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Pembelajaran kemahiran lompat kijang melalui pendekatan berpaksikan kekangan
No full textKajian ini bertujuan untuk membandingkan pembelajaran kemahiran bagi acara lompat kijang dengan menggunakan dua kaedah latihan yang berbeza iaitu pendekatan berpaksikan kekangan (PBK) dan pendekatan latihan tradisional (PLT). Pembelajaran kemahiran menggunakan kaedah PBK dikaitkan dengan interaksi kekangan antara kekangan tugas, kekangan individu dan kekangan persekitaran, individu akan mengalami ketidakstabilan dan mengalami proses organisasi kendiri apabila manipulasi terhadap mana-mana kekangan dilaksanakan. Kajian kuasi - eksperimental ini melibatkan lapan (8) orang individu novis berusia 11 hingga 12 tahun di sebuah sekolah rendah daerah Bintulu, Sarawak. Atlet dibahagikan kepada dua kumpulan menggunakan kaedah pasangan sepadan (matched paired design) berpandukan kepada keputusan ujian lompat kijang berdiri (LKB) pada pra ujian. Penilaian dilaksanakan menggunakan ujian Lompat Kijang Berdiri (LKB) dan Ujian Lompat Kijang Larian Lima langkah (LKL5L) sebanyak tiga kali pengujian iaitu Ujian Pra (P1), Ujian Pertengahan - Pasca 1 (P2) dan Ujian Pasca 2 (P3). Ujian pengukuran Mixed ANOVA dan ujian saiz kesan dilaksanakan bagi menilai prestasi lompatan kedua-dua kumpulan. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan peningkatan prestasi bagi kedua-dua kumpulan untuk kesan utama bagi tempoh masa iaitu F(1,6)=10.063, p=0.003, ƞ²=0.626 bagi ujian LKB dan F(1,6)=13.590, p<.001, ƞ²=0.694 bagi ujian LKL5L. Manakala dapatan ujian saiz kesan bagi LKB adalah pada magnitud sederhana semasa P2 iaitu 1.158 dan rendah semasa P3 iaitu ES=1.189, bagi ujian LKL5L pula adalah masing-masing ES=1.498 (P2) bermagnitud sederhana dan rendah pada P3 iaitu ES=.723. Implikasi kajian menggunakan PBK adalah bersifat tidak linear iaitu individu akan mengalami proses organisasi diri apabila berada dalam fasa ketidakstabilan bagi mencari penyelesaian masalah corak pergerakan yang kompleks seperti lakuan dalam acara lompat kijang
Tahap kebimbangan seketika dalam kalangan pemain bola sepak dan bola jaring di sekolah-sekolah menengah di daerah Kota Kinabalu
No full textKajian ini bertujuan untuk meneliti tahap kebimbangan seketika dalam kalangan pemain bola sepak dan bola jaring sekolah menengah berumur 13 hingga 18 tahun yang menyertai Kejohanan Majlis Sukan Sekolah-Sekolah Daerah Kota Kinabalu (MSSDKK). Seramai 138 orang atlet telah dipilih secara persampelan rawak berkelompok, terdiri daripada 70 orang pemain bola sepak dan 68 orang pemain bola jaring daripada lima buah sekolah yang terpilih. Instrumen Competitive State Anxiety Inventory-2 (CSAI-2) digunakan bagi mengukur tiga komponen kesediaan psikologi atlet, iaitu kebimbangan kognitif seketika, kebimbangan somatik seketika dan keyakinan diri, satu jam sebelum pertandingan bermula. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa pemain bola jaring mencatatkan tahap kebimbangan kognitif dan somatik yang lebih tinggi berbanding pemain bola sepak, manakala pemain bola sepak menunjukkan tahap keyakinan diri yang lebih tinggi secara signifikan. Ujian ANOVA Sehala mendapati tiada perbezaan yang signifikan berdasarkan kumpulan umur. Namun, ujian-t bebas menunjukkan terdapat perbezaan yang signifikan dalam ketiga-tiga dimensi yang dikaji: kebimbangan kognitif, kebimbangan somatik dan keyakinan diri; berdasarkan jantina dan jenis sukan (p < 0.05). Secara umumnya, atlet perempuan (pemain bola jaring) mengalami kebimbangan yang lebih tinggi dan keyakinan diri yang lebih rendah berbanding atlet lelaki (pemain bola sepak). Hasil kajian ini menekankan kepentingan menangani cabaran psikologi dalam kalangan atlet muda, terutamanya atlet wanita. Latihan kemahiran psikologi seperti teknik relaksasi dan pembinaan keyakinan diri disarankan agar diterapkan dalam program latihan jurulatih bagi meningkatkan prestasi dan kesejahteraan atlet secara menyeluruh
A review on the detection methods of the resistant gene in Acinetobacter baumannii
