Jurnal Al-Sirat

ANALYSIS OF PUBLIC PERCEPTION AND STRATEGIC BRAND COMMUNICATION IN ENHANCING PUBLIC TRUST TOWARDS THE ROYAL MALAYSIA POLICE

Muhammad Amin Ibahrim, Khairul Aidil Azlin Abd Rahman, Nurhanisah Mohd Hawari — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Public perception and communication are essential components in the branding process of any organisation, particularly for security organisations such as the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP). However, there is limited empirical evidence on how branding and communication strategies shape public trust within Malaysia’s law enforcement agencies. This study attempts to bridge this gap by investigating public perceptions and experiences regarding RMP’s branding, with emphasis on the importance of organisational communication, interactions and public trust. A total of 30 respondents were interviewed face-to-face to obtain in-depth insights into their opinions of the services and performance delivered by the RMP. Qualitative data analysis revealed that both perception factors and the communication approaches adopted by RMP officers when engaging with the public play crucial roles in shaping the organisation’s image and brand identity. The findings highlight several key aspects, including branding elements within the RMP that require enhancement, public experiences in engaging with police officers, improvements to current branding strategies, challenges faced by the RMP in meeting citizens’ needs based on its client charter, and effective branding strategies that should be implemented. Furthermore, the study emphasises the importance of consistent and empathetic brand communication in restoring and sustaining public confidence in the RMP’s services. The results also indicate that strategic communication interventions, community engagement, and collaboration with external stakeholders can further strengthen the overall effectiveness of the RMP’s branding initiatives. Overall, the study provides important implications for efforts aimed at enhancing the professionalism, integrity, and credibility of security institutions in Malaysia.

PEMBANGUNAN KONSTRUK MODEL PENGAJARAN KOSA KATA BAHASA ARAB BERASASKAN WARNA DAN GAMBAR DALAM PENGAJARAN HAFAZAN AL-QURAN

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to develop the constructs of an Arabic vocabulary teaching model based on colors and images within the context of Qur'anic memorisation instruction. The model was developed by integrating Gagné’s Instructional Model, the Sidek Module Development Model, and the Taba Instructional Model. The Fuzzy Delphi Method was employed to obtain expert consensus in validating the key constructs underpinning the proposed model. A total of 12 experts in Arabic language, and Qur'anic teaching participated in the evaluation process. The Fuzzy Delphi analysis revealed that seven main constructs achieved a threshold (d) value of less than 0.2 and an expert consensus level exceeding 91.7%, thereby satisfying the acceptance criteria. The accepted constructs comprise Content, Teaching Methods, Management Protocols, Colour Selection, Image Selection, Surah Text, and Reinforcement Enhancement. This study contributes to the development of a more systematic and effective curriculum for Arabic vocabulary learning through a visual-based approach that supports Qur'anic memorisation at the Islamic preschool level.

ASSESSMENT OF DIETARY INTAKE IN CHILDREN AGED 1 TO 3 YEARS IN TERENGGANU

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This study aimed to determine the average dietary intake and BMI status of children, as well as their association. A total of 161 children aged 2.58 years (SD = 0.70) were involved (75 boys [46.6%], 86 girls [53.4%]). Parents recorded dietary intake using a 3-day food record. Height and weight were measured using a SECA scale and stadiometer, and BMI was analyzed via WHO Anthro software. Mean energy intake was 1113.33 kcal/day (SD = 213.35). Mean intakes for protein, carbohydrate, and fat (% energy) were 16.09 (SD = 2.04), 49.46 (SD = 5.35), and 31.35 (SD = 14.74), respectively. All participants (100%) met protein recommendations, but only 46% and 59% met carbohydrate and fat recommendations. Calcium and vitamin D intakes were insufficient. Most children (88.8%) had a normal BMI z-score. Only carbohydrate, fiber, total fat, and saturated fat intakes correlated significantly (p < 0.05) with BMI status. In conclusion, energy, protein, and fat intakes were adequate, whereas carbohydrate, calcium, and vitamin D intakes were deficient. Although most children had a normal BMI, high energy intake and dietary composition (carbohydrate, fiber, and fats) require careful monitoring as they influence changes in BMI status.

ENHANCING FAMILY WAQF PARTICIPATION THROUGH WAQF LITERACY AND INSTITUTIONAL TRUST AMONG MALAYSIAN MUSLIMS

Muhammad Hamizan Ab Hamid, Mardhiyyah Sahri, Faezy Adenan — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This study examines the factors influencing Muslim participation in family waqf in Malaysia, with particular attention to perception, understanding and trust in waqf institutions. Unlike general waqf, which is commonly established for broader public or charitable purposes, family waqf allows the benefits of endowed assets to be directed initially to family members or descendants while preserving the long-term charitable purpose of waqf. This distinctive feature makes family waqf relevant not only as an instrument of Islamic social finance but also as a mechanism for intergenerational wealth preservation and Islamic estate planning. Despite the continued development of waqf institutions in Malaysia, participation in family waqf remains relatively limited. This suggests that participation may depend not only on religious motivation, but also on how well individuals understand family waqf, perceive its benefits and trust the institutions responsible for its management. A quantitative survey was conducted among 400 Muslim respondents selected through purposive sampling. Data were analysed using SPSS through reliability analysis, Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), regression and mediation analysis. The findings indicate that perception, understanding and institutional trust were significantly associated with participation in family waqf. The results further highlight the importance of strengthening family waqf literacy and public understanding through clearer information, continuous education and greater institutional transparency. These findings provide useful insights for waqf institutions and policymakers in developing more effective strategies to encourage sustainable participation in family waqf.

