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View article: Exploring Peer and Teacher Influence on Academic Performance Through Python-Powered Thematic Analysis
Exploring Peer and Teacher Influence on Academic Performance Through Python-Powered Thematic Analysis Open
View article: Leadership Styles and Their Effects on Employee Satisfaction in Empowering Happiness at Workplace
Leadership Styles and Their Effects on Employee Satisfaction in Empowering Happiness at Workplace Open
This paper explores the intricate relationship between leadership styles and employee happiness, presenting a comprehensive guide for leaders aiming to foster happiness in the workplace. Drawing upon theories of positive psychology and org…
View article: Exploring the Significant Factors Affecting the Social Crimes of Malaysian Students
Exploring the Significant Factors Affecting the Social Crimes of Malaysian Students Open
This study aimed to explore factors hindering social crime among Malaysian students. 383 respondents, all students, were surveyed. Parental influence emerged as the most significant factor in dissuading students from social crime, accordin…
View article: Leveraging Social Media Networks' Impact on Technopreneurship
Leveraging Social Media Networks' Impact on Technopreneurship Open
Technology has become an integral part of society, substantially contributing to its many facets. With the advent of technology, media entrepreneurship in Malaysia has expanded significantly. The younger generation, specifically Generation…
View article: Analyzing the contribution of WhatsApp in enhancing English writing skills among undergraduate English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners: A systematic review
Analyzing the contribution of WhatsApp in enhancing English writing skills among undergraduate English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners: A systematic review Open
Social media is becoming a more active and accessible medium for learners all around the world to acquire the English language. A growing body of study is examining how people learn and use language in the digital age, and one such area of…
View article: A scoping review: Developing a collaborative learning culture for ESL learners
A scoping review: Developing a collaborative learning culture for ESL learners Open
Views Icon Views Article contents Figures & tables Video Audio Supplementary Data Peer Review Share Icon Share Twitter Facebook Reddit LinkedIn Tools Icon Tools Reprints and Permissions Cite Icon Cite Search Site Citation V. Ravana, W. S. …
View article: Embracing technology in EFL pre-university classrooms: A qualitative study on EFL learners' perceptions of intensive and extensive reading approaches
Embracing technology in EFL pre-university classrooms: A qualitative study on EFL learners' perceptions of intensive and extensive reading approaches Open
This study attempts to explore the perceptions of Pakistani pre-university EFL learners about the intensive reading (IR) and extensive reading (ER) approaches and the use of technology in these two approaches. This is a qualitative study u…
View article: Application of M-Learning in Enhancing Reading Competency Among Engineering Undergraduates
Application of M-Learning in Enhancing Reading Competency Among Engineering Undergraduates Open
With the advent of technology in the learning process, classroom alternatives have been practised to ensure that students receive the best practices in the classroom.Mobile learning (M-learning) is one of the options applied by educators t…
View article: Assessing Z Generation Engineering Students' Social Media Platform Usage and Safety Awareness
Assessing Z Generation Engineering Students' Social Media Platform Usage and Safety Awareness Open
Despite various attempts to enhance community awareness, the number of cybercrime cases continues to rise. A key contributing factor to this trend is the lack of security awareness when using social media platforms. As such, this study aim…
View article: Leveraging Social Media Networks' Impact on Technopreneurship
Leveraging Social Media Networks' Impact on Technopreneurship Open
Technology has become an integral part of society, substantially contributing to its many facets. With the advent of technology, media entrepreneurship in Malaysia has expanded significantly. The younger generation, specifically Generation…
View article: Online Learning Experience of Malaysian University Students During Covid-19 Pandemic
Online Learning Experience of Malaysian University Students During Covid-19 Pandemic Open
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed traditional teaching and learning worldwide to an online platform that includes lab activities and event mobility programs.Thus, it is vital to investigate the online learners' performance during the new n…
View article: THE PREFERENCE OF WRITING APPROACH AMONG ESL TEACHER TRAINEES IN PRIMARY EDUCATION
THE PREFERENCE OF WRITING APPROACH AMONG ESL TEACHER TRAINEES IN PRIMARY EDUCATION Open
Deterioration in the command of English language among Malaysian students has been discussed far and wide. English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers strive to adopt and adapt various strategies to customize lessons, particularly the writ…
View article: Infusing Communication Skills into Financial Accounting Curriculum: A Perspective from the Digital Era
Infusing Communication Skills into Financial Accounting Curriculum: A Perspective from the Digital Era Open
This study investigates financial accounting students’ attitudes about several aspects related to modern pedagogies focusing on communication skills development. The paper focuses on areas of students’ need to develop communication skills …
View article: Educating Financial Accounting: A Need Analysis for Technology-Driven Problem-Solving Skills
Educating Financial Accounting: A Need Analysis for Technology-Driven Problem-Solving Skills Open
The teaching and learning process of financial accounting (FA) has become a challenge in an ever-changing global perspective, and an important discussion is replacing classroom teaching with career-based requirements. Problem-solving skill…
View article: Reading approaches practiced in EFL classrooms: a narrative review and research agenda
Reading approaches practiced in EFL classrooms: a narrative review and research agenda Open
Reading is an essential skill for students to perform effectively and successfully in any academic setting. This skill is vital for foreign language learners as it provides chances for students to be exposed to English in input-poor settin…
View article: AWARENESS OF THE USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AMONG STUDENTS: MALAYSIA AND INDONESIA
AWARENESS OF THE USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AMONG STUDENTS: MALAYSIA AND INDONESIA Open
