Islamic University Students Research Articles

The prevalence of cyberchondria and the impact of skepticism on medical decisions among Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University students, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

ABSTRACT The internet significantly impacts the occurrence and prevalence of cyberchondria because it provides easy access to a large amount of health data that can describe any medical condition in detail. Cyberchondria develops due to exposure to the vast and easily accessible online health information that causes health worries. Objectives: To assess the prevalence of cyberchondria among Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU) students and determine the impact of patient skepticism on medical decisions. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among IMSIU students. A questionnaire was distributed to participants via Google Forms. Data were collected and analyzed by using SPSS. Results: This study involved 798 respondents. Female participants represented 51.1%. Most of the participants were between 21 and 23 years old. More than one-third of students studied in the College of Medicine (36%). Almost 20% of students panicked about their condition when they read online. Excessiveness was the most severely affected construct (63.7%), followed by the reassurance subscale (46.4%). Compulsion was the least affected construct, while distress was moderately affected. Divorced and married students showed significantly higher cyberchondria severity scores than single respondents (P value = 0.020). Conclusion: Our findings suggested that IMSIU students had a relatively high prevalence of cyberchondria. More efforts are required to raise public awareness of appropriate internet usage for health-related information.

MERAJUT UKHUWAH DALAM KEGIATAN MUHARRAM DI MASJID AT-THIIN DESA LUBUK SAHUNG KECAMATAN SUKARAJA KABUPATEN SELUMA

This project is one of the programs of the Real Work Lecture of Islamic University Students. Fatmawati Sukarno State University (UINFAS) Bengkulu Group 97 in Lubuk Sahung Village. The program. This program is designed to commemorate Islamic holidays, besides that this program is also expected to increase the religious value of the community in Lubuk Sahung Village. Religious values to the community in Lubuk Sahung Village, and also strengthen the relationship between the community. Among the community. Methods methods used included an initial survey to identify how the culture and habits of the community in Lubuk Sahung village, the preparation of an activity plan, and the participation of the local community. participation of the local community. The expected result is the creation of close friendship that is able to increase the value of togetherness and also community's awareness of the Islamic New Year's holiday, which coincides on the 1st of Muharram.

Development of United Kingdom Teaching Materials Containing Local Wisdom for Islamic University Students

This research aims to develop United Kingdom language teaching materials integrating local wisdom for Islamic higher education students. Local wisdom encompasses cultural values and knowledge internalized by students daily, hoping to increase their relevance and involvement in the learning process. The method used in this study is the Jolly and Bolitho development model, which involves the stages of needs analysis, planning, development, and evaluation of teaching materials. The results of this research are United Kingdom teaching materials specifically designed to meet the needs of students at Islamic universities, focusing on texts and content rooted in local wisdom. The development process faced several obstacles, including difficulties obtaining local knowledge-based texts, adjusting content to suit student needs, designing flexible learning plans, and time constraints. Experts validate and apply the teaching materials developed. The conclusion shows that integrating local wisdom in United Kingdom teaching materials makes learning more relevant and interesting for students and contributes to the preservation of local culture. Using culture-based learning resources allows students to learn language and cultural concepts in an integrated manner, which can ultimately increase their understanding and appreciation of local values in a global context.

Optimalisasi Mahasiswa KKN Berbasis Masjid Di Desa Lubuk Gilang Kecamatan Air Periukan Kabupaten Seluma

Real Work Lecture (KKN) activities for Fatmawati Soekarno Bengkulu State Islamic University (UIFAS) students are a forum for students to carry out community service activities. The aim of this service activity is to serve the community through real and beneficial activities for the community. This activity was carried out in Lubuk Gilang Village, Air Periukan sub-district, Seluma Regency. The community service carried out by the 148 UINFAS Bengkulu group is mosque-based. Mosque-based community service is one form of effort to strengthen the role of mosques as centers of religious activities as well as centers of social empowerment. This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of various community service programs implemented in mosques, such as teaching the Koran, Blessing Friday, Clean Friday, cleaning graves, commemorating 1 Muharram, banana resilience programs and activities to become teaching staff in schools. The methodology used in this research is a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. The research results show that these programs have a positive impact on the surrounding community, both in increasing religious knowledge, building social awareness, and maintaining a clean environment.