DIGITAL ETHICS IN EDUCATION: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Digital ethics has become a central concern in education as artificial intelligence (AI), generative AI, learning analytics, and data-driven systems are increasingly embedded in teaching, learning, research, and institutional decision-making. Despite rapid growth in scholarship, the literature remains conceptually dispersed, making it difficult to identify dominant ethical concerns, educational responses, and unresolved research gaps. This systematic literature review synthesizes recent scholarship on digital ethics in education by examining ethical implications of AI and generative AI, ethics education and professional development, and ethical dilemmas within professional and institutional practice. The review followed the PRISMA 2020 framework. Searches were conducted in Scopus and ERIC and were limited to English-language peer-reviewed journal articles published in 2024 and 2025. The searches identified 560 records (408 from Scopus and 152 from ERIC); following screening, eligibility assessment, and quality appraisal, 20 studies were retained for qualitative synthesis. The findings converge around three interrelated themes: ethical implications of AI and generative AI; ethics education, ethical training and professional development; and ethical challenges within professional, institutional and data-intensive practice. Overall, the review shows a shift from abstract ethical principles toward applied, context-sensitive ethical competence and governance, while empirical validation and policy evaluation remain limited. The review supports the development and testing of integrated ethical frameworks to guide responsible digital transformation in education.

HEALING GUIDELINES BASED ON THE QUR’AN AND SUNNAH: A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR HOLISTIC NURSING PRACTICE

Mohamad Firdaus Mohamad Ismail, Siti Zuhaidah Shahadan — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Health and healing occupy a central position in Islamic teachings, where the preservation of human life and well-being is closely associated with the objectives of Islamic law (maqāṣid al-sharīʿah), particularly the protection of life (ḥifẓ al-nafs). This study examines the concepts of health, illness, and healing based on the Qurʾān and the Sunnah and explores their implications for contemporary nursing practice. The study employs a qualitative textual analysis of relevant Qurʾānic verses, prophetic traditions (ḥadīth), and classical Islamic scholarly interpretations related to health, illness, and therapeutic practices. These primary sources are analysed thematically to identify key principles that guide healing from an Islamic perspective. The findings reveal that Islam conceptualizes health as a holistic condition encompassing physical, spiritual, psychological, and social well-being. Illness is viewed not only as a physiological condition but also as a spiritual test and a means of purification that encourages patience, reflection, and reliance upon God. At the same time, the Qurʾān and Sunnah strongly encourage seeking medical treatment, disease prevention, and the integration of physical and spiritual approaches to healing. These principles reflect the maqāṣid al-sharīʿah framework by promoting the preservation of life, dignity, and human well-being. For nursing practice, incorporating Islamic healing principles can enhance holistic patient care by addressing patients’ spiritual needs alongside clinical treatment. Such integration supports culturally and spiritually sensitive healthcare delivery, particularly in Muslim healthcare settings, and contributes to the development of ethically grounded and patient-centred nursing practice.

PERFORMANCE OF THE TURKISH LIRA DURING THE PERIOD 1994–2025: EXCHANGE RATE THEORIES, VOLATILITY AND REAL EXCHANGE RATE ANALYSIS

Mercan Hatipoğlu — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

In this study, the Turkish lira is examined through the theories that explain the value of exchange rates; subsequently, its depreciation and risk against other currencies are identified, and finally, a real exchange rate analysis is conducted. Unlike the existing literature that predominantly relies on econometric modeling, this study adopts an analytical and comparative framework to evaluate the explanatory power of exchange rate theories under real-world conditions. The aim is not to estimate coefficients, but to assess the practical validity and limitations of competing theoretical approaches. The findings show that—even if not clearly for every single year—inflation (the purchasing power parity approach) plays a central role in explaining exchange rate movements in Türkiye. The Balance of Payments or the Monetary Approach is insufficient in explaining the annual changes of the Turkish lira, and it has been determined that the main main explanatory factor of the depreciation of the Turkish lira in the medium and long term is the inflation differential between the United States and Türkiye. Another finding of the study is that the least volatile exchange rate pairs are USD/TRY and EUR/TRY, whereas the most volatile pair is RUB/TRY. The real exchange rate increased until 2007 and then entered a continuous downward trend, remaining for a long period at levels that would encourage exports.

SUMBANGAN PEMIKIRAN YUSUF AL-QARADAWI DALAM FIQH HALAL DAN HARAM KONTEMPORARI

Nor Musfirah Mohamad, Nik Faisal Nik Ismail — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Konsep halal dan haram merupakan prinsip asas dalam syariah Islam yang menjadi panduan utama bagi umat Islam dalam menjalani kehidupan seharian. Dalam era globalisasi dan perkembangan teknologi moden, pelbagai isu baharu berkaitan makanan, farmaseutikal, kosmetik dan ekonomi memerlukan penjelasan hukum syarak secara lebih komprehensif. Antara tokoh ulama kontemporari yang memberi sumbangan besar dalam bidang ini ialah Yusuf al-Qaradawi. Artikel ini bertujuan menganalisis sumbangan pemikiran beliau dalam pengembangan fiqh halal dan haram melalui karya utama beliau serta pendekatan metodologi yang digunakan dalam menentukan hukum. Kajian ini menggunakan kaedah analisis dokumen terhadap karya utama beliau iaitu al-Halal Wa al-Haram Fi al-Islam serta tulisan-tulisan lain yang berkaitan dengan fiqh kontemporari serta kajian-kajian akademik terkini. Hasil kajian mendapati bahawa pemikiran al-Qaradawi menekankan penggunaan kaedah fiqh, Maqasid Syariah dan pendekatan wasatiyyah dalam penentuan hukum. Pendekatan ini menjadikan fiqh halal dan haram lebih relevan dengan realiti kehidupan moden serta memberi sumbangan penting kepada perkembangan Industri Halal Global. Pemikiran al-Qaradawi telah memperluas pendekatan fiqh halal dan haram dengan menekankan keseimbangan antara nas syarak dan realiti semasa, sekali gus memberi panduan yang praktikal kepada umat Islam dalam menghadapi cabaran kehidupan moden yang semakin kompleks.

