Literasi alam sekitar menurut paradigma agama

Environmental literacy refers to the specific literacy that promotes responsible environmental behavior. Theoretically speaking, environmental literacy operates in a continuum, beginning with awareness and concern of an issue, understanding of the issue and finally taking appropriate action. Since the term was introduced, the distinguishing character has been its ‘action’ perspective, which refers to the highest level of the continuum i.e. operational environmental literacy. This is crucial since the true indicator of environmental commitment is the action taken by individuals, community and society. This paper will discuss the concept of environmental literacy and its relevance in contemporary society. The author argues that a promising way in promoting environmental literacy is through the understanding of values and ethics with regard to the relationship of man and his environment within Islamic paradig

Teachers’ perception towards islamic methods of finance / Rozita Ibrahim

Islamic banking products and services are gaining popularity among people across the globe due to its wider product coverage and ability to traverse the global economic melt-down. However, to what extent this statement is true in Malaysian context. Hence, this research aims to examine teachers’ perception towards Islamic Methods of finance in Malaysia. The analysis of this research involved 100 respondents, all of whom are based in Pasir Mas, Kelantan. The result of the study showed that Islamic banking services are not making headway among people in Kelantan. Despite this negative trend, more efforts need to be energized to enhance the level of understanding for customers on the Islamic banking concepts. Similarly, a more comprehensive research is required to be undertaken to uncover various reasons of Islamic banking selection by teachers. For the degree of perception, the link between principles, differences and selection criteria could not be established with the perception that the establishment of Islamic banking will improve the overall banking facilities since most of the respondents were unsure of Islamic banking products and services are gaining popularity among people. Several analysis including, frequency analysis, reliability analysis, regression analysis including F-test and ANOVA were used to evaluate all these factors. Thus, an appropriate means of investigating the topic from this perspective was done through data collection of questionnaires to understand the meanings they have for their response and expectations. Results have clearly shown that there is a no significant result between the teachers’ perception towards Islamic methods of finance and principles, differences and selection criteria of Islamic banking. Recommendations are being suggested to propose the best ways for public to increase and upgrade their understanding in the futur

Perbezaan gender tekanan psikologikal dan kesihatan mental dalam kalangan pelajar prasiswazah

Individu yang sihat mental mampu mengekalkan perhubungan yang harmoni dengan orang lain dan berupaya mengambil bahagian serta menyumbang kepada masyarakat. Kesihatan mental seseorang sangat berkait rapat dengan tekanan psikologikal yang dihadapi dan kebolehan individu berkenaan menanganinya. Kertas ini membincangkan hasil kajian mengenai tekanan psikologikal dan kesihatan mental pelajar prasiswazah di Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), dengan memfokuskan kepada perbandingan di antara pelajar-pelajar lelaki dan perempuan. Kajian tinjauan ini mengambil pendekatan kuantitatif dengan menggunakan instrumen kajian yang digunakan adalah General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12) dan Mental Health Inventory (MHI). Seramai 200 orang pelajar lelaki dan perempuan dari pelbagai fakulti dan kolej kediaman telah mengambil bahagian dalam kajian ini. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahawa majoriti responden adalah rendah tekanan psikologikalnya. Namun demikian, pelajar lelaki didapati lebih tertekan berbanding pelajar perempuan. Demikian juga dapatan MHI menunjukkan hampir kesemua responden mempunyai tahap kesihatan mental yang tinggi dan sederhana. Namun begitu, kesihatan mental responden perempuan didapati lebih baik berbanding lelaki. Hasil kajian yang memperincikan perbandingan antara pelajar lelaki dengan perempuan amat relevan pada masa kini yang didominasi pelajar perempuan dan pengurangan pelajar lelaki di universiti-universiti seluruh negara

