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.
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.
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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.
VR-guided wall mural (VRGWM): An immersive, embodied framework for scalable mural skill development in TVET and community contexts
This study presents the VR-Guided Wall Mural (VRGWM) as a practice-based innovation that integrates immersive Virtual Reality (VR) with manual mural execution to address limitations in conventional mural production. Traditional approaches remain highly dependent on artistic expertise and time-intensive processes, limiting accessibility and participation in educational and community contexts. Drawing on embodied cognition, experiential learning, and spatial cognition, this study proposes VRGWM as a structured framework that bridges virtual visualisation and physical execution through an iterative VR–Wall alternating loop. The approach was implemented in real-world mural projects involving students, educators, and community participants. Findings indicate that VRGWM enhances spatial understanding, improves participant confidence, and increases efficiency in mural production, particularly during the base-sketching stage. Importantly, the approach enables non-professional individuals to engage effectively in large-scale mural drawing. This study contributes by positioning VRGWM as a theory-informed and scalable framework aligned with digital transformation and TVET priorities.
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
Konsep gamifikasi dalam bidang sirah berdasarkan model pengajaran Ibn Khaldun
Pengajaran Sirah dalam matapelajaran Pendidikan Islam sering kali berdepan dengan cabaran dari segi kaedah penyampaian yang bersifat konvensional. Hal ini menyebabkan murid kurang minat. Pengajaran melalui kaedah gamifikasi dengan model pengajaran Ibn Khaldun dalam pengajaran Sirah peringkat sekolah rendah dikaji dalam kajian ini adalah bertujuan untuk meneroka potensinya sebagai pendekatan pedagogi yang inovatif. Metodologi kajian menggunakan analisis kandungan kajian literatur terhadap sumber primer (karya Ibn Khaldun) serta sumber sekunder (artikel akademik dan kajian lepas). Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa prinsip pengajaran Ibn Khaldun seperti At-Ta’lim bil Tadarruj (pengajaran beransur-ansur), At-Ta’lim bil Mushahadah (pengajaran secara pemerhatian), At-Tadrib bil Tikrar (latihan berulang-ulang), At-Ta’lim bil Mujalasah (interaksi sosial) dan At-Ta’lim bil ‘Adah (melalui pembudayaan) selari dengan kaedah gamifikasi termasuk sistem ganjaran, cabaran berperingkat, dan aktiviti berkumpulan. Kajian ini mencadangkan gabungan kedua-dua pendekatan dalam lima fasa utama pengenalan berperingkat, pengajaran beransur-ansur, pengajaran secara pemerhatian, latihan berulang-ulang, interaksi sosial dan melalui pembudayaan. Dapatan analisis menunjukkan bahawa pendekatan ini berpotensi untuk meningkatkan minat, pemahaman dan pengetahuan murid terhadap Sirah, di samping menangani tuntutan pendidikan abad ke-21 yang menekankan interaktiviti yang lebih tinggi. Implikasi kajian mencadangkan perlunya ujian empirikal melalui kajian tindakan bagi memastikan keberkesanan model ini dalam konteks pendidikan Malaysia. Secara keseluruhan, kajian ini menyumbang kepada pembaharuan pedagogi dalam pendidikan Islam dengan memadukan khazanah ilmu tradisional dan teknologi moden.
Transformasi Pertubuhan Harakah Islamiah (HIKMAH) dalam perkembangan masyarakat Islam di Sarawak
Pertubuhan Harakah Islamiah (HIKMAH) merupakan sebuah badan bukan kerajaan yang ditubuhkan untuk menyebarkan kegiatan dakwah di seluruh negeri Sarawak. Namun, sejak penubuhannya, Pertubuhan HIKMAH telah melalui pelbagai fasa yang signifikan dalam mendepani cabaran multi-etnik dan pluraliti agama di Sarawak. Kajian membincangkan transformasi Pertubuhan Harakah Islamiah (HIKMAH) dalam perkembangan masyarakat Islam di Sarawak. Objektif utama kajian ini adalah mengenalpasti bentuk transformasi yang dilakukan oleh Pertubuhan HIKMAH sepanjang penubuhan seiring dengan peredaran zaman serta menilai keberkesanannnya terhadap perkembangan umat Islam di sarawak. Kajian kualitatif ini menggunakan kaedah temu bual separa berstruktur yang melibatkan ahli jawatankuasa Pertubuhan HIKMAH, ibu bapa, peserta program, alumni dan guru-guru di institusi Pertubuhan HIKMAH. Data yang diperoleh dianalisis secara tematik dengan bantuan perisian ATLAS.ti. Hasil kajian mendapati terdapat transformasi yang jelas telah dilakukan oleh Pertubuhan HIKMAH semenjak penjenamaan semula daripada Angkatan Nahdatul Islam Bersatu (BINA) pada tahun 1993. Perkembangan ini melibatkan pemantapan struktur organisasi, program dakwah, kebajikan sehingga penubuhan institusi pendidikan Islam HIKMAH sendiri. Hal ini membuktikan HIKMAH berperanan besar dalam memperkasakan umat Islam di Sarawak. Justeru, penambahbaikan dari sudut infrastruktur, pengukuhan tenaga pengajar dan jaringan komuniti perlu diberikan penekanan untuk memastikan kesan sosial dan keilmuan berterusan dalam perkembangan masyarakat Islam di Sarawak.
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.
Examining the effectiveness of artificial intelligence tools in enhancing undergraduate students' research and academic writing skills
The growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in higher education has substantially influenced undergraduate students’ research and academic writing practices. However, existing discussions often remain broad and descriptive, frequently combining student use, teacher readiness, policy, and ethics without clearly identifying the central construct under investigation. This study therefore focuses specifically on undergraduate students’ perceived effectiveness of AI tools in research and academic writing within a Research Methodology course. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 39 purposively selected undergraduate students enrolled in the Bachelor of Teaching Arabic as a Second Language programme at the Kulliyyah of Education, International Islamic University Malaysia, during Semester 2 of the 2025/2026 academic session. The questionnaire included demographic items, 35 Likert-scale items, and one open-ended section. The findings indicate that students perceived AI tools as useful for literature review, idea generation, paraphrasing, proofreading, readability improvement, and draft development. ChatGPT, QuillBot, Gemini, and Grammarly were the most frequently used tools. At the same time, students expressed reservations regarding trust, plagiarism prevention, and over-reliance on AI, while emphasising the need for ethical guidance, AI literacy training, and clearer institutional policies. The study contributes by offering a more focused conceptual framing of AI-assisted writing through five dimensions: research efficiency, writing quality enhancement, idea development, reference support, and academic confidence. Nevertheless, the study remains exploratory due to its small sample size, limited statistical analysis, and the absence of reported internal consistency reliability and construct validity testing. Future research should involve larger samples, stronger psychometric evaluation, and more advanced inferential analysis.
