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Intercultural Competence in Translation Education: A Systematic Literature Review
No full textTranslation education frequently emphasizes the importance of intercultural competence for successful translation practice. However, research specifically exploring intercultural competence within translation education contexts remains fragmented. This study examines the main research topics investigating intercultural competence in translation education, explores the predominant research methods used in existing studies, and identifies the gaps that remain in current research. Based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) 2020 guidelines, a systematic literature review was conducted, including 28 peer-reviewed journal articles indexed in Web of Science and Scopus, published up to 6 February 2025. The synthesis identifies two key research topics: (i) the importance of intercultural competence in translation education, and (ii) the development of intercultural competence in translation education. Existing studies employ a range of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods, reflecting methodological diversity but also highlighting limitations. Significant gaps in the existing research include (i) gaps in theoretical frameworks and practical applications, and (ii) limitations in research methods. This review highlights the importance of addressing these gaps through further research, developing systematic models, conducting multilingual studies, and better integrating intercultural competence into translation education. This is vital to promote translation education and prepare culturally competent translators to meet global challenges
The Convergence of Art and Technology: Insights into the Intelligent Transformation of Chinese Art Exhibitions
No full textThe application of high-tech elements in Chinese art exhibitions has become a transition from the conventional approach of art exhibition to intelligent exhibition. The purpose of this research is to examine how intelligent transformation to art exhibitions has been practiced in China through the application of the following technologies: Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), and big data analytics. This intends to find out how these technologies improve the engagement of visitors, efficiency in the management of exhibitions, and the conservation of cultural artifacts. Altogether, with the help of the literature review and the case studies of such events as the integration of 3D data into the National Museum of China and AI in the content of the 1st Digital Art China, this research assesses the applicability of these technologies for enhancing the exhibition design and the visitors’ experience. The study reveals that technology enhances the visitor experience, operations, and conservation of cultural heritage. Therefore, this study finds that the intelligent transformation of art exhibitions is necessary to enhance access and engagement of the public in art in culturally appropriate and innovative ways. The recommendations derived from the observations benefit cultural heritage managers, those who make policies on cultural and creative industries, and those who design technologies for future smart art exhibitions in China
Green HRM and Employee Green Behavior: Mediating Roles of Green Organizational Identity and Green Self-Efficacy
No full textAchieving the dual-carbon goals has been a critical strategy to promote the green sustainability and the ecological progress. Employee green behavior (EGB) is regard as one of the key factors to achieve the green sustainability, and Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) plays an important role in promoting EGB in the organization. Based on Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) and Ability-Motivation-Opportunity (AMO), the impact of GHRM on EGB by taking Green Organizational Identity (GOI) and Green Self-Efficacy (GSE) as the mediating variables is studied in this paper. The results of the analysis with the survey data from 587 employees in the Chinese hotel industry reveal that both GOI and GSE indirectly effect EGB, while GHRM directly enhances EGB in the hotel industry. Furthermore, the analysis results also show that GOI and GSE serve as partial mediators in the relationship between GHRM and EGB. In addition, the analysis results also highlight that GOI plays an important role in fostering the employee environmental responsibility while GSE effectively encourage employees to take green behaviors. This study provides the theoretical and practical insights for the organizations seeking to fostering EGB via GHRM, underlining the role of psychological mechanisms in shaping the green behavior
Rekonstruksi Dalaman Dialek Hulu Perak Utara Purba (DHPUP)
