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ANALISIS NILAI MORAL MENERUSI TEKS TELADAN TIGA BENUA: (An Analysis Of Moral Values the Text Teladan Tiga Benua)
No full textCerita rakyat merupakan satu bentuk kisah tauladan yang mampu membentuk keperibadian masyarakat setempat. Kekayaan nilai dalam cerita rakyat membuatkan ianya mampu dikekalkan daripada satu generasi ke generasi yang lain. Namun, cerita rakyat pada masa kini kurang disampaikan terutama kepada anak-anak muda. Hal ini kerana anak-anak muda lebih terdedah dengan perkembangan sains dan teknologi seperti permainan komputer, permainan video dan mesin kawalan jauh. Oleh itu, cerita rakyat dianggap kurang releven untuk disampaikan kepada anak-anak muda. Maka, kajian ini dilaksanakan bagi mengenal pasti dan menganalisis nilai moral menerusi teks Teladan Tiga Benua. Kajian ini mengambil beberapa cerita rakyat yang ditemui dalam teks Teladan Tiga Benua. Antara cerita rakyat yang dikenal pasti ialah Lagu Ajaib, Legenda Batu Naga dan Syeikh Butana yang Cerdik. Oleh sebab itu, kajian ini menggunakan kaedah kepustakaan dan analisis teks bagi memperoleh data yang sahih. Kajian ini turut menggunakan teori Takmilah menerusis prinsip kerasulan bersifat Kamil sebagai pengukuhan data. Hasilnya, kajian ini menemukan cerita rakyat mampu mendidik nilai moral ke atas kanak-kanak dengan menerapkan sifat-sifat mulia sebagai seorang khalifah.
ABSTRACT
Folklore is a form of exemplary story that can shape the personality of the local community. The richness of values in folklore makes it possible to maintain it from one generation to another. However, folklore is currently less conveyed, especially to young people. This is because young people are more exposed to the development of science and technology such as computer games, video games and remote control machines. Therefore, folklore is considered less relevant to convey to young people. Therefore, this study was carried out to identify and analyze moral values through the text Teladan Tiga Benua. This study took several folklore found in the text Teladan Tiga Benua. Among the folklore identified are Lagu Ajaib, Legenda Batu Naga and Syeikh Butana yang Cerdik. Therefore, this study uses the method of literature and text analysis to obtain valid data. This study also uses the theory of Takmilah through the principle of apostolicity that is Kamil as a data reinforcement. As a result, this study found that folklore is able to educate moral values in children by instilling noble qualities as a caliph.
EVALUATING CULTURAL HERITAGE TOURISM THROUGH A MULTIDIMENSIONAL LENS: METHODS, MODELS, AND THE CASE OF THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA: (Penilaian Pelancongan Warisan Budaya Bangsa Melalui Kaca Mata Multi-Dimensi : Kaedah, Model Dan Kajian Kes Tembok Besar China)
No full textCultural heritage tourism plays a pivotal role in the preservation of both tangible and intangible heritage while contributing to regional socio-economic development. This study addresses the growing needs to evaluate the multidimensional value of cultural heritage amid rapid tourism expansion. The objective is to systematically review the development of cultural heritage tourism and examine contemporary methods used for heritage value assessment. Methodologically, this research adopts a literature review approach, analyzing domestic and international sources to explore qualitative and quantitative evaluation tools, including Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), factor analysis, fuzzy comprehensive evaluation, the Travel Cost Method (TCM), and the Contingent Valuation Method (CVM). Case analyses—particularly the Great Wall Cultural Heritage Corridor and its incorporation into China’s National Cultural Park framework—highlight the evolving practices of integrated conservation, digital engagement, and community participation. Findings reveal a predominance of economic and tangible asset valuation in current literature, with insufficient attention paid to socio-cultural dimensions such as collective memory, identity, and local participation. The paper concludes that sustainable cultural heritage tourism requires a more inclusive and community-centered governance model, alongside innovative strategies such as immersive digital technologies and cross-sector collaboration. This multidimensional and dynamic approach ensures heritage remains a living cultural asset while balancing conservation and development goals.
