Journal of Islamic, Social, Economics and Development
The Journal of Islamic, Social, Economics and Development (JISED) is an academic, refereed journal published quarterly. JISED publishes articles and theoretical reviews. JISED aims to address conceptual paper, book & article review, theoretical and empirical research issues that impact the development of Islamic, Social, Economics and Development as an educational and scientific discipline, and promote its efficiency in the economic, social and cultural contexts. The publication for this refereed journal are quarterly (March, June, September and December). The journal aims to publish all quality submission in time to ensure the impact of humanities research quickly conveyed, examined, and disseminated worldwide. Simultaneously, it visions to become the benchmark for the research and publications in all the fields of tourism, hospitality and environment management and to promote the superior standards globally. This journal uses double-blind review, which means that both the reviewer and author identities are concealed from the reviewers, and vice versa, throughout the review process. To facilitate this, authors need to ensure that their manuscripts are prepared in a way that does not give away their identity.
Exploring preservice preschool teachers' technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) and its predicting factors
With the rapid development of information technology, supporting and developing pre-service teachers' technology pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) has become a top priority in higher education in China. This study investigated pre-service teachers' technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) and the factors that influence it. This study collected data from pre-service teachers at three public universities in China using the Pre-service Teacher Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PT-TPACK) survey, including seven domains: Technology Knowledge (TK), Pedagogical Knowledge (PK), Content Knowledge (CK), Technological Content Knowledge (TCK), Pedagogical Content Knowledge (PCK), Technological Pedagogical Knowledge (TPK), and Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK). Descriptive statistics and SPSS data analysis were used for data analysis, with a significance level of 0.05. The results showed that the overall TPACK level of preservice preschool teachers was above average, and there are differences among various dimensions; There is no significant difference in TPACK levels among preschool teachers in terms of gender and grade; There are significant differences in terms of student origin and teaching internships.
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A pilot study assessing the reliability of intention to adopt BIM measures among construction SMEs
The adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM) among construction small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) remains limited despite its potential benefits in improving project efficiency and performance. Prior to conducting a full-scale empirical study, it is important to ensure that the research instrument used to measure BIM intention to adopt factors is reliable and suitable for the target respondents. Therefore, this study aims to conduct a pilot test to assess the reliability of the questionnaire items. A quantitative, survey based pilot study was carried out involving respondents from construction SMEs in Selangor, Malaysia. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire adapted from previous studies. Internal consistency reliability was evaluated using Cronbach’s alpha and composite reliability. All constructs achieved reliability values above the recommended threshold, indicating satisfactory internal consistency and supporting the adequacy of the measurement items for the subsequent analysis in the main study. No item removal was required at this stage. Overall, this pilot study confirms that the research instrument is suitable for investigation on the BIM intention to adopt among construction SMEs. The finding provide basis for proceeding with the main study using a larger sample.
Determinants of academic performance among undergraduate students in Perlis public universities
Student academic performance serves as a pivotal indicator of educational quality, graduate employability, and national human capital development within the Malaysian higher education landscape. Despite significant government investment, disparities in academic outcomes persist, suggesting that performance is shaped by a complex interplay of personal and environmental factors. This study investigates the relationship between time management, peer influence, digital literacy, and financial factors on the academic performance of undergraduate students in Perlis, Malaysia. Utilizing a quantitative correlational design, data were collected via structured questionnaires from 377 students at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Arau and Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP). The findings aim to provide actionable insights for higher learning institutions to enhance student success and graduate outcomes.
Fiqh watan sebagai kerangka governan Islam kontekstual: Analisis aplikasi fiqh terhadap komuniti Melayu dan Orang Asli di Pahang
Perbincangan mengenai aplikasi fiqh Islam dalam masyarakat kontemporari sering berdepan cabaran apabila hukum dilaksanakan secara seragam tanpa mengambil kira kepelbagaian realiti sosial masyarakat majmuk. Dalam banyak keadaan, pendekatan ini mengabaikan perbezaan struktur sosial, tahap istita‘ah, ‘urf dan keupayaan sebenar komuniti, sekali gus berisiko menjejaskan keadilan substantif. Sehubungan itu, artikel ini bertujuan membangunkan dan menilai Fiqh Watan sebagai satu kerangka governan Islam yang kontekstual melalui analisis perbandingan aplikasi fiqh terhadap komuniti Melayu arus perdana dan komuniti Orang Asli di Negeri Pahang. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif melalui analisis konsep dan sorotan literatur terpilih, termasuk karya fiqh klasik yang berasaskan maqasid al-syari‘ah, pemikiran undang-undang Islam moden serta kajian antropologi Islam di Asia Tenggara. Analisis dilakukan dengan melihat fiqh sebagai satu sistem nilai dan tadbir urus sosial, bukan sekadar peraturan hukum individu. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa pendekatan fiqh yang berkesan dalam komuniti dominan tidak semestinya adil apabila diaplikasikan kepada komuniti yang berstruktur lemah seperti Orang Asli. Sehubungan itu, artikel ini menegaskan bahawa komuniti Orang Asli perlu dilihat sebagai ujian kritikal terhadap teori fiqh dan model governan Islam. Sebagai respons, Fiqh Watan dicadangkan sebagai pendekatan fiqh yang tidak membebankan, dilaksanakan secara berperingkat, mengambil kira adat dan realiti setempat, serta berorientasikan pemerkasaan sosial. Kajian ini menyumbang kepada perbincangan fiqh dan governan Islam dengan mengemukakan satu kerangka yang sesuai untuk masyarakat majmuk dan konteks pascakolonial.