No full textKajian ini merupakan suatu usaha merekonstruksi fonem purba Dialek Hulu Perak Utara yang diandaikan pernah wujud di bahagian Hulu Perak Utara suatu ketika dahulu. Tujuan kajian dilakukan untuk memperolehi sistem fonem purba dialek Hulu Perak Utara (DHPU), dan menelusuri hubungannya dengan bahasa induk Melayik Purba (MP) oleh Adeelar (1992). Kaedah perbandingan yang digunakan merupakan tatakaedah perbandingan kualitatif atau dikenali sebagai kaedah tradisional dalam bidang linguistik sejarawi dengan cara kerja rekonstruksi dalaman. Kaedah rekonstruksi dalaman digunakan untuk menerangkan hipotesis bentuk purba yang dituturkan oleh masyarakat di HPU suatu ketika dahulu. Perbandingan ini didasari dengan 508 daftar kata dalam enam bidang semantik. Sembilan buah varian di HPU (Gerik dan Pengkalan Hulu) dijadikan dasar kepada perbandingan untuk melakukan rekonstruksi. Hasil rekonstruksi telah menemukan sistem fonem purba dialek HPU yang terdiri daripada 4 fonem vokal purba dan 18 fonem konsonan purba. Vokal purba DHPU memperlihatkan pengekalan secara langsung daripada vokal MP dan pengurangan satu konsonan daripada MP. Implikasi daripada kajian ini sedikit sebanyak dapat memberi input dalam membuat klasifikasi varian di HPU, serta memberi sambutan kesarjanaan dalam melakukan kerja rekonstruksi leksikon mengikut tatakaedah kualitatif
Team Writing Using Colour: An Intervention to Academic Writing
No full textAcademic writing is considered as a dificult task for many writers. Even instructors who teach the course may or may not be comfortable writing an academic paper voluntarily. Among some of the challenges are teaching and non-teaching responsibilities. In addition to that some may not have the confidence due to lack of experience. Measures must be taken to encourage academicians to write academic papers amidst the challenges. This study investigated the perception of lecturers on the implementation of the intervention program. 31 academicians from a public institution participated in this intervention. After going through the intervention, the participants responded to a questionnaire to report on their perception of the intervention. The questionnaire has 5 sections and they are intervention of colour coded team writing, cognitive load, task modelling, supportive and directive scaffolding. Findings revealed positive high correlation for the intervention of colour coded team writing with the use of task modelling, supportive and directive modelling. The result of this study bear interesting implications for academicians to see academic paper writing as do-able and manageable
Employment Intentions and Career Decision-Making Self-Efficacy Among Chinese Fine Arts Education College Students
No full textThe increasing demand for fine arts education professionals in China, coupled with the challenges posed by an evolving job market, has underscored the importance of career decision-making self-efficacy and employment intention among university students. While research on career self-efficacy in various disciplines is well-established, limited studies have focused on the unique context of fine arts education majors, particularly in the Chinese setting. This study aims to explore the career decision-making self-efficacy and employment intention of fine arts education majors, focusing on how demographic factors such as gender, grade level, and place of origin influence these factors. Given the competitive employment landscape and the need for a well-rounded skillset in fine arts education, understanding the relationship between self-efficacy and employment intention can provide insights into how students navigate their career paths. This study was conducted with 490 fine arts education students across eight universities in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. Using statistical analysis methods including descriptive statistics and correlation analysis, this study examines the levels of career decision-making self-efficacy, the dimensions of employment intention, and their interrelationships. The findings aim to inform educational policies and career guidance strategies, highlighting the need for tailored support to improve the career decision-making processes and employment outcomes for fine arts education majors in university
Faktor Mempengaruhi Penglibatan dalam Pekerjaan Sambilan dalam kalangan Pegawai Kanan Polis
No full textPenglibatan kerja sambilan dalam kalangan individu kelas jawatan rendah bertujuan memenuhi keperluan asas yang tidak cukup ditanggung dengan pendapatan daripada pekerjaan utama. Walau bagaimanapun penglibatan individu dalam kelas pendapatan pertengahan dan tinggi dalam pekerjaan sambilan dijangka cenderung didorong faktor motivasi yang berbeza daripada kelompok berpendapatan rendah. Kajian ini bertujuan menganalisis faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi penglibatan pegawai kanan polis dalam pekerjaan sambilan dalam kerangka Teori Hiraki Keperluan Maslow. Kajian ini menggunakan kaedah survei di mana soal selidik digunakan sebagai instrumen memperolehi data kajian. Saiz populasi kajian ialah 298 orang yang terdiri daripada pegawai kanan polis yang bertugas di empat kontinjen di negeri Melaka dan saiz sampel mengikut penentuan formula Krejcie dan Morgan (1970) ialah 169 orang. Teknik persampelan berstrata dan berkadaran digunakan bagi menentukan bilangan unit sampel mengikut kontinjen berlainan. Seterusnya, teknik pensampelan bertujuan digunakan bagi memilih individu responden dan 93 orang telah memberi respon melakukan pekerjaan sambilan. Analisis regresi telah digunakan untuk menganalisa faktor-faktor pendorong penglibatan dalam pekerjaan sambilan. Berdasarkan analisis, terdapat dua faktor pendorong yang signifikan dalam penglibatan pegawai kanan polis dalam pekerjaan sambilan iaitu faktor memperluaskan rangkaian kenalan sosial dan mendapatkan kemahiran baharu. Implikasi penemuan ialah pegawai kanan polis yang terlibat dalam pekerjaan sambilan bertujuan mahu memenuhi keperluan rasa pencapaian diri dan kemajuan profesion hakiki melalui pelebaran rangkaian sosial dan kemahiran baharu
