Pub Date : 2024-07-15DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/21972
Farah Waheda Othman, Irdayanti Mat Nashir, Mohd Hamizan Jafini
The Introduction of the Internet of Things (IoT) course in the third semester of the Certificate in Information Technology program at Community College presents unique challenges. Students need visualization skills and creative thinking to understand microcontroller concepts, describe installation processes, and write program code. Effective teaching aids are crucial for learning electronics, including circuit design, simulation, microcontroller connections, programming, and testing. However, the syllabus does not adequately address the visualization skills needed for understanding microcontrollers. This study focuses on developing an Augmented Reality (AR) module to address these issues. Using a qualitative approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with three experienced instructors, including a curriculum developer with expertise in information technology and electronics. The interviews transcribed and analyzed using ATLAS.ti software revealed unanimous agreement on the need for teaching aids, particularly for microcontrollers and electronic components design. The respondents advocated for a digital learning platform, with an AR module as the proposed solution. The findings highlight the urgency and efficacy of developing an AR module for teaching the IoT course. This solution aims to bridge gaps in the educational system, enhancing student understanding and engagement, with implications for lecturers, researchers, and the Ministry of Higher Education.
社区学院信息技术证书课程第三学期的物联网(IoT)介绍课程提出了独特的挑战。学生需要形象化技能和创造性思维来理解微控制器概念、描述安装过程和编写程序代码。有效的教学辅助工具对学习电子技术至关重要,包括电路设计、模拟、微控制器连接、编程和测试。然而,教学大纲并没有充分涉及理解单片机所需的可视化技能。本研究的重点是开发一个增强现实(AR)模块来解决这些问题。采用定性方法,对三位经验丰富的教师进行了半结构化访谈,其中包括一位具有信息技术和电子专业知识的课程开发人员。使用 ATLAS.ti 软件对访谈内容进行转录和分析后发现,受访者一致认为需要教学辅助工具,尤其是微控制器和电子元件设计方面的辅助工具。受访者主张使用数字学习平台,并提出了 AR 模块作为解决方案。调查结果凸显了开发 AR 模块用于物联网课程教学的紧迫性和有效性。该解决方案旨在弥合教育系统中的差距,增强学生的理解力和参与度,并对讲师、研究人员和高等教育部产生影响。
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Pub Date : 2024-07-15DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/22106
Sofia Adrianna Ridhwan Lim, S. Roslan, Mohd Faiq Abd Aziz, Azlin Abd Jamil
Technology transfer (TT) constitutes a primary focus of government initiatives in Malaysia, aimed at augmenting the forecasted compounded annual growth rate (CAGR). Notable governmental investment has been channelled into research, development, commercialisation, and innovation, with the overarching objective of catalysing technological innovation conducive to the application and adoption of technology within industries and communities. Despite the engagement of various stakeholders in this endeavour, previous studies have underscored the capability of Technology Transfer Professionals (TTPs) as a central constraint, thereby complicating the process. Through qualitative inquiry, this study identifies several factors contributing to these obstacles, including commercialisation awareness, government support, technology maturity, and TTP skillset, which may impede the technology transfer process. Accordingly, the study aims to explore the challenges hindering TTP performance and propose fundamental talent requirements – training model for enhancing their work efficacy.
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Pub Date : 2024-07-15DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/21961
Noor Hafiza Ismail, Hamdzun Haron, Norshakila Yusof, Raha Jaafar, Azizan Othman
Mosques hold significant reverence as places of worship for Muslims worldwide, serving as focal points for religious activities such as sermons and meetings. Each country exhibits distinct designs for mosque minbars, reflecting its cultural and ethnic diversity. Terengganu, a Malaysian state, showcases a plethora of unique and captivating carving motifs adorning its mosque minbars. This study aims to elucidate the carving motifs and their meanings on the minbar of the Ulul Albab Mosque in Terengganu. Employing qualitative research methodology, including interviews, observations, and analysis of primary and secondary sources, this research unveils the intricate details behind the wood carvings. The findings reveal that the minbar of the Ulul Albab Mosque in Terengganu encompasses various motifs inspired by flora and fauna, aiming to convey messages rooted in the pure values of Malay culture. These wood carvings serve as exemplars of Malay craftsmanship worthy of preservation. It is anticipated that this research will foster greater awareness among the public regarding the imperative of safeguarding cultural heritage, which epitomizes ethnic identity.
