Learning from the Perspectives of Albert Bandura and Abdullah Nashih Ulwan: Implications Towards the 21st Century Education

A vast existing literature in educational research has been explored on Social Cognitive Theory (SCT) with the focus on addressing self-efficacy, self-regulation and social interactions in learning. This theory is used as a framework to predict behaviours and interventions. However, researchers have managed to comprehend and adopt the theory comprehensively with regards to all the factors involved specifically in the domain of pedagogical potentials in education and metaphysics. Thus, this paper has two-fold purposes. Firstly, this paper seeks to revisit the SCT from Islamic perspectives. Secondly, it attempts to propose a new pedagogical framework adapted from both theories for enhancing classroom teaching and learning. For this, the theoretical approach of Abdullah Nashih Ulwan has been compared and contrasted with an analytical approach by framing the references of the theory and the domain in education and well-being. Based on the analytic summary, this research has adopted comparative holistic visual representation by analyzing the SCT and Islamic perspectives. In consequence, a proposed learning model is given for a comprehensive view from both perspectives. The findings will advocate teachers and researchers when dealing with holistic human behaviour and personality development

Role of Supply Chain Management on the Job Control and Social Support for Relationship between Work-Family Conflict and Job Satisfaction

Abstract- The present study investigates the relationship between work-family conflict and job satisfaction of Malaysian workers (N = 1125) based on the supply chain management. It examines the direct and moderating effects of job control and social support on work-family conflict and job satisfaction relationship. The current study examines the Job Demand-Control (JDC) [1] and Job Demand-Control-Support (JDCS) [2] models which are under research in the work-family conflict. Hierarchical regression analyses in the study reveal that work to family conflict (WFC), family to work conflict (FWC) and social support have a direct effect on job satisfaction. However, the result reveals that employees’ job control was not the primary predictor of their job satisfaction. Contrary to the prediction of the JDCS model, the moderating effects of job control and social support on the relationship between work-family conflict and job satisfaction are not found. Implications regarding the importance of the main effect of social support and supply chain management on understanding job satisfaction in Malaysian society and other possible moderators are discussed

Kemahiran generik ke arah pengukuhan modal insan kelas global

Tidak dapat dinafikan, kemajuan negara amat bergantung kepada pembangunan dan kekuatan ilmu rakyatnya. Maka dengan itu, RMK 9 memberikan penekanan kepada pembangunan modal insan agar wujud tenaga kerja yang memiliki minda kelas pertama termasuk pemikiran yang berkualiti dan berkemahiran (Chua Soi Lek, 2006).Pada suku tahun pertama 2004, dilaporkan bahawa kirakira 50,000 siswazah yang sebahagian besarnya daripada lulusan sains sosial dan sastera masih menganggur (Utusan Malaysia, 29/4/2004). Jumlah ini kian meningkat pada tahun 2005. Menurut Menteri Sumber Manusia, fenomena ini wujud kerana siswazah kurang menguasai kemahiran generik terutamanya kemahiran komunikasi, kemahiran berfikir dan memberi pandangan, kemahiran menyelesaikan masalah dan kemahiran melihat sesuatu secara holistik. (Utusan Malaysia 18/5/2004). Para majikan pula tidak memandang kecemerlangan akademik semata-mata sebagai syarat laku kerja. Di sinilah kemahiran generik menjadi semakin penting dan menjadi nilai tambah kepada individu dalam memasarkan dirinya di pasaran kerja. Kertas ini akan membincangkan senario semasa dan kepentingan kemahiran generik dibekalkan kepada siswazah, selain daripada pengetahuan merentas kurikulum yang selama ini diamalkan oleh kebanyakan institusi pengajian tinggi, bagi memenuhi kehendak pasaran kerja. Kertas ini juga akan memaparkan dapatan kajian yang dilakukan ke atas 220 syarikat di Malaysia mengenai keutamaan kemahiran generik yang diperlukan bagi graduan jurusan pemasaran, maritim, polisi awam dan perakaunan

Menjana budaya ilmu di kalangan pelajar institusi pengajian tinggi: satu anjakan paradigma

