Feelings Of Enjoyment Research Articles

New Zealand ethical consumption driven by universalism and personal achievement; can it also be fun?

ABSTRACT Overconsumption and environmental pollution in New Zealand are leading to the depletion of its resources, threatening its ecosystem. This paper explores New Zealanders’ ethical and sustainable consumption behaviour, and the motivations and values that drive them. Seventy in-depth interviews with a variety of ethical consumers were conducted and analysed using laddering technique to uncover drivers behind ethical consumption habits. Results reflect the complexity and variety inherent in ethical consumption, and its motivations and drivers. Most ethical behaviours are environmentally focused, aimed at pollution reduction and environmental conservation. Ethical behaviours with a social focus are directed at the local or the international community. Social justice, equality and unity of nature (all sub-values of universalism) are revealed as drivers of ethical behaviours, and are complemented by personal achievement (feeling capable) and feelings of enjoyment – consuming ethically can also be ‘fun’. The complexity of the findings highlights the need for customised messaging from policymakers and businesses to increase ethical consumption behaviours in New Zealand.

Faktor Penentu Keberhasilan Manajemen E-learning dan Minat Belajar Mahasiswa

Along with the development of the digital era, the use of e-Learning has become inevitable. Almost all countries in the world, including Indonesia, are implementing e-learning in the world of education. However, to be able to implement e-learning successfully, there are several determining factors for success that must be met. The determining factors for the success of implementing e-learning cannot be separated from how management is carried out by an institution in implementing learning using e-learning. The success of e-learning implementation is also influenced by the level of user satisfaction. The successful implementation of e-learning can also influence students' interest in learning. The aim of this research is to determine the factors determining the success of e-learning implementation and their influence on students' interest in learning. The research method used is quantitative research. The conclusion obtained from the results of this research is that there are 2 factors that determine success in implementing e-learning, management of the content development process and management of the e-learning environment. E-learning environment management has a significant influence on four constructs of student learning interest, namely involvement, interest, acceptance and feelings of enjoyment. And management of the content development process has a significant effect on acceptance and feelings of enjoyment. So the research results show that E-Learning Environment management has a significant effect on interest in learning, while Content Development Process management for buying gas only has a significant effect on aspects of acceptance and feelings of pleasure.

The role of maternal and child healthcare providers in identifying and supporting perinatal mental health disorders.

Perinatal depression (PND) is underdiagnosed in the clinical setting. This study explores the role of obstetricians, and other primary care providers of maternal and child healthcare in detecting, screening, and referring women during the perinatal period identified as depressed, anxious, or exhibiting other symptoms of mental health disorders. Information was gathered from obstetricians (n = 16), and other primary care providers (pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants) (n = 85), on identifying and supporting childbearing women with symptoms of perinatal depression using an online survey. Statistical comparisons across participant groups were adjusted for years of practice in the profession. Statistically significant differences were noted. Obstetricians inquired more about the mother's social support network (p = .011) and addressed mothers that appeared sad, upset, or unhappy (p = .044) compared to other primary care providers. Other primary care providers were more likely to refer patients to mental health support services (p = .005), provide PND-related information in their waiting rooms (p = .008), and use the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) (p = .027). There was also a significant difference in positively identifying eight symptoms of PND between provider groups. Obstetricians had higher rates of identifying the following symptoms: excessive crying (p < .001), feeling little or no attachment to the infant (p < .001), little feeling of enjoyment (p = .021), feelings of failure (p < .001), hopelessness (p < .001), agitation with self and infant (p < .001), fear of being alone with the infant (p = .011), and fear that these symptoms would last (p < .001). Although certain screening practices were performed well, especially by the obstetrician group, screening deficits were noted within each group, and screening practices differed between groups. Training offered to maternal child health primary care providers on addressing perinatal mental health disorders may help improve provider screening practices and detection of PND symptoms in perinatal women. PND screening that combines face-to-face open-ended interviews with standardized screening tools can enhance patient-provider communication, potentially improving PND detection rates and follow-up care in perinatal women.

