Beliefs and Practice: Addressing Bias With Children

One of the factors that can affect a person's behavior is a communication message. In the context of the da`wah, preachers who involved actively in da`wah communication with the Orang Asli should be able to ensure that the message conveyed can be understood by the target group. In addition, the selection of the correct messages of da`wah based on the foremost priority simplify the process of sharing information between the preachers and the Orang Asli. Accordingly, this article aims to identify specific topics of Islamic faith (akidah) submitted by the Orang Asli in the process of da`wah communication and to identify verbal feedback given by the preachers to the Orang Asli of the topics. This qualitative study using case study design and data was collected through semi-structured interviews. Interviews involving nine preachers were active in da`wah activity to the Orang Asli community in Selangor. Data were analyzed thematically according to the specified objectives. The study found that the topics frequently raised by the Orang Asli is concerned about belief in Allah, belief in Malaikat, and belief in Qada' and Qadar. The topics may be found within the framework of worldview in their beliefs and practice of ancient traditions. Therefore, the preachers gave verbal feedback on these topics is based on a clear and precise sample corresponding to the level of their thinking. The emphasis on these topics is very important to strengthen and purify the faith of the community.Keywords: Communication; Message; Preacher; Indigenous community Abstrak: Elemen mesej dalam komunikasi merupakan salah satu faktor yang dapat memberi kesan terhadap perubahan tingkah laku seseorang. Dalam konteks dakwah, pendakwah yang terlibat dalam proses komunikasi dakwah dengan Orang Asli seharusnya berkebolehan memastikan kandungan mesej yang disampaikan boleh difahami oleh sasaran dakwahnya. Di samping itu, pemilihan mesej dakwah yang betul mengikut keutamaan memudahkan proses perkongsian maklumat antara pendakwah dengan Orang Asli. Sehubungan dengan itu, artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengenalpasti topik-topik tertentu dalam mesej akidah yang dikemukakan oleh masyarakat Orang Asli kepada pendakwah dan mengenalpasti maklum balas lisan yang diberikan oleh pendakwah kepada Orang Asli terhadap topik tersebut. Kajian kualitatif ini menggunakan reka bentuk kajian kes dengan pengumpulan data melalui temu bual separa struktur. Temu bual melibatkan sembilan orang pendakwah yang aktif dalam aktiviti dakwah masyarakat Orang Asli di Selangor. Data kajian dianalisis secara tematik mengikut objektif yang ditentukan. Kajian ini mendapati bahawa topik-topik yang sering dikemukan oleh Orang Asli kepada pendakwah dalam penyampaian mesej akidah ialah berkenaan tentang keimanan kepada Allah SWT, keimanan kepada malaikat, dan keimanan kepada qada’ dan qadar. Topik-topik berkenaan didapati berada dalam kerangka worldview kepercayaan dan amalan tradisi mereka. Sehubungan dengan itu, pendakwah memberikan maklum balas lisan terhadap topik-topik tersebut adalah berdasarkan keterangan yang jelas dan contoh yang tepat bersesuaian dengan tahap pemikiran mereka. Penekanan terhadap topik-topik tersebut merupakan perkara yang penting dalam rangka mengukuhkan dan memurnikan akidah masyarakat Orang Asli.Kata kunci: Komunikasi; Mesej; Pendakwah; Komuniti Orang Asli

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Exploring the role of identity fusion and group identification in predicting parochialism amongst Indonesian Islamic groups

10.31234/osf.io/e8ytr ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Christopher Michael Kavanagh ◽

Susilo Wibisono ◽

Rohan Kapitány ◽

Whinda Yustisia ◽

Idhamsyah Eka Putra ◽

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Keyword(s):

Group Identification ◽

Control Sample ◽

Theoretical Models ◽

Religious Groups ◽

Diverse Range ◽

Beliefs And Practices ◽

Identity Fusion ◽

Beliefs And Practice ◽

Fusion Theory

Indonesia is the most populous Islamic country and as such is host to a diverse range of Islamic beliefs and practices. Here we examine how the diversity of beliefs and practices among Indonesian Muslims relates to group bonding and parochialism. In particular, we examine the predictive power of two distinct types of group alignment, group identification and identity fusion, among individuals from three Sunni politico-religious groups - a fundamentalist group (PKS), a moderate group (NU), and a control sample of politically unaffiliated citizens. Fundamentalists were more fused to targets than moderates or citizens, but contrary to fusion theory, we found across all groups, that group identification (not fusion) better predicted parochialism, including willingness to carry out extreme pro-group actions. We discuss how religious beliefs and practice impact parochial attitudes, as well as the implications for theoretical models linking fusion to extreme behaviour.