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Pub Date : 2024-07-14DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/22100
Abeer Saleh Al-Saeed, N. Karia, Nor Hasliza Md Saad
The level of product innovativeness in Jordan is low. It is therefore beneficial to maintain a balance between exploration and exploitation to improve the innovativeness of products. This conceptual study aims to examine the factors that influence the product innovativeness in Jordanian industrial SMEs. Three anchor theories have been used to conceptualise product innovativeness: Resource-based theory, Dynamic capability theory and Contingency theory. This study examines product innovativeness from the dynamic capability perspective, while also considering the impact of a firm’s resources from the resource -based perspective and the environment in which a firm operates based on Contingency theory. The quantitative method employed, and data gathered through cross-sectional questionnaires. The data was analysed using the Smart-PLS 3.3.3 structural equation model. This study has proven beneficial for 1753 Jordanian industrial SMEs. The findings of this study provide practical recommendations and guidelines for policymakers and the government to assess their current policies and strategies to establish a framework for promoting product innovation in Jordanian industrial SMEs.
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Pub Date : 2024-07-14DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/21973
Lulu Kang, Nor Azni Binti Abdul Aziz, Norlizah Che Hassan
The main objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between perceived transformational leadership and work performance based on social exchange theory in the context of higher education institutions. Meanwhile, the paper also aims to test the role of self-efficacy working as a mediating variable in this relationship, since the potential mediating mechanism has found its support in the theoretical context of social cognitive theory, where interaction and influence take place among environmental, personal, and behavioral elements. Thus, this study may offer a better understanding of the role played by personality traits such as self-efficacy in the influential path of transformational leadership toward work performance. The research findings from a different sample (lecturers) and context (higher education) will not only broaden the existing literature but also encourage future research initiatives on the topic.
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Pub Date : 2024-07-14DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/18703
A. K. Chepkwony, Y. Muchelule, Samuel Muli Somba
Project performance has remained the centre of project management since long time, continuous efforts are being indulged by various academicians and professionals to find out the factors that contribute significantly towards project performance. The main objective of study was to examine the influence of project integration management on performance of national housing corporation projects in Kenya with moderating effect of community participation. Specifically, the study examined the effect of project scope management and the moderating effect of community participation on performance of national housing corporation projects in Kenya. The study targeted 425 projects where the study units of observation were the project managers. The study was guided by community participation theory, theory of constrain, the goal setting theory and the general system theory. The study found out that project scope management had a positive relationship with performance of national housing corporation projects in Kenya. ((r = 0.395; p < 0.05).the study also found out that project scope management significantly influence performance of national housing corporation projects (t = 3.470; p < 0.05),b=0.347p=0.5.The study also found out that community participation has a positive significant effect on performance of national housing corporation, projects in Kenya. The study concluded that project scope management significantly influence performance of national Housing Corporation projects in Kenya. The study recommends that community should participate in terms of indentifying, listing and identifying their interests from inception of any project to completion and this will help in improving the acceptance by stakeholders, which is a key in ensuring efficiency, effectiveness
长期以来,项目绩效一直是项目管理的核心问题,不同的学者和专业人士一直在努力寻找对项目绩效有重大影响的因素。本研究的主要目的是考察项目整合管理对肯尼亚国家住房公司项目绩效的影响,以及社区参与的调节作用。具体而言,研究考察了项目范围管理的影响以及社区参与对肯尼亚国家住房公司项目绩效的调节作用。研究对象为 425 个项目,研究观察单位为项目经理。研究以社区参与理论、制约理论、目标设定理论和一般系统理论为指导。研究发现,项目范围管理与肯尼亚国家住房公司项目的绩效有着积极的关系。(研究还发现,项目范围管理对肯尼亚国家住房公司项目的绩效有显著影响(t = 3.470; p < 0.05),b=0.347p=0.5.研究还发现,社区参与对肯尼亚国家住房公司项目的绩效有积极的显著影响。研究得出结论,项目范围管理对肯尼亚国家住房公司的项目绩效有重大影响。研究建议,从任何项目的开始到完成,社区都应参与识别、列出和确定他们的利益,这将有助 于提高利益相关者的认可度,而这是确保效率、有效性的关键。
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Pub Date : 2024-07-13DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/22082
Zou Ying
This paper focuses on the subject of Suzhou double-sided embroidery and how this folk art can be passed on and promoted in the twenty-first century by applying it to informal clothing. Otherwise, this craft technique may be on the verge of disappearance as the result of modernization and changing consumer inclinations, but trend-focused clothing designs are an effective way to breathe new life into this type of craft. In this study, TAM and TII are employed to facilitate a discussion of the traditional embroidery in modern clothing. They envisage the continued economic feasibility of Suzhou embroidery, changed perception and a sustainable fashion system. Incorporating tradition with the contemporary world accordingly, the research presents new approaches to how to sustain this old art in the competitive environment of contemporary society.
