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Determinants of tax compliance intention: a review of non-economic factors
No full textTaxes are the primary source of income for the government. Tax collection is the most reliable method of fostering national development. In order to collect the correct amount of total national tax income, taxpayer compliance must occur. Because of this, any kind of tax non-compliance activity could result in large losses for the government. Tax compliance issues have received a lot of attention from scholars over the past few decades due to the pressing requirement to make sure that the tax revenue is sufficient to cover the budgeted national spending. This prompted thorough and in-depth examinations that exposed various viewpoints. Based on this, this research study examines the prior literature on the non-economic factors of tax compliance issues in order to emphasise the scope, methodology, and models employed by earlier researchers in order to identify research gaps and suggest those for future studies. Previous research's scope, geographic location, theories/models, and technique were all analysed to help with understanding the topic at hand. The report has also highlighted and made recommendations for important areas where future research should focus. Finally, it has identified the patterns of earlier studies with reference to these three elements
Hubungan antara pengetahuan dan kemahiran guru dengan pelaksanaan belajar melalui bermain di prasekolah
Full text linkKejayaan pelaksanaan belajar melalui bermain di prasekolah amat bergantung kepada
tahap pengetahuan dan tahap kemahiran guru. Kajian ini dilaksanakan bertujuan
mengkaji tahap pengetahuan dan kemahiran guru dalam melaksanakan belajar melalui
bermain. Selain itu, tujuan kajian juga adalah untuk melihat hubungan di antara
pengetahuan dan kemahiran guru dengan pelaksanaan belajar melalui bermain di
prasekolah. Kajian ini dilaksanakan secara kuantitatif menggunakan rekabentuk kajian
tinjauan. Seramai 56 orang guru tadika swasta di Daerah Marang, Terengganu telah
dipilih sebagai responden untuk kajian ini. Instrumen soal selidik digunakan bagi
memperoleh data kajian. Data dianalisis menggunakan aplikasi Statistical Package for
Social Science (SPSS) versi 28.0. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan tahap pengetahuan dan
tahap kemahiran yang tinggi oleh responden dalam melaksanakan aktiviti belajar melalui
bermain di mana tahap pengetahuan menunjukkan min 4.35 dan min tahap kemahiran
adalah 4.31. Dapatan kajian juga menunjukkan hubungan yang signifikan di antara
pengetahuan (r =.849, p <.005) dan kemahiran guru (r = .828, p < .005) dengan
pelaksanaan belajar melalui bermain di prasekolah. Keseluruhan kajian menunjukkan
bahawa pengetahuan dan kemahiran guru sangat penting dalam menjayakan pelaksanaan
belajar melalui bermain bagi membantu perkembangan sosial, emosi, kognitif dan fizikal
kanak-kanak secara bersepadu dan holistik
Improvement of Training Programme during COVID19 Pandemic on Private Institution
No full textThe COVID-19 epidemic has caused many organizations to experience substantial makeover,
reconsidering crucial feature of their business development and use of know-how to maintain processes at
the same time as following to an altering setting of strategics and difference procedures. The purpose of this
paper is to provide the introduction on the impact of the job of the school principal during the Covid-19
pandemic and the problem affected by the epidemic in education. The exertion of managing the occurrence
from spreading further has made world frontrunners improve splendid-strict procedures to break the chain
of COVID-19. The World Health Organization (WHO) (2019) has suggested having social
distancing and bodily distancing, but it has generated tough choices for every nation to implement. In
March 2020 Malaysia had adopted “large-scale social constraints” because of the escalating number of
people infected with COVID-19. As a result, working from home and home-schooling for students
ranging from the primary childhood education level to higher schooling were practiced. There is an urgent
need of a good training program due to the unexpected consequence of the epidemic in school. The novice
principals without much experience in handling and managing the condition have deteriorated the
situation. Hence there is an immediate need for the application of the training program. Regardless of the
inception of Covid-19 and its associated challenges, all program leaders must stay on enrolled and
participated in the training program. (Abstract by author
The role of open university and its impact on the development of a skilled health workforce