Nasab keturunan Al-Qadri: Kajian susur galur legitimasi nasab Wan Azizan Al-Qadri Al-Hussaini di Sarawak
Penegasan dalam memelihara keturunan dan nasab khususnya nasab keturunan Rasulullah SAW adalah sangat penting bagi memelihara kesucian dan kemurnian jalur tersebut. Banyak dikalangan masyarakat yang mengaku berketurunan Rasulullah namun sebenarnya susur jalur yang dimiliki tidak mencukupi syarat-syarat yang persetujui oleh penjaga nasab (Badan berautotiti berkenaan hal nasab). Kesan daripada perkara ini ialah, banyak pemalsuan berlaku oleh kelompok yang tidak bertanggungjawab dengan menasabkan diri mereka kepada Rasulullah SAW. Kajian ini merupakan kajian kualitatif dimana data-data yang dikumpul merupakan data primer, kajian perpustakaan dan observasi. Data-data tersebut diperolahi daripada pelbagai sumber di antaranya adalah daripada keluarga Wan Azizan bin Wan Zainal Abidin sendiri, keluarga Kesultananan al-Qadri di Pontianak dan Garut, Indonesia, Salsilah Bugis dari Sulawesi Selatan, Pertubuhan Rabitah Alawiyyah, Jakarta, Maktab Daimi (المكتب الدئمية) Jakarta. Kajian ini juga dijalankan bagi menjelaskan kedudukan keluarga al-Qadri melalui nasab yang dipegang oleh keluarga Wan Azizan bin Wan Zainal Abidin. Beliau telah berusaha untuk menyusun serta mendapatkan bahan bukti (mencari kebenaran) berkenaan nasab keluarga beliau. Usaha ini dilakukan oleh beliau kerana terdapat pandangan bahawa susur galur keluarga mereka bukanlah daripada kelompok Alawiyyin sebaliknya adalah daripada keturunan Bugis. Kesungguhan untuk mencari kebenaran merupakan motivasi beliau untuk melakukan pencarian sehingga 25 tahun (2025) dan akhirnya telah mendapat pengiktirafan daripada Pertubuhan Rabitah Alawiyyah, Jakarta.
Amalan terbaik guru Pendidikan Islam dalam mengajar tilawah al-Quran kepada murid berkeperluan khas masalah pembelajaran (MBKMP): Satu ulasan literatur sistematik
Tilawah al-Quran merupakan komponen teras dalam Pendidikan Islam yang berperanan membentuk kemahiran bacaan, penghayatan spiritual dan pembangunan akhlak murid. Namun, pengajaran Tilawah al-Quran kepada Murid Berkeperluan Khas Masalah Pembelajaran (MBKMP) menuntut pendekatan pedagogi yang lebih fleksibel dan inklusif sejajar dengan keupayaan kognitif, linguistik dan emosi murid. Sehubungan itu, kajian ini bertujuan mengenal pasti dan menganalisis amalan terbaik guru Pendidikan Islam dalam pengajaran Tilawah al-Quran kepada MBKMP berdasarkan literatur terkini. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan Ulasan Literatur Sistematik (Systematic Literature Review, SLR) berpandukan kerangka PRISMA 2020 bagi mensintesis dapatan kajian yang diterbitkan antara tahun 2020 hingga 2025. Carian literatur melibatkan lima pangkalan data utama, iaitu Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC, MyCite dan Google Scholar. Daripada 500 artikel yang dikenal pasti, tujuh artikel memenuhi kriteria inklusi dan dianalisis secara tematik. Dapatan kajian mengenal pasti empat tema utama amalan terbaik pengajaran Tilawah al-Quran kepada MBKMP, iaitu strategi pengajaran fleksibel dan multisensori, adaptasi kurikulum dan bahan bantu mengajar, pengurusan bilik darjah serta sokongan emosi, dan kompetensi guru melalui latihan profesional berterusan. Secara keseluruhannya, kajian ini menunjukkan bahawa keberkesanan pengajaran Tilawah al-Quran kepada MBKMP tidak bergantung kepada satu kaedah tunggal, sebaliknya memerlukan gabungan pendekatan pedagogi yang responsif, berperingkat dan berteraskan nilai rahmah. Melalui hasil kajian ini dapat menjadi panduan awal kepada guru, pihak sekolah dan pembuat dasar dalam memperkukuh amalan pengajaran Tilawah al-Quran yang lebih inklusif dan berkesan.
