scholarly journals Sustainable Suburban Environment and Service for Happier Households

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (17) ◽  
Author(s):  
Boo Ho Voon ◽  
Liping Wang ◽  
Ai Kiat Teo
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Economies ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Working Together ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Development Outcomes ◽  
Environment Service ◽  
Open Access Article ◽  
Suburban Environment

Many emerging economies have allocated significant amount of resource for sustainable suburbanization and development initiatives to serve and care for the targeted communities for happier households. The governments, private enterprises, and NGOs have been working together for sustainable suburban socio-economic development. Their sustainability practices and good quality service have helped to achieve the desired development outcomes for a better quality of life for the stakeholders. This paper aims to share the case study of Batu Kawa Suburb (Kuching, Sarawak) and the related lessons from Shaoxing (Zhejiang, China) to understand sustainable suburbanization environment and service for sustainability.  Keywords: Sustainable suburban environment; Service. 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:

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.

Visitor Analysis on Effectiveness of Photographs towards Quality of Life: A case study of the Royal Museum Kuala Lumpur

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (13) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zahari Zubir ◽  
Prince Favis Isip ◽  
Nurul Alia Ahamad ◽  
Nor Hayati Hussain
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Open Access ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

This research investigates the effectiveness of photographs in enhancing, creating attachment and appreciation towards memories of historical events which took place in the former National Palace of Kuala Lumpur. The purpose of this research is to study the effectiveness of the use of photographs for the appreciation of the museum from the visitors' perspective.  The research findings provide recommendations to museum curators and administrators for better decision making on the utilization and display of photographs in the Royal Museum and other museums in general.Keywords: Royal Museum Kuala Lumpur; photographs; appreciation; effectiveness.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. 

scholarly journals Bio Mass Initiative; Awareness and Practice: Case study, Subang Jaya

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Siti Mazwin Kamaruddin ◽  
Mohd Hafiz Sharif ◽  
Alamah Misni ◽  
Puziah Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Local Authority ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Active Engagement ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

Public awareness and active engagement in environmental programmes are associated with a better quality of life (Kamaruddin et.al. 2016; Mohit 2016). This exploratory study highlights the level of awareness and practice of residents in the bio mass initiative of a case study area. Self reported descriptive responses indicate that having awareness and knowledge regarding waste management does not necessarily result in actual sustainable waste practice. This paradox is consistent with other findings of similar studies (Kamaruddin et.al. 2016). Practical steps are identified to encourage residents and help sustain the bio mass initiative programme implemented by a local authority in Selangor, Malaysia.Keywords:Biomass Program, Community InvolvementISSN: 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, UniversitiTeknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals Subang Jaya Residents’ Awareness and Practice of Biomass Waste Management

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (12) ◽  
pp. 147
Author(s):  
Siti Mazwin Kamaruddin ◽  
Mohd Hafiz Sharif ◽  
Alamah Misni ◽  
Puziah Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Local Authority ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Active Engagement ◽  
Biomass Waste ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

Public awareness and active engagement in environmental programmes are associated with a better quality of life (Kamaruddin et.al. 2016; Mohit 2016). This exploratory study highlights the level of awareness and practice of residents in the bio mass initiative of a case study area. Self reported descriptive responses indicate that having awareness and knowledge regarding waste management does not necessarily result in actual sustainable waste practice. This paradox is consistent with other findings of similar studies (Kamaruddin et.al. 2016). Practical steps are identified to encourage residents and help sustain the bio mass initiative programme implemented by a local authority in Selangor, Malaysia.Keywords: Biomass Program, Community InvolvementeISSN 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.

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.

Assessing Pruning Knowledge towards Effective Tree Maintenance: A case study of four Local Authorities in Malaysia

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (13) ◽  
pp. 223
Author(s):  
Norainiratna Badrulhisham ◽  
Noriah Othman
Keyword(s):  
Publishing House ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Local Authorities ◽  
The Public ◽  
Risk Of Injury ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Maintenance Activities ◽  
Tree Pruning ◽  
Open Access Article

Pruning is one of the most crucial tree maintenance activities which give an impact on the tree's health and structure. Besides, improper pruning will contribute to the risk of injury to property and the public. This study aims to assess pruning knowledge among four Local authorities in Malaysia. Results found that 69.3 percent of tree pruning workers have a Good pruning knowledge level. However, Topping, pruning types and pruning cut dimension shows the lowest mean percentage of the correct answer. The findings also show that there is a significant positive relationship between pruning knowledge and education level and frequency attending pruning courses.Keywords: Tree pruning; knowledge; sustainable practices; urban treeseISSN: 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.v5i13.2054 

scholarly journals Distinctiveness, Continuity, Self-Esteem, & Self-Efficacy in Tourism of Karo Regency, Indonesia