TAHFIZ STUDENTS’ PERSPECTIVES ON FACTORS INFLUENCING ARABIC LISTENING AND SPEAKING SKILL ENHANCEMENT AT MAAHAD INTEGRASI TAHFIZ SAINS DAN TEKNOLOGI SELANGOR (MITS)

Abdulrahman Alosman, Mohd Ikhwan Bin Abdullah, Nurul Afiqah Binti Mohamad Kamal — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This study aimed to investigate the perspectives of Qur’an memorization students regarding the factors influencing the enhancement of Arabic listening and speaking skills at the Integrated Tahfiz and Science & Technology Institutes (MITS) in Selangor. The study was motivated by the significance of these two skills as fundamental components in acquiring Arabic as a second language, particularly in educational settings that seek to provide a supportive linguistic environment for language learning. It also responds to the need to better understand the psychological, educational, and environmental factors that shape the development of oral communicative competence among Qur’an memorization students, especially in light of the observed variation in students’ oral language performance despite their enrolment in religious and linguistically oriented educational institutions that are presumed to facilitate Arabic language acquisition. The study adopted a descriptive analytical approach and employed a questionnaire as the primary instrument for data collection from a sample of 90 male and female students enrolled in the Integrated Tahfiz and Science & Technology Institutes in Selangor. The instrument was developed in accordance with the study objectives and comprised three main dimensions: psychological and personal factors related to students, educational factors associated with the curriculum and teaching practices, and the educational and linguistic environment supporting the enhancement of Arabic listening and speaking skills. To ensure the validity and reliability of the instrument, it was reviewed by a panel of subject-matter experts, while reliability was established using Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient through the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The collected data were analyzed using appropriate descriptive statistical techniques, including frequencies, percentages, means, standard deviations, and interpretive levels. The findings revealed that students generally demonstrated positive attitudes towards learning Arabic, as reflected in their strong willingness to listen to and speak the language, as well as their clear awareness of the importance of oral language skills in language learning. The results also highlighted the positive role of the educational environment in supporting the two skills, particularly using Modern Standard Arabic in instruction, institutional encouragement for Arabic language use, and the provision of a learning environment conducive to linguistic interaction. Furthermore, the findings indicated that certain curriculum components, especially instructional dialogues, played an effective role in enhancing oral skills, whereas other teaching practices, such as the use of modern technological tools, role-play activities, and the allocation of sufficient time for oral practice, were perceived as less effective. The study also identified several psychological challenges, including feelings of shyness and limited self-confidence among some students, which may negatively affect their oral participation and communicative performance. The study concludes that enhancing listening and speaking skills among Qur’an memorization students requires an integrated pedagogical approach that addresses learners’ psychological needs, activates the linguistic environment more dynamically, and adopts interactive teaching practices based on authentic communication and practical language use. The study recommends revising Arabic language teaching programs and curricula in Tahfiz institutions to better promote students’ oral communicative competence and improve the overall effectiveness of Arabic language learning.

هدفت هذه الدراسة إلى استكشاف تصوُّرات طلبة تحفيظ القرآن الكريم تجاه العوامل المؤثرة في تعزيز مهارتَي الاستماع والكلام باللغة العربية في معاهد التحفيظ التكاملية والعلوم والتكنولوجيا بولاية سلانجور (MITS). انطلاقًا من أهمية هاتين المهارتين بوصفهما من الركائز الأساسية في اكتساب اللغة العربية للناطقين بغيرها، ولا سيما في البيئات التعليمية التي تسعى إلى توفير مناخ لغوي داعم للتعلّم. وجاءت هذه الدراسة استجابةً للحاجة إلى فهم العوامل النفسية والتعليمية والبيئية التي تؤثر في تنمية الكفاية التواصلية الشفوية لدى طلبة تحفيظ القرآن الكريم، في ظل ما يُلاحظ من تفاوت في مستويات الأداء اللغوي الشفهي رغم انخراط الطلبة في مؤسسات تعليمية ذات طابع ديني ولغوي يفترض أن تسهم في دعم اكتساب اللغة العربية. اعتمدت الدراسة المنهج الوصفي التحليلي، واستخدمت الاستبانة أداةً رئيسةً لجمع البيانات من عينة مكوّنة من (90) طالبًا وطالبة من طلبة معاهد التحفيظ التكاملية والعلوم والتكنولوجيا بولاية سلانجور. وقد صُمّمت الأداة في ضوء أهداف الدراسة، وشملت ثلاثة محاور رئيسة تمثلت في: العوامل النفسية والشخصية المرتبطة بالطلبة، والعوامل التعليمية المتصلة بالمقرر الدراسي والممارسات التدريسية، إضافة إلى البيئة التعليمية واللغوية الداعمة لتعزيز مهارتَي الاستماع والكلام. وللتحقق من صدق الأداة وثباتها، عُرضت على مجموعة من المحكّمين المتخصصين، كما حُسب معامل الثبات باستخدام معادلة ألفا كرونباخ من خلال برنامج الحزمة الإحصائية للعلوم الاجتماعية (SPSS)، وتم تحليل البيانات باستخدام الأساليب الإحصائية الوصفية المناسبة، مثل التكرارات، والنسب المئوية، والمتوسطات الحسابية، والانحرافات المعيارية، ومستويات التقدير. أظهرت نتائج الدراسة أن الطلبة يتمتعون باتجاهات إيجابية عامة نحو تعلم اللغة العربية، حيث برزت لديهم رغبة مرتفعة في الاستماع إلى اللغة العربية والتحدث بها، مع إدراك واضح لأهمية المهارات الشفوية في تعلم اللغة. كما كشفت النتائج عن الدور الإيجابي للبيئة التعليمية في دعم المهارتين، خاصة من خلال اعتماد اللغة العربية الفصحى في التدريس، وتشجيع الطلبة على استخدامها، وتهيئة بيئة دراسية داعمة للتفاعل اللغوي. وأوضحت النتائج كذلك أن بعض عناصر المقرر الدراسي، ولا سيما الحوارات التعليمية، تؤدي دورًا فاعلًا في تعزيز المهارات الشفوية، في حين جاءت بعض الممارسات التعليمية الأخرى، مثل استخدام الوسائل التقنية الحديثة، وتمثيل الحوارات، وتخصيص الوقت الكافي للممارسة الشفوية، بدرجات أقل من الفاعلية. كما بيّنت النتائج وجود بعض التحديات النفسية، مثل الشعور بالخجل وضعف الثقة بالنفس لدى بعض الطلبة، مما قد يؤثر في مستوى التفاعل اللغوي الشفهي. وخلصت الدراسة إلى أن تعزيز مهارتَي الاستماع والكلام لدى طلبة تحفيظ القرآن الكريم يتطلب مقاربة تعليمية تكاملية تراعي الجوانب النفسية للمتعلمين، وتفعّل البيئة اللغوية بصورة أكثر ديناميكية، وتتبنى ممارسات تدريسية تفاعلية قائمة على الممارسة الواقعية والتواصل الفعلي باللغة العربية. وتوصي الدراسة بإعادة تطوير البرامج التعليمية والمناهج الخاصة بتعليم اللغة العربية في معاهد التحفيظ، بما يعزز الكفاية التواصلية الشفوية لدى الطلبة ويرتقي بمستوى تعلّمهم للغة العربية.