Trends and patterns in waqf research in higher education: A Scopus-based bibliometric study
This study examines the development, intellectual structure, and thematic evolution of waqf research in higher education by mapping publication trends, key actors, networks, and research gaps. A bibliometric analysis conducted on 298 Scopus-indexed articles from 2001 to 2025. VOSviewer software identified patterns in publication growth, prolific authors and institutions, keyword clusters, and international collaboration networks. Waqf publications increased markedly, from fewer than five per year before 2017 to 34 in 2024. Malaysian institutions, including Universiti Teknologi MARA, International Islamic University Malaysia, and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, are the most active contributors, with Rahman, A.A. as the leading author. Keyword analysis shows strong clusters in bibliometrics, Islamic social finance, cash waqf models, and sustainable development goals, while donor behaviour, governance, and cross-cultural applications remain underexplored. Malaysia also serves as a hub for international collaboration, especially with Indonesia and the Middle East. The findings highlight gaps in donor behaviour and governance, offering insights for institutional fundraising policies and governance structures to improve waqf application in higher education. The study provides a bibliometric overview of waqf in higher education, mapping intellectual structures, collaboration patterns, and research gaps, linking these insights to practical and policy implications for sustainable financing in modern universities.
Proposed model of student stress: Academic stressors and coping resources in higher education
Student stress has become an increasingly significant concern in higher education institutions, particularly as students navigate multiple academic, financial, and psychosocial demands. Despite extensive research on student mental health, existing studies often examine stress determinants in isolation, with limited theoretical integration of academic stressors and coping resources within a unified framework. This paper develops a conceptual model of student stress by integrating academic workload, financial strain, sleep quality, and social support within the Transactional Model of Stress and Coping. Drawing upon recent empirical and theoretical literature, academic workload and financial strain are positioned as primary external stressors, while sleep quality and social support are conceptualized as key coping resources that may buffer stress responses. By synthesizing these dimensions, the proposed framework offers a more holistic understanding of how external demands and personal resources interact to influence students perceived stress. The model provides theoretical direction for future empirical research and practical guidance for higher education institutions in designing targeted interventions to enhance student well-being.
Enhancing robotics education through the flipped classroom: A narrative review
The purpose of this narrative review is to summarize and interrogate current literature relating to the use of FC in robotics education, pedagogical basis, outcomes and challenges and future trends within STEM disciplines. Robotics education plays a critical role in teaching students 21st century skills, including problem solving, computational thinking and technical hands-on competencies, but many educators still have challenges promoting hands-on learning while also covering complex theoretical lessons. The flipped classroom is growing in popularity as an approach to move teaching time away from traditional lecture and into active, experiential learning, which is at the heart of robotics education. A systematic, but flexible literature review was performed using Scopus, Web of Science and Google Scholar as leading databases in addition to manual reference screening. We conclude from the review that effectively designed flipped classroom approaches can often be associated with positive effects on student engagement, preparedness and high order learning in robotics education. However, results are mixed and context specific depending on the quality of instructional design quality, student preparedness, test alignment, and technology access. Ongoing gaps are identified in the areas of K-12 and vocational research, longitudinal evidence, and teacher professional development. This review stresses the importance of cohesive pedagogical design and future research to generate an evidence base for implementing flipped classroom strategies in robot education.
Bibliometric mapping of gamification research in language learning: Analysis of publication patterns, research themes, and research gaps (2020-2026).
This study aims to map the research landscape of gamification in language learning from 2020 to 2026. Although the use of gamification in education is increasing due to its potential to boost student motivation and engagement, research on language learning remains unevenly developed and fragmented, making it difficult to gain a comprehensive understanding of publication patterns, intellectual structures, and existing research gaps. Therefore, this study was conducted to analyze publication patterns, identify key contributors, and map themes and collaboration structures in this field. A total of 1,319 documents were retrieved from the Scopus database and analysed using a bibliometric approach that integrates performance analysis and science mapping through network visualization software. The study results showed a consistent increase in publications, peaking before a decline in the last year. The theme of education dominated the research landscape, accounting for more than half of the total documents, followed by technology, while other domains showed more limited involvement. Keyword network analysis showed a close relationship between the concepts of motivation, education, and game-based learning, while the collaboration structure showed active international networks involving Asian and European countries. Overall, these findings indicate that the field of gamification in language learning is moving towards maturity, but still requires a broader thematic focus and a more balanced domain approach to shape a more strategic and high-impact future research agenda.
Online collaborative teaching and student achievement motivation in research methodology courses
The fast digitalization of higher education has intensified the need for innovative instructional strategies capable of sustaining student motivation in cognitively demanding courses. This study investigates the impact of online collaborative teaching on student achievement motivation in a Research Methodology course at Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Kelantan. Data were collected from 100 undergraduate students using an adapted questionnaire measuring perceptions of online collaborative teaching and achievement motivation. Descriptive statistical analysis was employed to examine students’ responses. The findings indicate that students overwhelmingly perceived online collaborative teaching as beneficial to their learning experience. Participants reported positive evaluations of instructional diversity, enhanced engagement, and improved understanding of course content. Moreover, results suggest a positive association between the collaborative teaching approach and students’ achievement motivation, reflected in increased effort and stronger goal-oriented learning behaviours. The study contributes to the digital pedagogy literature by providing empirical evidence that structured online collaborative teaching may foster motivational outcomes in research-intensive higher education courses. Practical implications highlight the importance of shared instructional presence, inter-institutional collaboration, and structured online engagement in promoting achievement motivation. Future research employing inferential and longitudinal designs is recommended to further validate and extend these findings.