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Liberalizing the Boundaries: Reconfiguration of Religious Beliefs and Practice amongst Sri Lankan Immigrants in Australia

Asian Migrants and Religious Experience ◽

10.1017/9789048532223.004 ◽

2018 ◽

pp. 101-126

Author(s):

Jagath Bandara Pathirage

Keyword(s):

Religious Beliefs ◽

Sri Lankan ◽

Beliefs And Practice

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A National Survey of Spelling Instruction: Investigating Teachers' Beliefs and Practice

Journal of Literacy Research ◽

10.1207/s15548430jlr3503_2 ◽

2003 ◽

Vol 35 (3) ◽

pp. 819-848 ◽

Cited By ~ 15

Author(s):

Mary Jo Fresch

Keyword(s):

National Survey ◽

Developmentally Appropriate ◽

Developmentally Appropriate Practice ◽

The United States ◽

Traditional Model ◽

Spelling Instruction ◽

Individual Instruction ◽

Teachers Beliefs ◽

Beliefs And Practice ◽

Level Of Agreement

Information about current spelling instructional practices across the United States was sought in this national survey with a random sample of teachers of grades 1 through 5. Respondents reported current practices and noted their level of agreement or disagreement to theoretical statements about spelling. Teachers responded to open-ended statements regarding concerns and problems they encounter in teaching spelling. The results suggest teachers rely on a traditional model for instruction. They are aware of more recent research on developmentally appropriate practice but do not necessarily implement those ideas. Implications from this study include provision for professional development, examination of purchased materials in relation to theories of appropriate individual instruction, and support for teachers who want to change instruction to match their beliefs.

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Curricular Influences on the Motivational Beliefs and Practice of Two Middle School Mathematics Teachers: A Follow-up Study

Journal for Research in Mathematics Education ◽

10.2307/749840 ◽

1999 ◽

Vol 30 (3) ◽

pp. 349 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

James A. Middleton

Keyword(s):

Middle School ◽

Mathematics Teachers ◽

Middle School Mathematics ◽

School Mathematics ◽

Motivational Beliefs ◽

Follow Up Study ◽

Beliefs And Practice

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Teachers’ Insights into the Relationship between Beliefs and Practice

Beliefs and Attitudes in Mathematics Education ◽

10.1163/9789087907235_004 ◽

2009 ◽

pp. 33-43 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Keyword(s):

Beliefs And Practice ◽

The Relationship

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AN INVESTIGATION INTO UTILIZATION, BELIEFS AND PRACTICE OF INDIGENOUS MEDICINE IN SRI LANKA

African Journal of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicines ◽

10.21010/ajtcam.v15i4.1 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 15 (4) ◽

pp. 1

Author(s):

G. R. Padmasiri

Keyword(s):

Health Care ◽

Sri Lanka ◽

Vital Role ◽

Medical System ◽

Knowledge Systems ◽

Care Process ◽

Indigenous Medicine ◽

Indigenous Knowledge Systems ◽

Usage Patterns ◽

Beliefs And Practice

Background: Most countries pose their own indigenous knowledge systems. Native knowledge on indigenous medicine is one of the knowledge systems widely used in many countries in Asia and Africa. In some countries, 80% of the population depend on indigenous medicine for primary health care. Sri Lanka is an island enriched with a wellestablished indigenous medical system. Materials and Methods: The objectives of the study were to identify characteristics, usage patterns, and perceptions of communities concerning indigenous medicine. Beneficiaries of indigenous medicine were selected through purposive sampling for this study. The data were collected through a documentary survey and interviews. Results: The study identified that the indigenous medical system of the country is called ‘DeshiyaChikitsa,’ ‘Sinhala Vedakama,’ or ‘Hela Vedakama,’ which encompass ritual healing practices, astrology, religious observances, and spiritual powers. Different approaches of people including the use of domestic medicine, obtaining the assistance of astrology, and rituals were identified. Regardless of age, level of education, or employment, communities trust indigenous medicine as a primary or a secondary option on the health care system of the country. The survey identified the growing demand for the indigenous medicine. Conclusion: Around 60 to 70% of the rural population which is comprise 77.3% of total population relies on indigenous medicine. Domestic medicine, astrology and rituals associated with indigenous medicine plays a vital role in people’s health care process. Experts in indigenous medicine are scattered in the country.

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