scholarly journals Reviewing Guidelines on Facilities and Practices of Intergenerational Care in Australia and Malaysia

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (16) ◽  
pp. 71-77
Author(s):  
Intan Liana Samsudin ◽  
Syed Iskandar Ariffin ◽  
Maimunah Sapri ◽  
Jamilia Mohd Marsin
Keyword(s):  
Publishing House ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Aged Care ◽  
Care Practice ◽  
Promising Alternative ◽  
Care Facilities ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Single User ◽  
Intergenerational Care ◽  
Intergenerational Interaction

Developed countries like Australia have guidelines to support intergenerational care development for aged citizen. In Malaysia, the current facilities for aged care are single-user facilities and lack intergenerational interaction conducted with the other generations. The study reviewed the care facilities guidelines to support intergenerational interaction in the Malaysian context based on the Australian intergenerational care practice perspective. The qualitative method is employed through a comparative and content analysis of the guidelines. The finding showed that the childcare visitation model had been identified as a promising alternative intergenerational care to enhance intergenerational interaction in the Malaysian context. Keywords: Intergenerational care facilities; Aged Care; Childcare; Guidelines 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.v6i16.2720

scholarly journals Retirement Village for Malay Muslims

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
pp. 137-150
Author(s):  
Noor Hanita Abdul Majid ◽  
Mohd Hazwan Hamidi ◽  
Zuraini Denan
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Context ◽  
Elderly Population ◽  
Elderly Care ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Cultural Sustainability ◽  
Retirement Village ◽  
Care Facilities ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

The growing elderly population indicated a shift in cultural context in Malaysia and the needs for elderly care facilities. This paper looks at the cultural sustainability issues and Islamic perspectives requirements through a review on the recommendations outlined in the Quran and Hadiths; surveys and case studies on the available elderly care facilities in Malaysia. The results indicated the perception of the respondents on the idea of having elderly care for Muslim community and also the preferred type of care facilities. The research findings outlined the criteria for a cohesive retirement village for Muslims. Keywords: retirement village, cultural sustainability, Islamic perspectives eISSN 2514-751X © 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/aje-bs.v5i17.48

Wicking teaching aged care facilities program: Innovative Practice

Dementia ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (5) ◽  
pp. 673-681 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrew Robinson ◽  
Catherine See ◽  
Emma Lea ◽  
Marguerite Bramble ◽  
Sharon Andrews ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Performance ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Action Learning ◽  
Aged Care ◽  
Residential Aged Care ◽  
Care Practice ◽  
Supporting Evidence ◽  
Clinical Placements ◽  
Care Facilities ◽  
Aged Care Facilities

This paper reports on the design of a program that aims to prototype teaching aged care facilities in Australia. Beginning in two Tasmanian residential aged care facilities, the intent of the program is to support large-scale inter-professional student clinical placements, positively influence students’ attitudes toward working in aged care and drive development of a high-performance culture capable of supporting evidence-based aged care practice. This is important in the context of aged care being perceived as an unattractive career choice for health professionals, reinforced by negative clinical placement experiences. The Teaching Aged Care Facilities Program features six stages configured around an action research/action learning method, with dementia being a key clinical focus.

scholarly journals Potential for Livening Urban Areas in Developing Countries through Carfree Streets: Nairobi, Kenya

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (8) ◽  
pp. 172
Author(s):  
Anthony Murithi Njeru ◽  
Kinoshita Isami
Keyword(s):  
Urban Areas ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Urban Environments ◽  
City Government ◽  
Perceived Safety ◽  
Key Stakeholders ◽  
Central Business Districts ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
The Relationship

It has been established that carfree streets in Central Business Districts (CBDs) are linked to more livable urban environments, but most studies on this topic have concentrated on developed countries. Based on data from 399 questionnaires and interviews with 6 key stakeholders, this study presents perceived safety, comfort, and connectivity of users across three street types: a typical car street, a one-way street, and a carfree street in Nairobi Kenya. Further, this study discusses the relationship between approaches of key decision makers such as the City Government and business owners against the priorities of day-to-day pedestrians.eISSN: 2398-4287 © 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 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.v3i8.1400

scholarly journals Practice and Knowledge of Contact Lens Use Among Medical Students of Universiti Teknologi MARA

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (11) ◽  
pp. 53
Author(s):  
Nor Azimah Abd Aziz ◽  
Nurliyana Ain Abdul Ghani ◽  
Khairil Anuar Md Isa ◽  
Norasyikin Mustafa
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Contact Lens ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Care Practice ◽  
Refractive Errors ◽  
Contact Lens Wearer ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Practice Knowledge ◽  
Open Access Article

Contact lens is an optical device that is commonly used to correct refractive errors of the eye. Improper care may lead to ocular related complications. This was a descriptive study to assess contact lens care practice and knowledge on contact lens use among medical students of Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). Out of seven proper practices of contact lens care listed, only hand washing practice was adhered by most of the wearer. Both groups of contact lens wearer and non-wearers showed a moderate level of knowledge with regards to lens care. Educational programs on awareness and safety usage of contact lens should be emphasized particularly to the medical studentsKeywords: Practice, Knowledge, Contact Lens, Medical StudentseISSN: 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.

scholarly journals Strategies of Accessible City for Malaysia as A Developing Country

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (SI4) ◽  
pp. 145-151
Author(s):  
Nur Amirah Abd Samad ◽  
Ismail Said ◽  
Asiah Abdul Rahim
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
City Planning ◽  
Equal Opportunity ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Developing Nations ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article ◽  
Planning Approaches