No full textThe rising prevalence of Multidrug-Resistant (MDR) Acinetobacter baumannii, particularly in hospital environments, has become a global health concern due to its capacity to cause severe infections and its resistance to conventional antibiotics. This article reviews the detection methods for the resistant genes, focusing on carbapenem-resistant A. baumannii (CRAB), where various phenotypic, molecular, and advanced diagnostic technologies, with particular attention to Fluorescence Resonance Energy Transfer (FRET) assays based on Quantum Dots (QDs) and Graphene Oxide (GO), are reviewed. These nanoparticle-based FRET assays show promising potential for rapid, sensitive, and multiplex detection of antibiotic resistance genes, offering significant improvements over traditional methods. In particular, integrating QDs and GO as donor-acceptor pairs in FRET allows real-time detection and high specificity of a key determinant of carbapenem resistance in A. baumannii. Adopting these advanced diagnostic tools could revolutionise infection control and management, providing timely and accurate diagnostics that are crucial in clinical settings
Lino block printmaking in visual arts education for form 1 transition students: A project-based approach to cultural and environmental literacy
No full textThis study explores the effectiveness of Lino Block Printmaking as an innovative pedagogical approach in visual arts education for form 1 Transition students. By integrating themes of flora and fauna, this technique promotes interdisciplinary learning, encouraging students to develop technical proficiency, creative expression, and cultural and environmental awareness. Through a qualitative case study approach, data were collected via classroom observations, student artwork analysis, and semi-structured interviews involving 42 form 1 Transition students. Findings reveal significant improvements in artistic skills and technical mastery, particularly in carving techniques, ink application, and manipulating positive and negative space. Students demonstrated enhanced control over line thickness and motif detailing, resulting in visually appealing and sophisticated prints. Furthermore, the project-based learning framework effectively reinforced students’ understanding of essential visual arts concepts, including balance, contrast, repetition, and composition. Additionally, the thematic exploration of flora and fauna motifs fostered a deeper appreciation of local biodiversity and cultural heritage. The incorporation of sustainable art practices, such as using eco-friendly materials, heightened students’ awareness of ethical and responsible creative practices. This interdisciplinary approach not only promoted artistic growth but also contributed to developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and reflective skills. The study concludes that Lino Block Printmaking serves as a valuable educational tool for enhancing students’ artistic and conceptual competencies while promoting cultural and environmental literacy. Recommendations include integrating digital tools, encouraging eco-friendly practices, and organizing student exhibitions to maximize learning outcomes
Strategy for strengthening the creative industry through the study of Jombangan Batik aesthetics and analysis of its manufacturing process
No full textThe strategy of developing creative industries based on local wisdom is a means that can be adapted in the era of technological development. This effort can be done by analyzing the in-depth part of cultural products such as batik. The existence of batik, which not only covers the world of art, culture but also industry, can be utilized as a basis for building strategies. Exploring the strategy of strengthening local wisdom-based creative industries is obtained through the process of studying Jombangan Batik in East Java using qualitative methods. Data collection techniques in the form of observation and interviews were conducted at CV. Chariesma Batik Sejahtera is a batik production site in Jombang Regency. Data mining is also strengthened through literature review techniques with aligned topics. It was found that the strategy of using local wisdom in CV. Chariesma Batik Sejahtera utilizes local wisdom in the pre-production stage to produce sales. This can be a foundation or model to be applied in other creative industries. The utilization of local wisdom as a source of ideas in making products, ranging from materials, naming, values, and visuals. The manufacturing process can also include local wisdom, such as the value of protecting the environment and improving work skills. Thus, this strategy can be implemented and become an inspiration for other creative industries in incorporating elements and values from local wisdom