EXPLORING PEER COUNSELORS’ MULTICULTURAL UNDERSTANDING: ASSESSING THE URGENCY OF MULTICULTURAL COUNSELING IN ISLAMIC UNIVERSITIES

Effective peer counseling needs to have good cultural competence to ensure effective communication with the counselee. Cultural competence is increasingly important in higher education institutions as campuses are places where students from diverse backgrounds gather. Unfortunately, research exploring the perspectives of peer counselors in Islamic universities still needs further exploration. This study aims to bridge this gap by exploring the perspectives of prospective peer counselors regarding their multicultural understanding. Using a cross-sectional survey design, this research explores the perspectives of thirty-four prospective peer counselors in an Islamic university in Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan. The instrument used is a cultural awareness questionnaire developed based on multicultural awareness theory and cognitive stage development theory. The results indicate that the level of multicultural awareness among Islamic university students still needs improvement, as participants expressed agreement with 82% of items related to duality, indicating that they have a limited view of other cultures and their perspectives on other cultures are still influenced by the perspectives of others. This study then offers several implications to enhance their multicultural awareness to prepare them to become competent peer counselors.

State Islamic University Students’ Perceptions of IsraelAffiliated Products: A Study After the Fatwa of Indonesian Ulema Council No. 83 of 2023 Concerning the Law on Support for the Palestinian Struggle

This study aims to describe the perceptions of State Islamic University (UIN) students in Indonesia regarding products affiliated with Israel after the issuance of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) fatwa Number 83 of 2023 regarding support for the Palestinian struggle. This research employed qualitative research methods. The primary data of this study were collected through interviews while the secondary data were obtained from scientific articles, books, and so on. The data collection techniques used in this study were observations, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis techniques included data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. This study found that the overall perception of UIN students towards Israel-affiliated products was the result of a complex interaction between religious values, humanitarian values, solidarity with Palestine, media information, economic considerations, and political awareness. These factors become reinforcements to their agreement and support for MUI’s steps in supporting Palestine. MUI stipulated Fatwa Number 83 of 2023 concerning the Law of Support for the Palestinian Struggle. One of the substances was a call to boycott products that are clearly affiliated with Israel. This boycott has implications for the company’s reduced financial income due to a decrease in product sales turnover. This can paralyze the performance and operations of the company and as a consequence, their assistance to Israel in carrying out attacks on Palestine will be stopped.

FESTIVAL ISLAMIC GOOD CHILD SEBAGAI SARANA PENANAMAN NILAI RELIGIUS

Festival Islamic good child is a single work program coordinated by one of the students of Islamic University 45 Bekasi held in the village of Sirnajati. The purpose of organizing the Festival Islamic Good Child program is to enhance the enthusiasm for seeking knowledge about Islam, and cultivate interest and ability in the field of religion, and foster self-confidence in the children of Sirnajati Village. In the implementation of the Festival Islamic Good Child, there are 3 competition classes: adhan rivalry, short surah retention rivalry, and calligraphy shading. The technique of conducting training is by examining the needs of early childhood, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and following up on the training that has been conducted. The consequence of this Festival Islamic Good Child program is that the children of the Madrasah Diniyah Takmiliyah Awaliyah (MDTA) Jamiatul Khoir in Sirnajati Village will be more enthusiastic in learning and practicing the teachings of Islam, and then the children of Sirnajati Village will also be more courageous in demonstrating their abilities and their self-confidence will increase after participating in the Festival Islamic Good Child program. This is evidenced by several youths from Sirnajati Village who initially did not want to perform the adhan, but after the Festival Islamic Good Child was held, they became fearless to perform the adhan.

Atopy and allergic diseases among college students at a Saudi Public University.

Despite its significant prevalence worldwide, atopy and allergic diseases continue to need more studies, with a need for published articles describing the prevalence of atopy and allergic diseases in Saudi society. The study aimed to determine the prevalence of atopic dermatitis diseases among college students at Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University. The Cross-sectional study was conducted in Saudi Arabia among college students at Imam Mohammed bin Saud Islamic University in Riyadh based on self-report Asthma and Allergies questionnaires (ISSAC questionnaire, atopic dermatitis part). Seven hundred ninety-seven (797) students from 11 colleges participated in the study. About half (47.6%) aged between 21 and 24, and 73.7% were females. More than one-third (34.8%) had atopic dermatitis during the last six months, while 30.7% of the participants reported having itchy rash in the past 12 months, and 33.8% were diagnosed with eczema in any life interval. Age is not one of the significant factors affecting the prevalence of atopic dermatitis. However, the prevalence of atopic dermatitis slightly increases with age (P = 0.062). Atopic dermatitis was significantly higher among female students (39.7%) than 21.0% among male students (P = 0.000). College level nor GPA had no significant impact on the prevalence of atopic dermatitis (P = 0.238 and 0.884, respectively). Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University students have a high prevalence of atopic dermatitis, which may indicate a higher prevalence of allergens. Females and older participants were more liable to reported atopic dermatitis.