Learners' perceptions on Song-Assisted Learning (SAL) approach for expository essay writing in tertiary education
This study explores the perceptions of tertiary ESL learners on the Song-Assisted Learning (SAL) approach in assisting expository essay writing to improve its performance after a nine-week treatment. In this study, the SAL approach carefully integrated selected songs to stimulate idea generation, cognitive engagement – aimed to reduce over-reliance on AI-based writing tools, improve idea generation skills, and increase writing motivation. Through purposive sampling, semi-structured interviews to six participants being undergraduates in a public university in Perak, Malaysia revealed that songs enabled students to connect lyrical contents with personal experiences, prior knowledge, and broader societal issues, fostering original and meaningful writing. Participants reported that upbeat and thematically relevant songs enhanced focus, emotional engagement, and idea development, whereas melancholic songs sometimes hindered productivity. SAL also encouraged students to explore perspectives beyond habitual thinking. The approach provided a low-anxiety, emotionally supportive environment, promoting intrinsic motivation, cognitive flexibility, and expressive writing. In term of AI assistance, some participants highlighted unfairness of essay composition when some students self-developed their essays, while some others used AI writing tools that furnished unfair advantage. However, compared to AI-driven tools, SAL was perceived as more conducive to creativity, authenticity, and critical engagement. The findings suggest that incorporating songs into writing instruction offers a holistic pedagogical strategy that nurtures cognitive, affective, and linguistic skills, supporting the development of sustainable writing competence and originality in tertiary classrooms, being a suitable approach that helps reduce AI over-reliance in the classroom that could impact tertiary learners’ cognitive abilities and individual-writing development capacities in the long run.
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.
Educational psychology approaches to digital phonics for early literacy in indigenous preschool populations: A narrative review
This narrative review summarises education psychology principles that inform digital phonics interventions for early literacy of Indigenous preschool children, focusing on theoretical basis, effectiveness and issues related to culture. There are strong lifelong educational and life outcomes associated with early literacy, however Indigenous preschool children remain at risk of poor literacy outcomes. Digital phonics intervention has become an increasingly scalable approach to teaching letter–sound correspondences and early decoding skills. While Indigenous-focussed literacy initiatives of this kind are on the rise, there are still questions that remain about their cultural relevance and appropriateness to our ways of learning and sustaining achievements in reading across different contexts. A narrative review method was applied to critically analyse peer reviewed empirical, theoretical and conceptual literature that was identified in the major education and psychology databases as well as additional reference searches. Thematic synthesis of links were made across educational psychology theory, intervention design, cultural relevance and implementation considerations. Digital phonics interventions based on principles from education psychology such as phonological awareness, scaffolding and motivation can be used to encourage the development of early literacy skills. However, findings are mixed and predominantly cross-sectional, with limited culturally responsive design, integration of Indigenous languages and epistemologies, and longitudinal evaluation. There is on‑going tension between standardised phonics programs and culturally situated, strengths-based ones. The paper emphasizes that digital phonics interventions are more successful when bounded in culturally responsive, community-based and whole of early years/foundations literacy frameworks. Longitudinal mixed methods research led by Indigenous people is needed to ensure that literacy outcomes are both equitable and sustainable.
Between artifice and nature: The critical dialectic of luzūm mā lā yalzam in Arabic poetics
: The practice of luzūm mā lā yalzam in Arabic poetics embodies a critical paradox that is celebrated as linguistic mastery yet condemned as artificial affectation. This study discusses how the Arabic rhetorical tradition dealt with this tension and provides a distinction between what would classify as legitimate works of art and those that would be viewed as merely technical excess. It examined the evolution of the core ‘adam al-kulfah (absence of strain) criterion in classical treatises and examined its enforcement through the critical reception of practitioners like al-Ma’arrī by integrating Koselleck’s Conceptual History and Fairclough's Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA). Findings indicate a dynamic criterion-based system wherein legitimacy hinges not on avoiding constraint but on subordinating it to semantic inevitability and natural flow that effectively shifts debate from whether constrained writing should be permitted or successfully executed within the parameters of its legitimacy. This study concluded that tradition resolved the paradox through an ongoing recursive dialogue between theory and criticism by offering a model for understanding how the realities of literary aesthetics are negotiated and the process by which an aesthetic norm of legitimacy is established and enforced in the traditions of literature.
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.
Conceptualizing loving pedagogy in early childhood education: A narrative review
The purpose of this narrative review is to extract and synthesize theoretical and empirical literature informing preschool pedagogy to conceptualize what loving pedagogy means in early childhood education. This review aims to unpack the definition, enactment, and contention surrounding loving pedagogy, and highlight major gaps and frictions in the current literature. Children learning and developing in the context of emotional relationships and caring interactions with teachers is one of the hallmarks of early childhood education. Although care, relational pedagogy and emotional responsiveness are well recognized concepts, the notion of loving pedagogy tends to be conceptually diffuse and vocally inconsistent. However, debates about its professional legitimacy, ethical boundaries, and cultural interpretations remain ongoing, leaving educators, researchers, and policymakers uncertain. An extensive search strategy was utilized to identify relevant studies, but this was then conducted as a narrative review. Methods searched in computerised databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC, and Google Scholar, in addition to screening references lists of selected studies. We included and thematically analyzed peer-reviewed journal articles and scholarly books published in English and between 2000 and 2024. According to the review, loving pedagogy is typically conceptualized in terms of ethics of care, relational pedagogy, and emotionally responsive teaching. There is evidence of loving pedagogical orientations and positive teacher–child relationships contributing to child well-being; nevertheless, emotional labor challenges, conceptual ambiguity, and professional boundary tensions also are highlighted. It seeks to provide an explication of loving pedagogy, and to urge the development of a more robust theoretical basis for it as well as the production of an empirical evidence base for including it within early childhood practice and policy.