Persepsi Dan Minat Mahasiswa Fakultas Pertanian Universitas Sam Ratulangi Terhadap Profesi Petani

This research aims to analyze the perception and interest of Agriculture Faculty students at Sam Ratulangi Universit toward the farming profession. Perception is assessedb based on income and work comfort, while interest is measured by feelings of enjoyment and desire. The research was conducted from April 2024 to Juni 2024. The data used includes both primary and secondary data. Primary data was directly obtained from respondents through surveys using prepared questionnaires, while secondary data was gathered from other relevant information related to this study. The research shows a positive perception and high interest from the Agriculture faculty students at Sam Ratulangi University towards the farming profession with a total perception score of 2.971 (87,80%) and a total interest score of 2.821 (83,36%). The relationship between perception and interest variables indicates a moderate and positive correlation with a value of 0,439, suggesting that a positive perception does not always result in a high level of interest.

Minat Belajar Siswa Terhadap Mata Pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Kristen (Studi Kasus di SMA Negeri 14 Ambon)

The research carried out aims to determine the learning interest of class XI IPS students at SMA Negeri 14 Ambon, as well as various factors that influence students' learning interest. Data collection was carried out using observation, questionnaire and interview techniques. The data analysis technique was carried out using two research methods, namely the qualitative data analysis method which used data reduction, data presentation and conclusions, while the quantitative data analysis method used the questionnaire distribution technique. The level of student interest in learning PAK can be seen in four learning indicators, namely feelings of enjoyment towards PAK subjects, interest in PAK subjects, students' enthusiasm for participating in PAK learning, and students' attention to the teacher. Meanwhile, the factors that cause students' interest in learning to be low can be seen in the interview results which are divided into two, namely internal factors (within the student) and external factors (from outside the student). Based on this research, the author concludes that students' interest in learning in class XI IPS still needs to be improved. Factors that hinder learning need to be considered, not only an educator who plays a role in increasing students' interest in learning but also assisted by parents and the environment where children learn so that children are motivated to increase their interest in learning.

Penerapan Permainan Tradisonal Engklek Untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Pramatematika Dan Kemampuan Kemandirian Anak Di TK Negeri Bung Karno Surabaya

This research aims to describe the effectiveness of the implementation of the traditional game "Engklek" in improving pre-mathematics abilities and independence abilities in early childhood at the Bung Karno Surabaya State Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 academic year. This type of research is qualitative descriptive research involving teachers at the Bung Karno State Kindergarten in Surabaya. Data collection was carried out through interview and documentation techniques, then the resulting data was analyzed qualitatively using steps, reduction, display and data verification. The findings from this research show that learning activities at the Bung Karno Surabaya State Kindergarten, through the use of the "Traditional Engklek Game" in order to improve pre-mathematics abilities and independent abilities, can be achieved optimally, so that teaching and learning activities can be carried out by children with a feeling of enjoyment. , without coercion, makes learning more effective. This is shown by the increase in the number of children who are able to count and carry out operations of adding numbers with objects from 1 to 20 independently without guidance from the teacher.

Togetherness in musical interaction

Playing music as part of a group is challenging, but also rewarding. What factors come together to maximize rewarding group playing experiences? How do feelings of enjoyment, frustration, and social (dis)connection shape group performance as it unfolds? This paper addresses these questions with a discussion of the conditions and processes that underlie rewarding experiences in musical interaction. The concept of musical togetherness is introduced, and defined as the feelings of social connection and pleasure that result from being and acting as part of a group during musical interaction. It is argued that three conditions must be fulfilled for togetherness experiences to occur. First, participants in an interactive setting must be aware of one another as intentional co-performers capable of exchanging expressive ideas. Second, interaction must unfold reliably in real-time, allowing for a mutual perception of liveness. Third, participants must adapt and build off of one another in a way that allows for mutual perception of responsivity. Whether these conditions are met is codetermined by the constraints of the environment in which the interaction takes place and the skills and communication techniques that interaction participants are able to deploy. Togetherness experiences are further supported by alignment between group members in body rhythms and a sense of we-agency, or the feeling of shared contribution to the collective musical output. The social and emotional rewards that are associated with musical togetherness are strengthened through a shared positive emotional response to successful interaction. Musical togetherness is hypothesized to contribute to shaping group performance in real-time by motivating group members to interact in ways that lead them to feel more together. This framework provides structure for a construct that has been used casually in the music psychology literature, has implications for how the performance behaviour of ensemble musicians is understood.

