scholarly journals Exploratory Study on the Online Learning Understanding Based on Movement and Condition in Sitting Position

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (18) ◽  
pp. 80
Author(s):  
Mazwani Binti Abdullah ◽  
Mohd Amran Bin Mohd Daril ◽  
Mohammad Ikbar Bin Abdul Wahab ◽  
Khairanum Binti Subari ◽  
Shahino Mah Bin Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Movement Control ◽  
Sound Level ◽  
Sitting Position ◽  
Orientation Axis ◽  
Smartphone Sensors ◽  
Control Order ◽  
The Relationship

<p class="0abstract"><span lang="EN-US">This research study the relationship between the understanding of online learning during Movement Control Order (MCO) due to pandemic Covid-19 and the movement condition through the sensor’s parameters sensed by smartphone. The studies carried out to track the student’s movement and conditions in sitting position while online class conducted and collect the data recorded by using smartphone sensors. The Apps AndroSensor is used to measure the Light intensity (lux), Orientation (axis x, y and z), Sound Level (dB) and Heart Rate (bpm). The understanding of online learning is measured using survey and questionnaire. The respondents that involves on this research are consists from different universities. Multiple Linear Regression was used to conclude the relationship between the parameters and the understanding of online learning. Total 60 students were involved in this study. Students that are selected has followed the criteria needed which are height, weight and age. </span></p>

scholarly journals Monsoon Impact on the Air Quality During SAR-CoV-2 Pandemic Spread in Central Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah: Pre, During and Post Lockdown Scenarios

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 57-68
Author(s):  
M.V. Prasanna ◽  
S. Chidambaram
Keyword(s):  
Air Quality ◽  
Air Pollutants ◽  
Movement Control ◽  
Peninsular Malaysia ◽  
Hysplit Model ◽  
High Precipitation ◽  
Control Order ◽  
Time Frames ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

Malaysia is considered as one of the countries with the highest novel corona virus (COVID-19) infected cases in Southeast Asia. Recent studies have identified that the air quality of a region also governs the transmission of the virus through pollutants. Hence, a study was conducted to assess the influence of air quality on the COVID-19 pandemic spread in central Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah. An attempt was also made to infer the effect of monsoonal precipitation on air quality. Central Peninsular Malaysia consists of major cities like Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and Putrajaya. These cities are highly populated, with the expansion of industrial activities, rapid urbanisation and greater usage of vehicles has resulted in air quality deterioration. Such conditions have led to related public health issues, compared to Sabah in east Malaysia. In this study, COVID-19 infected cases, air quality index (AQI) and precipitation data were collected from 25 January to August 2020 to infer the relationship of air quality to the pandemic spread before, during and after the implementation of lockdown periods in the country, referred as movement control order (MCO). The lockdown periods fall under various monsoon climate patterns in the country. Interpretation of data reveals that the variation in air quality correlates with the infected cases. Improved air quality was observed during the last phase of MCO with a lesser number of infected cases. The HYSPLIT model was adopted to study the backward air mass trajectories for different time frames to identify the variation in the sources of pollutants reaching the study area. The study determined that the air pollutants have reached the study area from various directions, reflecting a mixed contribution from the ocean and land area. The relationship between high precipitation (during inter-monsoon and SW monsoon) and improved air quality reveals the washout effect of air pollutants. The outcome of this study inferred that the variation of air quality and precipitation rates facilitate the pandemic spread in this region in addition to the other meteorological factors, apart from individual immune capacity and social distancing.

scholarly journals AN EXPLORATORY SEQUENTIAL SENTIMENT ANALYSIS OF ONLINE LEARNING DURING THE MOVEMENT CONTROL ORDER IN MALAYSIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (No.2) ◽  
pp. 235-261
Author(s):  
Noorihan Abdul Rahman ◽  
Zuriani Ahmad Zukarnain ◽  
Nor Asma Mohd Zain ◽  
Rozianiwati Yusof
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Sentiment Analysis ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Movement Control ◽  
Virtual Learning Environment ◽  
Time Zone ◽  
Sequential Approach ◽  
The Government ◽  
Control Order

