Change Management in Private Secondary Schools of Qadisiyah Governorate
Authors: Dr. Wedad. M. Mhemed
Pages: 1-6
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.1.6
Abstract
Research aimed at identifying the reality of change management in the secondary school in the Qadisiyah governorate. The research sample consisted of 514 faculty members of 36 private schools in Qadisiyah governorate consisting (364) males and (180) female respondents. A survey research technique is adopted and reliability and validity of instrument is estimated by construct validity and test-retest reliability accordingly. The results of this study indicated that change management for secondary school principals is realized in faculty members of private secondary schools of Qadisiyah governorate. Furthermore, responses were compared on gender and years of experiences basis and it is found that responses are significantly different on gender basis while insignificant on experience basis. The study concludes that the principals of secondary schools should coordinate with the highest administrative levels for providing training opportunities for teachers according to the needs of teachers. There is a need to focus and introduce modern and sophisticated management patterns for the private secondary schools. This will help administration to apply change management in their educational institutions.
The Time Change of the Consumer Price Index Response to the Changes That Occur in the Supply of Money in the Iraqi Economy
Authors: Dr. Burhan Othman Hussein
Pages: 7-10
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.7.10
Abstract
The broadly acknowledged notion on inflation is that it is a money related event. Henceforth the decrease of expansion is to a great extent the domain of financial approach. This investigation is carried out with an objective to determine the direction and significance the relationship among money supply and inflation. Consumer price index is used as proxy of inflation while M2 is used to determine money supply in the country. We applied ARDL model to investigate long run relationship among the variables. The data used for this estimation is ranging from 1960 to 2017. Results of the study describe a unidirectional relationship from money supply to inflation. Therefore, a significant and positive long run relationship has established in Iraqi economy. Hence, monetarist point of view is prevailed in Iraqi economy. It is recommended that Iraqi government should tighten its monetary policy to control inflation within an acceptable range.
Employee Silence an Outcome of Offensive Supervision: An investigation of Mediating Role of Justice Perception
Authors: Jasim Mohammed Kareem
Pages: 11-15
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.11.15
Abstract
An expanding consideration towards unfair supervision hones has seen in current management literature. This investigation is an effort to explain the proposed phenomenon of abusive supervisory conduct and employee’s silence at work place. Additionally, we propose and examine intervening impact of justice perception to ponder the relationship of abusive supervision and staff silence. This examination is led with regards to banks situated in Cairo. This examination bolsters the assumption that negative supervisory behavior prompts employees silence whereas perception of justice plays an intervening role in this relationship. Management needs to comprehend the predecessors and outcomes of the abusive supervision and make, their managers to understand the disappointing results due to negative behavior.
The Impact of Using Video in Developing English Language Proficiency
Authors: Lina L. Jassim ; Hisham Dzakiria
Pages: 16-22
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.16.22
Abstract
English learning is a complex and difficult procedure and can be a daunting task. The innovation of technology and communication has played an important role in enhancing and facilitating the efficiency of English language learning. Video is an example of audiovisual aids that has raised educators’ attention around the world. Many instructive institutions have turned to use video because of being fun and interactive element and providing classes to improve their learners’ English proficiency skills. This study aims to elicit Iraqi students’ attitudes on using video to develop English learning. In addition, it aims to discover the impact of using video on learning English skills. A qualitative case study was used. Data was gathered during interviews. The results of this research indicate that the students were in favor of video’s potential for developing English language proficiency. Video is a fun element to use, and most significant of all, the students feel that it is a new substitute way to learn English and needs to be taking more interest in the education system.