Isu hak dan kedudukan wanita menurut feminisme: Analisis perspektif Hashim Kamali
Perbincangan mengenai hak dan kedudukan wanita dalam masyarakat Islam semakin mendapat perhatian yang lebih meluas dalam konteks kontemporari, selari dengan kesedaran global terhadap isu-isu yang dikemukakan feminisme. Permasalahan kajian ini timbul apabila wacana feminisme yang dominan dalam literatur banyak dibentuk oleh perspektif sekular Barat, manakala analisis tokoh sarjana Islam kontemporari seperti Hashim Kamali terhadap isu wanita masih kurang diberikan perhatian akademik secara komprehensif. Oleh itu, kajian ini memfokuskan mengenai konsep dan isu hak dan kedudukan wanita menurut Feminisme serta menganalisis perspektif hujah Hashim Kamali melalui kerangka maqasid syariah, keadilan, dan martabat manusia. Kaedah kajian ini berbentuk analisis dokumen terhadap karya-karya utama feminisme serta tulisan, jurnal dan artikel Hashim Kamali yang berkaitan isu hak wanita, keadilan gender, dan prinsip Islam. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahawa terdapat titik persilangan antara feminisme dan pandangan Hashim Kamali, khususnya dalam aspek penolakan diskriminasi, pengiktirafan hak pendidikan, dan perlindungan maruah wanita. Namun, perbezaan ketara muncul dalam definisi kesamarataan mutlak, konsep kebebasan individu, dan isu yang melibatkan kerangka moral seperti seksualiti dan struktur keluarga. Kajian ini menyumbang kepada perluasan wacana akademik mengenai dialog antara feminisme dan pemikiran Islam moden, serta menawarkan satu model analisis berasaskan maqasid yang lebih seimbang. Implikasi kajian menunjukkan keperluan pendekatan antara disiplin yang lebih kritikal bagi memahami isu gender dalam konteks masyarakat Muslim kontemporari.
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.
Learning that sticks: Expert teachers’ perspectives on developing an instructional brain-based module for additional mathematics in secondary school
Developing teaching and learning materials that focus on neuroscientific and holistic approaches at the Additional Mathematics secondary level aligns with the 2027 School Curriculum Design, which promotes active learning and classroom engagement. This study aims to explore the perspectives of expert teachers in the Additional Mathematics subject to identify the need for a brain-based instructional module to develop cognitive mastery skills among secondary school students in the subject. The study employed a Design and Developmental Research (DDR) strategy, emphasizing the needs analysis method in the initial phase. The study collected data through semi-structured interviews with five field experts, and the interview data were analyzed using thematic analysis facilitated by the Atlas.ti software. The key finding was a strong consensus among experts on the importance of developing an instructional Brain-Based Learning (BBL) module, particularly for cognitive mastery skills. Furthermore, the study highlighted a need for more teaching and learning materials that support active learning, positive learning environments, and multi-sensory engagement in Additional Mathematics classes, despite the acknowledged potential of this approach. The results emphasize the need to create and implement a BBL module to fill this void and equip teachers with the essential resources and expert guidance to incorporate it into Additional Mathematics lessons successfully.
Prinsip al-siyasah al-shar'iyyah Ibn Taimiyyah sebagai kerangka pembaharuan tadbir urus dan kesejahteraan ummah Malaysia MADANI
Prinsip al-siyasah al-shar‘iyyah yang digagaskan oleh Ibn Taimiyyah menekankan keadilan, amanah, dan pemeliharaan maslahah sebagai asas pemerintahan yang berkesan. Namun pelaksanaan tadbir urus berdasarkan nilai Islam di Malaysia masih berhadapan kekangan seperti ketidakselarasan antara dasar, institusi, dan amalan pentadbiran. Maka, kajian ini dijalankan bagi menganalisis prinsip utama al-siyasah al-shar‘iyyah menurut Ibn Taimiyyah dan menilai kesesuaian prinsip tersebut dalam kerangka Malaysia MADANI. Justeru itu, kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif melalui kaedah analisis kandungan dan perbandingan literatur. Sumber primer seperti karya Ibn Taimiyyah dan sumber sekunder merangkumi artikel ilmiah, tesis, dan dokumen yang berkaitan Malaysia turut digunakan. Hasil dapatan kajian ini menunjukkan bahawa prinsip al-siyasah al-shar‘iyyah Ibn Taimiyyah selaras dengan nilai-nilai teras Malaysia MADANI yang menekankan konsep ihsan, amanah, adab dan keadilan dalam kepimpinan serta kesejahteraan masyarakat. Seterusnya, kajian ini menunjukkan bahawa prinsip al-siyasah al-shar‘iyyah Ibn Taimiyyah boleh dijadikan asas pembaharuan tadbir urus Malaysia MADANI, khususnya dalam memperkukuh integriti, keadilan dan keutamaan maslahat rakyat. Akhir sekali, kajian lanjutan dicadangkan untuk menilai penerapan sebenar prinsip al-siyasah al-shar‘iyyah dalam institusi pentadbiran Malaysia, serta menilai keberkesanannya dalam memperkukuh tadbir urus dan kesejahteraan ummah.
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.
Coping with incarceration: Evidence from female inmates in Malaysia
Previous research suggests that ineffective coping during incarceration may increase inmates’ vulnerability to maladjustment, misconduct, and psychological distress. At the same time, counseling and other psychosocial supports may help strengthen inmates’ emotional adjustment and well-being. However, empirical research on coping strategies among prison inmates in Malaysia remains limited, particularly among female inmates. This study explored the preferred coping strategies practiced by female inmates during incarceration in one of the prisons located in Malaysia’s southern region. A total of 123 female inmates participated in the survey. Data were collected using the COPE Inventory and analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings revealed that the five most frequently practiced coping strategies were putting trust in God, finding comfort in religion, seeking God’s help, learning from the experience, and praying more than usual. Overall, the respondents demonstrated a moderately high level of coping. These findings provide useful insights for improving the psychological well-being of inmates and contribute to the development of correctional counseling practices in Malaysia.