ENHANCING CHILDREN’S ARTISTIC CREATIVITY THROUGH ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGY IN CHINESE PRIMARY SCHOOLS
No full textExisting studies lack discussion on challenges in fostering Chinese children\u27s artistic creativity and offer no clear conclusions on AI\u27s impact. This study explores the challenges in cultivating children\u27s artistic creativity in primary schools in China and the impact of digital technology on this process. This study will be conducted through a systematic literature review and induction, current problems will be analysed, strategies will be proposed from a theoretical perspective, and future development trends will be analysed. The finding reveals that through a scoping review of 16 relevant studies, it was found that AI technology plays three leading roles in enhancing children\u27s artistic creativity: as a tool, tutor, and medium. AI as a tool helps generate creative ideas, as a tutor provides guidance and support, and as a medium facilitates learning and collaboration. The study highlights the significant role of AI in stimulating children\u27s interest and enhancing their artistic creativity while noting potential risks, such as increased cognitive load and copyright issues. The research concludes that while digital technology, especially AI, offers substantial benefits for children\u27s artistic creativity, its application requires careful consideration of pedagogical strategies and ethical issues. Future research should continue to explore the effective integration of AI in art education to enhance children\u27s creative abilities
ASSESSING USER SATISFACTION OF SMART PARKING PAYMENT SYSTEM IN SELANGOR
No full textThe Smart Selangor Parking (SSP) app aims to enhance digital adoption in Selangor\u27s journey toward becoming a livable smart state. However, user satisfaction with the app remains unclear, raising concerns about its effectiveness in fostering economically productive and environmentally conscious communities. The research question is: What factors significantly influence user satisfaction with the SSP application? Thus, the objectives are to identify the factors influencing user satisfaction with SSP and determine which factors have the most significant impact. This analysis aims to provide insights into areas that require improvement to enhance the app\u27s effectiveness and adoption. This study follows a quantitative design to assess user satisfaction with the SSP app. It includes three phases: definition, exploratory, and confirmation. In the definition phase, the research problem and objectives are set. The exploratory phase involves collecting data and refining the research questions. The confirmation phase rigorously tests hypotheses using statistical techniques. Validation activities ensure the reliability and validity of the findings, such as ensuring accurate measurements and testing the consistency of data collection methods. The findings revealed that user satisfaction with the Smart Selangor Parking app is most influenced by learnability, which ensures ease of use and minimises distractions. Helpfulness also plays a significant role, as providing relevant information enhances user satisfaction. Emotional attachment, controllability, and efficiency were also factors, though efficiency had the least impact. Overall, this study emphasises the importance of usability, clear information, and user-centred design in enhancing satisfaction. This study contributes to understanding factors influencing user satisfaction with mobile parking payment applications in Malaysia, offering valuable insights for developers and policymakers. It highlights the importance of usability, user perceptions, and barriers to adoption, guiding future research and enhancing the effectiveness of mobile payment systems for parking
A USER-CENTERED DIGITAL REPOSITORY: DESIGNING AND EVALUATING HOBBYHAVEN FOR COLLECTORS
No full textCollecting physical and digital items has become increasingly popular, but many collectors struggle with keeping their collections organised, accessible, and easy to manage. Traditional methods, such as manual record-keeping or essential digital tools, often fail to meet their needs. This study introduces HobbyHaven, a web-based repository designed to simplify collection management. The platform allows users to store, organise, and track their collectables more efficiently. The goal is to create a simple, intuitive, and customisable system, making it accessible to collectors of all experience levels. HobbyHaven was developed using the Waterfall methodology, which follows a structured approach that includes gathering user requirements, designing the system, and building a functional prototype. To evaluate its usability, we applied the Website Analysis and Measurement Inventory (WAMMI) framework, which assesses key factors such as attractiveness, ease of use, helpfulness, efficiency, and learnability. A total of 35 participants tested the system and provided feedback through a five-point Likert scale questionnaire. The results showed high user satisfaction, particularly with navigation (85.8%) and helpfulness (85.7%), indicating that users found the platform well-structured and easy to use; however, some areas required improvement. For instance, only 45.7% strongly agreed that the visual design was appealing. In comparison, 37.1% felt neutral about the need for better introductory guidance, and a further 37.1% agreed that some features were difficult to locate. HobbyHaven has the potential to significantly enhance collection management by providing an organised, user friendly, and accessible platform. Reducing reliance on outdated methods allows collectors to track and manage their items more effectively, fostering knowledge sharing and community engagement. Its open-access feature enables users to explore collections without requiring registration, making it more inclusive. With further improvements—such as AI-driven categorisation and integrated social networking features—HobbyHaven could evolve into a leading digital repository for collectors, transforming how collections are documented, shared, and preserved
TRACING THE TRAJECTORY OF SOCIAL WELL-BEING PUBLICATIONS: A BIBLIOMETRIC APPROACH
No full textSocial well-being is an approach that deals with the quality of social relationships within the wider community. This approach involves a person\u27s social interactions with others while building healthy relationships and providing positive stimulation from social networks. Meanwhile, this studies aims to explore social well-being research-related publishing patterns and trends the most commonly used author keywords in the Scopus and Web of Science (WoS) databases. The eminent software, ScientoPy and VOSviewer, are used to run and execute relevant publication data retrieved from Scopus and WoS. The results showed a positive trend in the growth of social well-being literature in both databases since 1968. The top three research areas that dominate this topic are “psychology”, “public, environmental & occupational health”, and “business & economics”. Based on a country analysis, United States has become an active publisher, followed by the United Kingdom and Australia. Importantly, this studies emphasised the scholarly practices prevalent in social well-being research have impressively propagated. The trends will assist researchers in recognizing various fields in identifying the core areas, proactive institutions, and productive authors published in this knowledge for supplementary investigation. Besides, by examining the most popular keywords, the results of this studies enable researchers to discover the possibility for future research that may be conducted, particularly concerning the annual growth rates, which have been trending in the last five years
DEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH HIV-RELATED KNOWLEDGE AMONG TRANSGENDER ADULT: EVIDENCE FROM MALAYSIA
No full textThe incidence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a major public health concern. Knowledge is a protective factor for the spread of HIV. However, there remains a lack of research exploring sociodemographic determinants of HIV knowledge among transgender adults. The objective of this study is to examine the influences of demographic factors on HIV-related knowledge based on a dataset of transgender adults. Cross-sectional data derived from the Integrated Biological and Behavioral Surveillance Survey (IBBS) 2017 (n = 888) were utilised. HIV-related knowledge was used as the outcome variable comprising three categories: poor, moderate and high knowledge. The independent impacts of age, income categories, education levels, ethnic groups and employment status on levels of HIV-related knowledge were assessed using ordered probit regression. Findings from this study revealed that a large proportion of transgender adults possessed high knowledge about HIV. Older transgender adults were more probable to possess high knowledge related to HIV compared to younger ones. The likelihood of acquiring poor knowledge surrounding HIV was lower in transgender adults earning incomes of Ringgit Malaysia (RM) ≥2000 per month compared to those making less than RM 499. Transgender adults had a higher likelihood of possessing high knowledge about HIV if they attained a tertiary academic qualification. Age, income and education are seen as key contributing factors of HIV-related knowledge in the transgender adult population. Particularly, transgender adults having poor HIV-related knowledge tend to be in younger age groups, be low-income earners and have a low educational background. Intervention measures aimed at safeguarding people from transmitting HIV should therefore pay special attention to transgender people’s demographic traits. The suggested policies include use of social apps to disseminate HIV-related information, improving accessibility of educational resources in low-income transgender people, and advertising the risk of HIV in the mass media
EXAMINING THE PERCEPTION OF MUSLIMS ON THE ROLE OF WAQF TOWARDS POVERTY REDUCTION: A CASE STUDY OF RIJIYAR ZAKI, KANO, NIGERIA
No full textOne of the Islamic strategies of poverty reduction is waqf. This strategy had played a significant role in financing socio-religious and public welfare systems during the early days of Islam and is still relevant today. Many Muslim communities such as Malaysia are utilizing waqf for poverty reduction and enhancing the living condition of its citizens, but that is not the case in Nigeria. The objective of the paper is therefore to find out the reasons why waqf is not being fully utilized for poverty reduction by the Muslims in Nigeria, with particular reference to Muslims in Rijiyar Zaki, Kano- Nigeria. This was done by examining the perception of Muslims in Rijiyar Zaki, Kano- Nigeriaon waqf, its role in poverty reduction, and the reasons for its under-utilization. In carrying out the study, quantitative research method was used, and questionnaire was adopted as the instrument for collecting data. Data collected was then analyzed using descriptive analysis through the use of simple frequency counts and percentages. One of the major findings of the research was Muslims in this area have insufficient knowledge and lack of awareness regarding waqf. Providing proper education and sensitization on waqf may likely increase utilization of waqf for poverty reduction in the area of the study
SAFEGUARDING PERSONAL DATA IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR: UNVEILING THE IMPACT OF THE NEW PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION ACT IN INDONESIA
No full textPersonal data protection is a significant issue that has attracted public attention in recent years due to various personal data leaks, especially those held by public sector institutions. The issue prompted lawmakers to re-open the discussion of the Personal Data Protection Bill (PDP Bill), which was finally enacted in October 2022. An essential aspect addressed in the newly enacted PDP Act was data protection by public sector institutions in Indonesia. Several studies showed that the collection of personal data by these institutions is primarily mandatory. Therefore, this study examines the laws and regulations related to personal data protection by public sector institutions and the potential implementation challenges. The challenges include the tendency to “prioritise” sectoral regulations over the PDP Act and the potential to “over-utilise” and “over-interpret” data protection exemptions. The findings indicated that the newly enacted PDP Act provided excessive leeway for public institutions to exempt data subjects’ rights despite the high standard for data processing. The findings suggested that to achieve a meaningful implementation of the PDP Act, the mandated supervisory authority must be independent in carrying out its duties and functions to ensure the just enforcement of personal data protection in the public and private sectors. In addition, the government must develop a strategy to ensure the consistency of data protection implementation through various legislations currently being drafted, as well as harmonising the PDP Act with other related Acts
BALANCING ACT: HOW INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL RISKS SHAPE WORKING CAPITAL DECISIONS IN MALAYSIA
No full textThis paper examines how working capital investment decisions relate to various internal and external risks faced by Malaysian firms. The study employed fixed effects instrumental variable estimation to analyse cross-sectional panel data from 406 firms listed on the Malaysian Securities Exchange (Bursa Malaysia). The results confirmed the hypothesised relationships between the various risks firms face and their working capital investment decisions. These relationships were statistically significant at the 5% or 1% levels for all risks, except for credit risk. Additionally, the connection between economic growth and a firm’s market strength in relation to its working capital investment was not confirmed. The industry analysis indicates that firms in the basic materials sector were more sensitive to all measured risks than firms in other sectors. This research fills a gap in the emerging economies literature by examining how working capital investment decisions relate to internal and external risks for Malaysian firms. The findings may assist firms in making more informed decisions regarding their working capital investments. To date, this is the first study to examine the impact of a broad range of risks on working capital investment decisions for firms in an emerging economy