The Importance of Standard Accounting Disclosure: An Assessment of External Auditor and Institutional Investor’s Point of View
Authors: Wissam Abdulkadhum Abdulridha ; Mustafa Salih Dakhil ; Raheem Abed Mohammad
Pages: 23-29
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.23.29
Abstract
This research is aimed to identify the importance of standard accounting disclosure for banking industry from point of view of external auditors and institutional investors. A survey-based questionnaire approach has adopted to record the responses. The research includes three main dimensions of accounting disclosures including income, expense and liabilities. The results of investigation revealed that external auditors are more concerned about loan facility management issued to customers while investors are more concerned about the income and expenses of banks. Further the responses of two groups are compared and found statistically equal. Therefore, a consensus in the perception about the importance of accounting disclosure of banks has identified.
A Conceptual Framework on Social Platform, Compulsive Buying and Responsible Use towards Credit Card Debt among Young Adult
Authors: Hassad Bin Hassan ; Sahadah Hj. Abdullah ; Junainor Bt. Hassan
Pages: 30-35
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.30.35
Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this study is to investigate the current situation of credit card debt among young Adult who are actively involved in social media. Design/Methodology – This article will form a platform of discussion for recent discoveries towards credit card debt. Selected articles from a few journals will be scrutinized for the findings. A comparison would be made with other articles and the conclusion will be discussed towards the end of this article. The respondents came from various countries such as Taiwan, America and China. Finding - As a conclusion, this article has discovered that compulsive buying and social platform such as hot sales event, social marketing, social entertainment and especially social media have evolved. More in-depth discussion in terms of external factor of the surrounding environment should be investigated rather than looking at the psychological and behavioral aspects. Credit card debt has also evolved from traditional shopping towards social commerce. The external factors such as credit card responsible use, financial knowledge and social upbringing should be included instead of source of income of the customer and the expenses incurred. Then, social media is a contributing factor in compulsive buying. The compilation of the articles in recent years has shown an increase of compulsive buying in online shopping. It is one of the factors for behavioral aspect. Furthermore, young adult have always shown the tendency of turning to debt for material possession. The findings of one study interestingly showed that even when one has a sound financial knowledge, the tendency for debt making is still high.
The Interactive Role of Organizational Learning in the Relationship Between Modest Leadership and Employee Green Behavior Strategy
Authors: Fadhil Rdahi Ghabash ; Jasim Mohammed Kareem ; Hassan Hadi Hadaur Al_Birki
Pages: 36-43
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.36.43
Abstract
The present study aims to investigate the interactive role of organizational learning in the relationship between modest leadership and the employee green strategy. In order to achieve the objectives of the study we collected data from commercial banks working in Muthanna Governorate (al-Rafidain, Al-Rasheed). In total 119 responses were collected from employees at different levels (Director, associate director, head of Department, Division manager, employee) of organization. The study found the most important conclusion that the indirect influence of organizational learning as an interactive role with the modest leadership in the behavior of green workers. The study recommends utmost need to develop modest leadership to motivate the employees toward green behavior. Further, this study draws useful insights for future research and recommendations for policy makers.
Multiple Skills and Medium Enterprises’ Performance in Punjab Pakistan: A Pilot Study
Authors: Israr Ahmad ; Dr. Shuhymee Ahmad
Pages: 44-49
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.44.49
Abstract
This research study aims to assess the face validity and reliability of the construct of skills set and explore quantitatively a small sample of data on the determinants of performance of MEs in Punjab, Pakistan. The survey method approach was adopted to collect the data from MEs’ owners or managers through 41 usable questionnaires and adopted the stratified random sampling method. Therefore, validity and reliability of the instruments were examined through panel of experts from industry and academia and also small sample of the data analysed by using SPSS version 23.0 for Mac. While, results confirmed the reliability and face validity of the adapted instruments in the pilot study.
