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A conceptual model of enhancing spatial ability through immersive learning environment for art students
Get PDFSpatial ability is an essential cognitive ability in spatial cognition, which plays a vital role in daily life or diverse subject areas. Especially in art education, spatial ability has become critical because of its unique functions in developing creativity. However, in the current art education, the importance of spatial ability has not received enough attention. Traditional classroom teaching lacks the conditions (such as technical tools) to develop spatial ability. Conversely, most art courses are carried out by two-dimensional media presentation, which is not conducive to developing students' spatial ability and understanding of spatial concepts. Therefore, adopting more suitable teaching tools and innovative teaching environments has become necessary to develop spatial ability. Thus, this study mainly explores how an immersive learning environment (ILE) built based on virtual reality (VR) technology will affect students' spatial ability, especially learning performance. The objectives of this study are (i) to determine the factors that enhance spatial ability through the immersive learning environment in art education, (ii) to construct a conceptual model of enhancing spatial ability through the immersive learning environment in art education based on the identified factors, (iii) to evaluate a conceptual model of enhancing spatial ability through the immersive learning environment in art education by the changes in students' learning performance. This study selected 58 first-year college art students as participants in the experiment. The change in students' learning performance before and after the experiment was compared to evaluate the effectiveness of the ILE conceptual model in enhancing students' spatial ability. The results show, among other findings, that ILE mode can better help students' learning, improve their spatial ability and academic skills, and stimulate their spatial imagination and spatial thinking abilities with a significant difference of 4.621 mean values compared with traditional mode. From the perspective of the educational needs of art students to cultivate spatial ability, this study provides a conceptual model of enhancing spatial ability through the immersive learning environment for art students with the empirical demonstration of the use of VR technology
Exploring the impact of supply chain digitization on logistics performance in tyre manufacturing companies in Malaysia
Get PDFThe research aimed at drawing attention to the automation and digitization of the tyre manufacturing industry’s supply chain management. In the context of digitization, the tyre manufacturing industry’s traditional and digitalized supply chains were compared. To investigate the given issue of supply chain management, this researcher used a qualitative approach. The researchers’ structured interviews served as the foundation for the research’s conclusions and outcomes. The evidence-based findings were utilized to delve into the fundamental issues and make recommendations for the future. According to the research findings, the tyre manufacturing business has difficulties using conventional processing techniques to meet supply chain goals and objectives. According to the evaluations given by interviewees, the tyre manufacturing business has problems and challenges since the conventional model used is insufficiently robust. To address the problems facing the tyre manufacturing sector, contemporary models, strategies, and tactics are offered. To accelerate the SCM mechanisms, the study paper makes the case that the use of cutting-edge tyre technology needs to be guaranteed. This study compared old and modern supply chain management and offered insightful, practical information. The research paper also highlights the digitalization that took place in the tyre manufacturing industry. To improve the overall supply chain process, the research also suggested more modern supply chain model and techniques that may be used in the tyre manufacturing supply chain
The mediating effect of user satisfaction between inheritance e-filing and continuous intention to use in Malaysia
Get PDFThe coexistence of Civil and Shariah legal systems in Malaysia necessitates a new approach to the persistent inheritance problem. Historical analysis reveals unclaimed estate assets and gradual transitions. Electronic Filing Systems (EFS) and inheritance legacy management underscore the importance of information quality in service sectors. Despite improvements, frozen inheritances lead to prolonged arbitration, and wealth management issues have been a critical concern. This study addresses a gap in Malaysia's EFS for inheritance asset administration in the context of recent e-government research. It explores past research, identifies issues, sets objectives, explains significance, clarifies terms, and organizes the framework. The theoretical foundations include the Technology Acceptance Model, the Theory of Reasoned Action, and the Diffusion of Innovation (DOI) Theory, which underpin potential relationships in the research model. The framework develops and tests thirteen hypotheses with a diverse sample of Malaysian EFS users. The model was tested utilizing Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) using data that was collected from 384 EFS users in Malaysia. The results indicated that user satisfaction as a mediator between perceived information quality (PIQ), innovation, trust, and perceived usefulness (PU) was positively associated with the intention to use EFS in Malaysia. This study provides essential insights for users of the EFS and government policymakers in Malaysia by underscoring the pivotal role of trust in promoting long-term adoption and user engagement. It emphasizes the importance of addressing trust-related concerns unique to Malaysia’s diverse cultural, religious, and demographic landscape. By tailoring strategies to build and maintain trust such as enhancing security measures and fostering transparency policymakers can significantly improve user confidence and satisfaction. This, in turn, can lead to a greater uptake of EFS, increased system reliability, and a more successful digital transformation of public services
The barriers of value management implementation in the Indonesian construction industry
Get PDFThere is an indication of value management implementation in Indonesia is not optimally used in the construction industry. Value management may help reduce project costs and increase productivity, but it is still not widely used in Indonesia. This study examines the barriers that engineer feel stand in the way of implementing value management in Indonesia's construction industry. Through qualitative method using interviews with construction engineers, this study revealed that inadequate legislation frameworks, poor communication channels, and resource limitations such a lack of funds, time, and qualified staff are some of the main obstacles that makes value management hard to be fully implemented in the construction industry. According to the findings, there is an urgent need for government assistance, including the creation of comprehensive policy and educational programs meant to raise practitioners' knowledge and proficiency levels. Some recommendations for enhancing value management practices include giving value management training, encouraging cooperation between governmental organizations and academic institutions, and improving administrative flexibility. In the end, this study contributes to the body of knowledge on value management by identifying particular challenges in the Indonesian context and providing practical contribution in form of policy for successful implementation in the futur
Enhancing gamification in computer programming fundamental course for higher intrinsic motivation among college community students
Get PDFGamification is increasingly being recognized as an innovative educational approach aimed at involving students more actively in their learning journey. It holds the potential to enhance the learning environment by making it more enjoyable and captivating, thereby benefiting education. This research exploring to enhancing student intrinsic motivation in Computer Programming Fundamental course through gamification. The problem statement addresses the challenge of maintaining student motivation and interest in technical subjects like programming. The objectives of the study include identifying effective gamification elements, the usability of the gamification, and evaluating their impact on student intrinsic motivation. The methodology employed in this research consists of a comprehensive three-phases: Analysis, Design and Integrate, and Evaluation. The Analysis phase involved a thorough literature review to identify suitable game elements for gamification, supporting the research objectives. Subsequently, the Design and Integrate phase focused on incorporating these game elements into gamification tools through usability and pilot tests. Finally, the Evaluation phase implemented the gamification strategies and assessed their impact on student motivation through questionnaires. The study employs a quantitative methodology, utilizing surveys to measure various constructs of motivation: attention, confidence, relevance, and satisfaction. Results show high levels of motivation across all constructs, with mean scores translating to percentages of 85.6% for attention, 86.2% for confidence, 86.8% for relevance, and 86.8% for satisfaction. The results of the study highlight the positive influence of gamification on student intrinsic motivation in Computer Programming Fundamental course. By integrating game elements effectively, students showed increased attention, relevance, confidence, and satisfaction in their learning experience. This research contributes to theoretical advancements in educational gamification, innovative applications in teaching programming, and the promotion of self-directed learning. Despite limitations such as sample size and time constraints, the study provides valuable insights into the potential of gamification to enhance student motivation in technical subjects