Identiti dan ketidaksamarataan sosial dalam masyarakat Arab Jahiliah: Analisis puisi Antarah Ibn Shaddad
Dalam masyarakat Arab Jahiliah, kedudukan individu banyak ditentukan oleh nasab, keturunan dan struktur kesukuan yang berhierarki, sehingga mewujudkan bentuk ketidaksamarataan sosial yang jelas. Keadaan ini tercermin dalam pengalaman hidup Antarah ibn Shaddad, seorang penyair dan pahlawan berketurunan campuran yang berhadapan dengan diskriminasi status walaupun memiliki keberanian dan keunggulan peribadi. Kajian ini bertujuan menganalisis bagaimana puisi Antarah berfungsi sebagai medium pembinaan identiti dan perundingan maruah dalam masyarakat yang menilai seseorang berdasarkan garis keturunan. Menggunakan pendekatan sosiologi sastera dan analisis teks secara tematik terhadap bait-bait terpilih daripada Diwan Antarah, kajian ini meneliti representasi konflik sosial, usaha legitimasi diri, serta peranan simbolik Abla dalam pembentukan kesedaran moral penyair. Dapatan menunjukkan bahawa puisi Antarah bukan sekadar ekspresi estetika atau naratif peribadi, tetapi merupakan wacana sosial yang mencabar stratifikasi keturunan dan menegaskan nilai manusia berasaskan keberanian, akhlak dan pengalaman hidup. Kajian ini menyimpulkan bahawa karya Antarah mencerminkan pergelutan antara individu dan struktur sosial dalam masyarakat Arab pra-Islam, sekali gus memperlihatkan bagaimana sastera berfungsi sebagai ruang simbolik untuk menuntut pengiktirafan, keadilan dan identiti kemanusiaan yang lebih setara.
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.
Pendidikan dalam drama cinta: Menerokai penerbitan nilai mesej berunsurkan didikan dalam kalangan penggiat industri penyiaran telefilem Melayu di Malaysia
Kajian ini meneliti dominasi tema cinta dalam penerbitan telefilem Melayu di Malaysia serta implikasinya terhadap penyampaian nilai didikan, sosial dan budaya kepada masyarakat. Dalam landskap industri drama televisyen tempatan, tema cinta sering dijadikan teras penceritaan kerana daya tarikan popularnya, namun kecenderungan kepada formula naratif yang berulang dan stereotaip menimbulkan persoalan tentang fungsi pendidikan dan tanggungjawab sosial media. Objektif kajian ini adalah untuk menganalisis bagaimana tema cinta dipaparkan dalam telefilem Melayu terpilih dan bentuk nilai didikan yang dikonstruksikan melalui penceritaan tersebut; menilai pandangan penggiat industri drama televisyen terhadap kesesuaian dan potensi tema cinta sebagai medium penyampaian mesej didikan; serta mengenal pasti faktor kreatif, institusi dan komersial yang mempengaruhi keupayaan penggiat industri dalam menerapkan nilai didikan melalui drama bertemakan cinta. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif melalui analisis kandungan terhadap telefilem Melayu terpilih dan temu bual separa berstruktur bersama penggiat industri drama televisyen. Analisis memberi tumpuan kepada struktur naratif, pembinaan konflik, resolusi cerita serta proses pengekodan nilai didikan dalam kerangka hiburan. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan drama cinta Melayu berfungsi dalam dua peranan utama, iaitu sebagai medium hiburan popular dan saluran penyampaian nilai sosial secara terbatas. Walaupun mesej didikan diletakkan secara sedar melalui simbol dan naratif, sering wujud konsensus dengan tekanan komersial, norma genre romantik dan kekangan institusi penyiaran. Nilai didikan cenderung muncul sebagai elemen tambahan dan bukan struktur teras penceritaan. Kajian ini menyimpulkan bahawa penerapan nilai didikan yang lebih bermakna dalam drama cinta Melayu memerlukan keseimbangan antara tuntutan pasaran, kebebasan kreatif dan komitmen terhadap tanggungjawab sosial media.
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.
Kesahan Modul Berkonsepkan Gamifikasi Digital (My Gamify Pro Perniagaan) untuk Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran Subjek Perniaga
Kajian ini bertujuan untuk menentukan tahap kesahan kandungan Modul Gamifikasi Digital My Gamify Pro Perniagaan yang dibangunkan bagi subjek Perniagaan Tingkatan Empat, khususnya topik Bahagian Fungsian Utama dalam Organisasi Perniagaan. Modul ini dibina berasaskan pendekatan gamifikasi digital yang dipersonalisasi bagi meningkatkan minat, motivasi, penglibatan dan pencapaian murid melalui integrasi elemen seperti sistem mata, ganjaran, halangan dan jalan cerita yang disesuaikan dengan tahap pelajar. Penilaian kesahan dilaksanakan merangkumi empat aspek utama, iaitu kesahan kandungan, kesahan teknologi, kesahan bahasa serta kesahan struktur sesi dan kesesuaian aktiviti. Kajian ini menggunakan kaedah persetujuan pakar secara deskriptif dengan melibatkan sepuluh orang pakar dalam bidang pendidikan perniagaan, teknologi gamifikasi dan bahasa. Instrumen penilaian menggunakan borang kesahan berasaskan skala Likert lima mata. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa modul mencapai tahap kesahan yang tinggi dengan indeks kesahan bagi aspek kandungan, aktiviti, teknologi dan bahasa masing-masing sebanyak 0.97, 0.90, 0.82 dan 0.89. Implikasi kajian menunjukkan bahawa Modul My Gamify Pro Perniagaan berpotensi dijadikan bahan sokongan pengajaran dan pembelajaran yang sah serta sesuai untuk digunakan dalam konteks pendidikan sekolah menengah.