Purpose – Online learning is an essential platform to support varying learning conditions, anytime and anywhere. It helps connect online communities regardless of one’s geographical location and time zone. During the COVID-19 outbreak in Malaysia, the use of online learning platforms has become a crucial option for accomplishing learning objectives. During this challenging time, universities have been looking for suitable solutions to address issues regarding the online learning process. This paper discusses the challenges in online learning, as well as the importance of collaborative learning activities during the Movement Control Order (MCO). Challenges in emotion and changes of routine among students have been detected during the MCO imposed by the government of Malaysia. Methodology – An exploratory sequential approach was carried out in this study to obtain students’ feedback in terms of their emotions and routine changes during the outbreak of COVID-19 and the subsequent implementation of the MCO. Convenience sampling was used for this research, and in order to obtain feedback on online learning during the MCO an online interview was conducted with 42 students from the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA branch in the state of Kelantan. The feedback items were recorded and transcribed in Excel format. Next, sentiment analysis was carried out using Rapidminer software. Findings – The results showed that higher education institutions or universities had to play their part in providing a virtual learning environment as convenient as possible during the Movement Control Order period. The results also showed that educators had to ensure the success of online learning by maintaining the motivation of their students Significance – The findings in this study can also benefit educators and higher education institutions or universities in executing suitable teaching and learning plans during the COVID-19 outbreak.

scholarly journals LEARNING TAFSEER OF AL-QURAN DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC: STUDENTS SATISFACTION TOWARDS LECTURERS INTERACTION

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 29-34
Author(s):  
Mohamed Akhiruddin Ibrahim ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Computer Software ◽  
Movement Control ◽  
Private Higher Education ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Control Order ◽  
High Level ◽  
Students Satisfaction

The implementation of Movement Control Order (MCO) in Malaysia during COVID-19 pandemic that disallowed usual face-to-face lectures has affected both public and private higher education institutions. The best alternative to ensure that learning sessions are continuously uninterrupted is by online learning which is the implementation of teaching and learning sessions through technology systems. Lecturers interaction in online learning method is very important in providing understanding to students. Therefore, the aim of this study is to know the students satisfaction towards lecturers interaction in online learning of Tafsir al-Quran course. Method used in this research is quantitative design whereas a semi-structured questionnaire distributed among 2ndyear students of Quran and Multimedia Studies Program, Faculty of Quran and Sunnah Studies, UniversitiSains Islam Malaysia. This questionnaire has to be answered via Microsoft Forms and the data obtained then were analyzed descriptively through computer software namely Microsoft Excel and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25. The results of the study found that the level of students satisfaction towards lecturers interaction in online learning of Tafsir al-Quran course were at a high level. In this regard, the interaction of lecturers is very important in providing understanding among students, as well as systematic and easy-to-understand of teaching methods.

scholarly journals Synchronous online learning during movement control order in higher education institutions: a systematic review

F1000Research ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 1056
Author(s):  
Yee Wan Lee ◽  
Magiswary Dorasamy ◽  
Abdul Aziz Bin Ahmad ◽  
Manimekalai Jambulingam ◽  
Peik Foong Yeap ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Movement Control ◽  
Control Order ◽  
Synchronous Online Learning ◽  
Synchronous Online