Institusi Pengajian Tinggi (IPT) di Malaysia berkembang pesat sejak sedekad lalu dengan pelbagai pembaharuan dari segi dasar dan inisiatif. Perkembangan ini dirangka selari dengan kepentingan ilmu dan keperluan pembangunan modal insan, bukan saja untuk keperluan tempatan malah didorong oleh dasar untuk menyediakan perkhidmatan pengajian tinggi berkualiti bagi memenuhi permintaan di rantau ini. Perkembangan ini bukan berlaku secara kebetulan, akan tetapi melalui perancangan strategik dasar kerajaan terhadap sektor pengajian tinggi yang proaktif, kestabilan politik, kepesatan ekonomi dan permintaan tinggi terhadap pengajian tinggi. Matlamat untuk membangunkan modal insan sudah pasti tidak akan tercapai sekiranya pembelajaran di IPT disalahtafsirkan ataupun hanya dianggap sebagai batu loncatan sahaja. Komuniti IPT perlu menyedari bahawa kemajuan ilmu yang sebenar tersurat menerusi kualiti jiwa, minda, aspirasi, cara hidup dan kemahiran yang dibangunkan dalam diri setiap ahli dalam komuniti akademik, termasuklah graduan. Untuk mencapai tahap dan kualiti kemajuan ilmu yang tinggi, dimensi kualiti pengajian tinggi itu sendiri seharusnya kompeten untuk membentuk budaya ilmu. Bagaimana untuk menjana budaya ilmu perlu dibuat perancangan yang rapi dengan mengambil kira aspek individu, proses dan persekitaran untuk menjamin kemampanan pembudayaan ilmu. Kertas kerja ini akan mengupas tentang anjakan paradigma sebagai satu proses perubahan sikap dan tingkahlaku ke arah penjanaan budaya ilmu di IPT. Paradigma baru perlu dibina sebagai asas kepada pembentukan budaya ilmu. Paradigma baru ini boleh dicipta dengan kaedah mewujudkan dan merperlihatkan keperluan dan kepentingannya bagi seseorang individu khususnya dan masyarakat amnya. Sebagai natijahnya, segala dana yang diperuntukkan, perancangan yang dibuat, pengemblengan sumber manusia dan transaksi tidak akan tersasar daripada matlamat penjanaan modal insan sekaligus menyumbang kepada kemajuan agama, bangsa dan negara

Conceptual thinking from the Western and Islamic perspectives.

This paper examines the concept of thinking from the worldviews of the Western and Islam by highlighting the ideological differences. Thinking from a Western viewpoint involves just the body and mind which is described as the ability to analyse arguments, draw conclusions through reasoning, make judgments and assessments, evaluate circumstances, and find a solution to a problem. Meanwhile, thinking from an Islamic perspective involves not only the body and mind but also the spiritual aspect of qalb, aql, and nafs. This study is a library based research and it employs qualitative data analysis. Methodology used is based on descriptive, comparative, evaluative and critical analysis from both perspectives. A comparison is made between the two notions and the implications of both. A theoretical model of thinking which is based on Islamic worldviews is also proposed

Work family conflict among teachers: evaluating measurement model fit

Work family conflict issue has received increasing attention by researchers involving the psychometric properties of measurement scale and its factor structures. Thus, the present study evaluated the psychometric properties and confirmed the factor structure of the work family conflict. A survey design using self-administered questionnaire was conducted to collect the data from 487 teachers in East Coast of Malaysia (Kelantan, Terengganu and Pahang) through multistage-random sampling technique. Results of exploratory factor analysis performed using Principal Component Analysis (PCA) yielded two factor structures with the cut off value of loading factor (λx) is 0.50 with rotated solution is Varimax. Further, the confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) also confirmed the scale as a two model factor with good fit indices of p<0.01, χ2 /df=2.41, RMSEA=0.05, CFI=0.99, PCFI=0.63. All items also yielded acceptable factor loading (λx) ranging from 0.72 to 0.94. Thus, the work family conflict scale is a valid and reliable instrument among Malay speaking teachers in the East Coast of Malaysia and proved as a two factor models (e.g. work conflict and family conflict) as the best model fit. Benefits of the measure and uses are discussed