A critical examination of Nigeria's company directors' liability framework and enforcement in corporate insolvency
No full textCompany directors are liable for various criminal and civil violations committed in the state of insolvency to ensure accountability. At the same time, there are concerns about the impact of liability on directors’ actions towards pursuing rescue to save companies from collapse in insolvency. However, despite incidences of violations by directors, the enforcement of the insolvency liability provisions against such directors has been low in Nigeria. This thesis examines the efficacy of the insolvency liability framework under Nigeria’s company legislation - Companies and Allied Matters Act 2020 (CAMA 2020). It specifically examines the extent to which directors are liable for insolvency liability breaches, the challenges faced in enforcing the liability regimes and how a balance can be provided in Nigeria between liability and protection for company directors. In achieving these objectives, the research engaged primarily the use of doctrinal research methodology for data collection supported by twelve semi-structured interviews with selected respondents to get the practical situation and views on applying the liability regimes in Nigeria. The research equally used the UNCITRAL Legislative Guide on directors’ duty in insolvency as a benchmark while learning from the experiences of the UK and Australia. The findings show that the directors’ fiduciary duty provision under the CAMA 2020 does not incorporate creditors as stakeholders in addition to several legal and institutional challenges such as evidential hurdles, absence of incentive, and procedural bottlenecks, among others that have made initiating claims against directors discouraging and unattractive by insolvency office-holders. Likewise, due to their peculiar risks and difficulties, there is justification for protecting directors from insolvency liability in Nigeria. However, providing a balance is delicate due to the tension between liability and protection of directors. Thus, these findings indicate the non-achievement of the liability framework’s goals under CAMA 2020, which jeopardizes credits, threatens the economy and questions the accountability of directors in Nigeria. Therefore, the research recommends reforms to directors’ disqualification regime under CAMA 2020, use of litigation funding options, introduction of the business judgment rule, among other legislative and policy measures, to improve the insolvency liability framework, protect directors and change the behaviour of stakeholder
Exploring interpersonal communication between employers and job seekers : Sosial netwoking sites as alternative communication method
Get PDFStatistics prove that the graduate unemployment rate in Malaysia has risen every year due to the increasing number of graduates in the employment market. However, the recruitment industry has undergone rapid changes resulting the use of new tools and technology for instance the use of technology-based mediums like social networking sites (SNSs) where it has prompt phenomenal impact in recruitment and job searching. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to explore the use of SNSs as the alternative communication method between employers and job seekers in recruitment. It aims to understand the conceptualisation of SNSs between employers and job seekers, the communication activities that occur, the antecedents of choosing job advertisements from the job seekers’ perspective, and the consequences of using SNS platforms. In-depth interviews were conducted with 19 informants from Selangor and Kuala Lumpur, who were selected via purposive sampling technique. The data was evaluated and combined in a thematic data analysis using the NVivo 12 software. The results indicate that employers can reach a large number of talented individuals with the help of SNSs. The present study built upon the Users and Gratification Theory to contribute further understanding of why people use certain types of media, what needs they have to use them, and what gratifications they get from using the
Pengurusan warisan ketara sebagai objek pelancongan di Kota Banda Aceh
Get PDFTangible heritage (WK) as a tourism object has the potential to provide an economic impact for the City of Banda Aceh. However, the management of tangible heritage faces polemics among stakeholders in the City of Banda Aceh. This study aims to examine the history and potential of WK and analyze the successful achievements of tangible heritage management and the challenges and strategies in tangible heritage management, so that it can be used as a tourism object in the City of Banda Aceh. This study is descriptive with a triangulation approach. The triangulation approach is done by researchers to compare data from various sources in the form of observations, interviews, and documentation. The data collection procedure was carried out through observation of 55 WK objects, while interviews were conducted with 34 informants using an interview protocol. The results of the study prove that the government of Banda Aceh has taken several steps to