Bridging heritage and modernity: A comparative study of traditional Chinese and western flower-and-bird paintings
No full textThe research paper investigates the minute intricacies of the correlation between cultural philosophies and aesthetic traditions by conducting a comparative analysis of the flower-and-bird motifs between traditional Chinese and Western paintings. The research uses the theory of Erwin Panofsky's Iconography and Iconology framework to examine the painting techniques which include brushstrokes, color, and composition that identify the way these elements reflect the broader cultural attitude towards nature. Chinese paintings, especially the ones relating to the Chang ’an School are known to be rooted in the Daoist and Confucian philosophies. This emphasizes harmony, interconnectedness, and balance. On the contrary, Western artworks of the same motif by artists such as Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet focus on emotional depth through individual perspective and resonance. The paper conducts qualitative research through the incorporation of primary research data from the various artworks from both Chinese and Western artists as well as secondary data from existing academic literature which helped to analyses the symbolic and visual details. The primary findings of the research show that Chinese art is more focused on universal moral philosophies that use symbolic motifs whereas the Western approach priorities personal expression and highlights the transience of natural beauty. The paper concludes with a final recommendation for future research into the influence of globalization and digital technology on the traditional artistic forms and techniques which foster hybrid styles and create connectivity between the East and the West
Arabic language curriculum as a foundation for strengthening religious education in public higher education
No full textThis study was conducted to examine the implementation of the Arabic Language Program (ALP) and to explore how Arabic functions as a foundational medium for the acquisition of Islamic knowledge at a public higher education institution in Malaysia. This study employed a mixed-method exploratory design in two phases. The first phase involved qualitative data collection through semi-structured interviews with 46 informants, classroom observations of two classes and document analysis. These findings were used to construct a quantitative questionnaire, which was then administered in the second phase to 184 respondents. The data were analyzed thematically and statistically with triangulation to ensure depth and validity. The study identified three overarching themes: (i) Towards a Dynamic Arabic Language Curriculum for Holistic Islamic Education, (ii) A Curriculum That Meets the Pedagogical Needs of Arabic Language and Religious Learning and (iii) Challenges in the Execution of the ALP Curriculum. While the findings indicate that ALP has effectively supported students’ progress in Islamic studies, the long-established structure of the curriculum may give benefit from greater responsiveness to current educational and industrial needs. Therefore, it is recommended that further studies be conducted to explore lecturers’ perspectives and post-program outcomes in order to assess its long-term impact and sustainability. This study provides an in-depth evaluation of a 40-year-old Arabic preparatory program, emphasizing its role in strengthening Islamic education and identifying key areas for reform. It offers a valuable framework for enhancing Arabic language curriculum in higher education, particularly for non-native speakers especially in Southeast Asia, in support of religious educational objectives
Isu jenayah: Tinjauan dari perspektif masyarakat di Kota Belud