Learning growth and development of living things topic: An analysis of students’ interest at a private middle school in Labuhanbatu district

Students’ engagement and curiosity in learning Biology is suboptimal, hence innovative teaching methods are required to cultivate their interest and enhance their understanding of the subject matter. The research aims to identify differences in students’ interest in learning Biology across grades VII, VIII, and IX, based on gender and other indicators. The study analyzes the variations in students’ interest in the growth and development of living creatures at Bulu Tolang Adventist Private Middle School, Labuhanbatu Regency. The research population comprises all students at the school, with a research sample of 64 students using total sampling techniques. The study employed a quantitative descriptive research method and used a questionnaire of 20 statements calculated using a Likert scale. The data analysis involved descriptive description of the average percentage of students’ interest in learning. The research results revealed that: (1) Grade VII students’ interest in learning was categorized as high (65.62%), Grade VIII high (62.69%) and Grade IX medium (51.60%); (2) Students’ interest in learning based on gender showed that males were in the medium category (54.28%) in paying attention to lessons, while females were higher (65.23%); and (3) Student interest in learning based on indicators, namely feelings of enjoyment in participating in learning amounting to (59.68%), attention (58.99%), interest (57.43%), and student involvement (60.11%). The study concludes that Grade VIII students exhibit higher interest in learning Biology than their Grade VII and IX counterparts. Based on gender, female students demonstrate greater interest in learning than male students. The study also indicates that students’ feelings of joy, attention, interest, and involvement are in the medium category. Factors that influence the level of student learning include the family environment, motivation, and interest in learning. Innovative teaching methods can help support students’ higher interest in learning, including interest and feelings of enjoyment in learning.

Gamification on Netboard: The Students’ Perceptions of its Practice in ESP Classroom

Gamification is a learning approach that uses element from games to motivate students in the learning process and enhance feelings of enjoyment and engagement with the learning process This research aimed to investigate the students’ perception toward gamification as applied in English Language Education. This research was conducted at a private university in Riau, and the sample was 47 students of the sixth semester. This research used descriptive-quantitative approach, and the instrument is questionnaire. The questionnaire consists of 35 questions, divided into 7 indicators. The results of this study were processed quantitatively using the Likert scale formula. The result of this research indicates that students were dominant agreed with the 35 statements of 7 indicators about gamification. The research found that the 1st indicator agreed with index 68.65%, the 2nd indicator agreed with index 71.47%, the 3rd indicator agreed with index 68.65%, the 4th indicator agreed with index 67.16%, the 5th indicator agreed with index 71.1%, the 6th indicator agreed with index 71.7%, and 7th indicator agreed with index 70.8%. Therefore, gamification is a platform that suitable for teachers and students in the learning process, especially in learning English for specific purposes.

The experiences of people living with dementia and their care partners participating in an online therapeutic songwriting program.

Despite the impact of dementia on close care relationships, accessible therapeutic services for people living with dementia and their care partners remain scarce. Further, there is an increasing demand for online services, highlighting the need for ongoing telehealth research. This study aimed to explore the experiences of people living with dementia and their informal and formal care partners following participation in a 10-week online therapeutic songwriting program. The songwriting program included four duo and six group sessions facilitated by a music therapist. Post-program semi-structured interviews were analysed using thematic analysis. Nine people with dementia and six care partners (nine duos) participated in the program. Five duos were in spousal relationships and four people with dementia participated with a formal care partner. Participants attended an average of four duo sessions and three group sessions. Six people with dementia and five care partners participated in post-program interviews. Four themes were developed: (1) No one else does this; (2) It's all about us as people; (3) After the sessions we'd come out buzzing; and (4) The journey was as important as the product. Participants highlighted songwriting as a unique opportunity to connect with music, experience welcomed challenges, and spend 'real time' together. The program drew on participants' lived experience and promoted connection with others, resulting in feelings of enjoyment, enhanced mood, and achievement. Participants valued both the songwriting process and song product, emphasising the importance of sensitive and skilful facilitation. Our findings suggest that these distinct benefits were not available through other support services. Further, online songwriting is a viable option for people living with dementia and their care partners where in-person sessions are not available or accessible.