DIFFERENCES IN MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS BY GENDER AMONG STUDENTS ENROLLED IN CREDIT-BEARING CO-CURRICULAR COURSES

Azlina Musa, Rabiu Muazu Musa — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The mental health of undergraduate students is closely associated with the factors that contribute to the mental stress they experience and their ability to cope with it. This article discusses the findings of a study on gender differences in mental health among undergraduate students, with a particular focus on comparisons between male and female students. Identifying these stress-related factors is essential for developing corrective measures to reduce their impact. The present study explores the factors affecting students’ mental health and the various coping mechanisms employed by students. An instrument was developed and validated to collect information on the factors responsible for mental health disorders among students, as well as the coping strategies they use. The chi-square test was employed to examine the factors contributing to students’ mental health problems, the various coping mechanisms adopted, and the relationship between students’ characteristics and mental health problems. The study found a significant association between mental health disorders and gender (p < 0.05), with female students reporting a higher level of exposure to mental health-related problems than their male counterparts. Multivariate logistic regression confirmed that female students were significantly more likely to report mental health issues compared to males ( ). Academic workload and financial constraints were identified as primary stressors, while peer support and problem-focused coping were predominant mechanisms. These findings can serve as a guide for educational institutions, policymakers, and mental health practitioners in developing more focused and effective strategies to address mental health issues among college students.

PERANAN MAJLIS UGAMA ISLAM DAN ADAT RESAM MELAYU PAHANG DALAM MEMPERKASA PROFESION PEGUAM SYARIE MENURUT PERSPEKTIF FIQH AL-WATAN DAN MAQĀṢID AL-SYARĪ‘AH

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Profesion Peguam Syarie merupakan komponen penting dalam sistem keadilan syariah, manakala Majlis Ugama Islam dan Adat Resam Melayu Pahang (MUIP) merupakan institusi yang bertanggungjawab mengawalselia profesion tersebut. Pada masa kini, MUIP masih belum mempunyai sistem pengurusan perkhidmatan peguam syarie yang bersepadu dan digital, sekali gus penyampaian maklumat serta penilaian prestasi secara sistematik. Kajian ini bertujuan menganalisis peranan MUIP dalam memperkasa profesion Peguam Syarie di Pahang berdasarkan perspektif Fiqh al-Watan dan Maqāṣid al-Syarī‘ah. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif melalui kajian kepustakaan, dengan data dikumpulkan daripada analisis dokumen, buku, artikel jurnal, enakmen, statut dan laman sesawang berkaitan. Data dianalisis menggunakan analisis kandungan bagi mengenal pasti tema berkaitan. Dapatan menunjukkan bahawa MUIP berperanan bukan sahaja dalam penerimaan, pentauliahan dan kawal selia, tetapi juga dalam memperkasa kompetensi, integriti, profesionalisme dan kualiti perkhidmatan Peguam Syarie. Pemerkasaan ini berteraskan konteks kesultanan, syariat dan adat Pahang serta prinsip Maqāṣid al-Syarī‘ah yang menekankan amanah, keadilan dan kemaslahatan. Kajian mencadangkan MUIP memperkukuh pembangunan profesional, etika, integriti dan pendigitalan tadbir urus bagi membentuk profesion Peguam Syarie yang kompeten, berintegriti dan responsif demi pengukuhan keadilan syariah dan kemaslahatan masyarakat.

QARINAH IN AL-SHĪRĀZĪ'S AL-LUMAʿ AND THE EVALUATION OF DIGITAL CRIMINAL EVIDENCE

Muhammad Yosef Niteh, Che Jawariah Che Hassan, Mukhtar Ismail Kalantan — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This study examines the extent to which the epistemological framework of evidence in Abū Isḥāq al-Shīrāzī's (393–476H) al-Lumaʿ fī Uṣūl al-Fiqh can serve as a basis for evaluating digital criminal evidence as qarinah in Malaysian Syariah courts. Existing studies on digital evidence focus largely on legal and forensic procedure, and rarely draw directly on a specific text of usul al-fiqh as a source of evaluative criteria. This qualitative study applies content analysis to al-Lumaʿ as its primary source, followed by a comparative analysis using a concept-mapping matrix against thirteen selected contemporary studies. The analysis shows that al-Shīrāzī does not discuss judicial qarinah as such, yet three elements of his work are usable: the recognition of ẓann as a valid basis of evidence, the conditions of valid naẓar, and the distinction between the inferential strength of jalī and khafī analogy. On this basis, the study develops a Three-Stage Digital Qarinah Evaluation Model that assesses the eligibility of inference, identifies the proposition to be proven (integrity, attribution or act), and assigns a degree of strength to each proposition. The model shows that a single item of digital evidence may be strong for one proposition yet weak for another, and generally yields ẓann ghālib rather than ʿilm. The mapping between al-Shīrāzī's concepts and digital evidence is the researchers' application of the text, not the author's own view. The study concludes that the framework of al-Lumaʿ offers a structured basis for evaluating digital evidence, while the sufficiency of such evidence in a given case continues to depend on the offence concerned and the juristic school followed.