preserve WK as a tourism object, namely online registration, designation as WK by the Mayor and restoration and placing 'keepers'. The findings of the study also show that there are still weaknesses in the management of tangible heritage objects, such as efforts are still abandoned, there is no further study on the existing inventory of tangible heritage and not implementing preservation measures to the maximum. In addition, the difference in the views of stakeholders in heritage management significantly resulted in opposition from Non-Governmental Organizations (LSM). The local government of Banda Aceh City also did not follow the rules in managing tangible heritage and resulted in the resistance of the local community. This study contributes new knowledge to the field of tangible heritage and significant tourism in the City of Banda Aceh. This study proves that tangible heritage is very significant to the city's tourism industry and comprehensive efforts need to be implemented by the authorities to ensure the survival of this industry
Peranan Ketahanan Diri Sebagai Mediator Antara Kepemimpinan Pelajar Dan Kemahiran Kerja Berpasukan Dalam Aktiviti Kokurikulum Di Sekolah Menengah Malaysia
Get PDFPenglibatan pelajar sekolah menengah dalam aktiviti kokurikulum dilihat sebagai satu medium pembentukan daya kepemimpinan, ketahanan diri dan kemahiran kerja pasukan. Namun begitu, jika kemahiran ini tidak diterapkan, tidak dipraktis atau tidak diamalkan dari alam persekolahan lagi, ia akan menjadi isu serius dalam kesediaan tenaga kerja pada masa hadapan. Oleh itu, kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti pengaruh kepemimpinan pelajar terhadap kemahiran kerja berpasukan dalam aktiviti kokurikulum pelajar sekolah menengah dan peranan ketahanan diri sebagai mediator. Reka bentuk tinjauan secara keratan rentas menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif diaplikasikan dalam proses pengumpulan data. Instrumen yang digunakan ialah soal selidik Student Leadership Practices Inventory (SLPI), Resilience Quotient, dan Teamwork Skills Questionnaire. Sejumlah 480 orang responden yang terdiri daripada pelajar Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan di Zon Timur terlibat dalam kajian ini. Pensampelan kluster kelompok dan pensampelan rawak mudah telah digunakan. Data kuantitatif kajian dianalisis dengan analisis statistik Ujian-t, Korelasi Pearson, dan Regresi Berganda. Dapatan menunjukkan wujud hubungan yang signifikan antara kepemimpinan pelajar dengan ketahanan diri dan kemahiran kerja berpasukan. Hasil
analisis regresi berganda menunjukkan dimensi kepemimpinan pelajar berpengaruh secara signifikan ke atas ketahanan diri dan kemahiran kerja berpasukan dalam aktiviti kokurikulum pelajar sekolah menengah. Dapatan kajian juga menunjukkan ketahanan
diri berperanan sebagai mediator separa terhadap hubungan antara kepemimpinan pelajar dan kemahiran kerja berpasukan, di mana empat dimensi utama ketahanan diri iaitu dimensi teratur dan yakin; proaktif dan penyelesaian; fleksibel dan penyesuaian; serta visi peribadi telah dikenal pasti sebagai penyumbang utama. Kesimpulannya, kajian ini menghasilkan satu kerangka teori yang signifikan bagi menunjukkan tahap kepemimpinan pelajar dan ketahanan diri yang tinggi dapat mempengaruhi kemahiran kerja berpasukan dalam aktiviti kokurikulum. Justeru itu, pemegang taruh dalam setiap peringkat pengurusan pendidikan dan penyelidik seharusnya memberi perhatian sewajarnya dalam pengupayaan pelajar bagi melahirkan pelapis kepimpinan yang seimbang dalam pelbagai aspek kemahiran
The Effects Of Supply Chain Management Practices On SMEs Manufacturing Performance In Malaysia
Get PDFMalaysia's manufacturing economy relies on SMEs. Supply chain management is crucial for improving these SMEs' industrial performance and market competitiveness. This study focuses on the effects of supply chain management practices on Malaysian
SMEs' manufacturing performance. The study seeks to uncover supply chain management practices that significantly impact manufacturing performance and offer practical advice for SMEs to improve performance through effective supply chain management techniques. The researcher collected quantitative data from Malaysia's manufacturing SMEs. The research uses survey questionnaires to collect data on these SMEs' supply chain strategy (SCS), supply chain integration (SCI), supply chain information management (SCIM), and manufacturing performance indicators. The researcher used SPSS and SmartPLS to evaluate the data to understand how supply chain management practices affect manufacturing performance. The study found that supply chain management strategies affect Malaysian SMEs' manufacturing
performance. The researcher also analyses and interprets data to identify performance indicators, helping SMEs enhance operational efficiency and market competitiveness. In conclusion, this study advances Malaysian supply chain management and SME
performance studies. By highlighting supply chain practices' impact on manufacturing performance, the study advised SMEs to optimize operations and grow sustainably in Malaysia's competitive business environment