Background: Higher education institutions (HEI) are not spared from the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The closure of campuses because of the movement control order (MCO) to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 has forced HEIs to adopt online learning, especially synchronous online learning (SOL). Although teaching and learning can be continued via SOL, retaining students’ interest and sustaining their engagement have not been sufficiently explored. This study presents a systematic review of the research pertaining to SOL associated with students’ interest and engagement in HEIs during the MCO environment. Methods: Five major online databases, i.e., EBSCOhost, Science Direct, Emerald, Scopus and Springer were searched to collect relevant papers published between 1st January 2010 to 15th June 2021 including conference proceedings, peer-reviewed papers and dissertations. Papers written in the English language, based in full-fledged universities, and with these five keywords: (i) synchronous online learning, (ii) engagement, (iii) interest, (iv) MCO/Covid-19 and (v) HEI, were included. Papers focussing on synchronous and asynchronous online learning in schools and colleges were excluded. Each paper was reviewed by two reviewers in order to confirm the eligibility based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: We found 31 papers of which six papers were related to SOL, engagement and interest in HEIs in the MCO environment. Our review presents three major findings: (i) limited research has been conducted on SOL associated with students’ engagement and interest, (ii) studies related to the context of HEIs in the MCO environment are limited, and (iii) the understanding of the new phenomena through qualitative research is insufficient. We highlight the SOL alignment with students’ engagement, interest, style preference, learner interaction effectiveness, behavior and academic performance. Conclusions: We believe that the findings of this study are timely and require attention from the research community.

scholarly journals RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE ABOUT COVID-19 AND IMPLEMENTATION OF MOVEMENT CONTROL ORDER (MCO) AMONG THE MEMBERS OF THE ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (38) ◽  
pp. 193-208
Author(s):  
Baidi Baddiri ◽  
Mohd Khairuddin Abdullah @Jerry Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Movement Control ◽  
Strong Relationship ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Third Wave ◽  
Knowledge Level ◽  
Global Epidemic ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Control Order ◽  
High Level ◽  
The Relationship

Safety and Healthcare system become the government's main agenda, especially when the country is facing a critical global epidemic crisis, known as the transmission of the third wave of COVID-19. The country of Sabah is a state that reports so many cases of daily infections that up to 600 active cases are detected every day and subsequently places the state of Sabah become a red zone. Therefore, the emphasis on knowledge level is an important aspect in curbing the transmission of COVID-19. Thus, this study was conducted to find out what is the level of knowledge about COVID-19 and the Movement Control Order (MCO) as well as to identify the relationship between these two variables in breaking the chain of COVID-19 transmission, especially among the ILKKM KK staff. The study design was applying quantitatively in the research methodology, by the implementation of questionnaires through surveys, while convenient random sampling was used as a sampling method with a total of 267 respondents consisting of ILKKM KK staff. Analysis of instrument evaluation and sampling methods is also discussed in this study. The results showed that the patient's level of knowledge about COVID-19 was at a high level with a mean value = 3.902, SD = 0.423. However, the level of knowledge about MCO is at a moderate level with a mean value = 3.631, SD = 0.323. Meanwhile, correlation analysis showed there is a strong relationship between knowledge of COVID-19 and knowledge of MCO with correlation value r = 0.79, p> 0.05. Thus, the results of this analysis show that there is a strong relationship between the knowledge level ofCOVID-19 and MCO in deciding the chain of infection of COVID-19, especially among the ILKKM KK residents.

scholarly journals Learning English Online from Home: The Challenges Faced by USIM BELCOM Students during MCO

Sains Insani ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Saiful Izwan Zainal ◽  
Noor Saazai Mat Saad ◽  
Norhana Abdullah ◽  
Normazla Ahmad Mahir ◽  
Suzanah Selamat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
English Language ◽  
Movement Control ◽  
Coping Mechanisms ◽  
First Year ◽  
First Year Students ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Learning Platforms ◽  
Control Order