Kajian ini menilai sejauh mana kerangka epistemologi dalil dalam al-Lumaʿ fī Uṣūl al-Fiqh karya Abū Isḥāq al-Shīrāzī (393–476H) boleh dijadikan asas untuk menilai bukti jenayah digital sebagai qarinah di mahkamah syariah Malaysia. Kajian semasa tentang bukti digital banyak menumpukan aspek perundangan dan prosedur forensik, tetapi jarang merujuk secara langsung kepada teks usul al-fiqh tertentu sebagai sumber kriteria penilaian. Kajian kualitatif ini menggunakan analisis kandungan terhadap teks al-Lumaʿ sebagai sumber primer, diikuti analisis komparatif menerusi matriks padanan konsep dengan tiga belas kajian kontemporari terpilih. Analisis menunjukkan bahawa al-Shīrāzī tidak membincangkan qarinah kehakiman secara khusus, namun tiga unsur dalam kitabnya dapat dimanfaatkan, iaitu pengiktirafan ẓann sebagai asas dalil, syarat-syarat sah naẓar, dan pembezaan kekuatan inferens antara qiyas jalī dan khafī. Berasaskan unsur-unsur ini, kajian membina Model Penilaian Qarinah Digital Tiga Peringkat yang menilai kelayakan istidlal, menentukan proposisi yang hendak dibuktikan (integriti, atribusi atau perbuatan), dan menetapkan darjah kekuatan bagi setiap proposisi. Model ini memperlihatkan bahawa satu bahan bukti digital boleh kuat bagi satu proposisi tetapi lemah bagi proposisi yang lain, dan pada umumnya menghasilkan ẓann ghālib, bukan ʿilm. Pemadanan antara konsep al-Shīrāzī dengan bukti digital ialah aplikasi pengkaji terhadap teks, bukan pandangan langsung pengarang. Kajian ini merumuskan bahawa kerangka al-Lumaʿ boleh menjadi asas yang tersusun untuk menilai bukti digital, manakala kecukupan bukti tersebut dalam sesuatu kes tetap bergantung pada jenis jenayah dan pendapat mazhab yang dipegang.

ADJACENCY PAIRS: TURNS AND INTERACTIONAL STRUCTURE IN INTERVIEW DISCOURSE

Azean Idruwani Idrus, Maizatul Aliya Ashiqin Faizal — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Conversational discourse is a fundamental medium for social communication, demonstrating how meaning is constructed through sequential, contextual, and organized exchanges. In interviews, the interaction between the interviewer and the respondent serves not only to convey information but also reflects a systematic conversational structure through elements such as adjacency pairs. However, in the rapidly evolving landscape of digital media, a thorough analysis of adjacency pairs in digital media interviews is lacking in depth and consistency. This gap leads to an incomplete and fragmented understanding of how interactional structures are built, negotiated, and maintained within interview discourse. Consequently, the true role of adjacency pairs as a core mechanism for structuring interaction cannot be empirically and comprehensively elucidated. This study aims to identify the adjacency pairs present in interview discourse and analyze their role in shaping interactional structures. Data were collected from the program Kerusi DJ Nazz Bersama Tuan Haji Zainal Rashid, which is broadcast on the Molek TV YouTube channel. The study employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive design and thematic analysis, guided by John Heritage’s (1992) theory of sequence analysis. Data were collected through repeated online observations and transcribed using Jeffersonian conventions to ensure accurate representation of interactions. The findings reveal the existence of eight adjacency pair patterns, including question–answer, assumption–rebuttal, and inquiry–explanation structures. Adjacency pairs function as a primary mechanism for organizing conversation and establishing interactional coherence. In conclusion, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of interactional structures in interview conversations, particularly in the context of digital media.

Wacana perbualan merupakan medium utama dalam komunikasi sosial yang memperlihatkan bagaimana makna dibina melalui pertukaran ujaran secara berurutan, kontekstual, dan terancang. Dalam konteks wawancara, interaksi antara pewawancara dan responden bukan sahaja berfungsi sebagai penyampaian maklumat, malah mencerminkan organisasi perbualan yang sistematik melalui struktur tertentu seperti pasangan berdampingan. Walau bagaimanapun, dalam konteks media digital yang semakin berkembang analisis sistematik terhadap pasangan berdampingan dalam konteks wawancara media digital masih kurang dianalisis secara mendalam dan konsisten. Keadaan ini menyebabkan pemahaman terhadap cara struktur interaksi dibina, dirunding, dan dikekalkan dalam wacana perbualan wawancara menjadi tidak menyeluruh serta bersifat fragmentari. Akibatnya, peranan sebenar pasangan berdampingan sebagai mekanisme teras dalam menstrukturkan interaksi tidak dapat dihuraikan secara empirikal dan komprehensif.Sehubungan itu, kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti pasangan berdampingan yang wujud serta menganalisis peranannya dalam membentuk struktur interaksi dalam wacana perbualan wawancara. Data kajian diperoleh daripada program Kerusi DJ Nazz Bersama Tuan Haji Zainal Rashid yang disiarkan di platform YouTube melalui saluran Molek TV. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan reka bentuk deskriptif dan analisis tematik berpandukan Teori Analisis Perbualan oleh John Heritage (1992). Data dikumpulkan melalui pemerhatian dalam talian secara berulang dan ditranskripsikan menggunakan konvensi Jefferson bagi memastikan ketepatan representasi interaksi. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan kewujudan lapan pola pasangan berdampingan, termasuk struktur soal–jawab, andaian–bantahan, dan pertanyaan–penjelasan. Pasangan berdampingan berfungsi sebagai mekanisme utama dalam mengorganisasikan turutan perbualan serta membina koherensi interaksi. Kesimpulannya, kajian ini menyumbang kepada pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang struktur interaksi dalam wacana perbualan wawancara, khususnya dalam konteks media digital.

