Rafidah Abd Karim

• Doctor of Philosophy
• Senior Lecturer at MARA University of Technology

As technology advances, using gadgets like smart phones, ipads, tablets and other mobile devices is becoming popular among people today as the rise in technology is overwhelming. Recently, mobile technologies are playing an increasingly significant role in tertiary level students' academic lives. Moreover, the popularity of mobile technologies amon...

Digital mind map is a digital tool that is becoming increasingly popular in today’s pedagogical visual aids. However, few empirical studies have been conducted regarding Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) student’s competencies on using digital mind map in learning of their technical subjects. Hence, this survey research was des...

In the era of pandemic, almost all educational institutions had to undergo education via the Internet instead of face-to-face teaching approach. Thus, the use of mobile devices application is becoming more significant and prevalent among students at higher education institutions (HEIs) during the pandemic. Furthermore, many universities currently u...

This chapter presents a study about flexible learning pathways towards SDG4 in Malaysian higher education. The purpose of the study was to explore the lecturers' perception on flexible teaching and the students' readiness for flexible learning pathways to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG4) in Malaysian higher education institutions (...

The phenomenon of ghosting in synchronous online learning, which indicates student disengagement, negatively affects student achievement. This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the Project-Based Learning (PjBL) model in improving student academic achievement, creative thinking skills, and engagement in synchronous online learning environmen...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems are revolutionizing e-learning, making it more engaging, personalised and accessible. It offers endless possibilities, from intelligent tutoring systems to predictive analytics, each element working in harmony to create a more dynamic, inclusive, and effective learning environment. Besides, it can satisfy your n...

Suicide, a global health challenge identified in Goal 3 of the global agenda for enhancing worldwide well-being, demands urgent attention. This study focused on predicting suicidal thoughts using machine learning, leveraging the 2021 National Women's Life Experience Survey (SPHPN) involving women aged 15 to 64. Analyzing 11,305 ever-married women,...

Resilience is crucial for families to adapt to evolving social, economic, and cultural changes. However, existing family resilience scales, often rooted in Western perspectives, may not fully capture the unique resilience factors of Malaysian Gen Y families. This study aims to develop and establish the initial factor structure of the Malaysian Gen...

Changes in the reins of government since 2018 have had an impact on the value of patriotism among Malaysians. The Principles of the Rukun Negara is no longer the basis of unity, instead communities often conflict with each other due to differences in political ideologies that affect ethnic harmony in Malaysia. The issue of insulting Islam and the i...

The third book on Seamless Learning in Higher Education is a compilation of discussions stemming from the International Research Network for Innovative Sustainable Seamless Education’s (IRN-ISSE) 2024 Artificial Intelligence for Seamless Education webinar series. This book features chapters based on presentations hosted by IRN-ISSE researchers from...

Introduction/Main Objectives: Environmental quality is essential to human development because it reflects the condition of our natural surroundings. Background Problems: Understanding the determinants of environmental quality is crucial for Indonesia as it helps identify the key factors influencing environmental quality. Novelty: Spatial models off...

ChatGPT is an effective technique for enhancing application usability and giving users tailored, pertinent answers to their questions. With its widespread popularity, ChatGPT has the potential to revolutionise several sectors. This study focuses on the use of ChatGPT in smart healthcare services. Specifically, this chapter presents the public perce...

Globally, there are still many occurring social issues that may be a hindrance towards the achievement of the overall development of a nation, and one of them is gender equality. Although it is a social issue that can affect the society, gender equality however affects women more than men as it can put women at a more disadvantaged situations such...

Most research on gender equality and feminism have been concentrated on non-indigenous women worldwide, with very few studies focusing specifically on Jahai tribe women. Indigenous women are important in advancing the ideas of feminism and gender equality within their societies. This paper is a case study focuses on the indigenous women which is th...

This study introduces a novel methodology for addressing power-related challenges in Virtual Reality (VR) technology by exploring the potential utilization of Low-Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (LTSOFCs). Despite the capacity of VR headsets in providing immersive experiences, there is frequent limitations encountered due to power supply which a...

The Orang Asli, the indigenous people of Peninsular Malaysia, have witnessed various changes in their minority community over time. The culture of indigenous people is traditionally negative towards the advancement of women; hence this indicates that Orang Asli women need exposure regarding their rights to be able to empower themselves. The main pu...

The capacity to locate, assess, and communicate information via keyboards or digital media platforms is known as digital literacy. Utilizing information and communication technology to produce, assess, and distribute information requires a combination of technical and cognitive skills. Some ESL learners are still struggling when they are using the...

Generally, ESL students face problems in writing essays because they are more used to writing in their native language. They may have difficulties in generating ideas and writing ideas creatively. Developing students' self-efficacy in creative thinking is just as crucial as the scenarios and tactics used in its implementation. They therefore requir...

In a world dominated by digitalisation, digital intelligence is critical. Digital intelligence is required for education, employment, and active participation in the community. Digitalisation has transformed our way of thinking, feeling, and living, and its rapid evolution has made change, which was once the exception, the norm. As a result, change...