Kompetensi pegawai sulh dan mediator dalam penyelesaian pertikaian di Malaysia
Penyelesaian pertikaian melalui mekanisme alternatif (ADR) kini menjadi paradigma utama dalam sistem perundangan Malaysia bagi mengurangkan beban litigasi serta memelihara keharmonian sosial. Artikel ini bertujuan menganalisis secara perbandingan perbezaan kompetensi antara pegawai sulh dalam sistem Syariah dan mediator dalam sistem Sivil. Menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif berasaskan analisis dokumen terhadap instrumen perundangan, arahan amalan, dan literatur akademik, kajian ini meneliti bagaimana dwi-sistem perundangan mencorakkan profil profesional pengamal. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa perbezaan konteks institusi dan struktur perundangan telah membentuk keperluan kompetensi yang berbeza di mana pegawai sulh memerlukan kompetensi yang berpaksikan nilai syarie, manakala mediator sivil menuntut kompetensi fasilitatif neutral yang profesional. Analisis ini membuktikan bahawa kompetensi pegawai bukanlah suatu konstruk universal, sebaliknya merupakan manifestasi unik sistem perundangan masing-masing. Artikel ini menyumbang kepada pemerkasaan standard profesionalisme ADR yang lebih responsif terhadap konteks institusi di Malaysia.
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.
Pembuktian melalui ujian DNA dalam kes-kes jenayah di Mahkamah Syariah Malaysia
Perkembangan pesat dalam bidang sains dan teknologi telah membawa kepada penemuan Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA). Penemuan ini telah merubah landskap dunia khususnya dalam bidang perundangan dan siasatan jenayah. Peranan DNA yang unik telah membantu menyelesaikan kes-kes jenayah di Mahkamah Sivil dengan efektif dan cepat. Sungguhpun begitu, senario berbeza terjadi di Mahkamah Syariah yang mana pemakaiannya agak terhad berbanding di Mahkamah Sivil. Sekiranya isu ini berterusan, ia akan menyebabkan pembuktian sesuatu kes menjadi sukar terutamanya bagi kes-kes yang tiada saksi atau pengakuan seterusnya menyebabkan keadilan tidak dapat ditegakkan. Justeru, kajian ini dijalankan untuk mengkaji ujian DNA dari perspektif hukum syarak serta menganalisis pemakaian bukti saintifik dalam sistem perundangan syariah di Malaysia. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan strategi kajian kes melibatkan beberapa kes terpilih di Malaysia. Data yang diperoleh kemudiannya dianalisis menggunakan kaedah analisis kandungan dan analisis dokumen secara tematik. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa terdapat penerimaan bersyarat terhadap bukti saintifik dalam Mahkamah Syariah di Malaysia. Walau bagaimanapun, penerimaan ini tertakluk kepada prinsip hukum syarak. Dari segi teori kajian ini menyumbang kepada literatur fiqh forensik khususnya di Malaysia. Sebagai implikasi, kajian ini mencadangkan penambahbaikan dari segi undang-undang dengan meminda Akta Keterangan Mahkamah Syariah bagi mengiktiraf bukti saintifik secara lebih jelas. Di samping itu, latihan profesional kepada pengamal undang-undang perlu giat dilakukan agar mereka mempunyai pemahaman yang kukuh berkaitan bukti saintifik, sekaligus dapat meningkatkan profesionalisme dan keadilan dalam sistem perundangan Islam di Malaysia.
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.
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.
Needs analysis for developing a structured career guidance module for pre-university students in Malaysia
Career decision-making at the pre-university stage in Malaysia represents a high-stakes transition, yet many students select fields of study with limited systematic guidance, contributing to uncertainty and weak career readiness. Guided by the need to align educational provision with lifelong learning goals and national priorities for skills development, this study conducted a needs analysis to inform the development of a structured career guidance module for pre-university students. Using a quantitative survey design, data were collected from 83 counsellors and education officers serving across pre-university settings (e.g., matriculation colleges, Form Six institutions, and daily schools offering Form Six) via convenience sampling. The Module Needs Analysis Questionnaire demonstrated strong content validity (CVI = .90) and good internal consistency (Cronbach’s α = .861). Descriptive analyses revealed unanimous agreement that career planning at the pre-university level was important and that structured guidance was necessary (100%). Respondents also reported students’ low awareness of systematic career planning (100%), limited concern about career planning (85.5%), low programme involvement (81.9%), and a tendency to opt out when participation was optional (69.1%). Although existing career programmes were perceived as beneficial, only 27.7% of institutions reported implementing module-based career programmes, indicating a substantial implementation gap. Overall, the findings supported the development of a standardised, theory-informed, and scalable module. The module should prioritise increasing systematic career planning awareness and participation, while addressing key determinants of career decision readiness through constructs commonly emphasised in the literature, including career adaptability, career maturity, and dysfunctional career thinking.
Asas ketenteraan Islam di bawah Nūr al-Dīn Maḥmūd Zankī (1146-1174M)
Aspek kepimpinan, disiplin dan moral tentera merupakan antara faktor teras kejayaan peperangan menurut Sun Tzu. Berasaskan kerangka ini, makalah ini meneroka asas ketenteraan Islam di bawah pemerintahan Nūr al-Dīn Maḥmūd Zankī (1146-1174M) dengan memberi tumpuan kepada struktur dan logistik tentera, komposisi pasukan, kebajikan tentera serta taktik perang yang digerakkan dalam usaha mempertahankan dan membebaskan wilayah-wilayah Islam. Dari sudut metodologi, kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif melalui analisis terhadap teks-teks sejarah utama dan karya sekunder yang membincangkan pemerintahan serta strategi ketenteraan Nūr al-Dīn. Dapatan kajian memberikan gambaran yang lebih tuntas berkenaan asas ketenteraan yang dibangunkan oleh Nūr al-Dīn bukan sahaja memperkukuh kestabilan dan keberkesanan pertahanan Islam pada zaman pertengahan, malah memperlihatkan satu model ketenteraan yang tersusun, berteraskan keadilan sosial serta menekankan dimensi moral dan kebajikan tentera. Secara tidak langsung, kajian ini menyumbang kepada pengayaan wacana ketenteraan Islam dengan mengetengahkan hubungan antara kepimpinan strategik, etika perang dan kelangsungan sebuah kerajaan Islam.