No full textKajian ini dijalankan bertujuan untuk mengenalpasti isu jenayah berdasarkan tinjauan masyarakat di Kota Belud, Sabah. Seramai 24 orang informan telah dipilih secara rawak yang juga merupakan masyarakat tempatan di kawasan Pekan Kota Belud ditemubual untuk mendapatkan maklumat bagi melengkapkan kajian ini. Terdapat tiga objektif yang dikaji iaitu mengenalpasti masalah jenayah yang sering berlaku di Kota Belud, mengkaji gambaran jenayah di daerah Kota Belud dan menganalisis keberkesanan kemudahan keselamatan yang disediakan di daerah Kota Belud. Metodologi yang digunakan adalah berfokuskan sepenuhnya terhadap kaedah kualitatif. Hasil kajian mendapati bahawa walaupun kadar jenayah secara keseluruhannya berada dalam keadaan terkawal, namun ianya tetap menimbulkan keresahan dan kebimbangan dalam kalangan masyarakat di Kota Belud. Tambahan lagi, penambahbaikan dari segi kemudahan keselamatan oleh Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) adalah perlu bagi meningkatkan keselamatan masyarakat dengan lebih berkesan. Oleh itu, dapatan kajian ini membolehkan pihak yang berwajib mengambil tindakan susulan dan pendekatan yang sewajarnya dalam usaha menangani isu jenayah dalam kalangan masyarakat khususnya di Kota Belud, Sabah
Investigating EEG-based neurofeedback for cognitive enhancement in remote learning
No full textThis research examines the effectiveness of neurofeedback in improving attention in remote learning environments using the passive brain computer interface (BCI). Participants had three EEG-based neurofeedback training sessions, receiving immediate feedback on their cognitive states to improve attention and diminish inattentiveness by self-regulating brain activity. The results indicated substantial enhancements in attention during the sessions, as shown by elevated beta and gamma activity, which are essential for attention regulation and cognitive processing. Power spectral density (PSD) measurement demonstrated sustained increased brainwave power over time, corroborating individuals’ capacity to modify brain activity successfully. An analysis of variance (ANOVA) with a single factor revealed a significant increase in attention levels throughout sessions (F (2„ 27) = 95.06, p < 0.0001), with post-hoc Tukey’s tests demonstrating considerable improvements between Sessions 1 and 3 (mean difference = 5.261, p = 0.001). The beta and gamma activity study corroborated the participants’ cognitive engagement enhancement, evidenced by less inattentiveness and improved higher-order processing. The negligible latency in processing real-time feedback guaranteed that the feedback stayed pertinent to the task. This study underscores the efficacy of neurofeedback as a valuable instrument for improving attention and cognitive engagement in online learning settings. Future studies should investigate long-term impacts, individualized feedback systems, and the incorporation of additional cognitive training methodologies to optimize the advantages of neurofeedback in educational setting
Adiabatic combustion chamber pyrolysis for palm kernel shell biochar production
No full textThe rapid expansion of the palm oil industry has raised concerns about the increasing generation of waste, particularly Palm Kernel Shells (PKS). However, these byproducts present promising opportunities for conversion into valuable resources such as charcoal. To facilitate this process, a combustion chamber was designed and constructed to conduct pyrolysis for PKS charcoal production. This study aims to evaluate the performance of the combustion chamber in consistently reaching and maintaining a temperature of 600˚C using mangrove wood as fuel. Additionally, the quality of PKS charcoal was assessed by measuring its electrical resistance with an ohm meter, providing a quantitative indicator of carbonization. The calorific value of charcoal briquettes produced from powdered PKS charcoal was also analyses. Performance testing of the combustion chamber revealed that it achieved a maximum temperature of 795˚C at T1 and 671˚C at T2, confirming its capability to sustain the pyrolysis process. The measured electrical resistance of the PKS charcoal was 1.73Ω, indicating low resistance and, consequently, a high-quality charcoal product. The moisture content of the PKS charcoal was determined to be 4%, signifying a relatively low moisture level, which is crucial for maintaining high charcoal quality. Furthermore, the calorific value of the PKS charcoal was found to be 21.552 MJ/Kg, categorizing it as a moderate-to-high-quality fuel source. Charcoal with a higher calorific value releases more energy during combustion. In conclusion, this study demonstrates that palm kernel shell waste from the palm oil sector can be effectively converted into high-quality charcoal, highlighting its potential as a valuable and sustainable resource