The development of social media applications such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and soon have been adapted in various fields such as education, politics and business. This study aims to identify the level of awareness of the use of socia…
View article: THE SUCCESS OF ONLINE LEARNING APPROACH OF VIRTUAL MOBILITY: A CRITICAL STRATEGY
THE SUCCESS OF ONLINE LEARNING APPROACH OF VIRTUAL MOBILITY: A CRITICAL STRATEGY Open
Abstract Malaysia has been implementing blended learning into the teaching and learning practices. However, the implementation of non-academic activities including mobility program is still taking place in the conventiona…
View article: THE READINESS OF MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY TOWARDS THE IMPLEMENTATION OF VIRTUAL MOBILITY
THE READINESS OF MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY TOWARDS THE IMPLEMENTATION OF VIRTUAL MOBILITY Open
Abstract The university needs to endure some drastic changes in teaching and learning due to the challenges and changes in educational system parallel to the Revolutionary Industry 4.0 and pandemic Covid-19. Besides, the i…
View article: THE SUCCESS OF ONLINE LEARNING APPROACH OF VIRTUAL MOBILITY: A CRITICAL STRATEGY
THE SUCCESS OF ONLINE LEARNING APPROACH OF VIRTUAL MOBILITY: A CRITICAL STRATEGY Open
Abstract Malaysia has been implementing blended learning into the teaching and learning practices. However, the implementation of non-academic activities including mobility program is still taking place in the conventiona…
View article: AWARENESS OF THE USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AMONG STUDENTS: MALAYSIA AND INDONESIA
AWARENESS OF THE USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AMONG STUDENTS: MALAYSIA AND INDONESIA Open
Abstract The development of social media applications such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and soon have been adapted in various fields such as education, politics and business. This study aims to identify the level of awa…
View article: Malaysian Undergraduates’ Perceptions of Online Approach via Skype in Developing Speaking Skills
Malaysian Undergraduates’ Perceptions of Online Approach via Skype in Developing Speaking Skills Open
Speaking skill pedagogy has always remained a huge enigma for English as a Second Language (ESL) educators. Despite the challenges, the need to master the skills prevail in academia. The undergraduates especially those from the technical d…
View article: MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS AND KNOWLEDGE LEVEL OF INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION 4.0
MALAYSIAN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS AND KNOWLEDGE LEVEL OF INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION 4.0 Open
Nowadays, humans live in a world of industrial revolution 4.0 that leads to many changes in daily life including in the context of employment and education. In order to endure the changes that exist, various challenges have to be faced and…
View article: Practising Online Approach via Skype Activities to Develop Speaking Skills among Malaysian Undergraduates
Practising Online Approach via Skype Activities to Develop Speaking Skills among Malaysian Undergraduates Open
Speaking skill pedagogy has always remained as a huge enigma for English as a Second Language (ESL) educators. Despite the challenge, the need to master the skills prevail in academia. The undergraduates especially those from the technical…
View article: Effects of Using Online Approach on Speaking Skills Among Malaysian University Students
Effects of Using Online Approach on Speaking Skills Among Malaysian University Students Open
The role of the university has gone far from just producing students with excellent academic achievements to producing students with tremendous communication skills such as speaking in English to enable them to compete in the global market…
View article: TVET STUDENT TEACHERS’ SOFT SKILL PROFILE OF COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (CAD) COURSES AT MALAYSIAN TEACHER EDUCATION INSTITUTE
TVET STUDENT TEACHERS’ SOFT SKILL PROFILE OF COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN (CAD) COURSES AT MALAYSIAN TEACHER EDUCATION INSTITUTE Open
Soft skills are very much needed and have to be mastered in improving the self-performance of all graduates. The imbalance between academic curriculum and soft skills can also affect the quality of student teachers. A pilot study was also …
View article: Prevalence Causes of Stress and Coping Strategies Among Malaysian University Lecturers
Prevalence Causes of Stress and Coping Strategies Among Malaysian University Lecturers Open
As an academician, lecturers are tied to job scope that are related to teaching and learning, research, publication, consultancy, and community services. All these tasks have occasional loads and excessive load may cause stress to lecturer…
View article: English-Speaking Confidence among Malaysian Technical University Students: A Pilot Study
English-Speaking Confidence among Malaysian Technical University Students: A Pilot Study Open
Speaking in English confidently is a challenging task but very crucial for university students. Graduates with good communication efficiency especially in the engineering field are greatly demanded in the current work industry. Performing …
View article: Application of Rasch Model on Resilience in Higher Education: An Examination of Validity and Reliability of Malaysian Academician Happiness Index (MAHI)
Application of Rasch Model on Resilience in Higher Education: An Examination of Validity and Reliability of Malaysian Academician Happiness Index (MAHI) Open
This preliminary study was conducted to examine and verify the validity and reliability of the instrument on the Malaysian Academician Happiness Index (MAHI) on resilience. MAHI could be seen as a tool to measure the level of happiness and…
View article: Investigating Students’ Attitude and Motivation in Learning English as a Second Language among Four Higher Institutions in Malaysia
Investigating Students’ Attitude and Motivation in Learning English as a Second Language among Four Higher Institutions in Malaysia Open
The aim of this study is to examine the students’ motivation and attitude towards learning English as a second language from four Malaysian higher institutions. A random sampling of 471 respondents participated in this study. Using 28 item…
View article: INTEGRATION OF PRODUCT AND PROCESS APPROACHES IN ESL CLASSROOMS
INTEGRATION OF PRODUCT AND PROCESS APPROACHES IN ESL CLASSROOMS Open
English as a second language (ESL) writing instructions demand a great deal of the teachers’ time and effort to prepare adequate writing lessons for their students. Teachers have to decide on the right approach to be selected as the instru…