Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal (E-BPJ)
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Movement and Function Assessment Kit (MFAK) for Children with Specific Learning Disabilities
Get PDFThe Movement and Function Assessment Kit (MFAK) was developed to address the lack of comprehensive tools for assessing movement skills and functional performance in Malaysian children with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD). This three-phase study involved: (i) analysis using four standardized tools with 148 children with SLD, (ii) expert focus group discussions to construct MFAK items, and (iii) validity and reliability testing of the alpha-prototype with 45 participants. Results showed that MFAK is a valid and reliable tool. MFAK benefits occupational therapists, special education teachers, and parents in evaluating movement and functional abilities in children with SLD
Balancing Free Speech and Institutional Integrity: A framework for vetting guests and speakers at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Get PDFThis study analyzes the balance between free speech and institutional integrity at UiTM via a literature review and proposes a vetting framework for guest speakers. This framework promotes cultural values while encouraging academic diversity, ensuring that diverse viewpoints resonate with community sensitivities and uphold UiTM's core principles. It supports the Bumiputera community and maintains academic freedom alongside institutional integrity, fostering respectful discourse. The implementation of this framework enhances UiTM's cultural commitment, enriching academia by promoting critical thinking and responsible leadership, preparing students to engage thoughtfully with diverse perspectives, and empowering future leaders to tackle contemporary challenges
Predicting Factors of Peak Flow Performance among Teenagers
Get PDFPhysical inactivity among teenagers contributes to health issues, including reduced lung function. This cross-sectional study aimed to identify predictors of peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) among 137 adolescents aged 13–17. PEFR was measured using the Mini Wright Peak Flow Meter, with the subjects’ gender, age, height, and weight also recorded. Height showed a strong correlation with PEFR (r = 0.689), followed by gender (r = 0.498). Age (r = 0.259) and weight (r = 0.273) showed weaker correlations. Regression analysis identified gender and height as the strongest predictors of the outcome. These findings highlight the importance of anthropometric factors in evaluating adolescent respiratory health
Dysgraphia: Understanding, current detection, challenges and future scope
Get PDFDysgraphia, a subtype of specific learning disorder, impairs handwriting and written expression, often affecting academic success, self-esteem, and daily functioning. Despite recognition in diagnostic manuals, it remains under-identified, particularly in mainstream schools. This paper explores its clinical features, detection practices in Malaysia, and challenges faced by individuals, including academic, emotional, systemic, and diagnostic barriers. Emerging solutions highlight the role of multidisciplinary interventions and technological innovations such as AI-based handwriting analysis for early detection and support. Future directions emphasise inclusive, culturally sensitive, and sustainable approaches to improve identification, intervention, and outcomes for individuals with dysgraphia
Curatorial Idea and Practical Innovation of Contemporary Art Exhibition
Get PDFThis paper explores the practical innovations in contemporary art exhibitions, emphasizing cross-border cooperation, interactive experiences, and thematic planning. This highlights how cross-border collaborations expand exhibition formats and attract diverse audiences, how interactive projects increase engagement and satisfaction, and how thematic exploration deepens the social impact of art. These innovations enrich exhibition forms, enhance audience participation, and broaden art's reach, reflecting the evolving influence of technology and cultural diversification in contemporary art
Determinants of Fraud Occurrences in Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) Employees in Malaysia: Questionnaire Validation
Get PDFThe purpose of the study is to create and validate a framework for the determinants of fraud occurrences in SMEs employees in Malaysia. The questionnaire was developed based on the existing measurement scales from the literature. The respondents of the study consist of SMEs employees in Malaysia. A purification process was carried out using SPSS 29.0, employing scale reliability tests and Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA). The results indicated that the measurement instrument is both reliable and valid. This study contributes to theory extension and testing by verifying the conceptualisation and operationalisation of constructs
Reframing Islamic Ethical Boundaries from Physical Khalwat to Digital Khalwat through Wahbah al-Zuhayli’s Tafsir al-Munir
Get PDFDigital communication has transformed interpersonal behaviour within Muslim societies. In this era, the growth of digital technologies now enables private interactions that mirror the ethical risks associated with khalwat, even without being physically close. This study aims to examine the prohibition of khalwat for application in digital dakwah as outlined in the Qur’an according to Wahbah al-Zuhayli’s Tafsir al-Munir. This study employs a qualitative methodology through analysis of Qur’anic verses and Tafsir al-Munir. The findings demonstrate that digital khalwat is ethically equivalent to physical khalwat and contributes to the development of Islamic digital ethics by providing practical guidance for digital interactions
From Ice to Smoke: Leveraging science diplomacy lessons from the Arctic council to strengthen ASEAN agreement on transboundary haze pollution
Get PDFThis paper examines adapting science diplomacy to enhance successful implementation of the ASEAN Agreement on Transboundary Haze Pollution (AATHP), drawing valuable lessons from Arctic Council experiences. Using a qualitative comparative approach, it analyses how the Arctic Council's structured science diplomacy enables evidence-based decision-making while preserving national interests. Contrastingly, AATHP currently faces limited enforcement and fragmented scientific input. The research proposes integrating science diplomacy, particularly through STI collaboration, to enhance ASEAN's effective policy execution. By adopting an Arctic Council-inspired science diplomacy framework, ASEAN could strengthen cross-border scientific networks, depoliticise environmental dialogue, and enhance AATHP operationalisation while respecting the important non-interference principle
Health Management Information System to Strengthen Congenital Hypothyroid Screening Program in Jakarta Indonesia
Get PDFCongenital Hypothyroid Screening (CHS) is critical for early diagnosis and treatment, yet Jakarta faces challenges such as delayed reporting and limited data reliability in its program management. This study employed Design Science Research (DSR) methodology to develop and evaluate a digital health management information system (HMIS) for CHS using DHIS2. Evaluation, using the UTAUT2 model, revealed that Performance Expectancy and Facilitating Conditions are primary drivers of user adoption, highlighting the need for institutional support and training. DHIS2 has significantly improved CHS data management by automating aggregation and visualization, enhancing data-driven decision-making despite initial transition challenges. Future efforts should prioritise interoperability, data governance, and workflow optimisation to ensure long-term sustainability and seamless integration
Preservation and Transmission the Door God Paintings (DGP) through Digital Technology in the Context of the Metaverse
Get PDFTraditional Chinese woodblock New Year paintings, especially DGP, hold significant cultural value but face preservation challenges. The Metaverse and digital technologies offer innovative solutions for safeguarding this art form. This paper examines the use of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and artificial intelligence (AI) for high-fidelity digitization, dynamic presentation, and interactive experiences. Using qualitative research and interviews, it analyzes digital technology's role in protecting intangible cultural heritage and proposes a systematic strategy to ensure the continued preservation and modern innovation of DGP