scholarly journals Quantitative Assessment of the Newly MRT System from the Rider’s Perspectives

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (16) ◽  
pp. 291-298
Author(s):  
Syahriah Bachok ◽  
Muhammad Rijal Mohamad ◽  
Aliou Olabayonle Oladejo ◽  
Mohammad Zarif Mohd Zahari
Keyword(s):  
Public Transportation ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Transit System ◽  
Rail Systems ◽  
High Satisfaction ◽  
Feeder Bus ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
Great Willingness

New rail systems developed in many cities have received significant attention from public transportation researchers globally and regionally. One such system is the Mass Rapid Transit system in Klang Valley, Malaysia. The quality of services’ perception has been captured through the questionnaire survey. Preliminary analysis showed that passengers were satisfied and indicated a great willingness to repeat usage. Likewise, dissatisfaction was only expressed on the feeder bus system services to and from the rail stations. This research explains the rationales for the disproportionately high satisfaction levels and betterment of the support infrastructure, including the feeder services. Keywords: high satisfaction, passengers, public transport, rail system 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.v6i16.2602

scholarly journals Assessing the Quality of Overall Planning for Public Preschools at Klang Valley in Malaysia

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (SI1) ◽  
pp. 3-9
Author(s):  
Mariam Felani Shaari ◽  
Sabarinah Sheikh Ahmad ◽  
Izaham Shah Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Physical Environment ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Activity Spaces ◽  
Design Learning ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
Open Access Article

Poor overall planning leads to overcrowding in preschools. Ample space and a low teacher-child ratio in activity spaces are crucial. This paper investigates and proposes improvements to the overall planning quality of 26 Malaysian public preschools in Klang Valley. Four planning aspects were assessed (building size, size of indoor activity spaces, enrolment and quality of modules) using the Children’s Physical Environment Rating Scale. Most preschools were too small and the average planning quality of the studied preschools was only rated Fair. Design recommendations discussed in this paper will help designers devise better planning for Malaysian preschools in the future.Keywords: building size; children’s activity spaces; preschool design; learning environmenteISSN: 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.v5iSI1.2289

scholarly journals The Significant Impact of Home Pocket Garden on the Quality of Life During the Pandemic Era

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (18) ◽  
Author(s):  
Aliyah Nur Zafirah Sanusi ◽  
Fadzidah Abdullah ◽  
Rosniza Othman ◽  
Aida Kesuma Azmin ◽  
Zeenat Begam Yusof ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Green Space ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Residential Buildings ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Living Space ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
Open Access Article

Before the pandemic, residents in the Klang Valley tend to prioritize indoor living space to outdoor. This study analyzed the importance of outdoor green space in residential buildings. It consists of two objectives; to identify the type of home pocket gardens used and to evaluate the significant impact of home pocket gardens on the quality of life (QOL) during the pandemic. A survey was conducted using a five-point Likert scale and distributed to three housing communities within the Klang Valley. In conclusion, home pocket gardens provide a positive impact on the QOL during the pandemic. Keywords: Pocket Garden, Quality of Life. 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.v6i18.3079

scholarly journals Customer Expectations and its Relationship Towards Public Transport in Klang Valley

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rohana Kamaruddin ◽  
‘Ismah Osman ◽  
Che Anizaliana Che Pei
Keyword(s):  
Public Transport ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Environmental Concern ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Customer Expectations ◽  
Significant Relationships ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Klang Valley

This study investigates users’ expectations towards the services provided by public transportations and its relationships to customer satisfaction, loyalty and environmental factors. Additionally, it also attempts to determine the most preferred mode of public transport. The data was then analyzed using descriptive statistics and structural equation modeling (SEM). The most preferred mode of public transportation was LRT (35.8%), and monorail (28.1%). More importantly, customers’ expectations on PT services were based generally on the account of safety. Findings also indicated positive significant relationships between customer satisfactions, environment and loyalty, as well as a positive significant relationship between environmental concern and loyalty. Keywords: services; customer; expectations; satisfaction; loyalty. eISSN 2514-7528 © 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, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals Public Transport Service Attributes: Travelers’ perception in Malaysia

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (10) ◽  
pp. 124-131
Author(s):  
Harifah Mohd Noor ◽  
Abd Rahim Md Noor ◽  
Na’asah Nasrudin ◽  
Jurry Foo
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Bus Transit ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Bus Service ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper identifies components of satisfaction of public bus service in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.  Factor analysis is used to analyze 24 parameters satisfactions of public buses. This study succeeded in developing three dimensions of public bus service attributes, namely comfort, accessibility and safety and found that there is a slight difference in satisfaction between the minibus and bus transit, but users agreed that overcrowded and felt unsafe during the night were among the most significant attributes that affect their satisfaction. Transportation authorities can use these findings to enhance the quality of life of public transport users in the future. Keywords: Public transportation, city bus, factor analysis, customer satisfaction. eISSN 2514-7528 © 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:https://doi.org/10.21834/jabs.v3i10.311  

scholarly journals The Quality of Building as a Whole for Public Preschools at Klang Valley in Malaysia

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (SI1) ◽  
pp. 17-23
Author(s):  
Mariam Felani Shaari ◽  
Sabarinah Sheikh Ahmad ◽  
Izaham Shah Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Quality ◽  
Common Core ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Indoor Environmental Quality ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
The Common ◽  
Open Access Article

