmented reality technologies facilitated by combining Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Style3D, and Browzwear. This study provides a theoretical framework and practical guidelines for extracting and presenting the critical features of the traditional "baby carriers," thereby laying a foundation for future researc
Integrating Traditional Chinese 'Circle' Culture and Shape Grammar in Modern Logo Design: A Case Study of Tomato Commune
No full textThe concept of "circle" holds great significance for the Chinese, symbolizing harmonious unity and the seamless integration of elements. This idea reflects the ancient Chinese emphasis on sustainable development and their forward-thinking perspective. However, maintaining cultural integrity and relevance in modern logo design while ensuring efficiency and aesthetic appeal presents a significant challenge. This study aims to integrate traditional Chinese "circle" culture into modern logo design, enriching contemporary design concepts and methodologies and promoting the development of logos with Chinese characteristics. Using the "Tomato Commune" logo design as a case study, this research proposes a logo design method characterized by "circle" culture