MARRIAGE ISSUES THROUGH THE TITLES OF LOCAL NEWSPAPER REPORTS: AN ANALYSIS OF CONFLICTS BETWEEN ISLAMIC LAW, MALAY CUSTOMS, AND HINDU CULTURAL ASSIMILATION

Siti Noridayu Abd Nasir — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Budaya Melayu di Malaysia wujud berlandaskan pengaruh budaya setempat, kemasukan budaya asing dan pengaruh agama Hindu yang telah lama bertapak di bumi Melayu. Sejarah Melayu melakarkan keindahan dan kesantunan yang wujud dalam budaya Melayu sejak sekian lama. Walau bagaimanapun, pengaruh asing dan agama Hindu telah sebati dalam beberapa amalan orang Melayu di Malaysia. Oleh itu, kajian ini memfokuskan kepada adat perkahwinan dalam budaya Melayu yang bertentangan dengan hukum Islam sebenar di Malaysia. Malah, kajian ini merungkai faktor wujudnya pertentangan yang diamalkan dalam budaya Melayu yang mengetepikan lunas sebenar hukum Islam. Oleh yang demikian, kajian ini penting dalam meneliti sebab musabab dan akibat daripada amalan budaya Melayu dalam adat perkahwinan di Malaysia. Lazimnya, adat perkahwinan yang diamalkan di negeri-negeri semenanjung Malaysia. Kajian ini mengambil kira adat dan budaya dalam majlis perkahwinan yang diadakan di negara ini. Adalah diharapkan kajian yang dijalankan ini dapat menjadi asas kepada kajian yang berkaitan pada masa akan datang.

ASSESSING THE ACCEPTANCE OF CHATGPT AMONG HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENTS: A CASE STUDY IN PAHANG

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The current study, which is entitled Evaluating the Assessing the Acceptance of ChatGPT Among Higher Education Students: A Case Study in Pahang, aimed to assess the behavioural intention of university students with regard to using ChatGPT in various academic levels. The Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology 2 (UTAUT2) was selected as a cross-sectional survey approach, data were collected from 184 respondents between March and May 2025 through both online and printed questionnaires. The core antecedents included in the analysis were the performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions, hedonic motivation, habit, and personal innovativeness and were operationalised using a five-point Likert scale. Descriptive analysis revealed an overall mean behavioural intention score of 3.523 (SD = 0.901), indicating a generally positive inclination toward ChatGPT adoption. Notably, both bachelor and postgraduate students erred higher mean scores (4.400 and 4.370, respectively) in comparison with students of the foundation level (3.393), which suggests that students of higher learning level assign AI-based technologies a higher academic rating. These results highlight an increasing openness to generative AI among the population of higher education, and at the same time, they indicate the presence of strong inequalities among the academic layers. Therefore, the findings reinforce the need to introduce specific AI-literacy programmes and responsible digital education to facilitate fair and responsible usage. Despite the methodological constraints, such as sampling, and the disproportional number of groups, the generalisability of the findings is diluted but still, the study provides useful information to the growing discourse on AI implementation into higher education, at least in the developing regional milieus. Moreover, the study presents practical research implications to institutions of higher education working to come up with evidence-based, inclusionary, and ethically sustainable strategies to implement ChatGPT and other similar technologies in pedagogical and curricular contexts.

COMMUNICATING ISLAMIC VALUES THROUGH MALAY ETHNOPARENTING PRACTICES ON BENGKALIS ISLAND

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

This study examines how Islamic values are communicated through Malay ethnoparenting practices on Bengkalis Island, Riau Province, Indonesia. Malay ethnoparenting is understood as a culturally embedded form of child-rearing shaped by Islam, adat, oral tradition, family relationships, and local wisdom. Using a qualitative interpretive approach, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with twelve purposively selected informants, including parents, elders, Qur’anic teachers, religious figures, customary figures, cultural figures, and community figures. The data were analyzed thematically to identify recurring patterns in parenting practices, religious and moral meanings, and forms of communication. Four interconnected forms of communication were identified: oral-affective, relational, symbolic, and communal. Oral-affective communication involved mendodoi, doa, selawat, advice, petuah, and storytelling; relational communication was expressed through affectionate forms of address, kinship terms, respect for elders, and intergenerational involvement; symbolic communication operated through pantang larang, customary prohibitions, and indirect reminders; while communal communication was reflected in Maghrib Mengaji, Qur’anic learning, shared religious routines, and the involvement of extended family and community actors. The study conceptualizes these patterns as family-based Islamic value communication and contributes to discussions on cultural parenting, Malay local wisdom, and Muslim family communication by illustrating how religious and moral meanings are expressed through ordinary, repeated, and culturally meaningful parenting practices.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND RIGHTS OF VICTIMS IN MALAYSIA

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Domestic violence is a serious social and criminal issue and constitues as human rights violation that profoundly affects the physical, emotional, and social well-being of victims, particularly women and children. In Malaysia, this issue is addressed through a legal framework comprising the Domestic Violence Act 1994 (Act 521), the Penal Code, and other relevant legislations relating to the protection of children and women. This study aims to analyse the legal framework governing domestic violence and the protection of victims’ rights, as well as to evaluate the effectiveness of the protection and legal remedies available to the victims. It also examines victims’ rights from legal and procedural perspectives, including access to protection orders, psychosocial support, trauma recovery, and relevant provisions under the Islamic Family Law Enactment of Pahang 2005. This study adopts a qualitative approach using a doctrinal research design and critical legal analysis. This approach enables the study not only to establish the current legal position but also to evaluate the adequacy, coherence, and effectiveness of the existing legal framework in addressing domestic violence. The study draws on primary and secondary legal sources. Primary sources comprise of statutes, while secondary sources include peer-reviewed journal articles, books, book chapters, academic reports, and scholarly publications. The data collected are analysed using the inductive analytical method. The findings indicate that the Domestic Violence Act 1994 requires further improvement, particularly through an expansion of its protection coverage not only towards the victim but also the Social Welfare Officers who involved in handling domestic violence cases. Furthermore, claims for damages under tort liability may serve as an alternative legal remedy to compensate the victims and maintain their status quo.