A Study of Psychometric Instruments and Constructs of Work-Related Stress among Seafarers: A Qualitative Approach

Due to unpredictable and demanding working circumstances and the significant potential for dangers and accidents, seafaring has been characterised as one of the world’s riskiest and stressful vocations that lead to physical and mental health problems. However, very few instruments measure work-related stress, particularly in a seafaring context. None of the instruments are psychometrically sound. Therefore, a valid and reliable instrument to measure seafaring work-related stress is indispensable. This study aims to review work-related stress instruments and to explore the work-related stress construct among seafarers in Malaysia. This study uses a systematic review and semi-structured interviews across two phases. In Phase 1, we conducted a systematic review of several databases: Academic Search Ultimate, Emerald Journal Premier, Journal Storage (JSTOR), ScienceDirect, Springer Link, Taylor and Francis Online, and Wiley Online Library based on Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-analyses (PRISMA). In 8975 articles, only 4 (four) studies used psychological instruments and 5 (five) studies used survey questionnaires to measure work-related stress. In Phase 2, we conducted a semi-structured interview with 25 (twenty-five) seafarers, online due to COVID-19 restrictions. The semi-structured interview indicated 6 (six) themes, namely, physical stress, personal issues, social living onboard, technostress, work factors, and the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. In conclusion, the present study has identified three psychometric instruments for measuring work-related stress among seafarers: The Psychological General Well-Being Index, Perceived Stress Scale, and Job Content Questionnaire. We also found psychometric elements in some of the instruments are questionable, such as theoretical basis, construct development, and inadequate internal consistency value. In addition, this study also found that work-related stress is a multidimensional construct that needs to be studied based on work contexts. The findings of this study can contribute to the body of knowledge of a work-related stress construct in a seafaring context and could help to inform policy makers in the maritime industry. This study suggests a psychological instrument to measure work-related stress among seafarers in future studies

Counselling students’ perception of online learning during COVID- 19 in Malaysia

The COVID-19 pandemic is of global proportions affecting Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), with online learning becoming a prominent approach to students’ learning during the pandemic. However, minimal attention has been paid to researching online learning in Malaysia during COVID-19. This cross-sectional study examines students’ perceptions of online learning during the pandemic. A sample of 457 counselling students has been chosen using purposive sampling. Online questionnaires in Google Forms with an appended consent form were distributed to the respondents via WhatsApp with 184 respondents and a response rate of 40.3 per cent. The online questionnaire comprised demographic, students’ perception towards online learning (a closed-ended question), reasons for liking and disliking online learning (two closed-ended questions), their preferable online teaching material and delivery (a closed-ended question), and suggestions to overcome online learning constraints (an open-ended question). Data collection was carried out in approximately two weeks and analysed using descriptive statistics. The results showed that the majority of respondents (84.8%) decided that the online learning approach was essential during the pandemic. Most students liked online learning because learning can continue even during the pandemic (75.7%), it was safer to study at home than to go to campus (63.0%), and it facilitated meeting the requirements to graduate on time (44.5%). Most disliked online learning because doing group assignments online was difficult (60.3%), attending online classes was challenging (59.8%), and taking an online test was challenging (55.3%). The respondents (50.0%) also acknowledged that the most effective teaching material and delivery tool for online learning was a PowerPoint with audio (asynchronous method). The respondents recommended internet stability and speed improvements, and a convenient space for studying online at home. This study contributes to the theory and evidence necessary for future research, programmes, and interventions to promote a fully digitally connected and informed society

An emotional intelligence relationship with academic achievement: An Islamic secondary school student context

This study is about the investigation of Form One Islamic High School students emotional intelligence at Hulu Terengganu district in Malaysia. 364 Form One students was selected from 4 Islamic high school in the district to answer the questionaires. The data of frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation was run and analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS version 20.0). Research outcome showed that the students’ emotional intelligence level is in the medium range, which interpersonal skill is the most dominant domain among the students. Its shows have a relationship between the emotional intelligence and the students’ academic achievement through the Pearson correlation analysis. But the relationship is not significant.&nbsp