Tahap Kemahiran dan Sikap Guru Terhadap Penggunaan Multimedia dalam Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran al-Quran Murid Autisme

This study was conducted to identify the teacher skill level and attitude towards the use of multimedia in the teaching and learning of the Holy Koran for Autism students. This study was conducted using a set of questionnaires that were completed by 40 teachers who teach in the Integrated Special Education Program (PPKI) class selected by random. These quantitative data from the questionnaire were analyzed descriptively through SPSS software, version 22 to obtain the frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation. Pearson correlation analysis was used to determine the relationship between skill level and teacher attitude towards using multimedia in the teaching and learning of the Holy Koran for Autism students. The results of the analysis of the study found that the teacher skill level (M=3.63, SD.=0.82) and teacher attitude (M=3.80, SD.=0.71) were at a moderate and high level. Meanwhile, this study also shows that there is a significant relationship between skill level and teacher attitude. Indeed, the teacher skill level and attitude towards using multimedia in teaching is positive but has weaknesses in terms of the application of multimedia items. Thus, while conducting the teaching process, a teacher must take into account the skill level to be applied and the readiness of the teacher attitude to build a multimedia-based teaching process to be more effective. AbstrakKajian ini dijalankan bagi mengenal pasti tahap kemahiran dan sikap guru terhadap penggunaan multimedia dalam pengajaran dan pembelajaran al-Quran untuk murid Autisme. Kajian ini dilakukan menggunakan set soal selidik yang telah dilengkapkan oleh 40 orang guru yang mengajar di kelas Program Pendidikan Khas Integrasi (PPKI) yang dipilih secara rawak. Data kuantitatif daripada soal selidik ini dianalisis secara deskriptif menggunakan SPSS versi 22 bagi mendapatkan kekerapan (frekuensi), peratusan, min dan sisihan piawai. Analisis korelasi Pearson digunakan untuk menentukan hubungan antara tahap kemahiran dengan sikap guru menggunakan multimedia dalam pengajaran dan pembelajaran al-Quran murid Autisme. Hasil analisis kajian mendapati, tahap kemahiran guru (M=3.63, SP.=0.82) dan sikap guru (M=3.80, SP.=0.71) berada pada aras sederhana tinggi. Sementara itu, kajian ini juga menunjukkan wujud hubungan yang signifikan antara tahap kemahiran dengan sikap guru. Sememangnya tahap kemahiran dan sikap guru ke arah menggunakan multimedia dalam pengajaran adalah positif tetapi mempunyai kelemahan dari aspek pengaplikasian item-item multimedia. Justeru, semasa menjalankan proses pengajaran, seseorang guru mesti mengambil kira mengenai tahap kemahiran untuk diaplikasikan dan kebersediaan sikap guru untuk membina proses pengajaran berasaskan multimedia agar menjadi lebih efektif.

Study Of Malaria Cases Among Seafarers In Croatia And The Causes Of Ineffective Chemoprophylaxis Among Them

Introduction: Malaria in Croatia was endemic until 1954, when the last autochthonous cases were reported. Now we have imported cases and the disease still most commonly affects seafarers and workers temporarily employed in malaria endemic countries. The aim of this study was to investigate ineffective malaria chemoprophylaxis among Croatian seafarers. Materials and methods: This study used the data collected by questionnaires that followed every imported case of malaria in Croatia. In addition, a survey was conducted among the seafarers attending the Special education program at the Faculty of Maritime Studies in Split, regarding their attitudes / reasons for not using chemoprophylaxis using a short questionnaire. Results: From the 1st January 2007 to 31st December 2019 there was a total of 108 imported malaria cases in Croatia, of which 22 (20.37%) referred to seafarers. In situations reporting the information whether the infected seafarers used chemoprophylaxis, twenty seafarers (91% of the overall infected) responded that they had not used chemoprophylaxis, while two of them (9.0%) responded that they had used it incorrectly. Conclusion: It appears that the main reason for avoiding chemoprophylaxis is the fear of side-effects. Some of the respondents, particularly the young ones, stated that they were not vaccinated – which is a proof of ignorance, as the vaccine does not exist. How to familiarise and motivate maritime students and seafarers to participate actively in protection against malaria – this is an issue that is important not only in Croatia but, presumably, in other countries as well.

Stališča strokovnih delavcev do folklorne dejavnosti v osnovnih šolah s posebnim programom vzgoje in izobraževanja / Views of professionals regarding folklore activities in primary schools with a special education program

The paper examines the views of professionals in primary schools with a special education program in relation to folkloric activities and content. The research involved 240 professionals from all 28 Slovenian educational institutions implementing the program. Respondents rated their agreement on statements related to formal education and folklore activities, inclusion of folklore content and activities, attitudes towards folklore and classroom work, and use of folklore content for therapeutic purposes on a 5-point scale. The main findings relate to the fact that during institutional training, professionals did not acquire sufficient knowledge to teach folkloric content when working with students with special needs, suggesting that there are still many opportunities for progress in the integration of folkloric content and activities, with a focus on folk dances, folk songs, folk games and customs and habits, in institutions that implement the special education program of education. This is confirmed by the fact that the professionals have a very positive attitude towards folklore in general. The results can represent a starting point for future research, which would confirm the need for an interdisciplinary approach in different scientific fields (special and rehabilitation education, music didactics, folklore, ethnochoreology, music therapy, psychology and kinesiology).