Keganasan rumah tangga merupakan isu sosial dan jenayah yang serius serta satu bentuk pelanggaran hak asasi manusia yang memberi kesan mendalam terhadap kesejahteraan fizikal, emosi dan sosial mangsa, khususnya wanita dan kanak-kanak. Di Malaysia, isu ini ditangani melalui kerangka perundangan seperti Akta Keganasan Rumah Tangga 1994 (Akta 521), Kanun Keseksaan, dan undang-undang berkaitan perlindungan kanak-kanak dan wanita. Objektif kajian ini adalah untuk menganalisis kerangka perundangan dan perlindungan hak mangsa keganasan rumah tangga serta menilai keberkesanan mekanisma perlindungan dan pemulihan yang tersedia kepada mangsa. Kajian ini turut meneliti hak-hak mangsa dari sudut perundangan dan prosedur, termasuk akses kepada perintah perlindungan, sokongan psikososial, pemulihan berasaskan trauma dan juga peruntukan di bawah Enakmen Undang-undang Keluarga Islam Pahang 2005. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan reka bentuk doktrinal dan analisis undang-undang secara kritikal. Pendekatan ini membolehkan kajian bukan sahaja menentukan kedudukan undang-undang tetapi turut menilai kecukupan, koheren dan keberkesanan kerangka perundangan sedia ada dalam isu berkaitan keganasan rumah tangga. Kajian ini bergantung kepada sumber perundangan primer dan sekunder. Sumber primer terdiri daripada statut manakala sumber sekunder merangkumi artikel jurnal berwasit, buku, bab dalam buku, laporan akademik dan karya ilmiah. Data-data yang diperolehi dianalisis menggunakan kaedah analisis induktif. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahawa penambahbaikan Akta Keganasan Rumah Tangga 1994 perlu dibuat dengan melihat kepada perluasan skopnya yang tidak tertumpu kepada mangsa sahaja tetapi turut melibatkan perlindungan keselamatan Pegawai Kebajikan Masyarakat yang mengendalikan kes tersebut. Tuntutan ganti rugi di bawah liabiliti Tort boleh menjadi alternatif untuk memulihkan keadaan mangsa kepada sediakala.

A CRITICAL REVIEW OF THE RIGHTS, ACCESSIBILITY, AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK FOR PERSONS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS IN MALAYSIA

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Malaysia possesses a policy framework that reflects a commitment to the principles of equality, inclusivity, and justice. However, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) continue to face various constraints, ranging from physical barriers and the built environment to social and bureaucratic dimensions, which collectively create a state of persistent marginalization. Limitations in accessing knowledge resources, justice services, mainstream education systems, and equal economic opportunities have resulted in PWDs remaining sidelined from the nation's development mainstream. Therefore, the need to re-evaluate the effectiveness of policy implementation, legal instruments, and administrative practices has become a vital agenda in the discourse of national inclusivity. This study aims to analyze knowledge gaps, structural flaws, and institutional constraints that still limit the achievement of rights and the well-being of the visually impaired. This research also proposes that more progressive and sustainable systemic reforms must be established to align with Malaysia's aspiration to build a society that is truly inclusive, responsive, and capable of embracing the diverse needs of all its citizens. To achieve these objectives, a qualitative approach was employed, utilizing document analysis of both primary and secondary data. The document search covered the period from 2015 to 2025 and was conducted through Google Scholar, MyJurnal, Scopus, official Malaysian government portals, the Department of Social Welfare website, and relevant legal databases. The collected data were then analyzed thematically and organized according to the research sub-themes. Thematic analysis involved coding and categorizing relevant documents to identify key themes, recurring patterns, and gaps in policy implementation. The findings indicate that access to education, employment, the legal system, and public infrastructure remains limited and inconsistent. A lack of institutional support, societal stereotypes, weak law enforcement, and the inadequacy of assistive technology have hindered the true potential of PWDs to participate equitably in society. Consequently, a new, holistic, and cross-disciplinary approach guided by empirical methodology is urgently required to build an inclusive society that is genuinely responsive to the needs of PWDs.