Sosialisasi syariat dalam masyarakat Islam: Analisis terhadap adat kematian masyarakat Melayu Pahang
Artikel ini membincangkan tentang proses sosialisasi syariat Islam dalam adat resam masyarakat dengan menfokuskan terhadap adat kematian masyarakat Melayu di negeri Pahang melalui kerangka Fiqh Watan. Proses sosialisasi yang berlaku melibatkan interaksi antara syariat Islam dan adat resam tempatan. Ia menunjukkan bagaimana syariat Islam mampu beradaptasi dalam adat setempat tanpa mengabaikan tuntutan nass Syarak. Berasaskan pendekatan kualitatif, interpretatif dilakukan melalui analisis dokumen yang merangkumi artikel ilmiah, kajian lapangan serta penulisan kontemporari berkaitan adat kematian Melayu dan pengurusan jenazah. Data dianalisis secara tematik dengan memfokuskan hubungan antara prinsip fiqh, konsep al-‘urf al-sahih dan maqasid syariah dalam konteks realiti sosial negeri Pahang. Dapatan menunjukkan bahawa sosialisasi syariat Islam dalam adat kematian telah berlaku secara berlapis melalui tiga fasa utama kematian iaitu pra-kematian, pengurusan jenazah dan pasca pengebumian serta diperkukuhkan melalui agen seperti institusi keluarga, autoriti agama, pembudayaan, struktur perundangan negeri dan legitimasi raja sebagai Ketua Agama Islam. Kajian ini merumuskan bahawa adat kematian Melayu Pahang berfungsi sebagai sistem penginstitusian hukum yang membentuk identiti Melayu-Islam dalam kerangka fiqh watan Pahang.
Reimagining inclusive education through digital platforms: A narrative review
The present narrative review aims to provide an overview of the recent literature focusing on the potential benefits as well as challenges, and gaps in knowledge of using digital platforms in inclusive education, more specifically for special education classrooms. Inclusive education is a worldwide concern and the emergent digital age has expanded the relevance of digital platforms to assist diverse learners. Although these tools present new possibilities for access and differentiation, concerns exist regarding fair implementation, teacher preparedness and sustainability. A narrative review of the pertinent literature was performed using Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC, and Google Scholar as well as reference list screening. Thematic synthesis of studies in English between 2021 and 2026 was conducted. Digital designs can help to advance inclusive practices, such as accessibility, personalization and student engagement. But issue is often short-sighted and perception driven with equity challenges continuing in the areas of access, educator capacity, and student voice. Cloud platforms are not automatically inclusive; their effects depend on pedagogy, teaching support and equity- focused policies. More longitudinal and nonselective studies are required.
Transformasi digital pendidikan hijau: Pemetaan bibliometrik integrasi AI dalam ESD (2009-2025).
Kajian ini memperincikan analisis bibliometrik secara menyeluruh tentang perkembangan intelektual dan trend penyelidikan global yang berkaitan dengan pengintegrasian Kecerdasan Buatan (Artificial Intelligence, AI) dalam Pendidikan Pembangunan Lestari (Educational Sustainable Development, ESD). Selain itu, kajian ini juga memetakan trajektori penerbitan, memperlihatkan peralihan ketara daripada peringkat awal kepada peningkatan eksponen. Peralihan ini didorong oleh keperluan mendesak untuk agenda pendigitalan pasca-pandemik dan Matlamat Pembangunan Lestari (SDG). Proses ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan pangkalan data utama seperti Scopus dan Web of Science. Tambahan itu juga, analisis ini turut memfokuskan struktur pengetahuan, pengarang terkenal dan jaringan kerjasama antarabangsa yang mendominasi perbincangan tentang transformasi digital dalam pendidikan hijau. Justeru, hasil kajian mendapati bahawa terdapat peningkatan yang ketara dalam penerbitan bermula pada tahun 2023 dan pada tahun 2025 rekod tertinggi penerbitan dapat dicapai. Hal ini kerana pada tahun 2025, revolusi AI Generatif berkembang pesat. Analisis artikel sebanyak 2, 607 menunjukkan bahawa terdapat banyak perbezaan dalam penyelidikan mengenai aspek pentaksiran berasaskan teknologi adaptif ini. Hal ini kerana, kajian sedia ada lebih menumpukan pada aspek pengajaran berbanding penilaian. Kesimpulannya, kajian ini dapat mengesahkan bahawa AI adalah berfungsi sebagai pemangkin masa depan ESD sekaligus dapat mengisi kelompangan dalam pedagogi sains yang lestari
A proposed conceptual framework of academic performance: Integrating sleep quality, time management, and workload factors among UiTM Perlis students
Academic performance serves as a pivotal indicator of educational quality and institutional success within higher learning institutions. This conceptual paper attempts to identify and analyze the variables that significantly influence academic achievement among students at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Perlis. Specifically, it explores the interconnectedness of time management, sleep quality, academic workload, and stress management. Existing literature suggests that academic success is not merely a product of intellectual aptitude but is shaped by a student’s capacity to regulate their schedules, maintain restorative sleep hygiene, and manage academic demands effectively. By synthesizing various theoretical perspectives and empirical findings from previous studies, this paper proposes a conceptual framework that emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to student well-being. The discussion provides valuable insights for university administrators to develop targeted intervention programs, such as time management workshops and sleep awareness initiatives, aimed at ensuring sustainable academic achievements at UiTM Perlis.