Study on prevalence of cigarette smoking among a sample of students of technical institute of Babylon

Objective: To determine the prevalence of smoking among students, and to identify the reasons for smoking.Method: The cross-sectional, descriptive and analytical study was conducted from April 1 to May 9, 2019, at theTechnical Institute, Al-Furat University, Babylon, Iraq, and comprised students of either gender who were selectedrandomly. Data was collected through structured interviews using a questionnaire. Data was analysed using SPSS 24.Results: Of the 147 subjects, 115(78.2%) were males and 32(21.8%) females. The largest age group was 19-28 years125(85%), and 115(78.2%) hailed from rural areas. There were 78(53%) smokers; 73(63.5%) from among males and5(15.6%) from among females. The most cited reason for smoking was feeling of enjoyment 40%. Smoking wassignificantly associated with age, gender as well as level and type of education (p&lt;0.05). The association of friendsand family with the smoking habit was significant (p&lt;0.05). Among the smokers, 72(92.3%) were aware of the harmfuleffects of the habit (p&lt;0.05).Conclusion: Cigarette smoking was found to be widespread among the students.Keywords: Smoking, Family, Tobacco, Habits, Masculinity, Students, Smokers.

The Feeling of Pleasure for Overweight Children during Different Types of Physical Activity.

The feeling of pleasure during physical education (PE) could increase with physical activity participation and adherence for overweight children. While traditional games are known to have positive benefits on motor skill development, especially for children with poorer motor skills, and on the body mass of children, little is known about overweight children's feelings of enjoyment when playing these games. To identify a program of physical activity appreciated by overweight children, we tested the effect of different activities, namely soccer (SO), shot put (SP), and traditional motor games (TMGs), on the feelings of pleasure for 28 overweight male children (aged 12.11 ± 0.63 years, BMI 26.89 ± 0.15 kg·m-2) participating in a 3-month cross-over study. To measure affective responses to exercises, we applied a validated feeling scale. The data were collected during eight PE lessons, which were organized for each cycle taught. Post hoc pairwise comparisons revealed a significant difference (Z = -3.195, p < 0.01) between the mean feeling score reported after the SO cycle (2.48 ± 0.41) and that after the TMGs (3.04 ± 0.32). A similar significant difference (Z = -3.304, p < 0.01) was found between the mean feeling scores reported after the SP cycle (2.27 ± 0.32) and the TMGs (3.04 ± 0.32). There was no significant difference between the mean feeling scores reported after the SO (2.48 ± 0.41) and SP cycles (2.27 ± 0.32). In conclusion, the findings of the present study suggest that TMGs may have beneficial effects on the feelings of pleasure for overweight children. Therefore, TMGs might potentially be considered as an alternative to conventional physical activities.

Player Enjoyment in Video Games: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Effects of Game Design Choices

Enjoyment is a widely assessed dimension of the video game player’s experience. A systematic literature review and a meta-analysis were conducted to provide a more comprehensive view of the elements of game design that affect the feeling of enjoyment, as well as its assessment techniques. The review showed that the studies covered major aspects of game design, such as in-game contents, input/output information, and, to a lesser extent, multiplayer aspects. The meta-analysis showed that only the presence of music in the game had a significant effect on enjoyment. Other factors, including more studied factors such as game difficulty and control mode, did not show significant effects. Implications for future research are discussed, such as further investigation of the effects of both player and game characteristics diversity on enjoyment in isolation and in interaction with game design factors, systematic use of standardized scales to measure enjoyment, and use of multidimensional scales or physiological measures.