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.
Digital-based learning in early childhood education: Implications for preschool reading skill development
This study is a systematic review that synthesized previously published literature to determine the implications of digital-based learning on preschool children for reading development. Digital technologies have been rapidly integrated into early learning environments, changing preschool education practices. Digital media learning tools are commonly used to promote emergent literacy, but the evidence regarding their efficacy is mixed. But ongoing debates continue over screen time, developmentally appropriate use, the wide variation in quality of digital tools, and the role of adults as mediators. In highlighting these challenges, a synthesis that provides balance and clarity on the current state of understanding is necessary to inform evidence-informed practice. Methods user a narrative review approach Utilizing Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC and Google Scholar, major electronic databases, to identify relevant literature. Research papers types are peer-reviewed empirical studies, reviews and theoretical papers in English and publication between 2010–2024 to ensure comprehensive coverage, we also reviewed reference lists from key articles. A thorough literature review was conducted, followed by thematic synthesis methods to uncover patterns, trends, and gaps. According to the review result, digital-based learning can provide developmentally appropriate support for some foundational reading skills especially phonological awareness, letter recognition, and vocabulary when tools are developmentally appropriate and supplemental to traditional instruction. Teacher guidance and parental involvement are strong determinants of outcomes. Nonetheless, evidence is heterogeneous and methodological shortcomings remain frequent. This review represents a sophisticated contribution to the understanding of the potential benefits of digital–assisted preschool reading development and highlights the necessity for careful research and structured deployment.
Reka bentuk alat bantu bahan mengajar (ABBM) digital sinografi berasaskan model ADDIE di Sekolah Seni Malaysia
Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) memainkan peranan penting dalam memperkukuh transformasi pendidikan digital selaras dengan aspirasi Pelan Pembangunan Pendidikan Malaysia (PPPM 2013–2025) serta Dasar Pendidikan Digital 2023. Dalam konteks tersebut, pelaksanaan mata pelajaran Sinografi di Sekolah Seni Malaysia berhadapan dengan cabaran dari segi penyediaan sumber pengajaran yang sistematik, interaktif dan selari dengan keperluan pembelajaran abad ke-21. Kekurangan alat bantu bahan mengajar (ABBM) digital yang tersusun serta kebergantungan terhadap bahan konvensional berpotensi menjejaskan keberkesanan penyampaian kandungan yang bersifat teknikal dan visual.Sehubungan itu, kajian ini bertujuan membangunkan dan menilai kebolehgunaan ABBM berasaskan laman sesawang yang dinamakan Sceno-X bagi mata pelajaran Sinografi Tingkatan 4 di Sekolah Seni Malaysia dengan mengaplikasikan model reka bentuk ADDIE. Kajian ini dilaksanakan secara penyelidikan dan pembangunan (R&D) melalui lima fasa utama, iaitu analisis, reka bentuk, pembangunan, pelaksanaan dan penilaian. Data dikumpulkan melalui soal selidik terbuka, temu bual separa berstruktur, serta analisis maklum balas pengguna bagi menilai aspek kandungan, kebolehgunaan dan potensi keberkesanan ABBM yang dibangunkan. Triangulasi data antara guru dan murid dilaksanakan bagi meningkatkan kesahan dapatan. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa ABBM Sceno-X berpotensi menyokong pengajaran yang lebih terancang, interaktif dan berpusatkan murid, di samping meningkatkan kefahaman terhadap konsep Sinografi yang bersifat visual dan teknikal. Secara keseluruhannya, kajian ini menyumbang kepada pengukuhan amalan pedagogi guru Seni Teater serta menyediakan rujukan praktikal dalam pembangunan ABBM digital bagi bidang Pendidikan Kesenian di Sekolah Seni Malaysia.
A review on impulsivity and suicidal behaviour and its implications for Islamic-informed mental health care
Impulsivity is a recognised risk factor for suicidal behaviour, yet most research is grounded in Western contexts, limiting its cultural applicability in Muslim populations. This review examines the link between impulsivity and suicidal behaviour and explores its implications for Islamic-informed mental health care. Following PRISMA guidelines, a systematic search of Scopus, ProQuest, and EBSCO databases was conducted for studies from 2014 to 2024. Thirty peer-reviewed articles were selected and assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute checklist. Impulsivity consistently predicted suicidal ideation and attempts. Comorbidities such as depression and substance use increased risk. Religious commitment emerged as a protective factor, yet Islamic-based interventions rarely address impulsivity through structured clinical approaches. There is a need for culturally adapted care models integrating Islamic principles with psychological frameworks. Future research should develop validated tools and interventions tailored to Muslim contexts.
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.
Art education beyond the classroom: A narrative review of metaverse applications
This narrative review explores the application of metaverse in art education outside classroom and studio settings. With the ongoing innovation of immersive digital technologies it is increasingly possible to learn about art and its production in a virtual, interactive, collaborative space; so much that the metaverse can be seen as an exciting new territory for creative education. To set the scene for this field, a bibliometric study using Scopus was performed to analyze trends and themes in publications. An attempt was also made to incorporate PRISMA guidelines in the review process for increased transparency. Literature were found through the systematic search of Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC and Google Scholar augmented by reference screening and consisted primarily of peer-reviewed articles published between 2020 were conducted from 2020 to 2026. A narrative synthesis was employed to explore themes, such as conceptions of the metaverse in art education pedagogic affordances, effects on creativity and student identity, and challenges regarding access, curriculum negotiation integration equity ethical implications. Results suggest that the literature remains largely theoretical and exploratory but with limited empirical research on learning outcomes or inclusive practice. In summary, this review adds clarity regarding the present status of metaverse-based art education, and underscores the call for future evidence-based, pedagogically centered and representative research.