Building surveyors traditionally relied on descriptive longhand surveys to record an information by hand during on-site building inspections. However, the traditional approach such as checklist that usually practiced were unstructured and unstandardized among organization. In certain cases, it might have a missing document and issue on time-consumi...

With rapid developments in the field of digital literacy, technology has shifted from computer-assisted language learning (CALL) to mobile-assisted language learning (MALL). The smartphone plays an important role in helping students learn English. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the perception of English learning among ESL s...

Social development is a key pillar of sustainable development. Sustainability is linked not only to the environment, but also to the social and economic surroundings, forming the three pillars that aim to ensure the integrity of the world and to raise the standard of living. The Jahai tribes are an indigenous people or Orang Asli in Malaysia. It...

Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG 5) is also one of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (SDG 5). This fifth goal aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls. One of the SDG5 goals is to enhance the use of enabling technologies, particularly information and communications technology, to promote women’s empowerment. A...

Virtual laboratory (VLab) has been observed for its function for the merit of online course delivery. It is believed that the existence of VLab may enhance students’ academic achievements. However, the study which researches its impact on the students’ independence is still limited. This systematic review study aims to determine students’ self-regu...

As the usage of alternative energy sources grows more widespread in developing nations, it will be crucial to monitor their development. Moreover, control of the utilization of these renewable energy sources is crucial. Rapid advances in virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) have paved the way for immersive visualization to expedite the s...

For many decades, VR (virtual reality) and AR (augmented reality) have been used in education. Many empirical studies show that using VR or AR in education has many positive impacts for students' learning. In addition, AR and VR solutions have the potential to improve classroom experiences and expand prospects at all educational levels. AR and V...

Hydropower is one of the renewable energy technology alternatives to produce and provide electricity to grid-off and country applications with almost zero carbon and other harmful gases emission. Almost 20% of the World's electricity generation is contributed by hydropower, which considers to be one of the highest power generation systems. Malaysia...

Higher education institutions have changed unexpectedly since the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the globe. It is a big challenge for most daily routines and negatively impacts higher education institutions. Hence, the situation demands quick changes, from the traditional method of teaching to blended pedagogy as depending on online teaching and le...

Education is an important factor in a society's human capital, social, economic, technological, and political development. SDG 5 of the 2030 Agenda aims to encourage women's full participation and equal leadership opportunities at all levels of political and economic decision-making. However, recent research shows that the gender disparity in highe...

A promising digital visual aid that encourages learners to think critically and creatively is digital mind mapping. This digital tool takes a conceptual approach to teaching and learning, assisting students in visualizing a subject and comprehending how various ideas are interconnected in both theoretical and practical contexts. However, many stude...

The thermal energy storage (TES) system is one of the most innovative technologies available for meeting long-term energy demands. Energy storage technology has demonstrated its ability to close the energy gap between supply and demand. The storage of thermal energy (TES) building integration is expected to reduce energy demand shortages while also...

The second book on Seamless Learning in Higher Education is a compilation of detailed descriptions and comparisons of educators designing and teaching courses from 10 countries where identified courses before and during COVID-19 are analyzed based on the Seamless Learning Experience Design (SLED) framework. The book is intended as a clarification f...

The non-compliance with environmental care ethics has attracted the problems of pollution, natural disasters, malpractice, and crime. The existing Green and Safe Cities (GSC) model is built with the concept of object-based material and secular space that excludes religious elements. Thus, this study aims (i) To identify the issues, problems, and pr...

Movement control order (MCO) was implemented in the country from 18 March 2020 until 3 May 2020 and followed by conditional movement control order (MCO) from 4 May 2020 until 9 June 2020 that cause the public universities to adapt to online and distance learning (ODL). More studies on using the WhatsApp application to learn English language from th...

Technology is restructuring education around the world. Bloom’s Digital Taxonomy is about applying technology and digital tools to facilitate learning. In this new Bloom’s taxonomy, the instructors will be informed of how to use technology and digital tools to facilitate student learning experiences and outcomes. Various digital tools applications...

Tourism has attracted many visitors over the years. It is financial blooming, however, was severely affected due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. In Malaysia, the government had allowed some leisure and hospitality premises to reopen starting July 2020. The COVID-19 is still going on, occupiers of leisure and hospitality premises are at th...

The issue of gender equality is a dense phenomenon, and it has given an increase to numerous policies across the countries around the world. Women are discriminated against, no matter where they are situated. It involves all areas of life such as health and nutrition, education, employment, and politics. Women all over the world should have equal r...

This study examined the use of a mobile-based technological tool known as Mobile-assisted Mind Mapping Technique (MAMMAT) to support ESL university students’ argumentative writing skills performance. The participants of this study were 45 ESL university students from two lecture groups at a public university campus in Peninsular Malaysia. The study...

Industry 4.0 manufacturing processes are making advanced hardware and the latest software cheaper, and easier to employ for teaching and learning. In the process, the objectives of the Higher Education 4.0 initiative are being realized. Tertiary educators should take heed of these developments so that their undergraduate students could benefit from...