Becoming an Accessible City in developing countries has mitigating barriers as compared to developed countries. It is comprehensive to non-discriminate PwDs in access and facilities for equal opportunity. Accessibility legislation of different nations has various success in implementing and enforcing Universal Design through regulatory, government initiatives, and planning approaches. ASEAN developing nations have awareness and advocacy, because the fragmentary built environment, resulting in Accessible City concept that has not strived to expectation. Eliciting from interviews of access consultants and city planning regulations from London, Oslo, and Singapore. Conclusively, extraction of inclusion strategies is to be adapted for implementation in Malaysia. Keywords: Accessible City; Universal Design; Inclusion strategies; developing countries. 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 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/ebpj.v6iSI4.2913  

scholarly journals Public Perceptions and Behaviours towards Bicycle Sharing Offered by SMEs as a Mode of Transportation and the Way Forward

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (8) ◽  
pp. 180
Author(s):  
Herwina Rosnan ◽  
Nuraisyah Chua Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Urban Areas ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Good Alternative ◽  
Public Perceptions ◽  
Primary Objective ◽  
The Public ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Mode Of Transportation

Bicycle sharing has gained popularity across the world especially in developed countries. Bicycle sharing is a non-polluting and healthy mode of transportation. Compared to motorised mode of transportation, bicycle sharing is seen as a good alternative for the environment. Particularly in urban areas where pollution from vehicles’ emission is a concern. Bicycle sharing is relatively new to Malaysian citizens. Hence, the primary objective of the study is to examine public perceptions towards bicycle sharing. Primary and secondary data was collected and analysed. The findings indicate that the public do not really appreciate the concept of bicycle sharing. Policy can be directed towards supporting bicycle sharing.eISSN: 2398-4287 © 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 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.v3i8.1411

scholarly journals Sustainable Design & Product and Health & Safety Awareness among Public University Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (SI3) ◽  
pp. 349-353
Author(s):  
Zambri Harun ◽  
Shuhaimi Mansor ◽  
Abdus Samad Mahmud ◽  
Hashimah Hashim
Keyword(s):  
Public Universities ◽  
Sustainable Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Public University ◽  
Peninsular Malaysia ◽  
Safety Awareness ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

In this article, the focus is on understanding the awareness of sustainable design & product and health & safety among engineering and architectural students at university levels as these young graduates are representative of the workforce. This survey was conducted at five public universities in Peninsular Malaysia. On average, the majority of respondents provided positive responses (more than 80%) on the needs of sustainable design & product and health & safety aspects in their workplaces. These figures bode well for such an ambitious country to be on par with developed countries. It is also noteworthy to highlight that a significant portion who are not comfortable with investing with sustainable features.  Keywords: Sustainable Design & Products; Health and Safety (H&S) eISSN: 2398-4287© 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bsby 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.v5iSI3.2578

scholarly journals Conservation Challenges of Heritage Building Reuse in Nigeria: A review of decision-making models

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (12) ◽  
pp. 16-36
Author(s):  
Salim Bashir Umar ◽  
Ismail Said
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
African Countries ◽  
Heritage Buildings ◽  
Heritage Building ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Decision Making Models

African countries including Nigeria are enriched with heritage properties embraced with legacy and architectural values depicting sense of identity. They deserve to be conserved to future generations. However, the properties are continuously ignored and destroyed due to redundancy and injudicious decision. Hence, this paper aimed at reviewing decision-making models adopted mostly in developed countries for possible suitability in developing countries. Meta-analysis was conducted where eight decision-making models were deduced. Practical implications and limitations of the models were acknowledged. The findings were appropriately reviewed and harmonized to suit and enhance optimum quality of conserving heritage assets in developing countries. Keywords: Conservation; Heritage buildings; Adaptive reuse; Decision-making models eISSN 2514-751X © 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 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.https://doi.org/10.21834/aje-bs.v4i12.336

scholarly journals Evaluating the Significance of Car-Free Streets in Developing Countries: The case of Nairobi, Kenya

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (14) ◽  
pp. 13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anthony Murithi Njeru ◽  
Isami Kinoshita
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Traffic Conditions ◽  
Smooth Flow ◽  
Central Business Districts ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Depth Interviews

Central Business Districts (CBDs) in developing countries continue to experience adverse effects of automobile dominance but most car-free initiatives are concentrated in developed countries. This study evaluates the significance of car-free streets in developing countries by evaluating perceptions of street users and the priorities of key decision makers in Nairobi, Kenya. Based on structured interviews, the results indicate differences in perceptions towards safety comfort and connectivity in varying traffic conditions. From in-depth interviews, it is clear that decision makers have focused on smooth flow and parking of automobiles, order, and security of adjacent premises while side-lining the affairs of pedestrians.Keywords: Car-free; pedestrians; livability; StreeteISSN 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.

scholarly journals Children, Youth and Road Environment: Road traffic accident

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 13-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohamad Ghazali Masuri ◽  
Khairil Anuar Md Isa ◽  
Mohd Pozi Mohd Tahir
Keyword(s):  
Traffic Accidents ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Coordination Failure ◽  
Young Drivers ◽  
Road Users ◽  
Complex Process ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Strict Enforcement

Driving is a complex process which involves eye-hand-foot coordination. Failure to coordinate will contribute to road traffic accidents (RTA). Young drivers usually represent the highest number of individuals involved in the accident cases. Thus, three common ergonomics principle were examined in this study: human-machine-environment. Issues such as land use, vehicle design and the importance of law enforcement are briefly discussed. Further research is needed to improve driver’s behavior and responses while driving. Strict enforcement on legislation and early education on road safety are required. It is also suggested that developing country should refer to the preventive model used in developed countries for reference. Keywords: Accident, Design, Road users eISSN 2514-751X © 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.

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