Efforts to curb the spread of the Covid-19 virus have been carried out on a large scale around the world, and among the measures that have been taken is to change the mode of learning among students in universities to online learning. Although various online learning platforms have been made available for student use, the level of mastery of students as well as the challenges they face to maximize the use of technology while studying from home is still understudied. This study will add to the previous research by focusing on the aspects of English language online learning processes experienced by Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM) students during the Movement Control Order period. This study collected qualitative data through open-ended questions which were distributed online, involving 29 first-year students from the Bachelor of English with Commerce (BELCOM). The data revealed two (2) categories of challenges – external and internal. Internet connection and environment are for external while understanding and communication are for internal. In relation to each of the challenges, the respondents also shared their coping mechanisms which are two-pronged. Some respondents just accepted those hurdles while many of them took charge and took action in solving the problems. These coping mechanisms could be used as guides for other learners facing difficulties in learning online at home.   Usaha untuk membendung penyebaran virus Covid-19 telah dilakukan secara besar-besaran di seluruh dunia, dan antara langkah-langkah yang telah diambil adalah dengan mengubah cara pembelajaran di kalangan pelajar di universiti kepada pembelajaran secara atas talian. Walaupun pelbagai platform pembelajaran atas talian telah disediakan untuk kemudahan para pelajar, namun tahap penguasaan pelajar serta cabaran yang dihadapi untuk memaksimumkan penggunaan teknologi semasa belajar dari rumah masih kurang dikaji. Kajian ini akan menambah data penyelidikan sebelumnya dengan memfokuskan aspek proses pembelajaran atas talian Bahasa Inggeris yang dialami oleh para pelajar Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM) semasa tempoh Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan. Kajian ini menggunakan data kualitatif berdasarkan soalan terbuka yang dibuat secara atas talian kepada 29 pelajar tahun satu Sarjana Muda Bahasa Inggeris dengan Perdagangan (BELCOM). Data menunjukkan bahawa terdapat dua (2) kategori cabaran iaitu luaran dan dalaman. Bagi luaran, cabaran-cabaran yang diutarakan adalah sambungan Internet dan persekitaran. Manakala bagi dalaman, cabaran-cabaran yang terbabit adalah kefahaman dan juga komunikasi. Selari dengan setiap cabaran yang dinyatakan, para responden juga menyatakan cara mereka mendepani cabaran tersebut. Didapati mereka sama ada mengharungi cabaran tersebut tanpa berbuat apa-apa ataupun mengambil tindakan untuk menyelesaikan masalah yang dihadapi. Mekanisma yang diambil oleh pelajar-pelajar dalam mendepani cabaran ini dapat dijadikan panduan bagi pelajar lain yang mengikuti pembelajaran atas talian dari rumah.

scholarly journals Student’s Online Learning Level during the Pandemic from the Perspective of Lecturers in a Teacher Training Institute

2021 ◽  
Vol 04 (06) ◽  
Author(s):  
Norsita binti Ali ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Student Teachers ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Movement Control ◽  
Online Classes ◽  
Control Order ◽  
High Level ◽  
New Situation ◽  
And Training ◽  
Training Institute

COVID-19 has been declared as a pandemic, an epidemic of a disease that spreads so widely across the world. Thus the Malaysian government has enforced the Movement Control Order (MCO) effective 18th March 2020 to curb the spread of the virus which includes the closure of all educational institutes. In order to ensure that all teaching and learning process (T&L) continue smoothly, the Teacher Education Institute or locally known as Institut Pendidikan Guru (IPG), has adopted the online T&L platforms to deliver lessons. This study was conducted to identify the IPG lecturers’ perspective of student teachers’ online learning level during the pandemic. It also explores the support required by the lecturers in implementing online T&L. This study used a quantitative approach which is supported by qualitative findings. The sample of the study were 806 IPG lecturers who were given questionnaires in the form of 5-point Likert Scale items and open ended questionnaires. The finding of the study indicated a high level of students' learning with mean scores exceeding 4.0 for all items where the highest mean was for the item ‘students attend online classes’ (mean=4.49, SD=0.77). The qualitative analysis of the open ended questions showed that IPG lecturers needed support in the form of internet access, guidance and training to utilise the online platforms for T&L, and technical and moral support to help increase students’ level learning. The results of the study implicate that both the lecturers and students need to strive harder to familiarise themselves with this new situation and to ensure that the online T&L runs smoothly and effectively

