Language Choice and Preferences: Mapping the linguistic landscape of Sentul, Malaysia

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (SI2) ◽  
pp. 11-16
Author(s):  
Nur Hidayatulshima Omar ◽  
Aini Andria Shirin Anuarudin ◽  
Misyana Susanti Husin @ Ma’mor ◽  
Kamisah Ariffin
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Use ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Language Choice ◽  
Business Owners ◽  
Linguistic Landscape ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article ◽  
Area Data

The study attempts to map the linguistic landscape of Sentul, the new urban area of Kuala Lumpur. It aims to examine the preferred language of shop signs in the area. Data were collected primarily from visible shop signs and categorized through a sign coding scheme based on Sunwani’s (2005) model. The analysis indicates that the area preferred a mixture of English, BM, and Chinese for the shop signs. The findings show diverse factors govern the choice of language use on the shop signs attributed to identity, nature of business owners, and shop location.   Keywords: Linguistic Landscape; Shop sign; Multilingual; Language Learning.    eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.   DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v5iSI2.2333

scholarly journals Language Choice and Preferences: Mapping the linguistic landscape of Sentul, Malaysia

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (SI3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur Hidayatulshima Omar ◽  
Aini Andria Shirin Anuarudin ◽  
Misyana Susanti Husin @ Ma’mor ◽  
Kamisah Ariffin
Keyword(s):  
Urban Area ◽  
Language Use ◽  
Language Choice ◽  
Business Owners ◽  
Linguistic Landscape ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Coding Scheme ◽  
Area Data

The study attempts to map the linguistic landscape of Sentul, the new urban area of Kuala Lumpur. It aims to examine the preferred language of shop signs in the area. Data were collected primarily from visible shop signs and categorized through a sign coding scheme based on Sunwani’s (2005) model. The analysis indicates that the area preferred a mixture of English, BM, and Chinese for the shop signs. The findings show diverse factors govern the choice of language use on the shop signs attributed to identity, nature of business owners, and shop location.

The Blue-Green Urban Living Labs of Kuala Lumpur

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (13) ◽  
pp. 359-367
Author(s):  
Jamalunlaili Abdullah ◽  
Raziah Ahmad ◽  
Muhammad Hafiz Zainal
Keyword(s):  
Green Infrastructure ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Urban Living ◽  
The Public ◽  
Societal Challenges ◽  
Private Citizen ◽  
Living Labs ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

The extraordinary societal challenges demand cities to be innovative and adaptable to the needs of urban citizens. In the Malaysian context, the Blue-Green Infrastructure (BGI) has not been well incorporated into the ULLs. This paper seeks to address this gap by exploring the potential of the Blue-Green Urban Living Labs (BGULLs) at the Sungai Bunus catchment area. Using Google Form, survey questionnaire is conducted among professionals and the public. Findings of this unprecedented study suggest the BGULLs offer beyond beautification works, and it is voicing the virtual idea of the BGULLs into a real setting that reflects the public-private-citizen partnerships.Keywords: Urban living labs; Blue-Green Infrastructure; Innovation; societal challengeseISSN: 2398-4287 © 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v5i13.2072

scholarly journals Back Lanes as Social Spaces in Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 293
Author(s):  
Wan Hashimah Wan Ismail ◽  
Low Hui Ching
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Peer Review ◽  
Urban Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Physical Characteristics ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Design Strategies ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

The back lane is often associated with annoying, disgusting, narrow and dark. This paper concerns the use of the back lanes of the old shop houses in China Town, Kuala Lumpur. The instruments used in collecting data include observation, unstructured interview and literature review. The use and physical characteristics of back lanes were identified. It was found that the back lanes of China Town in Kuala Lumpur showed the success of turning back streets into lively alleys. Thus, the back lane could be considered as part of urban design strategies and not as leftover spaces.© 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/).Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.Keywords: back lane; social place; pedestrian; urban

scholarly journals Exploring learners’ Acceptance and Attitude towards Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL)

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (16) ◽  
pp. 49-54
Author(s):  
Tengku Nazatul Shima Tengku Paris ◽  
Nurma Abdul Manap ◽  
Hafiza Abas ◽  
Lo Mun Ling
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Variation Theory ◽  
Board Game ◽  
English Grammar ◽  
Mobile Assisted Language Learning ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Theory Of Variation ◽  
Open Access Article

Two main reasons contributing to the lack of mastery in English grammar by students are their apprehension towards the subject and their difficulty understanding tenses. To alleviate the fear and trigger learners' interest in learning grammar, an interactive digital board game was designed via MALL targeted at TESL students. This paper aims to explore these students' perceptions of the game. The game uses the Theory of Variation as a theoretical basis that acknowledges that discernment is a function of variation.  A questionnaire and interviews were administered to the students. The findings show that the game helps enhance grammar learning.   Keywords: Digital board game, Grammar, Mobile Assisted Language Learning, Variation theory eISSN: 2398-4287© 2021. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v6i16.2734

scholarly journals Impact of Urban Canyon Direction on Solar Radiation and Airflow in Hot and Humid Regions

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (13) ◽  
pp. 88 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lin Yola ◽  
Ho Chin Siong
Keyword(s):  
Solar Radiation ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Urban Canyon ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
North West ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Urban Heat ◽  
Radiant Temperature ◽  
East West ◽  
Open Access Article