Persepsi dan Halangan Guru terhadap Penggunaan Realiti Maya (VR) dalam Pembelajaran Sains di Sekolah Rendah
No full textKajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti persepsi dan cabaran yang dihadapi oleh guru sains sekolah rendah dalam mengintegrasikan teknologi VR dalam pembelajaran Sains. Reka bentuk kajian menggunakan pendekatan kaedah campuran dengan pengumpulan data melalui soal selidik melibatkan 250 orang guru sains sekolah rendah di Selangor yang dipilih secara rawak, serta temu bual mendalam dengan 15 orang guru sains yang turut menyertai soal selidik. Analisis data kuantitatif dilakukan secara deskriptif menggunakan perisian Statistical Package Social Science (SPSS) versi 29.0.2, manakala data kualitatif dianalisis melalui pendekatan analisis tematik. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa tahap kesedaran guru terhadap teknologi VR berada pada tahap sederhana, manakala tahap penerimaan guru adalah rendah. Namun begitu, persepsi guru terhadap keberkesanan VR adalah positif, terutamanya dalam meningkatkan minat murid, menggalakkan penglibatan aktif, serta memudahkan pemahaman konsep Sains yang abstrak melalui pendekatan pembelajaran yang lebih interaktif dan imersif. Walau bagaimanapun, cabaran utama yang dikenal pasti merangkumi kekurangan kemudahan serta akses kepada peralatan VR, tahap keberkesanan teknologi VR dalam meningkatkan pemahaman murid, dan keterbatasan sokongan serta kesediaan pihak kerajaan dan pentadbir sekolah. Implikasi kajian ini menekankan keperluan bagi pembangunan infrastruktur teknologi yang bersesuaian, penyediaan latihan intensif yang komprehensif untuk guru, serta penggubalan garis panduan pedagogi yang sistematik bagi memastikan pengintegrasian teknologi VR dapat dilaksanakan secara efektif dalam pembelajaran Sains
Enhancing Pedagogical Teaching in Forestry and Environmental Science Through Ecopark in Ifugao: A Case Study
No full textThe field-based learning in an ecopark also known as Ecological Trail and Reservation Site of Indigenous Trees (ECOTRIS) located in Ifugao State University, Philippines, plays an essential role in evolving pedagogical teaching, particularly in forestry and environmental science. This case study examines how ECOTRIS serves as a dynamic, hands-on learning environment, fostering experiential education in key areas such as morphology, taxonomy and dendrology, biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation, and sustainable land use practices. ECOTRIS, with its diverse ecosystem of indigenous trees, wetlands, and endemic species, offers students a real-world setting to apply theoretical knowledge and advance practical skills in sustainable management in forestry and environmental science. One of the most important contributions of ECOTRIS is the integration of real life identification of trees in the field into the teaching curriculum. This allows for a holistic approach to education, where traditional classroom simulation practices and sustainable forest management techniques are explored alongside modern scientific concepts. The site also provides a unique platform for studying the relationship between forest ecosystems and soil health, facilitating lessons on pedology, erosion control, and the role of trees in nutrient cycling and carbon sequestration. ECOTRIS is also instrumental in teaching students about biodiversity conservation, serving as a refuge for various endemic and endangered species. Using quantitative methods (correlation analysis) and qualitative feedback, results reveal that ECOTRIS-based learning significantly improves student performance, engagement, and comprehension of biodiversity and sustainability
The Relationship between Locus of Control and Decision-Making among Undergraduate Students
No full textThe present study investigates the relationship between the locus of control and decision-making among undergraduate students. The research sample comprises 200 Cognitive Science students from the Universiti Malaysia Sarawak; it consists of an equal number of male and female students and first-year and final-year students. Two instruments were used to assess the participants: the Levenson Locus of Control Scale and the “How Good Is Your Decision-Making?” Scale. The findings reveal higher scores for male students in decision-making and internal locus of control, while females demonstrated higher external locus of control scores. A positive correlation was also observed between the internal locus of control and the effectiveness of decision-making processes. However, no significant difference was found in locus of control and decision-making abilities between first-year and final-year students. This indicates that these traits remain relatively stable across academic progression. The present study highlights the importance of nurturing an internal locus of control, especially in an academic setting, to enhance students’ decision-making abilities and overall psychological well-being. These findings offer insights into strategies that could be practical for reinforcing students’ internal locus of control while also enhancing their decision-making abilities