Being online: social presence as subjectivity in online learning

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benjamin Kehrwald
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Environments ◽  
Social Presence ◽  
Exploratory Study ◽  
Online Learning Environments ◽  
The Relationship

This article discusses the relationship between social presence and subjectivity in online learning environments. Drawing from views of subjectivity synthesised by de Sousa and an exploratory study into online social presence (by Kehrwald), the presentation identifies the links between various forms of subjectivity and the operation of social presence. The conclusions highlight the benefits of explicitly associating subjectivity with social presence in online learning and some of the key implications for online learning practice.

scholarly journals Teaching and Learning (T&L) Among University Students During the Movement Control Order (MCO)

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 79-88
Author(s):  
Nor Hamiza Mohd Ghani ◽  
Sholehah Abdullah ◽  
Mohd Khairi Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
University Students ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Movement Control ◽  
Academic Institutions ◽  
Learning Platform ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Control Order

Both academic institutions and schools were required to conduct online learning during the Movement Control Order (MCO) period. This study aims to identify Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Terengganu’s branch students’ perceptions of teaching and learning (T&L) during MCO. The preferred technology framework for T&L during the MCO period is also identified in this report. Furthermore, this study identifies the factors that influenced the choice of said application. The respondents were 256 UiTM Terengganu students from eight specialisations. Data were gathered through the use of online questionnaires administered through Google Forms. According to the findings, students had a generally positive attitude toward the online learning process but were less satisfied with its effectiveness. In terms of application selection, the university’s teaching and learning platform, Ufuture system, comes in first, followed by Google Classroom, Telegram, and WhatsApp. This study also discussed the strategies for improving the effectiveness of technology utilisation to optimise e-learning.

scholarly journals Synchronous online learning during movement control order in higher education institutions: a systematic review

F1000Research ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 1056
Author(s):  
Yee Wan Lee ◽  
Magiswary Dorasamy ◽  
Abdul Aziz Bin Ahmad ◽  
Manimekalai Jambulingam ◽  
Peik Foong Yeap ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Online Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Higher Education Institutions ◽  
Movement Control ◽  
Control Order ◽  
Synchronous Online Learning ◽  
Synchronous Online

Background: Higher education institutions (HEI) are not spared from the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. The closure of campuses because of the movement control order (MCO) to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 has forced HEIs to adopt online learning, especially synchronous online learning (SOL). Although teaching and learning can be continued via SOL, retaining students’ interest and sustaining their engagement have not been sufficiently explored. This study presents a systematic review of the research pertaining to SOL associated with students’ interest and engagement in HEIs during the MCO environment. Methods: Five major online databases, i.e., EBSCOhost, Science Direct, Emerald, Scopus and Springer were searched to collect relevant papers published between 1st January 2010 to 15th June 2021 including conference proceedings, peer-reviewed papers and dissertations. Papers written in the English language, based in full-fledged universities, and with these five keywords: (i) synchronous online learning, (ii) engagement, (iii) interest, (iv) MCO/Covid-19 and (v) HEI, were included. Papers focussing on synchronous and asynchronous online learning in schools and colleges were excluded. Each paper was reviewed by two reviewers in order to confirm the eligibility based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Results: We found 31 papers of which six papers were related to SOL, engagement and interest in HEIs in the MCO environment. Our review presents three major findings: (i) limited research has been conducted on SOL associated with students’ engagement and interest, (ii) studies related to the context of HEIs in the MCO environment are limited, and (iii) the understanding of the new phenomena through qualitative research is insufficient. We highlight the SOL alignment with students’ engagement, interest, style preference, learner interaction effectiveness, behavior and academic performance. Conclusions: We believe that the findings of this study are timely and require attention from the research community.

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