The perception of entrepreneurial success factors of women entrepreneurs in Malaysia

The rationale of this study is to emphasise on potential factors which could influence the perceived success of Malaysian women entrepreneurs in Malaysia. The literature is aimed to study the influence of personality traits on entrepreneurial success. According to prior studies, the most mentioned personality traits for entrepreneurs are need for achievement, internal locus of control, risk taking propensity, need for autonomy, self-confidence, innovativeness and tolerance for ambiguity. Hence, this study is purposive in determining the relationship of each of these factors with the perceived success of Malaysian women entrepreneurs in Malaysia

Students’ Learning Experience in A Web Design Course Using Flipped Classroom Approach In Higher Education

The incorporation of information technology in education has benefitted learning institutions, instructors as well as students in coping with how knowledge can be transferred, absorbed, and used in the context of teaching and learning. The flipped classroom has been used to maximize the in-class time with discussions and critical thinking activities and leaves the learning to the students prior to the in-class sessions which were considered difficult to be implemented in a traditional classroom setting. The aim of this study is to explore students’ learning experiences with the implementation of flipped classroom approach. This study presents 96 business program students’ experiences of incorporating flipped classroom approach in a web designing course at the university level. Both quantitative and qualitative questionnaire was used to collect data for this study. The findings of the study showed that students responded positively to this approach. Students expressed that they are able to learn better and be more prepared to attend face-to-face classes. They appreciated that they were given the freedom to take charge of their individual learning. The hands-on nature of the course made flipped classroom favorable because students are able to apply their knowledge immediately by using the self-check questions after viewing the videos and progress to more complex applications during the in-class sessions. Students welcomed such an approach to be used in other hands-on or practical courses. However, there are still areas of concern and challenges for both students and instructors that need to be looked into when incorporating the flipped classroom model

A Study on Students’ Perspectives Towards Online Learning and Face-to-Face Learning in Post-Pandemic Context

The reopening of the campus marks the transition from virtual learning to traditional face-to-face classroom setups in Malaysian higher learning institutions, due to the influence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Upon returning to campus, both students and lecturers must adapt to this change in learning mode. This paper focuses on the perspectives of students regarding online learning and face-to-face learning. It examines students' opinions on preferences, flexibility, interaction, and learning experience in both modes of learning. To gather data, an online questionnaire was administered to Multimedia University (MMU) students in Malaysia. The results indicated that students were uncertain about their preference for physical learning versus online learning. Furthermore, the study highlighted the significance students attribute to the flexibility offered by online learning. However, the findings revealed that students perceived the importance of interaction and learning experience during face-to-face learning. These findings have practical implications for educators and policymakers in designing post-pandemic learning delivery approaches in higher education institutions

A Study on Online Assessment Preference and Performance During COVID-19 Pandemic

The campus closure and lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic which took place in 2020 had resulted in the adoption of virtual learning in higher learning institutions in Malaysia. The implementation of fully online learning approaches required both learners and educators to adapt to online assessment methods. In line with this, the shift from physical and written tests to online tests had a significant impact on teaching and learning in the virtual classroom. This paper presents students' preferences for online assessment platforms and types of assessment questions. This study also explores the impact of online assessment towards students' performance during virtual learning. Data was collected through an online questionnaire distributed to students from Multimedia University (MMU), Malaysia. This study found that students preferred closed-ended questions design and Google Classroom as the platform of online assessment. This study also revealed that students' academic performance improved during online learning. The findings of this study will be useful to academics and educators in designing effective online assessments if online learning continues after the pandemic. It also provides a framework for future research into the perceptions of online assessment among educators and academics