Perceptions of Special Educators about Online Learning

ABSTRACT This study aims to identify the challenges of implementing online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic from the perspectives of faculty members of pre-service teachers affiliated with the special education program at King Saud University (KSU). Four challenges have been investigated: those related to students, faculty members, technology, and administration. The study adopted the descriptive approach and used a survey as a data collection tool. The sample consisted of 55 faculty members working at the pre-service teachers’ programs affiliated with the special education department at KSU. Findings revealed challenges that hinder implementing online learning, as follows: challenges related to students was first, followed by those related to technology, faculty members and administration. The study concludes that such challenges should be sorted out to help achieve the objectives of online learning

An analytical study on the awareness and practice relating toxoplasmosis among pregnant women in Casablanca, Morocco

Background Although toxoplasmosis is asymptomatic in most cases among pregnant women, it may cause newborn abortions and birth defects if the infection occurs during pregnancy. Therefore, raising awareness and promoting good practices of pregnant women towards toxoplasmosis disease is essential to avoid infection during pregnancy. The aim of this cross-sectional study is to assess toxoplasmosis awareness and its risk-related behavior pregnant women who attended public health centers in one of the biggest Moroccan cities: Casablanca. Methods A structured questionnaire was used to collect data including socio-demographics data, awareness of etiology, modes of transmission and preventive practices towards toxoplasmosis. Results This study survey showed that among 390 pregnant women interviewed, 41.2% reported having heard or read information regarding toxoplasmosis. Only 8.1% of them knew that toxoplasmosis is a parasitic disease caused by Toxoplasma gondii, and 13.7% of those who gave a correct answer were aware that the host of toxoplasmosis is cats. There is a significant statistical association between age, level of education and profession of pregnant women and toxoplasmosis awareness. Despite of the majority of the interviewed pregnant women had had effective preventive practices towards toxoplasmosis, 17.4% of pregnant women were convinced that Toxoplasmosis can transmit to the fetus and 14.3% stated it is asymptomatic in most cases. Conclusion This study highlights the low level of knowledge and awareness of toxoplasmosis among pregnant women in Casablanca/Morocco. Therefore, a special education program targeting all women during their reproductive age is necessary.

THE MEDIUM OF COMMUNICATION ISLAMIC EDUCATION TEACHERS IN AL-QURAN RECITATION OF INTEGRATED SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMME (HEARING DISABILITY)

The purpose of this study is to identify effective communication medium for Islamic Studies teachers in teaching and simplifying the Quranic recitation field to Primary Integrated Special Education School students (hearing problems). There are two teachers teaching Islamic Studies subject from two different primary schools who conducted the Integrated Special Education program (hearing problems), has been chosen as participants in this study. In order to collect data, researchers use qualitative research, specifically by using three different methods: interviews, observation, and document analysis. Due to the inability of the students to speak, participants of this research use different styles of communication via various mediums of communication when conducting Quranic recitation lessons (PdPc). Some of them are BMKT, sign language, spoken language, fingerspelling, body movements, and writing on the board. Overall, teachers show deep passion and integrity in educating the students who have hearing problems in Quranic recitation lessons. It is hoped that this research will help Islamic Studies teachers especially, facilitating them in communicating with the students who have a hearing disability in the Quranic recitation field. In addition, researchers also anticipate that this research will become a guide to any party who is directly involved in teaching Quranic studies to the hearing disabled group, whether the students are children, teenagers, or adults, so that the teaching will be more systematic and effective.

An Examination of Inclusive Practices for Students with Learning Disabilities in Botswana: A Literature Review

The country of Botswana has passed laws to support the human rights of their citizens, including people with learning disabilities. In accordance with the United Nations’ guidelines, Botswana’s human rights initiatives, and the international movement toward inclusive education, inclusive educational reform is taking place. We have conducted a comprehensive literature review, the purpose of which was to establish the progress Botswana has made in special education policy, implementation of policy into schools, and the strides made toward inclusion. However, there are still many struggles comparable to many school systems in African nations. Key findings include a nation with significant developments in human rights which includes a developing inclusive education system with both policy and implementation, yet, still coping with the growing pains of a young special education program.

Intervensi Inklusif Sukan Terhadap Murid Gangguan Kecelaruan Tumpuan dan Hiperaktif (ADHD)

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a form of disruption to the brain often experienced by growing children. ADHD children are often labelled as naughty by some. There are several forms of treatment that can be taken against this disorder such as the use of medication. However, the use of medicine will side effect such as loss appetite, disrupting sleep time and anxiety. This study was conducted by observing and recording anecdotes as a means of collecting data. The subject was an ADHD student who had undergone academic inclusiveness and also a special need athlete. The purpose of the study was to explore the effects of sports inclusive intervention on the negative, physical behaviour and social of the student. The findings of the study show that sports inclusion interventions can reduce the negative behaviour of ADHD students and can be an alternative to medication treatment. The effect of this intervention is more harmonious with no side effects and impact for a long time. Sports activities also have goals such as the Individual Teaching Plan concept. In Malaysia, sports intervention is quite new in the Integrated Special Education Program. The impact of this study is expected to open the mind of all parties to make sure that sport activities for special needs students is conducted for the purpose of treatment. The cooperation of all parties including parents is important in this alternative treatment.