A Conceptual Framework on Cultural Intelligence towards International Students’ Satisfaction in Malaysia IHLs
Authors: Nurul Hamiza binti Hamzah ; Sahadah Hj. Abdullah
Pages: 50-57
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.50.57
Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship of cultural intelligence towards international students’ satisfaction in Malaysia IHLs. Cultural intelligence is still a relatively new concept especially with the international students who are pursuing their study in Malaysia IHLs. Based on the thorough review of previous studies, this paper intensely depends on the cultural intelligence towards international students’ satisfaction on services that provided for them. Design/Methodology – This current study will discuss or focus specifically on international students’ satisfaction who are pursuing their studies in Malaysia IHLs. The researcher will highlight the new interesting topic on CQ which is related with international students in this country. The implication for future research, discussion, and overall conclusion are also presented at the end of the paper. Finding – As the conclusion, the researcher has proposed the framework which conceptualizes the independent variable which is CQ and it’s become the major contributor to the satisfaction among international students in Malaysia IHLs. Furthermore, the management also needs to know whether international students are successfully adjusted and fit with the pristine environment while pursuing their higher education in this country. Addressing the problem of cultural differences in the learning process is very important among international students. Hence, the cultural intelligence (CQ) can help and lead the international students to deal with cross-cultural complexities. Satisfied students will promote the IHLs by positive word of mouth (WOM) which will affect the institution’s reputation. However, to satisfy customers from different background and different culture will be even more difficult. Therefore, it is very crucial for the IHLs in Malaysia particularly to identify whether the international students are fully satisfied with their needs and wants as well as the services that provided to them.
Poverty Reduction through Islamic Modes of Finance; the Way Forward
Authors: Muhammad Salman Shabbir ; Normalini Md Kassim ; Muhammad Faisal ; Mazhar Abbas ; Yousif Mousa Sabti
Pages: 58-65
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.58.65
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to share the conceptual overview of the role that Islamic modes of finance can play in the reduction of poverty. The underpinning principles of Islamic finance modes is the adherence of Islamic values and to promote economic and social justice in the society. This study is aimed at providing insights on the prevailing poverty reduction strategies and their respective impact on poverty eradicate alongside proposing an alternative Islamic model of poverty reduction. For this purpose, the present study overviews the existing literature and textual analysis of the subject to emphasize the significance of poverty as an issue around the globe along with the critical review of the strategies currently considered to eradicate poverty. Poverty has now been emerged as a global phenomenon, which is common across many nations and, perhaps, not surprisingly, a tough challenge to governments and community development-oriented organizations which have been striving to eradicate. The present paper is, therefore, an effort to propose a possible alternative approach for poverty reduction. Subsequently, some discussion has been made on the application of Islamic approaches of welfare and poverty reduction. Islam, as a religion, encourages healthy competition, private ownership, and allows demand and supply rule of working independently. Islamic approach to poverty reduction has multiple facets and it is aimed at reducing the gap between haves and have not’s through optimum circulation of wealth in the economy and by restricting capital to generate capital and allowing other factors of production along with the risk of loss to play their due role. Keeping in view the prevailing models of poverty reduction and critical evaluation of these models, the study has proposed Islamic modes of finance as a workable plan to reduce poverty and spread social justice in the society.
A Conceptual Framework for Mobile Application in Learning Arabic Language Proficiency
Authors: Wan Ab Aziz Wan Daud ; Wong Kung Teck ; Mohammad Taufiq Abdul Ghani
Pages: 66-70
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.66.70
Abstract
Over the years, there are rapid development in complex devices and gadgets such as smartphones, tablets, PCs and laptops. Consequently, this leads to rapid development in mobile technology that has made us reliant to mobile applications in our lives. Mobile applications are becoming popular tools for education and business, as well as for entertainment and employment. This has sparked the development of innovative and interactive education applications that can be used to encourage and facilitate conducive learning. Therefore, this research is conducted to create a further understanding on the use of mobile applications to enhance learning. Here, it is believed that the use of mobile applications in education have many benefits. This is because applications enable students to visualize what being learned throughout their learning process which makes learning more effective for them. This study describes the use of an instructional design model to design and develop an application for learning Arabic language and improve its proficiency. The use of the combination of Kemp model and Gerlach & Ely model is proposed in developing the application.