In practise, mind maps have long been used by individuals especially teachers to create, visualise, arrange, and expand ideas in order to facilitate teaching and learning. Learning visually is a distinctive technique in modern pedagogy because most individuals are visual learners. As technology advances, digital mind map is created to replace manua...

The formal education sphere is one that is dynamic and ever-changing, even more so with current developments in technologies of teaching and learning. The process of education needs new innovations to keep pace with these rapid developments, particularly for tertiary students on the cusp of radical Industry 4.0 ‘disruptions’ that will permeate all...

Received: 09 April, 2020 Accepted: 07 June, 2020 Online: 25 June, 2020 21st century learning focuses on the flow of information, media, and technology. In Malaysia, many university students face problems in English writing. Thus, students should be exposed to the technology training in innovative ways to produce students with a dynamic in this eve...

The transformation of technology following the development of mobile devices has given rise to significant changes in today’s educational system and daily life. To take advantage of these changes, this study proposes the digital mind-mapping tool Bubbl.us for improving undergraduates’ writing abilities via a mobile-based technology approach in a pu...

In 21st century education, there are four key skills that students need to acquire: communication, critical thinking, creativity and collaboration. The study aims to explore the application of Fan-n-Pick learning model and to improve English communication skills and team building through the application of Fan-n-Pick learning model. This study is a...

In the recent years, emerging just as a theory in academic exploration, mobile learning has rapidly evolved to a real usage in learning environment. It is believed to be one of the best ways to spark the interest in learning as a whole especially when dealing with the digital natives. In Malaysia, owning a mobile device like a smartphone is almost...

Obstacles, both imagined and real, continue to hinder the wider adoption of Education 4.0 learning technologies although these technologies are available in the mainstream consumer market. At the same time, the boom in Industry 4.0 manufacturing has brought down the prices of these technological tools making them generally more affordable. A case i...

Recently, the transformation of the development of mobile devices has given rise to significant changes in human culture and daily life. Likewise, mobile and other portable devices have a great potential in today’s educational system. In short, the students have experienced the different approach of learning process when they used the mobile device...

Unprecedented changes are happening in the way the world works; traditional jobs are being replaced by new ones that need critical skills for workers of the future. Enter the era of ‘Industry 4.0’. In this era, knowledge and skills are paramount for one to stay relevant and remain competitive in the job market. Terms like ‘reskilling’ and ‘upskilli...

The ‘ELSA 360° Project’ (or English Language Simulations Augmented with 360-degrees immersive, interactive videos) is an initiative to transform the teaching and learning of English beyond the constraints of traditional classrooms. Utilising state-of-the-art 360-degrees or spherical video technology, we created instructive contents for a degree-lev...

Visual learning is a recognized method in which diagrams such as concept maps, mind maps, tree diagrams, organization chart and spider diagram are used to help students think and learn more effectively. It is even more effective when done by using mind maps. Mind mapping is a visual aid that stimulates the students’ ability to be a creative and cri...

Recently, the acceptance of mobile technologies among higher education institutions (HEIs) students is increasing dramatically. Many higher education institutions (HEIs) now use mobile technologies and create mobile-optimized versions of their websites or build stand-alone applications that can be downloaded from mobile application stores. The clas...

In this 21st century, the teaching and learning concept is focusing more on student-centered learning and teacher acts as a facilitator during the process. Most of the issues highlighted are circling around the school students' problems in conversing English and they are unable to work well in group activities as well. Hereby, our team uses the imp...

In this 21st century, the teaching and learning concept is focusing more on student-centered learning and teacher acts as a facilitator during the process. Most of the issues highlighted are circling around the school students' problems in conversing English and they are unable to work well in group activities as well. Hereby, our team uses the imp...

In language acquisition research, four important language skills form complete communication components consisting of listening, speaking, reading and writing. To aid in the acquisition of these core language skills, mind maps can be used in a multitude of ways, for instance to generate, to visualize, to structure and also to organize ideas. Other...

Mobile assisted language learning (MALL) has developed over the past decade as an advanced ground within its own right and it is gaining acceptance everywhere recently. It is a highly popular multidisciplinary study field which increasingly attracts the attention of scholars around the world. Moreover, it has attracted the scholars who have realize...

As technology advances, using gadgets like smart phones, ipads, tablets and other mobile devices are becoming popular among people today as the rise in technology is overwhelming. Therefore, this paper describes how iWorkplace mobile application can be implemented in Malaysian educational field. This application resource is specifically designed fo...

Currently, language teachers and learners have various learning device with interactive contents that offer certain advantages over conventional teaching instructions. Therefore, the aim of the study is to investigate the success of a video-enriched teaching and learning environment in molding positive attitudes among students toward the video lear...

Manglish is a unique dialect of English spoken in Malaysia. Due to the multi-language environment in this country, the English language in Malaysia has evolved into a Creole with her own phonology, lexicon and grammar. Manglish does not possess a standard written form, although many variations exist for transcribing certain words. For most purposes...

Many studies have shown the significance of women-owned businesses which have contributed to the growth of the global and local economy. This growth has been increasingly felt over the past decade. Today, women in market economies own more than 25 percent of all businesses and women-owned businesses in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and Latin America...