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (13) ◽  
pp. 29-38
Author(s):  
Nurlisa Ginting ◽  
N. Vinky Rahman ◽  
Achmad Delianur Nasution
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Tourism Development ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Place Identity ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

As the essential aspect to increase tourism, place identity can improve someone’ quality of life. This research aims to investigate place identity in tourism destination in Karo Regency, Indonesia, that can be used to create a tourism development program. This research used mix method by identified four elements: distinctiveness, continuity, self-esteem, and self-efficacy. The result shows that the strongest element of place identity was self-esteem and distinctiveness, while self-efficacy and continuity were weak. Furthermore, tourism in the area relatively goes well even though place identity elements were weak. However, the improvement to enhancing tourism is needed.Keywords: Tourism Development; Place Identity; Karo Regency; Indonesia.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.  

scholarly journals Public Perception on Cultural Perspective

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (10) ◽  
pp. 113-123
Author(s):  
Sabrina Idilfitri ◽  
Nur Izzati Mohd Rodzi ◽  
Nik Hanita Nik Mohamad ◽  
Suria Sulaiman
Keyword(s):  
Public Perception ◽  
Landscape Planning ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Urban Life ◽  
Cultural Perspective ◽  
Environmental Setting ◽  
Quality Of Urban Life ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

A better quality of urban life can be achieved with one of the best planning method; public perception. The local communities and the tourists are the groups that are identified as the most influence and affected individual in an area and give the tremendous boost to any development. The research aim is to obtain the level of awareness and appreciation of these groups toward the cultural attraction. It is envisaged that the analysis will further contribute to the knowledge and idea of professional disciplinary. The findings are hoped to contribute towards establishing the preservation of cultural attractions including architecture, religion attraction, and natural environmental setting. Keywords: Public perception; cultural attraction; landscape planning 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.v3i10.310

scholarly journals Qualitative Assessment of Entrepreneurial Activities of Malaysian Private Tahfiz Institutions (PTIs)

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (18) ◽  
Author(s):  
Norazmi Anas ◽  
Muhammad Hafiz Saleh ◽  
Zuriani Yaacob ◽  
Mohd Aariffin Mohd Taharin ◽  
Wahibur Rokhman
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Operating Costs ◽  
Qualitative Assessment ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Entrepreneurial Activities ◽  
Open Access Article

PTIs are encouraged to participate in entrepreneurial activities that are appropriate for their area and ability. Thus, this qualitative case study where a semi-structured interview with the selected Malaysian Private Tahfiz Institutions (PTIs) was conducted to identify entrepreneurial activities to pay operational and management costs, to analyze the obstacles, limitations, problems faced and to assess the balance of entrepreneurial activities in educational governance of these religious, educational institutions. The findings demonstrated that involving PTIs in entrepreneurship can cover ranging from 40 to 50 percent of total operating costs. Keywords: Qualitative Assessment; Entrepreneurial Activities; Malaysian Private Tahfiz Institutions (PTIs); Malaysia 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.v6i18.3056

scholarly journals Pathway to Financial Well-being: A review on the role of psychological factors

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (13) ◽  
pp. 55
Author(s):  
Mohd Samsuri Ghazali ◽  
Sharifah Faigah Syed Alwi ◽  
Nurul Nadia Abdul Aziz ◽  
Siti Fahazarina Hazudin
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Factors ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Psychological Variables ◽  
Systematic Exploration ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Financial Behaviour ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper aimed to complete a rigorous, systematic exploration of the literature investigating the effects of psychological factors on the financial well-being in Malaysia context. We identified 13 papers that report empirical evidence on the effect of psychological factors on the financial well-being in Malaysia context. The findings conclude that the studies in financial well-being are focusing on four groups of respondents namely college student, young employees, singles mothers and Muslim individual and the eleven types of psychological variables are identified. This assemblage of reviewed research papers will be useful for the academia and government to cultivate understanding on the psychological rumblings of an individual and leading to greater financial well-being, hence uplifting the quality of life of affected parties.Keywords: Financial well-being; Financial behaviour; Psychological Factors;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/e-bpj.v5i13.2063

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