Malaysian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Hubungan Kepuasan Kerja Guru dan Komitmen Organisasi
No full textSetiap organisasi sekolah memerlukan komitmen yang tinggi daripada guru-guru yang berkhidmat di sekolah tersebut dalam merealisasikan matlamat, visi dan misi sekolah dalam melahirkan para pelajar yang hebat dan berketrampilan. Kajian ini bertujuan mengkaji hubungan kepuasan kerja guru dengan komitmen organisasi dalam kalangan guru-guru Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) di negeri Kedah. Sampel kajian adalah seramai 376 orang guru dari 147 buah sekolah. Kajian ini berbentuk kuantitatif dan menggunakan borang soal selidik yang mengandungi 137 soalan dengan ukuran lima skala likert bagi tujuan pengumpulan data. Kaedah–kaedah statistik Korelasi Pearson, Ujian –t dan Analisis Varian Sehala (ANOVA) serta ujian regresi telah digunakan. Hasil kajian menunjukkan kepuasan kerja guru mempunyai pengaruh yang signifikan dan positif terhadap komitmen organisasi iaitu pada aras p<0.05 iaitu R² = .236 ; p<.000. Implikasi kajian ini adalah peningkatan tahap kepuasan kerja guru akan meningkatkan tahap komitmen guru terhadap organisasi bukan sahaja dalam pengajaran dan pembelajaran guru bahkan dalam kokurikulum, ko-akademik serta tanggungjawab guru terhadap para pelajar malahan kepada tugas-tugas organisasi serta rakan sejawat
Analisis Konseptual Pemilihan Topik Sembang Santai dalam Budaya Berbeza
No full textKertas konsep ini akan membincangkan tentang pemilihan topik dan topik tabu dalam komunikasi sembang santai merentas budaya berbeza. Sembang santai atau small talk merupakan satu bentuk komunikasi yang tidak memfokuskan kepada inti pati perbualan dan tidak bertujuan untuk menyampaikan maklumat. Sebaliknya, ia berfungsi untuk mengeratkan hubungan sosial dan meningkatkan kemesraan antara dua pihak yang berinteraksi. Pemilihan topik sembang santai dalam konteks budaya yang pelbagai yang difahami dengan baik adalah penting untuk melancarkan proses komunikasi tanpa berlakunya perlanggaran norma etika, salah faham dan dapat memupuk komunikasi silang budaya yang berjaya. Perbincangan tentang sembang santai dalam kertas konsep ini adalah berlandaskan beberapa teori seperti Teori Komunikasi Fatik Malinowski (1923) yang menyatakan setiap ungkapan yang dituturkan tanpa penyampaian sebarang maklumat, dan dituturkan semata-mata untuk bersosial dianggap sebagai sembang santai. Manakala perbincangan tentang pemilihan topik sembang santai pula berdasarkan Teori Topik Standard Aitchison (1996) yang menjelaskan sembang santai lazimnya berunsurkan topik-topik standard yang tidak sensitif. Pengkategorian topik sembang santai pula akan dibincangkan melalui Model Bulatan Sepusat Pemilihan Topik Sembang Santai Schneider (1987) yang mengemukakan tiga kategori topik sembang santai iaitu situasi spontan, situasi luaran dan situasi komunikasi. Selain faktor budaya, kajian ini juga mendapati faktor kontekstual, jarak sosial dan latar belakang sosial turut mempengaruhi pemilihan topik sembang santai dan topik tabu. Secara keseluruhan, topik sembang santai dan topik tabu dalam budaya berbeza mempunyai persamaan dan perbezaan dan sangat berkait rapat dan berakar umbi dalam norma dan nilai budaya sesuatu masyarakat. 