The Design and Development of Online Authentic Learning Environment for Knowledge Construction in Learning Inferential Statistics
Authors: Ung Hua Lau ; Zaidatun Tasir
Pages: 71-79
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.71.79
Abstract
One of the major problems in learning statistics is due to the learning decontextualized from the real world experience. The students are unable to apply statistical knowledge learnt in real world upon completion of the course. The authentic learning is viewed as a favourable approach in statistics delivery to overcome the problem. However, implementing authentic learning in online platform can be extremely resource intensive and costly to develop. Therefore this paper looked into an innovative and cost effective approach to incorporate the nine critical characteristics of Authentic Learning Model by Herrington and Oliver (2000), underpinned by Vygotsky (1978) Social Development Theory and Lave and Wenger (1991) Situated Learning Theory to develop an online authentic learning environment (OnALE) that foster students’ knowledge construction in learning inferential statistics among non-statistics major undergraduates. This environment is established in a social learning network, Edmodo by incorporating Web 2.0 technologies. Perception survey done indicates that OnALE assisted students learning.
Effect of Workplace Incivility on Job Satisfaction Among Nurses: Mediating Role of Emotional Exhaustion
Authors: Abdul Samad Dahri ; Kamal Ab Hamid
Pages: 80-90
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.80.90
Abstract
Though job satisfaction is extensively researched issue, yet, lack of job satisfaction among nurses causes 1 million deaths each year. Thus, research frame is based on AET under explored job satisfaction with respect to workplace incivility was addressed to have negative effect on job satisfaction directly and indirectly through mediating role of emotional exhaustion, among 265 nurses in Sindh province of public hospitals were analyzed by Smart-PLS. Results revealed valuable outcomes as workplace incivility found insignificant in direct relation with job satisfaction and significantly related through emotional exhaustion with job satisfaction. whereas, emotional exhaustion also had negative effect on job satisfaction. this study expands AET and directs further exploration on job satisfaction, which are efficient, effective and feasible for HR and stake holders to implement corrective measures.
The Role of Job Satisfaction as Mediator Between Human Resource Practices and Employees' Performance Among the Cargos' Employees at Saudi Ports Authority Based on the Motivation Theories
Authors: Mohammed Saud Mira ; Dr. Yap Voon Choong ; Dr. Chan Kok Thim
Pages: 91-105
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.91.105
Abstract
Saudi ports, which are one of the busiest seaports in the world and the biggest ports in the Middle East region, have recently encountered a critical problem of overstock or accumulation of goods. It is imperative that these ports have the capacity to release cargoes and goods timely. However, the inadequacy in human resource practices has resulted in dissatisfaction and low performance among cargo employees. Moreover, the relationships of human resource practices, job satisfaction, and job performance within the context of Middle East region, remain underexplored. Addressing that, this study will evaluate the mediating effect of job satisfaction in the relationship between human resource practices (i.e., training and development, reward, job analysis, recruitment and selection, social support, employee relations, and employees’ empowerment) and job performance among cargo employees in Saudi Ports Authority with respect to Adams’ Equity Theory and Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs using the questionnaire survey approach.
A Review and Research Direction: Business Incubators in Malaysia
Authors: Mohd Firdaus Ruslan
Pages: 106-111
DOI:
doi.org/10.32861/jssr.spi4.106.111
Abstract
Researches have shown that the study on business incubator has indeed increased. The phenomenon arises since business incubator is seen as an economic development tool that can enhance the economic growth of a country. Business incubators provide a mechanism for knowledge transfer, promote the concept of growth through innovation and application of technology, support economic development strategies for startups, and encourage growth from within local economies. Business incubator is needed for startups to succeed since they suffer on the liability of their newness and the liability of smallness. Even though theoretically and practically business incubator has gained numerous attention, very limited study found in Malaysia on business incubator context. Thus, this study aims to discuss some literature review related to business incubator, present the current state of business incubators in Malaysia and lastly suggest the research direction for the business incubator study in Malaysia.
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