Malaysia memiliki rangka dasar yang menzahirkan komitmen terhadap prinsip kesaksamaan, inklusiviti dan keadilan. Namun begitu golongan Orang Kurang Upaya (OKU) terus berhadapan dengan pelbagai bentuk kekangan iaitu daripada halangan fizikal dan persekitaran binaan, hinggalah kepada dimensi sosial dan birokratik, yang secara kolektif mewujudkan keadaan marginalisasi berterusan. Keterbatasan dalam mengakses sumber ilmu pengetahuan, perkhidmatan keadilan, sistem pendidikan arus perdana serta peluang ekonomi yang setara mengakibatkan golongan OKU terus terpinggir daripada arus pembangunan negara. Oleh itu, keperluan untuk menilai semula keberkesanan pelaksanaan dasar, instrumen perundangan, dan amalan pentadbiran menjadi agenda penting dalam wacana inklusiviti nasional amat diperlukan. Kajian ini bertujuan menganalisis jurang pengetahuan, kecacatan struktur, serta kekangan institusi yang masih membataskan pencapaian hak dan kesejahteraan OKU penglihatan. Kajian ini turut mencadangkan reformasi sistemik yang lebih progresif dan lestari perlu diwujudkan agar sejajar dengan aspirasi Malaysia untuk membina sebuah masyarakat yang benar-benar inklusif, responsif dan berkeupayaan merangkum kepelbagaian keperluan setiap warganya. Bagi mencapai objektif tersebut, pendekatan kualitatif, iaitu analisis dokumen terhadap data primer dan sekunder digunakan. Carian dokumen meliputi tempoh 2015 hingga 2025 melalui Google Scholar, MyJurnal, Scopus, portal rasmi kerajaan Malaysia, laman sesawang Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat serta pangkalan data perundangan yang berkaitan. Data yang dikumpulkan kemudiannya dianalisis secara tematik dan disusun mengikut subtema kajian. Analisis tematik melibatkan pengekodan dan pengkategorian dokumen yang berkaitan bagi mengenal pasti tema utama, pola berulang dan jurang pelaksanaan dasar. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahawa akses kepada pendidikan, pekerjaan, sistem perundangan, dan prasarana awam masih terhad dan tidak konsisten. Kekurangan sokongan institusi, stereotaip masyarakat, kelemahan penguatkuasaan undang-undang, serta ketidakcukupan teknologi bantu telah mengekang potensi sebenar golongan OKU untuk berpartisipasi secara saksama dalam masyarakat. Justeru, pendekatan baharu yang holistik, rentas bidang, dan berpandukan metodologi empirikal adalah amat diperlukan bagi membina masyarakat inklusif yang benar-benar responsif terhadap keperluan OKU.

WHEN FAITH MEETS THE FEED: HOW RELIGIOUS SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS SHAPE RELIGIOUS PRACTICES AND IDENTITY AMONG MUSLIM YOUNG ADULTS

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Muslim young adults can now easily acquire religious knowledge from social media influencers, but little is known about how they affect Islamic practices. The role and impact of social media influencers on Muslim young adults in Islamic private higher education institution are investigated in this study. Semi-structured interviews were carried out using an interpretivist methodology and Source Credibility Theory as a guide. Four topics emerged from the thematic analysis: Relatable Religious Practice, Credibility as a Gatekeeper, Selective and Bounded Religious Practice Change, and Accessible Religious Learning and Guidance. According to research, influencers help people learn and practise religion by providing relatable and easily accessible content. However, their effect is filtered by factors such as perceived legitimacy, preexisting religious knowledge, family, and conventional religious authorities. The study highlights the selective, conditional, and context-dependent nature of influencer-mediated religious influence by introducing Bounded Religious Transformation and proposing the Credibility-Gated Religious Influence Framework.

APLIKASI MODEL ADDIE DALAM PEMBINAAN MODUL BAHASA ARAB UNTUK PELAJAR FAST TRACK SPM

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The development of Arabic language modules that align with the needs of Fast Track SPM programme students has become increasingly important in the current educational context, particularly for students from tahfiz and pondok backgrounds who have had limited exposure to the formal Arabic language learning. Therefore, this study aims to identify the types of modules preferred by students, examine the level of need for the development of Arabic language modules and determine the appropriate module content for Fast Track SPM students.This study employed a quantitative approach using a survey research design. The research instrument used was questionnaire which were distributed to 251 Fast Track SPM students from five institutions, namely Akademi Lembah Ilmu, USAS Bridging Centre, Maahad Tahfiz As-Sa’idiyyah, Tahfiz Bestari UNIMEL, and Smart Tahfiz UCYP. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics involving frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation, as well as Pearson correlation analysis. The findings indicate that the majority of students preferred printed book modules (88.0%) compared to the digital modules and QR audio. The level of need for module development was found to be very high (M = 4.566), while the suitability of the module content also recorded a high mean value (M = 4.408). The correlation analysis revealed a significant positive relationship between module content and students’ needs (r = 0.561, p < 0.001). In conclusion, the development of concise, systematic modules that focus on exercises and writing guidance is highly needed by the Fast Track SPM students.

Pembangunan modul bahasa Arab yang bersesuaian dengan keperluan pelajar program Fast Track SPM semakin penting dalam konteks pendidikan semasa, khususnya bagi pelajar daripada latar belakang tahfiz dan pondok yang kurang mendapat pendedahan kepada pembelajaran bahasa Arab secara formal. Oleh itu, kajian ini bertujuan mengenal pasti bentuk modul yang dikehendaki pelajar, menilai tahap keperluan terhadap pembangunan modul bahasa Arab serta menentukan kandungan modul yang sesuai bagi pelajar Fast Track SPM.. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan reka bentuk kajian tinjauan. Instrumen kajian ialah soal selidik yang diedarkan kepada 251 orang pelajar Fast Track SPM daripada lima institusi iaitu Akademi Lembah Ilmu, USAS Bridging Centre, Maahad Tahfiz As-Sa’idiyyah, Tahfiz Bestari UNIMEL dan Smart Tahfiz UCYP. Data dianalisis menggunakan statistik deskriptif melibatkan kekerapan, peratusan, min dan sisihan piawai serta analisis korelasi Pearson. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa majoriti pelajar memilih modul berbentuk buku bercetak (88.0%) berbanding modul digital dan QR audio. Tahap keperluan terhadap pembangunan modul didapati sangat tinggi (M = 4.566), manakala tahap kesesuaian kandungan modul turut mencatatkan nilai min yang tinggi (M = 4.408). Analisis korelasi menunjukkan terdapat hubungan positif yang signifikan antara kandungan modul dengan keperluan pelajar (r = 0.561, p < 0.001). Kesimpulannya, pembangunan modul yang ringkas, sistematik dan berfokus kepada latihan serta panduan penulisan amat diperlukan oleh pelajar Fast Track SPM.