Pesan Saidina ʿAlī bin Abī Ṭālib tentang Khawarij sebagai fenomena ideologi berulang: Analisis teoretikal Salafi-Jihad kontemporari berasaskan fiqh al-watan di Malaysia
Kekalahan fizikal kumpulan ISIS/Daesh sering ditafsirkan sebagai penamatan ancaman ekstremisme jihad bersenjata. Namun, perkembangan keselamatan pasca-ISIS menunjukkan bahawa ideologi Salafi-jihad tidak lenyap, sebaliknya terus hidup sebagai fenomena ideologi terdesentralisasi yang bergerak melalui radikalisasi individu, jaringan mikro dan ruang digital. Artikel ini berhujah bahawa Salafi-jihad perlu difahami bukan sebagai ancaman episodik, tetapi sebagai fenomena ideologi berulang yang telah dikenal pasti sejak awal sejarah Islam melalui kemunculan Khawarij. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif berasaskan analisis literatur, dokumen keselamatan antarabangsa dan analisis sejarah-teoretikal, kajian ini menelusuri pesan Saidina ʿAlī bin Abī Ṭālib RA berkaitan Khawarij sebagai satu teori awal Islam tentang had kekerasan dan sifat berulang ekstremisme agama. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa ancaman Salafi-jihad di Malaysia beroperasi terutamanya pada aras epistemologi, autoriti agama dan kenegaraan, sekali gus menjadikan pendekatan keselamatan fizikal semata-mata tidak mencukupi. Sebagai sumbangan teori dan polisi, artikel ini mengemukakan Fiqh al-Watan sebagai kerangka counter-ideology Islam tempatan yang mengintegrasikan maqāṣid al-sharīʿah, autoriti institusi agama, ‘urf ṣaḥīḥ dan kesetiaan kepada watan. Kajian ini menyumbang kepada literatur keselamatan dan pengajian Islam dengan memperluas analisis ekstremisme agama kepada dimensi epistemologi dan kenegaraan, serta menawarkan pendekatan tempatan yang relevan untuk menangani ekstremisme ideologi secara jangka panjang dalam konteks Malaysia.
Technology continuation of on-demand platform usage among e-hailing drivers in Malaysia: A conceptual framework integrating UTAUT and reliability
The emergence of e-hailing platforms such as Grab has transformed the nature of work by enabling digitally mediated, algorithm-driven labour markets. While substantial research has focused on customers’ adoption of e-hailing services, limited attention has been given to drivers’ post-adoption behaviour, particularly their intention to continue using such platforms. This paper develops a conceptual framework to explain technology continuation of on-demand platform usage among e-hailing drivers in Malaysia by integrating the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), and reliability as an e-service quality dimension. Drawing on prior literature, this study proposes that performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions and reliability play central roles in shaping drivers’ continued usage intention. This conceptual paper contributes by extending existing technology continuance theories to the context of gig workers and provides a foundation for future empirical research.
Peranan dan kewibawaan Ummu ‘Atiyyah r.ha: Kajian berdasarkan hadith dalam Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī
Kedatangan Islam dengan pengutusan Nabi SAW antaranya bertujuan untuk menghapuskan sikap diskriminasi terhadap golongan wanita dalam kehidupan bersosial dan kekeluargaan seterusnya mengangkat kedudukan mereka. Namun segelintir masyarakat Islam seperti golongan Feminisme masih mendakwa bahawa Nabi SAW bersikap bias terhadap wanita dengan mengehadkan penglibatan mereka dalam kegiatan sosial masyarakat. Perkara ini secara tidak langsung melabelkan Islam sebagai agama yang bias gender walhal Islam meletakkan wanita sebagai tunjang kesejahteraan sesebuah keluarga dan. Oleh itu, kajian ini akan merungkaikan peranan wanita pada zaman Nabi SAW khusus kepada Ummu ‘Aṭiyyah R.HA terhadap penglibatannya dalam pelbagai kegiatan kehidupan dengan mengkaji latar belakang dan peranannya terhadap keluarga, masyarakat bahkan agama berdasarkan penelitian terhadap hadith-hadith riwayatnya sendiri dalam Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī. Kajian ini menggunakan metode pengumpulan data berdasarkan kaedah dokumentasi iaitu menggunakan kaedah perpustakaan sepenuhnya dengan mengaplikasikan metode analisis kandungan untuk menganalisis data-data yang telah dikumpulkan. Hasil kajian menunjukkan, Nabi SAW dan agama Islam membuka ruang yang luas kepada wanita untuk melibatkan diri dalam kegiatan sosial dan memainkan peranan terhadap negara dan agama sebagaimana Umm ‘Aṭiyyah R.HA terkenal sebagai pakar rujuk bukan sahaja bagi golongan wanita bahkan golongan lelaki dalam mempelajari tatacara memandikan jenazah. Beliau juga merupakan anggota tentera yang berperanan menyediakan makanan dan minuman serta keperluan rawatan kepada tentera-tentera Islam dalam tujuh peperangan besar dalam Islam. Kewibawaan sebagai perawi hadith pula menunjukkan peranannya terhadap syariat agama yang sekali gus menunjukkan Islam membuka ruang yang luas terhadap wanita untuk terlibat dalam masyarakat dan negara selama mana tidak bertentangan dengan syariat Islam.