Relevance of stakeholders in policy implementation

The purpose of this study is to examine the relevance of stakeholders in education policy implementation. This become necessary for the fact that despite efforts of most countries in contemporary world of not only trying to ensure that quality education is received, but of making education accessible to all, the aim has not been adequately achieved due to ineffective implementation of the education policies and lack of relevant stakeholder’s involvement as the government alone cannot shoulder the responsibility of education provision. Using qualitative research approach, 15 respondents were purposively interviewed and the result analyzed using Nvivo software. The findings indicated that education stakeholders have significant role to play in policy implementation which is categorized into two themes (i.e. total commitment and supporting the school system). It is therefore, recommended that stakeholders should be allowed full participation in education provision; government should as well provide sound measures of effective implementation so that collaboratively quality education could be ensured

Education stakeholder’s constraints in policy decisions for effective policy implementation in Nigeria

Stakeholder’s participation in policy decisions and implementation was identified as an effective mechanism of ensuring educational quality and development.Through literature and document review this paper is aimed at identifying the factors that impede effective stakeholder participation in the implementation of education policies despite the fact that the National Education Policy has guaranteed their participation with a view to eliminating overlaps, sustain and achieve synergy. Among the identified issues that hinders their effective engagement include sidelining them in educational matters, politicizing education policies and delay in making decisions in cases of their involvement such as the School Based Management Committees (SBMC’s) and the Parent Teacher’s Association (PTA).To rectify the challenges towards achieving the goals of education, it is recommended that the government should partner with the stakeholders in education provision, involve them in all education related issues even in cases of policy revision; intensify enlightment campaigns about government policies & that the differences among the stakeholder should be accommodated as this is believed to ensure effective implementation of the policies

Stakeholder perceptions of secondary education quality in Sokoto State, Nigeria

Purpose – This study aims to obtain stakeholder perceptions of secondary education quality in Sokoto State, Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach – A qualitative research approach was used by conducting interviews. Data were purposively collected from a sample of 15 education stakeholders in Sokoto State, and analyzed to extract major themes using the NVivo software program. Findings – The results of the interviews suggested that high-quality education is defined by the following seven dimensions that fell under a systems-based framework: the provision of adequate instructional materials, the provision of educational infrastructure, imparting the “right” knowledge, meeting education “yardsticks”, provision of teacher support and welfare, creating a conducive learning atmosphere and availability of high-quality teachers. Research limitations/implications – The research is confined to the Sokoto State only. Although the findings may be applicable to other states of the Nigerian federation, the qualitative research design limits generalization beyond the present data. The research has methodological limitations in that only a qualitative approach was used in obtaining and analyzing the data. Practical implications – This study presents dimensions of, and a definition of, secondary education quality, as perceived by education stakeholders in Sokoto State, Nigeria. This systems-based definition could be useful to the government in re-designing its educational plans and ensuring quality in secondary education programs. Once fully applied in the educational system, issues of low-quality education and graduation of unprepared students can be addressed more systematically. The goal of admitting more competent school leavers into tertiary institutions could also be pursued actively. Other social challenges, such as juvenile delinquency, can likewise be addressed. The study draws attention of those responsible for education provision in Nigeria to look inward to focus on those dimensions that need prompt and urgent improvements so that education quality can be ensured for a better society. Originality/value – This study provides a systems-based framework of educational quality to guide school improvement efforts in Nigerian secondary schools that reflect values of regional stakeholders. This study demonstrates an easy-to-apply method for deriving educational quality indicators with stakeholder involvement. The dimensions obtained are supported by theory and the literature discusse

Empirical analysis of teacher’s accountability as an instrument of effective policy implementation in Nigeria

Accountability in discharging official duties is very essential as it increases effectiveness and efficiency in service delivery.As public servants teachers are expected to demonstrate high level commitment in the teaching and learning process as this will lead to the attainment of quality education.The paper pointed out that where secondary education is of good quality, right students will be admitted into tertiary institutions of learning and subsequently, competent graduates will be produced who will work in different capacities.Literate workforce is however capable of implementing government’s policies in a more effective and efficient manner. The research employs descriptive research analysis to analyze teacher’s accountability in secondary schools of Sokoto state, Nigeria. The results showed pleasing teacher’s accountability. The paper therefore recommends that the government should intensify efforts and put in place more appropriate mechanisms including motivation and constant training and re-training of the teachers in order to maintain the tempo as this will ensure the attainment of the much needed quality education and subsequently effective implementation of government policies

Effects of mulching and fertilizer on nutrient dynamics of sand tailings growth with acacia hybrid.