Critical Success Factors for Adopting Corporate Social Responsibility in the Malaysian Hotel Industry
No full textCorporate social responsibility (CSR) is becoming more highly regarded in the hotel sector as a strong weapon in promoting sustainable economic development and addressing ethical concerns. Nevertheless, there is a limited knowledge of the notion of CSR in the hotel business, as well as how to effectively implement it. This study seeks to understand the views and recommendations of experts regarding the key elements of that are essential for the effective implementation of CSR in the hotel industry. This study uses the NGT method as the main method of the study. A panel of ten highly skilled Malaysian industry practitioners and academics was convened. The data were descriptively collected and analyzed, and they were weighted according to ranking (1-3, lowest to highest priority) of domain. The rationale for the choices were analyzed thematically. The domain of "financial resources," "top management support," "employees’ education and training on CSR," and " managerial or internal skills on CSR” was recommended as the preferred measure of time period over which the domains were rated. The adoption of these recommendations will help standardize approaches to improving the CSR practices particularly in the Malaysian hotels
Challenges and Opportunities of Digitization in Elementary Mathematics and Science Education in Malaysia and Indonesia
No full textThe COVID-19 pandemic has prompted a shift to online learning and digital education for elementary school science and math classes in Malaysia and Indonesia. Both countries are investing in digital education, but Indonesia faces challenges due to a significant rural population and economic disparities. Indonesia has implemented education reforms, including decentralization of the education system and increased educational spending. Likewise, Malaysia is focusing on improving science and math education with technology. Both countries encounter difficulties in implementing digital technology in elementary school classes. The study aims to compare digital education policies and programs for math and science in both countries, highlighting effective approaches and potential challenges, and provide insights for educators and policymakers while exploring opportunities for collaboration and innovation
Students' Readiness and Perceptions Towards Unity for Developing a Multimedia Interactive Package
No full textThis study investigates students' readiness and perceptions towards using Unity, a development platform, for creating a Multimedia Interactive Package (MIP). With the growing demand for interactive digital content in education, it is crucial to understand students’ readiness and perceptions in engaging with a platform like Unity in developing a language learning application in the form of MIP. The study examines language students' technology readiness as well as their perceptions towards integrating technology into educational content creation. A quantitative approach was employed using a survey to gather data using a set of questionnaires. The sample involved university language students who enrolled in multimedia development courses. Results indicate that while students generally show enthusiasm for using Unity, students faced challenges that may affect their learning experiences. However, the perceived benefits, including enhanced creativity, interactivity, and practical skill development, contribute to a positive overall attitude. The findings suggest that with adequate support and training, Unity can be a valuable tool for developing educational MIPs, promoting both student engagement and technical proficiency
Faceless Women and Portrait Multiplicity: Representation of the Self in Contemporary Iranian Women Artists' Self-Portraits
No full textThis article explores the representation of the self in self-portraiture, focusing on analysing the artwork of several contemporary Iranian women artists. It delves into how the Iranian government's enforcement of specific appearances for women, as part of shaping an Islamic identity, has compelled Iranian women artists to challenge conventional notions of women's self and identity in their self-portraits. The article demonstrates that the concept of “self” for these artists is not a singular or objective entity, but rather a collective construct. This research employs dramaturgy theory, a sociological framework that situates the self within the context of compliance with controlling social behaviors and religious laws aligned with the governmental political agenda. It aims to explore how Iranian women artists challenge political and women's rights issues in Iran’s society. This approach is explored through the concepts of “faceless women” and “portrait multiplicity”, emphasizing its unique approach to the theme of self-portraiture
Innovating Environmental Education: Building Interdisciplinary Talent through Virtual Classrooms