Attitudinal Factors Associated with the Use of Bicycles and Electric Scooters

The use of personal mobility vehicles (PMVs) has increased, given the consumption characteristics of the population as well as the impact on the environment that other means of transport generate. In this work, the attitudinal factors associated with the use of PMVs are identified, making use of the theory of planned behaviour and a modified technological acceptance model. For the collection of information, a sample of 457 individuals was used. For the analysis of this information, a structural equation model was generated through SmartPLS 4. The results reveal that of the attitudinal factors associated with the use of these vehicles, green attitudes, perceived green value and loyalty stand out, with the latter being one of the latent predictive variables of the model, which is why feelings of enjoyment, usefulness generated and a perception of caring for the environment by PMV users have a greater influence on their loyalty to this type of green technology.

The Relationship of Social Support and Psychological Capital with Empowerment of Female Heads of Households: The Mediating Role of Cognitive Emotion Regulation

Background: Female heads of households (FHHs) experience more anxiety and stress which result in many mood swings that can affect their belief in their capabilities and decrease the feeling of enjoyment of life. Objective: The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between social support and psychological capital with the empowerment of female heads of households through the mediating role of cognitive emotion regulation. Materials &amp; Methods: The current descriptive cross-sectional study was performed on all female heads of households referring to Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation and the Welfare Department of Yasuj city, of whom, 250 were selected as the sample using convenience sampling method. The psychological empowerment instrument, the psychological capital questionnaire, the multidimensional scale of perceived social support, and the cognitive emotion regulation Questionnaire (short form) were used to collect data. Data were then analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficient and path analysis in SPSS and AMOS 25. Results: The results showed that there was a positive correlation between empowerment and social support (r=0.29), psychological capital (r=0.44), and adaptive emotion regulation (r=0.36). Moreover, there was a negative correlation between empowerment and maladaptive emotion regulation (r=-0.35). The results showed that the indirect correlation of social support and psychological capital with the empowerment of the FHHs was significant through the mediating role of cognitive emotion regulation (P&lt;0.001). Conclusions: The proposed model had a good fit. Empowering FHHs and improving their social support and psychological capital will enable them to deal with stress resulting from daily problems.

Child-friendly school in improving children’s confident character

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a child-friendly school (CFS) in improving children's self-esteem. In addition, it also describes the implementation of child-friendly schools in learning activities, facilities and infrastructure The study applied descriptive qualitative approach. The informants were the principal, teacher, and students aged 4-5 at Pembina Srengat State Kindergarten. The researcher gathered data through interviews, documentation, and observation. The result of this study suggest that CFS adoption has a considerable impact on boosting self-confidence. Children can express their emotions during play and learning activities, share their thoughts, and carry out the many duties assigned by the teacher. Although the teacher occasionally gives the students additional direction due to the children's frequently clashing personalities in early childhood, the character of self-confidence has been accomplished. It follows that creative and engaging teachers can influence students' feelings of enjoyment while studying, thereby continually developing a self-assured character.

Enjoyment in the Foreign Language Teaching Environment: Saudi Teachers’ Perspectives

Introduction. Positive emotions are crucial for facilitating the learning process in foreign language (FL) classes. It has been well established that the emotion of enjoyment highly influences students and teachers in language learning environments and plays a key role in motivation. Goals. The first objective of this study was to investigate the foreign language enjoyment (FLE) levels of FL teachers in Saudi Arabia. The second objective was to investigate the level of enjoyment felt by these teachers when they were FL students. Third, gender differences with regard to the level of enjoyment were studied. Finally, the sources of enjoyment were explored. Thirty-six teachers from different educational institutions in Saudi Arabia were surveyed. Results. The results demonstrated that the participants experienced high levels of enjoyment when teaching FL classes; however, their enjoyment levels were significantly higher when they were FL students. A positive atmosphere at the workplace, students’ excitement about language learning, and the joy of passing knowledge to others served as sources of enjoyment among the FL teachers. In terms of their experiences as FL students, FLE stemmed from their own FL teachers’ attitudes as well as the process of learning a language applicable to real daily life. Gender was found to be only a mediator, not a predictor, of participants’ enjoyment as there were no statistically significant differences between male and female teachers. Conclusions. Thus, the following conclusions can be drawn based on the study. First, teachers must promote positive classroom environments by perfecting their general attitudes as much as possible to enhance the feeling of enjoyment among learners. This, in turn, will make the FL learning journey effortless and help students reach their learning goals and objectives. Furthermore, in pre-course sessions, a brief introduction that clarifies the importance of English as a foreign language is highly recommended. This will help students recognise the possible outcomes of their learning and enable them to enjoy their experiences of learning EFL. Second, institutions – i.e. schools and universities – that offer opportunities to teach EFL should provide positive working environments for their FL teachers. Institutions must also draw teachers’ attention to their role as vital knowledge resources for their students.

INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE OF STUDENTS FROM DIFFERENT CULTURES IN EFL CLASSROOM INTERACTION IN HIGHER INSTITUTION

The authors address the study on intercultural communicative competence (ICC) of EFL students from different culture at higher education in the classroom setting. ICC is the most interesting and important topic in every meeting among people from different ethnic groups. López-Rocha (2016) mentions that intercultural communicative competence (ICC) needs to be incorporated in the language curriculum if educators hope to help students develop an appreciation for the language and culture studied, an awareness of their own culture, and the development of skills that will allow them to be competent, adaptable, and communicators. This present study therefore aims at exploring students’ perceptions on the practice of intercultural communication competence in EFL classroom at English Department, Faculty of Languages and Literature State University of Makassar, Indonesia in 2019/2020 academic year. A questionnaire was distributed and responded by fifty four undergraduate students. The data obtained from respondents were analyzed using descriptive statistics illustrating mean, standard deviation (SD), sum, and percentage of students’ perceptions on the questionnaire dealing with ICC practices in EFL classroom. The findings reveal that the students enjoy interacting with other students from different cultures. Other evidences from the study are: 1) they find it easy to talk to students from different cultures, 2) they like to be with students from different cultures, 3) they are open-minded to students from different cultures, 4) they respect the ways students from different cultures behave, 5) They try to get as much information as they can when interacting with students from different cultures, 6) they never think their culture is better than other cultures, 7) they often give positive responses to students from other cultures when maintaining interaction, and 8) they have a feeling of enjoyment towards diversity in their classroom interaction. The implication of the study is that the inclusion of ICC in the curriculum at higher education is a must.

“I Am Actually Growing My Art”: Building an Expressive Terrarium as an Intervention Tool in Arts Therapy

ABSTRACT The Expressive Terrarium is a new intervention tool in the field of ecological arts therapy. The terrarium is a glass bowl containing plants and other objects from nature, art materials, as well as miniature and found objects. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected from a sample of students and administrative staff from the same college to better understand the experiential process for future use as a clinical intervention tool. The findings showed that both groups had high positive attitudes toward the terrarium experience. The qualitative data showed that the participants experienced feelings of enjoyment and a sense of calm while engaged in building and tending their terrariums. The terrarium was perceived as enabling self-expression and as a symbolic-narrative-oriented personal space. Thus, this preliminary mixed-method study suggests that the Expressive Terrarium could be implemented in individual and group therapy or as a community-based intervention in schools and academia.

Playing coding games to learn computational thinking: What motivates students to use this tool at home?

Coding games are widely used to teach computational thinking (CT). Studies have broadly investigated the role of coding games in supporting CT learning in formal classroom contexts, but there has been limited exploration of their use in informal home-based settings. This study investigated the factors that motivated students to use a coding game called Coding Galaxy in a home-based setting. It explored the connections between the students’ perceptions of and usage of the tool. An 11-day intervention was conducted at a primary school in Hong Kong with 104 participants. The students’ perceptions of the game were collected via questionnaires and information on their use of the tool was extracted from log files. Results indicated that coding motivation and feeling of enjoyment were predictors of the actual use of the game, with coding motivation the dominant factor. Focus group interviews were also conducted to further explore the students’ motivation to play the game. Through comparisons of active and inactive users, the qualitative findings supported the quantitative results, indicating that students who were more intrinsically motivated tended to be more active in using the game. The implications of the study for researchers and practitioners in CT education are discussed.