Studies on the contribution of oil palm empty fruit bunch (EFB) mulch mat and its impact on fertiliser loss through leaching on sand tailings are lacking. Sand tailings in Malaysia formed through tin mining activities are problematic soils for agriculture and forestry. An experiment with two types of EFB mulch mat applied in combination with NPK (nitrogen:phosphorus:potassium) fertiliser was established in pots containing sandy tin tailing soil to assess their effects on soil nutrient enrichment and leaching. Application of mulch mat reduced leaching of fertiliser compared with treatments without mulch mats. Incorporating fertiliser inside the mulch mat at the production stage could be the best way of applying inorganic fertiliser on sandy soils as the amounts of N, P and K loss was reduced significantly compared with treatments without mulch. There was poor synchronisation between fertiliser input and plant nutrient demand. The amount of fertiliser applied seemed to be in excess of the uptake capacity by roots especially for highly mobile nutrients N and K. Application of mulch mat on sand tailings however did not ameliorate the soil nutrient properties after 16 weeks. This could be due to the porous nature of the sand tailings

Establishment of Green Chemistry Awareness Instrument for secondary school students

The purpose of the study was to develop a valid and reliable instrument that can assess green chemistry awareness among secondary schools. This study applied a quantitative approach with a survey design to obtain information related to items and constructs to build an instrument to access student awareness of green chemistry. The study population involved all form four students who are taking a chemistry subject in 85 secondary schools in the State of Melaka, Malaysia. This study involved two phases and all the respondents were selected using a random sampling method. The first phase involved 700 respondents and the second phase involved 500 respondents. The pilot study involved 100 students who were also randomly selected from the same population but not involved in phase I and phase II study. The data obtained were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) software. As a result, the Green Chemistry Awareness Instrument (GCAI) was developed. GCAI contains six constructs with a total of 29 items; knowledge (eight items), attitudes (six items), value (eight items), and awareness lighting (seven items). GCAI was found to have good content and construct validity as well as high reliability. Hence, it can assess green chemistry awareness among secondary school students. GCAI also has the advantage of being easily administered

Takrif kepimpinan, ciri-ciri pemimpin dan motivasi untuk memimpin menurut sudut pandang pemimpin wanita akar umbi

Penemuan terkini dalam penyelidikan kepimpinan yang dijalankan oleh para sarjana daripada pelbagai latar belakang budaya melaporkan dapatan yang bersifat spesifik kepada konteks, selain perbezaan gaya kepimpinan mengikut garisan gender. Di Malaysia sendiri telah banyak kajian tentang kepemimpinan dijalankan. Walau bagaimanapun, masih terdapat kelompongan dalam penyelidikan mengenai kepimpinan wanita, terutamanya di peringkat akar umbi. Bertunjangkan premis di atas, kajian telah dijalankan bertujuan untuk mendalami pengalaman kepimpinan dalam kalangan pemimpin wanita peringkat akar umbi. Artikel ini melaporkan dapatan temu bual kumpulan fokus yang disertai sekumpulan pemimpin wanita peringkat akar umbi. Tujuan temu bual kumpulan fokus tersebut adalah untuk memahami latar belakang dan sudut pandang responden tentang kepimpinan, berdasarkan pengalaman peribadi yang dikisahkan sendiri oleh mereka. Secara khusus, responden berkongsi pandangan mengenai definisi kepimpinan, ciri-ciri pemimpin ideal, motivasi atau pendorong untuk menjadi pemimpin dan pendekatan terbaik untuk melatih sekali gus memperkasa para pemimpin wanita akar umbi