Strategi pemerkasaan identiti nasional menerusi kerangka Malaysia Madani: Analisis teoretikal dalam konteks kepelbagaian masyarakat di Malaysia
Malaysia merupakan sebuah negara yang terbina daripada masyarakat multietnik. Sebagai sebuah negara majmuk, pelbagai isu dan cabaran yang dihadapi oleh masyarakat awam dan pihak kerajaan dalam usaha membentuk serta memperkasa identiti nasional yang inklusif. Kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti elemen strategi yang efektif dalam memperkasa identiti nasional menerusi pendekatan teori nasionalisme dan kerangka Malaysia Madani. Analisis kandungan dilakukan dengan mendapatkan data serta maklumat daripada sumber kepustakaan seperti artikel ilmiah, buku dan akhbar. Fokus kajian ditumpukan kepada takrifan dan elemen pembentukan identiti nasional serta kefahaman mengenai kerangka Malaysia Madani. Dapatan awal menunjukkan masyarakat Malaysia berkongsi memori kolektif sejarah yang sama. Oleh itu, matlamat pembinaan negara bangsa dengan menetapkan satu identiti nasional inklusif menjadi titik tolak terhadap usaha membentuk perpaduan kepelbagaian masyarakat di Malaysia. Selain itu, kerangka Malaysia Madani dilihat mempunyai potensi sebagai alat strategik dalam memperkasakan identiti nasional serta jati diri kebangsaan menerusi pendekatan beberapa teori nasionalisme. Justeru, kajian ini diharap dapat menyumbang kepada pengaplikasian strategi yang efektif dalam menangani isu-isu perpecahan identiti nasional sekali gus mampu memperkukuhkan rasa kekitaan dalam kalangan rakyat Malaysia yang terdiri daripada pelbagai latar belakang etnik.
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.
Professional identity formation and self-efficacy among senior education counsellors: A narrative review
The purpose of this narrative review was to synthesize and critique the extant literature pertaining to the conceptualization of professional identity and self-efficacy development in educational and counselling contexts. Both professional identity and self-efficacy are widely recognized as key elements for effective and ethically-oriented professional practice. Professionals working in contemporary educational and counselling settings experience increasingly complex roles, and ambiguous expectations, therefore, it is even more necessary to establish a strong sense of professional identity and confidence in one's practice. Though both concepts have been studied extensively, the literature continues to be fragmented between disciplines; and there continue to be debates about the developmental processes underlying these constructs, and the relative impact of the individual and the environment. A narrative review methodology was used to facilitate the conceptual integration and critical examination of the various sources of data. Searches of the main electronic databases (Scopus, Web of Science, ERIC, PsycINFO, and Google Scholar) along with screening of reference lists were used to identify relevant literature. Empirical studies, theoretical papers, and review articles published in English were synthesized to provide insight into both current thinking in addition to historical foundations. The review indicates that professional identity and self-efficacy are dynamic and interdependent constructs which are developed through reflective practice, experiential learning, mentoring and organizational culture. There is general consensus among researchers about the reciprocal nature of these constructs; however, there is inconsistency related to the directionality of causation, environmental influences and developmental paths. Of note, the literature lacks longitudinal research and lacks consistency in theoretical frameworks across studies. This evaluation provides a comprehensive overview of how the development of professional identity and the development of self-efficacy are interrelated as a way of promoting long-term sustainable professional growth and development. Additionally, this evaluation highlights the need for studies that use longitudinal designs and take into account context and provide interventions which are designed to enhance both professional identity and self-efficacy in educational programs and policies related to professionals.
Pujian dalam syair Arab: Analisis perbandingan Zuhair bin Abi Sulma dan Hassan bin Thabit
Puisi Arab merupakan salah satu bentuk kesusasteraan yang penting dalam masyarakat Arab sejak zaman Jahiliyah hingga zaman Islam. Antara tema utama dalam puisi Arab ialah pujian (madḥ), yang digunakan untuk menyanjung tokoh-tokoh berpengaruh dalam masyarakat. Dua penyair yang menonjol dalam tradisi ini ialah Zuhair bin Abi Sulma dan Hassan bin Thabit, yang masing-masing mewakili zaman Jahiliyah dan zaman awal Islam. Walau bagaimanapun, kebanyakan kajian terdahulu meneliti puisi kedua-dua penyair ini secara berasingan, manakala kajian yang membandingkan secara khusus tema pujian dalam karya mereka masih terhad. Oleh itu, kajian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis secara perbandingan ciri-ciri pujian dalam syair kedua-dua penyair serta mengenal pasti perbezaan tema dan tujuan pujian yang terdapat dalam karya mereka. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan analisis teks terhadap beberapa puisi terpilih bagi meneliti aspek gaya bahasa, struktur pujian, dan konteks sosial yang mempengaruhi karya mereka. Hasil kajian ini diharapkan dapat menjelaskan perubahan konsep pujian dalam puisi Arab daripada nilai kesukuan pada zaman Jahiliyah kepada nilai keagamaan pada zaman Islam, sekali gus memperlihatkan peranan puisi sebagai cerminan perubahan sosial dan budaya dalam masyarakat Arab.
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.
The concept of charity in Islam: An analysis of Imam al-Qurtubi's exegesis
Abstract: The Qur’an and Ḥadith emphasise the importance of charity (ṣadaqah) as the most noble way of utilising wealth in order to attain the pleasure of Allah and assist those in need, and it should therefore be practised by every Muslim. Charity not only serves to purify the soul but also contributes to the development of socio-economic sustainability and social reform that leads to the well-being of individuals and society, both in this world and in the Hereafter. Every Muslim must refer to the Qur’an and Hadith as the primary sources of guidance to ensure that their actions are in accordance with Islamic principles and teachings. This study aims to analyse the concept of charity in Islam, with particular focus on the interpretation of Qur’anic verses related to charity based on the views of Imam al-Qurtubi in his exegetical work, al-Jami’ li Aḥkam al-Qur’an. The research method employed is a library-based study, concentrating primarily on Imam al-Qurtubi’s tafsir, in addition to relevant academic books and journal articles related to the subject. The study finds that al-Qurtubi interprets charity as the act of giving wealth in a tangible manner through direct provision. According to him, the meaning of charity is broad and encompasses various forms, including anything given to others, expenditures for one’s own benefit, and spending on horses for the purpose of jihad in the path of Allah. He also explains that voluntary charity given by both men and women will be rewarded with multiplied recompense: ten, seventy, or seven hundred times, and even beyond measure ultimately culminating in the reward of Paradise. The significance of this study lies in demonstrating that the concept of charity in Islam is comprehensive, encompassing various forms of voluntary giving, including both material and non-material acts of benevolence, which remain relevant and significant in contemporary society. Keywords: Charity, al-Qurtubi, Exegesis.