Attitudes toward digital zakat platforms among residents in Kuantan Barat
The rapid advancement of financial technology has accelerated the digital transformation of religious financial institutions, including the administration of zakat in Malaysia. Zakat authorities have increasingly introduced digital platforms to facilitate online payments, improve efficiency in collection and enhance transparency in fund management. However, the effectiveness of these digital initiatives depends largely on the attitudes and behavioural readiness of contributors toward the use of such platforms. Therefore, this study aims to examine the attitudes toward the digital Zakat platform among residents in Kuantan Barat, with a particular focus on the factors influencing understanding, knowledge, advocacy and intention to use the system. This study employs a quantitative approach using a survey method to collect data from residents in Kuantan Barat who are eligible zakat payers. The research investigates the level of acceptance of the digital platform and identifies potential barriers that may limit its usage, despite the availability of the technology. The concept of the intention–behaviour gap is used to explain the discrepancy between awareness of the digital zakat platform and the actual practice of using it for payment transactions. The findings provide empirical evidence that can assist PAID Kuantan Barat in improving its digital outreach strategies, strengthening public trust and enhancing user-friendly services. Furthermore, the study contributes to the academic discussion on digital adoption in religious institutions by highlighting the importance of psychological, technological, and trust-related factors in shaping positive attitudes toward digital zakat platforms.
Perkahwinan lavender: Cabaran keutuhan institusi keluarga dalam konteks undang-undang syariah keluarga Islam di Malaysia
Dalam pembentukan landskap masyarakat moden yang semakin kompleks, institusi perkahwinan berdepan dengan pelbagai bentuk cabaran baru antaranya kemunculan fenomena perkahwinan lavender. Perkahwinan lavender merujuk kepada perkahwinan yang dilakukan atas dasar kepentingan tertentu, khususnya melibatkan individu lesbian, gay, biseksual dan transgender (LGBT) yang memasuki perkahwinan heteroseksual untuk menyembunyikan orientasi seksual sebenar atau memenuhi tekanan sosial dan keluarga. Artikel ini menganalisis fenomena perkahwinan lavender sebagai cabaran kontemporari terhadap keutuhan institusi keluarga dalam konteks Undang-Undang Syariah Keluarga Islam di Malaysia. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan analisis doktrinal terhadap peruntukan Akta Undang-Undang Keluarga Islam (Wilayah Persekutuan) 1984 dan enakmen negeri yang berkaitan. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa perkahwinan lavender meskipun sah dari segi administratif namun ianya bercanggah dengan objektif syariah dalam perkahwinan, khususnya pemeliharaan keturunan (hifz al-nasl), kehormatan (hifz al-'ird), dan kemaslahatan keluarga. Perkahwinan yang dimeterai atas dasar penipuan, ketidakjujuran mengenai orientasi seksual, atau tanpa niat sebenar untuk memenuhi tanggungjawab perkahwinan boleh membatalkan kesahan kontrak nikah dan memberikan hak kepada pasangan yang teraniaya untuk memohon fasakh. Artikel ini juga mencadangkan penguatan mekanisme pra-perkahwinan, pendidikan hukum keluarga Islam, dan penambahbaikan prosedur Mahkamah Syariah dalam menangani isu ini dengan berlandaskan keadilan, belas kasihan, dan prinsip-prinsip syariah yang komprehensif.
Narrative review: Digital technology competence and training needs among secondary school TVET teachers
This study is a comprehensive narrative review of research and literature about the Digital Competence of Secondary School Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Teachers; identifies and synthesizes the literature concerning the Digital Competence and Training Needs of Secondary School TVET Teachers, identifies key areas, challenges and methods of influencing teachers' ability to use digital tools effectively within the context of vocational education. As education has become rapidly digitalized and there is an increasing need for students to develop technology-driven skills, digital competence has emerged as a key professional competency for TVET teachers. Nevertheless, many secondary TVET teachers face significant challenges in acquiring and applying sufficient digital competence because they are provided with limited opportunities for professional development, inadequate institutional support, and inequitable distribution of digital resources. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need to equip teachers with robust digital competences in order to maintain effective educational experiences and learning outcomes in increasingly virtual learning environments. A systematic literature search was performed using Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC and Google Scholar databases. In addition to these databases, studies were also identified from reference lists of studies included in this review, as well as relevant policy documents. Studies published in English between 2010 and 2025 were included in this review based on their focus on digital competence frameworks, training needs, barriers to acquiring digital competences, and professional development initiatives for secondary level TVET teachers. Six major themes were identified as part of this review: definitions of digital competence, the importance of digital competence in TVET, digital competence training and professional development gaps, barriers to developing digital competence, new developments in building capacity, and unresolved issues. The findings of this review indicate that while most training programs provide secondary TVET teachers with the necessary ICT knowledge and skills to utilize digital technologies, few provide teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to incorporate digital technologies into the curriculum in a manner that reflects effective pedagogy. Therefore, the digital competence levels of TVET teachers remain highly variable. Additionally, several barriers to developing digital competence were found to exist including limited access to resources, limited institutional support for professional development, and the absence of standard digital competence assessment frameworks. Finally, some new ways of building capacity for TVET teachers including blended learning, mentoring and micro-credentials have potential to become good models for TVET teacher capacity building; however, these would need to be tailored to the local contexts of each region. The findings of this study further underscore a persistent gap in the rate of technological progress versus the preparedness of TVET teachers to meet that progress. They also highlight the necessity for sustained and contextualized professional development for TVET teachers, as well as institutional commitment to supporting digital transformation throughout all layers of the vocational education system. The synthesis of existing evidence contained in this review provides the basis for the development of specific strategies and policy frameworks to support the development of digital competence among TVET teachers, as well as to enhance the alignment of vocational training with the requirements of future workforces.