No full textIn the modern era, the ecological complexity and environmental crises possesses significant challenges in cultivating talents within environmental disciplines. Traditional training models at local universities inadequate in meeting the industry's demand for interdisciplinary and versatile professionals amidst industrial advancements. This study proposes several educational reform strategies, including developing virtual classroom platforms, restructuring curriculum systems, designing interdisciplinary talent cultivation models, and enhancing teaching evaluation and feedback mechanisms. These approaches aim to transcend the temporal and spatial limitations of conventional teaching, facilitate the effective sharing of educational resources, improve teacher-student interactions, and ultimately cultivate environmental experts with comprehensive skills and innovative capabilities
Assessing Sustainable Development Goal 6 Progress and Challenges in South Sudan: A Global Perspective
No full textAchieving sustainable development, which addresses present needs while preserving future generations' well-being, remains a global priority. Among the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015, SDG 6 underscores the critical importance of access to clean drinking water and adequate sanitation. However, progress toward this goal is hindered by persistent challenges globally, particularly in South Sudan, where conflict, political instability, and inadequate infrastructure severely impact implementation efforts. This study examines South Sudan's progress, challenges, and prospects for achieving SDG 6. Utilizing data from the Sustainable Development Report (2023) and a combination of qualitative-to-quantitative analysis and cluster categorization, the study situates South Sudan within a group of countries facing similar socio-political and developmental challenges. Findings reveal significant deficits in access to clean water and sanitation, with South Sudan ranked among the lowest globally for SDG 6 performance. The high spillover index should be important also, because it indicates the extent of the need for interaction with other countries with regards to the cross-cutting problems. This paper therefore calls for the development of all-inclusive approaches such as Infrastructure development, sound management of natural resources and Wastewater management systems. Moreover, creating sustainable and stable societies in conflict regions should be the priority toward the achievement of the SDG 6 and advancing broader sustainable development goals. The findings underscore the necessity for holistic, collaborative approaches to overcome entrenched barriers and enhance access to water and sanitation in South Sudan and similar contexts globally
The Feedback Dilemma: Aligning L2 Writing Instruction with Student Preferences
No full textIn writing classes, teachers implement Written Corrective Feedback (WCF) as a form of Corrective Feedback (CF). It is an instructional strategy teachers used in the classroom to improve L2 students' writing skills. Nevertheless, the incongruity between the preferences of students and the instructional strategies employed by teachers for WCF has resulted in challenges for teachers and perplexity for the students. The study aims to achieve the following objectives: 1) to examine the forms of CF used by L2 teachers when assessing students' writing, 2) to explore the types of CF that students prefer when receiving feedback on their writing, and 3) to determine whether the teachers' WCF practices align with the students' preferences. The researchers employed the Feedback Scale to gather data for the study. Additionally, purposive opportunistic sampling was utilised in selecting the study’s participants. The findings show that the L2 teachers provide more indirect WCF and focused WCF, whereas the L2 students prefer direct WCF and unfocused WCF. This demonstrates the concept of a disparity between the pedagogical approaches that teachers employ and the preferences that students have expressed regarding WCF. The study has implications on the writing instruction of English Language writing class
Fiqh Al-Taysir dalam Permasalahan Ibadah Pesakit Dialisis: Analisis Fatwa di Malaysia dan Timur Tengah
No full textPesakit dialisis sering menghadapi cabaran dalam melaksanakan ibadah disebabkan proses rawatan yang kompleks. Kajian ini bertujuan menganalisis aplikasi konsep Fiqh al-Taysir dalam menangani permasalahan ibadah pesakit dialisis melalui fatwa di Malaysia dan Timur Tengah. Objektif kajian adalah untuk mengenal pasti permasalahan ibadah pesakit dialisis dan mengkaji pendekatan Fiqh al-Taysir yang digunakan dalam fatwa berkaitan. Metodologi kajian melibatkan analisis kandungan fatwa-fatwa dari portal rasmi fatwa Malaysia dan institusi fatwa terkemuka di Timur Tengah. Hasil kajian mendapati terdapat permasalahan yang signifikan dalam pelaksanaan ibadah pesakit dialisis terutamanya berkaitan empat isu utama iaitu wuduk, solat, puasa dan haji. Dapatan juga menunjukkan wujudnya pendekatan Fiqh al-Taysir dalam fatwa-fatwa yang dikeluarkan bagi menangani permasalahan tersebut. Kesimpulannya, kajian ini menyerlahkan kepentingan aplikasi Fiqh al-Taysir dalam menangani cabaran ibadah pesakit dialisis dan menyediakan asas untuk pembangunan garis panduan ibadah pesakit dialisis yang lebih komprehensif