Pemerihalan retrospektif komuniti gelandangan Muslim di Malaysia: Satu tinjauan literatur
Fenomena gelandangan Muslim di Malaysia mencerminkan isu sosial yang semakin kompleks dalam lanskap pembangunan kontemporari, namun kajian sistematik terhadapnya masih terhad, khususnya dari perspektif integrasi antara kebajikan sosial dan keagamaan. Kekaburan dalam definisi konseptual, pendekatan dasar yang bersifat reaktif, serta kecenderungan melihat gelandangan sebagai manifestasi kegagalan individu telah melemahkan perumusan intervensi yang holistik dan berkesan. Sehubungan itu, makalah ini bertujuan mengkaji secara retrospektif dan kritis literatur berkaitan komuniti gelandangan Muslim di Malaysia, dengan menekankan faktor penyumbang, peranan instrumen zakat, sokongan keagamaan, serta keberkesanan inisiatif kerajaan dan organisasi bukan kerajaan (NGO). Penulisan ini bersifat kajian kualitatif melalui kaedah tinjauan literatur dengan pengaplikasian reka bentuk kajian sejarah dan analisis kandungan. Kajian ini menggunakan metode dokumentasi sebagai kaedah pengumpulan data dengan memfokuskan pada beberapa sumber yang meyakinkan. Manakala bagi kaedah analisis data, kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif menerusi analisis kritikan dalaman dan kritikan luaran terhadap dokumen dan teks sejarah yang relevan. Dapatan kajian ini menghujahkan bahawa fenomena gelandangan Muslim berpunca daripada interaksi kompleks antara kemiskinan struktural, kerapuhan institusi keluarga, tekanan hutang, isu kesihatan mental, dan kelemahan penghayatan agama. Pada masa yang sama, inisiatif sedia ada didapati lebih bersifat jangka pendek dan kurang berorientasikan pemerkasaan lestari. Penulisan ini menegaskan bahawa penanganan isu gelandangan Muslim memerlukan anjakan paradigma ke arah pendekatan holistik yang mengintegrasikan pemerkasaan ekonomi, sokongan psikososial, pengukuhan identiti Islam berteraskan tauhid, serta pengoptimuman instrumen zakat selaras dengan prinsip Maqasid al-Shariah. Pendekatan ini bukan sahaja bertujuan pemulihan fizikal dan sosial, tetapi juga menjamin pemulihan bermaruah, berdaya tahan dan selaras dengan nilai keadilan serta rahmat dalam masyarakat Islam di Malaysia.
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.
Incarceration related stressors among female inmates in Malaysia
Imprisonment is associated with a range of adverse psychological consequences that may undermine inmates’ emotional well-being and adjustment during incarceration. Women in prison may experience particularly complex forms of distress due to separation from family, restricted autonomy, uncertainty about the future, and unresolved emotional burdens related to their past. This study examined the types of incarceration-related stressors experienced by female inmates in a prison located in the southern region of Malaysia. A quantitative descriptive survey design was employed, and 123 female inmates participated in the study. Data were collected using the Prison Stress Scale (PS Scale) and analyzed using descriptive statistics, including means, frequencies, percentages, and standard deviations. The findings indicated that the most salient stressors experienced by the inmates were missing family or friends, concerns about the future, regrets about the past, and missing freedom. Overall, the respondents reported a moderately high level of stress during incarceration. These findings underscore the emotional and psychosocial burden of imprisonment among women and provide useful insights for prison authorities, counselors, and mental health practitioners in designing appropriate intervention and support programmes to enhance the psychological well-being of female inmates.
Seni kaligrafi Islam: Satu resensi koleksi penulisan di Muzium Kesenian Islam Malaysia
Seni kaligrafi Islam merupakan satu daripada cabang kesenian yang paling signifikan dalam khazanah tamadun Islam, khususnya kerana hubungannya yang intim dengan al-Qur’an sebagai wahyu ilahi, di samping mengandungi nilai estetika, simbolisme dan spiritual yang mendalam. Kaligrafi Islam tidak berfungsi semata-mata sebagai medium penulisan teks, bahkan berkembang sebagai suatu bentuk ekspresi visual dan budaya yang mencerminkan kerangka pemikiran, kehalusan estetika serta identiti masyarakat Islam merentas pelbagai ruang dan zaman sejarah. Makalah ini merupakan sebuah kajian Sorotan Literatur Sistematik (SLR) yang memberi tumpuan kepada koleksi kaligrafi Islam yang didokumentasikan oleh Muzium Kesenian Islam Malaysia (MKIM). Tujuan utama penulisan ini meneliti pengaruh faktor budaya dan geografi terhadap pembentukan gaya kaligrafi dalam koleksi muzium tersebut, di samping menganalisis variasi gaya, bentuk dan pendekatan estetik kaligrafi Islam yang dipamerkan dalam koleksi MKIM. Kajian ini dilaksanakan menerusi pendekatan Sorotan Literatur Sistematik dengan meneliti, menyaring dan menyusun maklumat daripada buku-buku pameran, katalog muzium serta terbitan akademik yang berkaitan secara langsung dengan koleksi kaligrafi MKIM. Hasil kajian mendapati bahawa koleksi kaligrafi Islam di MKIM memperlihatkan kepelbagaian tradisi penulisan Islam yang terbentuk melalui interaksi kompleks antara faktor budaya, wilayah dan kronologi sejarah. Wacana ini sekaligus menyumbang kepada pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang pembentukan identiti visual Islam melalui seni kaligrafi, serta menegaskan peranan MKIM sebagai institusi rujukan penting dalam usaha pendokumentasian, pemeliharaan dan pendidikan kesenian Islam di Malaysia.