No full textThe Covid-19 pandemic and the emergence of its various strains, most recently Omicron, have provided us with an opportunity to observe how the healthcare environment has changed and how health care workers (HCWs) have responded to these changes. The healthcare sector is evolving faster than ever, making it essential for HCWs to receive top-notch, ongoing training and education. Making sure patients receive the finest treatment is a responsibility shared by HCWs. HCWs can ensure this by taking part in regular training during their career. However, the announcement of the movement control order (MCO) by the National Security Council has indefinitely disrupted the learning and teaching in tertiary centres and the majority were forced to suspend their learning activities. This study investigates the role and positive impact of Open University on developing a skilled health workforce in the post-pandemic era, leveraging on industry 4.0. METHOD. A multi-centric cross-sectional survey-based study was conducted to explore the perception among students of nursing and Assistant Medical Officer at Open University Malaysia. RESULTS. This paper aims to explore the role and the subsequent impact of Open University Malaysia on the development of a skilled healthcare workforce. CONCLUSION. The open distance learning model should be considered to change the landscape of conventional medical and nursing education to allow more opportunities for already busy nurses and Assistant Medical Officers to further their tertiary education to become the most qualified individuals to meet the growing need of our local healthcare industry. (Abstract by authors
The Relationship between customer satisfaction, Corporate Social Responsibility activities towards customer loyalty in TNB Kuantan Pahang
Full text linkThe potential opening of the power sector's retail space will give customers more options to buy their electricity and is likely to have earnings impact on Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB). As of right now, TNB is the only retail energy provider in Peninsular Malaysia. Recent reports suggested that the government was investigating the possibility of allowing new energy suppliers to enter the market and the findings are expected to be made public in the near future. Loyalty on the part of customers is recognized as one of the most important goals that TNB should strive for in order to build a sustainable advantage in the market. Customer loyalty is one of the most important yardsticks for achievement for unique organizations in a competitive business climate. It is shown by the customers' continued patronage of the unique enterprises. The degree to which customers are committed to the missions, priorities, products, and services that TNB reveals a lot about how successful their business is in the marketplace. This study is to examine the relationship between TNB Corporate Social Responsibility activities and Customer Satisfaction Index towards Customer Loyalty for TNB customers in Kuantan, Pahang. The quantitative survey method was used to collect the data. Part of customers of TNB were chosen as the sample of the study. The result of preliminary analyses, testes, discusses and come out the result of all variables of study, the factor analysis, correlation, and the regressions analyses on the direct and indirect relationship among the variables. The result revealed direct significant relationships between the independent variables (corporate social responsibility and customer satisfaction) and dependent variable (customer loyalty)
Factors Influencing Behavioural Intention to Adopt the QR-Code Payment: Extending UTAUT2 Model
No full textThis study aims to identify the factors which affect the consumers’ behavioural intention to adopt the Quick response code (QR-code) mobile payment. This study extends the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology 2 (UTAUT2) with the personal innovativeness construct. This study reveals that performance expectancy, social influence, habit, price value, and personal innovativeness in information technology are significantly related to behavioural intention to adopt QR-code mobile payment. However, effort expectancy, facilitating conditions, and hedonic motivation are found to be statistically insignificant. This study presents one of the few empirical works investigating the role of consumer innovativeness and thus validates the inclusion of personal innovativeness as constructed in mobile payment adoption research. Findings from this study provide valuable insights for mobile payment application developers and mobile payment marketing teams. (Abstract by authors
Blended Learning in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Training Institute
No full textThis paper discusses blended learning in Technical and Vocational Education and Training
(TVET) Training Institute. Blended learning is an approach of teaching and learning that
combines different technologies and methods to improve the educational experience in TVET.