High-quality preschool buildings are crucial for pedagogy. This paper explores and proposes improvements to the ‘building as a whole’ quality of 26 Malaysian public preschools in Klang Valley. Five aspects (image and scale, circulation, common core of shared facilities, indoor environmental quality, safety, and security) were assessed with the Children’s Physical Environment Rating Scale. The average ‘building as a whole’ quality is rated ‘Good’ and none were rated ‘Excellent’ nor ‘Poor’. However, the ‘common core of shared facilities’ aspect was only rated ‘Fair’ in most preschools. Recommendations are hoped to guide stakeholders to ensure better preschools in Malaysia.Keywords: circulation; facilities; image and scale; indoor environmental quality; safety and security.eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2019. 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.v5iSI1.2291

scholarly journals User Perception of Public Transport in Kota Kinabalu

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
pp. 169
Author(s):  
Harifah Mohd Noor ◽  
Na’asah Nasrudin
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Public Transport ◽  
Public Transportation ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Bus Transit ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Bus Service ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper identifies components of satisfaction of public bus service in Kota Kinabalu City, Malaysia.  Factor analysis is used to analyse a total of 24 parameters satisfactions of public buses. This study succeeded in developing three dimensions of public bus service attributes a satisfaction namely comfort, accessibility and safety and found that there is a slight difference in satisfaction between the minibus and bus transit, but users agreed that overcrowded and felt unsafe during the night were among the most significant attributes that affect their satisfaction. Transportation authorities can use these findings as a guide to enhance the quality of life of public transport users in the future. Keywords : Public transportation; city bus;  factor analysis;  customer satisfaction. eISSN 2514-7528 © 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.  

scholarly journals The Quality of Overall Planning and Its Influence on Overcrowding In Malaysian Preschools

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (18) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariam Felani Shaari ◽  
Sabarinah Sh. Ahmad ◽  
Izaham Shah Ismail ◽  
Yazid Zaiki
Keyword(s):  
Rating Scale ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
Activity Spaces ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
Children Education ◽  
Sufficient Space ◽  
Open Access Article

Overcrowding in Malaysian preschools is concerning and can be attributed to inadequate building size and poor planning. Sufficient space for learning activities is crucial for children's development. This study examines and proposes recommendations to improve the overall planning of 26 public Ministry of Education (MOE) preschools in Klang Valley. The Children’s Physical Environment Rating Scale was used to assess planning aspects including building size, indoor activity spaces, classroom enrolment, and modules. Most assessed MOE preschools lacked space and the average quality of overall planning was rated Fair. Recommendations are hoped to promote better planning for public preschools in Malaysia. Keywords: preschool planning; preschool size; preschool overcrowding; children education. eISSN 2514-751X © 2021. 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/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/ajebs.v6i18.383

scholarly journals An Exploratory Study of Bicycle Sharing in Malaysia

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (12) ◽  
pp. 25-36
Author(s):  
Herwina Rosnan ◽  
Nuraisyah Chua Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Public Transportation ◽  
Traffic Congestion ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Good Alternative ◽  
Public Perceptions ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
Secondary Sources ◽  
International Publishing

In many countries, bicycle sharing service has been integrated into the urban public transportation system. This is because bicycle sharing is seen as a good alternative for the environment. Bicycle sharing is particularly popular for a short trip in urban areas where traffic congestion and pollution from vehicles’ emission is a concern. In Malaysia, bicycle sharing service is relatively new. The primary objective of the study is to investigate public perceptions of the use of bicycle sharing. Data were collected through interview and secondary sources. The findings indicate that there are barriers that hinder the willingness of Malaysians to use bicycle sharing. Implications of the study are discussed. Keywords: bicycle sharing; public transportation; quality of life; Malaysia eISSN 2514-7528 © 2019. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRAcE-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) andcE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. https://doi.org/10.21834/jabs.v4i12.327

Financial Interdependence among Malay Older People in the Community: An interpretative phenomenological analysis

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 135
Author(s):  
Ahmad Shahir Abdul Mutalib ◽  
Akehsan Haji Dahlan ◽  
Ajau Danis
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Older People ◽  
Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Phenomenological Analysis ◽  
Financial Assistance ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

This study explores the practice of financial interdependence among Malay older people who live in the community in Malaysia. Eleven Malay older people participated in this qualitative study by an in-depth interview. The data was analyzed using six stages of the interpretative phenomenological analysis. Two main themes emerged from the interview transcripts are issues regarding living expenses and financial assistance. Financial interdependence is one of the most effective ways for the Malay older people in the community in Malaysia to adapt their retired status, to achieve maximum life satisfaction and productivity thereby improving their overall quality of life.Keywords: Financial interdependence, Older people, Quality of life, Interpretative phenomenological analysisISSN: 2398-4287© 2017. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA 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.

Supply Chain Integration: Establish the Appropriate Challenges in Improving Integrated SC in an Innovative Approach of IBS

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ani Saifuza Abd Shukor ◽  
Muhammad Fadhil Muhammad ◽  
Shamsida Saidan Khaderi ◽  
Faridah Muhammad Halil
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
System Integration ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Poor Quality ◽  
Supply Chain Integration ◽  
Project Environment ◽  
The Poor ◽  
International Publishing

The shift to an integrated IBS construction approach requires enhanced supply chain integration to improve the productivity as well as the poor quality of human behavioual aspect in IBS project. This paper is to identify the challenges at each tier between players to facilitate supply chain integration among the IBS players. Findings adopted from semi-structured interview revealed the critical attitude issues of human factors, lack of interaction and sharing knowledge between interdisciplinary people. The findings of this study is useful to improve integration of supply chain and enhance innovation and sharing interaction between players in the IBS Malaysian construction project environment.© 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. 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: Construction Environment; Industrialised Building System; Integration and Supply Chain 

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