本文的主题是苏州双面绣,以及如何在二十一世纪将这一民间艺术应用到非正式服装中,使其得以传承和发扬。否则,随着现代化的发展和消费倾向的改变,这种工艺技术可能会濒临消亡,而注重潮流的服装设计则是为这种工艺注入新活力的有效途径。本研究采用了 TAM 和 TII 方法来促进对现代服装中传统刺绣的讨论。它们设想了苏绣的持续经济可行性、观念的改变和可持续的时尚体系。这项研究将传统与当代世界相结合,提出了如何在当代社会的竞争环境中延续这一古老艺术的新方法。
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Pub Date : 2024-07-13DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/21844
Mazlina Muhamad, P. Ghazali, Siti Nadhirah Mohamad Fauzi, Eni Noreni Mohamad Zain, Nik Hazimi Mohammed Foziah, Nurul Syazwani Mohd Noor, Farah Amalina Md Nawi
The research aims to analyze factors affecting production efficiency in the Fishery Industry. It considers factors such as knowledge, technology, marketing, finance, socioeconomics, culture, climate change, and government support. Improving management skills and utilizing resources effectively are crucial for sustainable business growth. The study emphasizes the importance of efficient factors in the Fishery Industry. To improve business performance, entrepreneurs need basic management skills and efficient resource utilization with skilled personnel and innovative management. This research focuses on factors affecting performance in the Fishery Industry. In this study, a few ways will be used to offer feedback on whether certain techniques are effective or poor for the fishery industry. The results of the study provide insights into the current state of production efficiency in the fishery sector in Malaysia and identify areas for improvement. The framework developed in this study can be used as a tool for policymakers and industry stakeholders to evaluate and enhance the efficiency of fishery production in the country
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Pub Date : 2024-07-13DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/22103
M. Kamalrudin, Faris Khalifa Saeed Khalifa Aldhaheri, Halimaton Hakimi
In the rapidly changing economic environment driven by globalization, shifting customer and investor needs, and increasing product-market rivalry, public organizations face immense pressure to enhance their performance. Strategic management practices, which involve the planning, directing, organizing, and controlling of strategies, are essential for achieving organizational objectives. Despite the theoretical and empirical support for the positive impact of strategic management on organizational performance, there is limited understanding of the underlying mechanisms that mediate this relationship. This study explores the theoretical framework of the mediation roles of organizational commitment and teamwork in the relationship between strategic management practices and public organizations' performance. Strategic management, a continuous process encompassing the planning, directing, organizing, and controlling of strategies, is vital for achieving organizational objectives. It involves evaluating business environments, setting goals, and reassessing strategies to ensure their effectiveness. This study posits that organizational commitment enhances teamwork, as committed employees are more inclined to collaborate towards common goals, thus fostering effective team dynamics. Teamwork, in turn, facilitates the implementation of strategic management practices by enabling better information sharing, coordination, and conflict resolution. Consequently, effective teamwork and strong organizational commitment can significantly enhance the impact of strategic management on organizational performance. The findings indicate that cooperation and organizational commitment are essential mediators in the link between strategic management practices and organizational success. This theoretical framework highlights the importance of strategic management in improving organizational performance by reducing costs, developing innovative goods and processes, and enhancing quality, productivity, and market
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Pub Date : 2024-07-13DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v14-i7/22101
Shang Sheng
Teaching is a challenging and stressful occupation for teachers teaching English as a Foreign Language in a primary school in Shaanxi Province in China. When teachers are stressed, they suffer from a variety of health issues. Such issues will affect their teaching performance in a negative way. As a result, the students’ academic performance will naturally be affected. This main aim of this study is to investigate the sources of occupational stress experienced by primary school EFL teachers in Shanxi Province teaching English as a Foreign Language. The research design employed in this study is qualitative in nature. Twelve teachers were selected using purposive sampling technique. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with twelve teachers in the school. The interviews were recorded and transcribed manually. Data collected were reviewed meticulously to develop themes and codes. Thematic analysis was used for data analysis. Findings showed that the sources of stress experienced by primary school EFL teachers in Shaanxi Province were workload, external demands, maintaining classroom order, availability of resources, additional duties outside of teaching, and individual circumstances. The findings from this study have demonstrated that teachers need the social support that serves as a safeguard for them against stress in a broad sense.
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