A bibliometric analysis of global research trends in English language assessment at the primary education level (2010–2025)
assessment at the primary education level from 2010 to 2025. It is aimed to map the field’s growth, intellectual structure, and collaborative patterns. Using data retrieved from the Scopus database, the study identifies the publication trends, influential authors, leading institutions, keyword co-occurrence, co-authorship networks, and country-level research collaboration. The findings from the bibliometric analysis disclose a marked and accelerating increase in research production, especially after 2018, which indicate increased scholarly and policy interest in assessment quality, alignment, and accountability in primary English education. Citation analysis demonstrates that a comparatively small group of highly influential scholars shapes the field in spite of differences in publication volume, meanwhile institutional analysis highlights robust contributions from both Malaysian and internationally renowned universities. Moreover, keyword and network analyses show a conceptually united and internationally collaborative research landscape, dominated by themes such as assessment validity, reliability, formative assessment, assessment literacy, and CEFR alignment. Ultimately, the study provides a systematic overview of the development of English language assessment research in primary education and contributes a strong empirical foundation for future empirical investigations and framework development.
Beyond the score: An analysis of ESG impact on performance in Malaysian family firms
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors have gained prominence, and stakeholders have begun to place a greater emphasis on a company's performance than they had previously, with a firm's financial success being the primary criterion for evaluation. ESG disclosure is becoming increasingly popular among organizations worldwide as a result of stakeholder demands for greater openness on ESG concerns. The purpose of this study is to explore the relationship between ESG on firm performance focusing on the family firms in Malaysia. Firm performance is being measured using operational return on assets (ROA) and market capitalization through an observation of 441 listed family firms in Malaysia between 2020 and 2022. The results showed that by using market capitalization to represent firm performance, value is positively and significantly impacted by all ESG. This research highlights the significant impact of ESG score on market capitalization. The results suggest that ESG performance, as well as earnings and the choice of audit firm, are key factors influencing market capitalization. These findings have important implications for investors, stakeholders, and companies aiming to understand the drivers of market capitalization in the context of sustainability and financial performance. The research contributes to stakeholders, investors, and decision-makers, as well as regulators, legislators, and academics to better understand ESG and firm performance by using ROA and market capitalization.
Kesan modul ASSIDE terhadap pencapaian penulisan karangan tidak berformat murid tahun enam
Kajian ini bertujuan untuk menguji kesan penggunaan Modul ASSIDE terhadap pencapaian penulisan karangan tidak berformat murid Tahun Enam dalam mata pelajaran Bahasa Kadazandusun. Modul ASSIDE dibangunkan berasaskan integrasi Model ASSURE dan Model Sidek serta disokong oleh pendekatan konstruktivisme melalui Strategi ORBIT dan penggunaan peta bulatan i-Bulugu bagi membantu murid menstruktur dan mengolah idea penulisan secara sistematik. Kajian ini menggunakan reka bentuk kuasi-eksperimen dengan pendekatan kuantitatif yang melibatkan 128 orang murid Tahun Enam dari enam buah sekolah kebangsaan luar bandar di Negeri Sabah. Sampel kajian dibahagikan kepada kumpulan rawatan (n = 64) dan kumpulan kawalan (n = 64). Instrumen kajian terdiri daripada ujian pencapaian struktur penulisan karangan tidak berformat dan ujian amali pengolahan idea, yang ditadbir melalui ujian pra, ujian pasca dan ujian pos tertangguh. Data dianalisis menggunakan Split-Plot ANOVA (SPANOVA) dan Multivariate Analysis of Variance (MANOVA). Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa penggunaan Modul ASSIDE memberikan kesan yang signifikan terhadap peningkatan struktur penulisan karangan F(1, 126) = 1748.489, p<.001 dan pengolahan idea murid F(1, 126) = 33.337, p<.001, dengan saiz kesan sederhana hingga besar. Analisis MANOVA turut mengesahkan bahawa murid dalam kumpulan rawatan mencapai pencapaian yang lebih tinggi secara konsisten berbanding kumpulan kawalan bagi kedua-dua konstruk penulisan, dan kesan tersebut dapat dikekalkan selepas tempoh tertentu. Kesimpulannya, Modul ASSIDE berkesan sebagai intervensi pedagogi berstruktur dalam meningkatkan pencapaian penulisan karangan tidak berformat murid Tahun Enam, serta berpotensi menyumbang kepada pemerkasaan pengajaran Bahasa Kadazandusun secara lebih sistematik dan kontekstual.