Blended learning in TVET can be categorised into three models; learning in classroom and
workshop enhanced with technology, on- the-job training supplemented with classroom,
distance and online learning as well as fully distance and online learning. ADDIE model is
applied alongside Google Classroom as a blended learning platform in TVET institution as an
initiative to meet the challenges of 21st century learning skills. During the COVID-19 pandemic,
most of the TVET institutions implement blended learning method to conduct their training
and theory courses online. (Abstract by authors
Academic Performance of APEL Students in Open and Distance Learning
No full textAccreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) has paved greater access to lifelong learning opportunities. The systematic
process of assessing prior learning for gaining access to higher education and accreditations for courses is a game-changing movement
in Malaysian Education. Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) introduced the Open Entry Admission System in 2006
and gave the mandate to the Open University Malaysia to be the pioneer for operationalising it nationwide. The main objective
of introducing APEL in Malaysia is to democratise education and develop human capital. The enrolment of students entering
open and distance learning (ODL) institutions through the APEL system has increased over the years. More universities have
been appointed to be the assessment centres. However, there is a lack of studies investigating the performance of students who
have undergone the APEL system for admission. Thus, this study aims to examine the academic performance of APEL
students and how their demographic factors influence academic performance. A quantitative research approach will be employed
to collect data on students’ academic performance based on the CGPA and demographic information. The population of this
study was all learners under the Faculty of Business and Management (FBM). The results showed demographic factors such as
age, marital status and type of programme does influence the APEL entrants’ academic performance (CGPA) This is significant
findings as ODL institutions will be able to take necessary proactive measures to establish appropriate action for curbing dropout
rates. (Abstract by authors
Learner profiling: a study on Big Five Personality Traits and Lifelong Learning skills
No full textThere are many interventions introduced by Open University Malaysia in supporting its learners to successfully complete the programme that they have enrolled in. An example is the use of personality traits dimensions to predict learners' Lifelong Learning skills dimension. The research was carried out using a survey instrument which measures 34 items within six dimensions including the five dimensions based on the Big Five Personality Traits and the Lifelong Learning skills. The sample for this study was taken from the population of first semester learners during the September 2019 semester. All new learners are enrolled in one of the compulsory courses OUMH1603: Learning Skills for 21st Century. Data was collected online using the Survey Monkey platform within a-month duration. 411 out of 2546 (16.14%) responses were obtained. The data analysis was carried out based on descriptive statistics and structural equation modeling by using SPSS and AMOS software. The findings indicate that all dimensions have high Cronbach's Alpha scores (more than 0.8) which means that all dimensions are reliable. In addition, Openness to Experience, Conscientiousness, Agreeableness, and Emotional Stability showed positive correlations with the Lifelong Learning skills dimension. The instrument used in this study is able to support system and propose strategies for improving learners' Lifelong Learning skills. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR
A case study of problem-based learning approach in a mathematics online learning course
No full textOnline learning has become common since then and has become a necessity during the Covid-19 pandemic.
However, online learning is not as simple as converting face-to-face learning to online, therefore preparedness and
readiness to produce effective online courses, especially mathematics online courses are urgently needed. Student
engagement is one of the issues that need to be addressed in online learning, in order for students to stay motivated,
participated and completed the course. Besides, problem solving and critical thinking skills are the important skills for
students to develop, especially in mathematics related course. Both skills are also part of the 21st century skills and have
been emphasized in Malaysia Education Blueprint 2013-2025. The problem-based learning (PBL) approach has been
selected in this study as many studies have shown that PBL could enhance students’ learning in terms of their abilities and
skills in applying knowledge, problem solving, practicing higher order thinking and self-directing and reflecting their own
learning. Under the PBL approach, students are responsible for their learning whereas teachers are responsible to facilitate
students learning. In this study, the quasi-experimental research design has been applied to investigate the effectiveness of
PBL approach on student performance in a mathematics online course, which has been implemented via Blackboard.
Besides, the quantitative research using correlation analysis and t-test have been used to study the relationship of student
engagement with student performance, as well as the effect of age and gender of students on both dimensions. We
concluded that the PBL approach has significant impact on student performance in our study. We also concluded that the
age and gender of student has significant impact on their class attendance, but no significant relationship can be obtained
in terms of the Blackboard clicks and performance. Some recommendations are provided for future studies. (Abstract by authors