Urban configuration modification is an efficient approach to mitigating Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect. This study investigates the significant impact of urban canyon direction on solar radiation and airflow which influences microclimate and thermal comfort. The Envi-met (V3.1 beta) simulation indicates that East-West Canyon received the worst level of air temperature and meant radiant temperature compared to when the canyon was directed perpendiculars to the wind direction (South East – North West). The finding scientifically demonstrates that in Kuala Lumpur context, with the weak influences of urban wind, solar radiation plays the significant impact on the microclimate.Keywords: Solar radiation; airflow; urban canyon, urban simulation.eISSN 2398-4295 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.21834/ajbes.v3i13.146

scholarly journals Public Participation: KL Draft City Plan 2020

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
Jamalunlaili Abdullah ◽  
Che Bon Ahmad ◽  
Sri Rahayu Mohd Sa’ad ◽  
Shariman Abdul Wahab
Keyword(s):  
Public Participation ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Participatory Planning ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
The Public ◽  
The World ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
City Plan ◽  
Open Access Article ◽  
Suitable Process

Local Plan of every city in the world reflects its policies and public needs. Hence, it is vital to decide the suitable process representing the public voice. This paper analyses the process of public participation during the preparation of the Kuala Lumpur City Plan (KLCP). Its objective is to determine the levels of awareness and activism, and the planning issues, objectives, and comments that concern the public most. The outcome is expected to shed more insights into the process of public participation in planning in Malaysia concerning the urban development of the Malaysian capital.2398-4295 © 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK.. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.Keywords: Public participation; Kuala Lumpur Draft City Plan 20; participatory planning; Kuala Lumpur

scholarly journals Residents’ Well-being of a Village in a Great City. Case Study: Kampong Bharu (New Village), Kuala Lumpur City.

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (SI2) ◽  
pp. 69-74
Author(s):  
Oliver Hoon Leh Ling ◽  
Hazirah Azami ◽  
Marlyana Azyyati Marzukhi ◽  
Qi Jie Kwong
Keyword(s):  
Publishing House ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Human Settlement ◽  
The Social ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Economic Developments ◽  
Open Access Article

Urbanisation, a human settlement is growing from a village to a megacity. However, there are few cases of villages, which had been lacking behind in the trend of urbanisation. For instance, Kampong Bharu (New Village) had been maintained as a village setting even though it is located within the boundary of Kuala Lumpur city. A study has been carryout to examine the residents’ well-being of the Kampong Bharu by using a questionnaire survey and statistical analysis. In general, the well-being of villages was within a moderate level. The social and economic developments were contributed to the psychological well-being of residents. Keywords: City; correlation; quality of life; satisfaction eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v5iSI2.2523.

scholarly journals Place Attachment and Continuity of Urban Place Identity

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 117-132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Norsidah Ujang
Keyword(s):  
Place Attachment ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Place Identity ◽  
City Centre ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
City Center ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
The City ◽  
Urban Places ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper focused on place attachment and its significance in defining place identity with reference to three main shopping streets in the city center of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Place identity refers to the identification of emotion and feelings to a particular place and the distinctive characteristics of the place in which human-place bonding is developed. The weakening of place identity has been identified as one of the urban design issues for contemporary cities. This paper identified the issues concerning place identity; concepts of place and place attachment constructs, the identification of place attachment constructs and place attributes that could be used as assessment indicators for future redevelopment of local urban places. A questionnaire survey and interviews were conducted to examine place attachment and to identify the characteristics of the places that exerted influence and would then benefit in terms of securing place identity which in turn sustained attraction and thus brought greater economic and tourism advantages to the city. Keywords: Place, Attachment, Identity, Kuala Lumpur City Centre. © 2017 The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, UniversitiTeknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals Sensory Garden for an Inclusive Society

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
Hazreena Hussein ◽  
Zaliha Omar ◽  
Syaidatul Azzreen Ishak
Keyword(s):  
Universal Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Sensory Stimulation ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Inclusive Society ◽  
The University ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper introduces a joint program between the University of Malaya and Kuala Lumpur City Hall undertaking the Therapeutic Sensory Stimulation Garden at University of Malaya Medical Centre to promote an inclusive society through sensory therapy. Good universal design practices of sensory gardens visited in the UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong is highlighted. Outcomes showed that users’ engagement with the landscape features promotes positive developments in social behaviours. In contrary, it proved a limited partnership between practitioners, researchers, authorities and users as well as non-availability of design guidelines for these gardens. Both outcomes are a significant argument in the conclusion.2398-4295 © 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK.. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.Keywords: Inclusive society; sensory garden; sensory therapy; universal design

scholarly journals Sydney Lake: The historical park of KL

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (10) ◽  
pp. 149
Author(s):  
Nadiyanti Mat Nayan ◽  
Mohd Khedzir Khamis ◽  
Siti Rasidah Md Sakip ◽  
Norhafizah Abdul Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Heritage Conservation ◽  
Tourist Attraction ◽  
Lake Area ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Recreational Area ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
Open Access Article

In 1888, a first recreational area was created in Kuala Lumpur as a place for the British residents. Now, after more than 120 years this lake area still exists. Reintroducing the Sydney Lake Garden as the historical park is not about enhancing the colonial heritage but more on the history that this area once had. With the used of Greater Kuala Lumpur/Klang Valley (GKL/KV) as one of the main references, this paper will try to relate it on reviving this recreational area as one of new tourist attraction of Kuala Lumpur, the Sydney Lake Historical Park.Keywords: Heritage Conservation; Historic Park; Heritage Place; Greater Kuala Lumpur/Klang Valley (GKL/KV)eISSN 2398-4279 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

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