Fun-based learning for Islamic education in Malaysian primary school: An empirical insights from Metaverse Spatial.IO
This review article explores the potential of integrating fun-based learning within Metaverse Spatial. io to enhance interactive engagement and comprehension in Islamic education for Malaysian primary schools. Technology has made learning significantly more engaging. In Malaysia, Islamic education presents challenges in making lessons engaging while preserving their spiritual significance. The Metaverse, particularly Spatial.io, which develops 3D educational environments, may help tackle this problem, yet its educational facets within the Islamic context have not been extensively researched. The databases Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC, and Google Scholar were systematically examined for publications concerning the years 2021 to 2026. Terms searched included “fun-based learning,” “Metaverse,” “Spatial. io,” and “Islamic education.” A systematic review of research was performed to highlight educational benefits, obstacles, and prospective avenues. Spatial. interact with one another and meaningfully deepen our understanding of our deen together. However, challenges vary from inadequate infrastructure and untrained educators to ethical concerns and limited empirical data. Spatial. io) seems encouraging for rejuvenating Islamic education through interactive and values-oriented teaching methods. The authors suggest that upcoming research should develop culturally sensitive models and assess the lasting educational and spiritual effects of these results.
Bibliometric analysis of social inclusion and emotional competence in Asia
Social–emotional learning (SEL) and socio-emotional development have become central to inclusive education, particularly as schools respond to widening mental-health needs, adverse childhood experiences, and diverse special educational needs (SEN). This bibliometric study maps the intellectual structure and emerging research fronts of SEL implementation and socio-emotional development in inclusive schooling from 2016 to January 2026. Using peer-reviewed publications drawn from major indexed databases and analysed through performance indicators (annual output, sources, authorship patterns) and science-mapping techniques (co-word networks, thematic clustering, and conceptual evolution using tools such as Bibliopro, we identify dominant thematic concentrations and gaps. Findings indicate a rapidly expanding knowledge base anchored in (i) inclusive education and social–emotional competencies of learners with and without SEN, (ii) school climate and inclusive practices shaping belonging, social participation, and well-being, (iii) teacher social–emotional and emotional competence (e.g., self-efficacy, emotionally supportive relationships) as a key mechanism influencing student integration and outcomes, and (iv) intervention research in early childhood and primary schooling, including structured SEL curricula and resilience-building programs. Across themes, the literature increasingly links SEL to student mental-health indicators (internalizing/externalizing behaviour, school well-being, social functioning) and highlights implementation conditions (fidelity, inclusivity, context sensitivity) that determine impact. The study contributes a field-level evidence map to guide future research toward more rigorous designs, stronger inclusion-specific measurement, and scalable teacher-supported models for equitable socio-emotional and mental-health outcomes in inclusive primary classrooms.
Examining the cognitive, behavioral and psychological determinants of financial well-being among public university students in Perlis
Student financial well-being is a critical component of student development, academic persistence, and overall quality of life within the Malaysian higher education context. As the cost of living and educational expenses continue to rise, financial challenges among university students have become increasingly evident, particularly in public universities. Despite various financial aid initiatives, many students still experience difficulties in managing their finances effectively, suggesting that financial well-being is influenced by multiple interrelated factors. This study examines the relationship between financial literacy, financial behavior, and financial stress on the financial well-being of undergraduate students in Perlis, Malaysia. Employing a quantitative correlational research design, data are collected through structured questionnaires administered to public university students. The findings are expected to provide empirical evidence on how financial knowledge, responsible financial practices, and financial pressure influence students’ financial conditions, thereby offering actionable insights for universities and policymakers to enhance financial education programs and improve student financial well-being.
Kearifan tempatan sebagai 'urf sahih dalam fiqh watan Pahang: Kerangka autoriti adat, agama dan budaya
Artikel ini menganalisis kedudukan kearifan tempatan Melayu Pahang sebagai ‘urf sahih dalam kerangka Fiqh Watan Pahang dengan memberi tumpuan kepada hubungan antara adat, autoriti agama negeri dan governan budaya Islam. Berasaskan analisis konseptual dan sintesis literatur, kajian ini menegaskan bahawa kearifan tempatan tidak wajar difahami sekadar sebagai adat kebiasaan atau fenomena budaya, tetapi sebagai kebijaksanaan sosial yang berfungsi dalam kerangka ijtihadi khususnya dalam muamalat, kebajikan sosial dan pengurusan komuniti. Dapatan kajian memperincikan satu kerangka autoriti bertingkat yang memposisikan; (i) syariah dan maqasid Syariah sebagai autoriti epistemik tertinggi, (ii) wali al-amr serta institusi agama negeri sebagai autoriti pengesahan dan penginstitusian, dan (iii) kearifan tempatan sebagai ‘urf sahihbersyarat yang menyokong pelaksanaan hukum dan kestabilan sosial. Kerangka ini menolak kedua-dua ekstrem penolakan literal terhadap budaya tanpa analisis konteks dan penerimaan terhadap adat tanpa tapisan syariah. Dari sudut teoretikal, kajian ini menyumbang kepada pengembangan wacana ‘urf dan fiqh kontekstual dengan menekankan dimensi autoriti institusi dan fiqh al-ahwal sebagai pelengkap kepada fiqh al-nusus. Dari sudut polisi dapatan kajian menyediakan asas normatif kepada institusi agama Negeri Pahang untuk menilai, menapis dan menginstitusikan adat secara sistematik, sekali gus memperkukuh legitimasi Islam sebagai sistem tadbir urus negeri yang berakar dalam realiti tempatan.