Şu’ūbatu al-Kitābah al-Akādīmiyah Ladā Țulāb al-Lugah al-‘Arabiyah

This small survey examined the challenges of academic writing for Arabic language teaching students, Department of Arabic Language Teaching at Curup State Islamic University. This questionnaire aims to answer two questions: What academic writing difficulties do Arabic Language Education (PBA) students face, and what factors can cause these difficulties?. The subjects of this study were 20 Curup State Islamic University students in the program of Arabic Education. Two questionnaires were used to collect data for this study. Questionnaire 1 contains closed questions. Two people were asked to fill out similar questionnaires to support the quantitative data collected from the first questionnaire, most of which contained open-ended questions. The results showed that subjects tend to have similar difficulties in academic writing regardless of their previous educational context. The most common difficulties are related to the use of language and coherence. Other difficulties with writing are associated with own results and finding relevant topics and sources, including references and quotes. Another conclusion that can be drawn is that various factors can contribute to these difficulties. The main factors are lack of experience and prior knowledge of academic writing conventions and poor academic writing learning process for students.

Status of Life Satisfaction of Islamic University Students at Kushtia, Bangladesh

Students' university life is considered a stressful period due to the different difficulties they encounter, such as academic pressure, parental pressure, career uncertainties, and adjusting to a new environment. Life satisfaction is considered one of the basic elements of a student’s mental well-being. Therefore, the present study was conducted to assess the status of Islamic University student’s life satisfaction along with its associated factors. This quantitative study surveyed 325 students at the Islamic University in Kushtia, Bangladesh during June and July 2023, using face-to-face surveys with a convenience sampling method. All data were collected using a questionnaire that included the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). The sample included 202 males (62.2%) and 123 females (37.8%), with an average age of 23.26 years (SD = 1.97), mostly residing in university dormitories (60%). The data were examined using descriptive statistics, t-tests by SPSS version 26, and Microsoft Excel version 19. The present study inspected several factors affecting life satisfaction among 325 participants. Using descriptive and inferential statistics, found substantial relations between life satisfaction and factors such as current residence (t = -3.27, p = 0.001), educational level (t = -2.07, p = 0.040), faculty choice (t = 3.24, p = 0.001), pressure to study (t = -3.94, p < 0.001), guardians’ pressure (t = -3.92, p < 0.001), part-time jobs (t = -3.58, p < 0.001), stress (t = -2.44, p = 0.01), and mental health status (t = 4.68, p < 0.001). These results highlight the complex interplay of factors shaping students' life satisfaction. This study reveals that living arrangements, academic levels, external pressures, and mental health remarkably affect the life satisfaction of Islamic University students. It stresses the need for tailored interventions to enhance student life satisfaction in Bangladesh.

Religious moderation of Islamic university students in Indonesia: Reception of religious texts

Religious moderation of Islamic university students in Indonesia: Reception of religious texts

The Influence of Gender and Education on Awareness About Sexually Transmitted Diseases Among King Saud University and Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud Islamic University Students in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a global issue facing the world. In a conservative community like Saudi Arabia, discussing such matters is considered taboo, and this might impact the awareness of STDs. Therefore, this study aims to determine if gender, level of education, and university affiliation influence the level of awareness of STDs. This research is a cross-sectional study that involves 389 students who are studying at King Saud University (KSU)and Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMAMU). Twenty-six questions were gathered from a previous study and implemented into the questionnaire and were validated after. Overall, awareness about STDs was poor. Females scored higher than male participants (7.9 ± 3.3 vs. 7.1 ± 3.2, p < 0.017) respectively. Interestingly, undergraduates scored higher than postgraduates (4.7 ± 3.7 vs. 3.7 ± 3.3, p < 0.029). For the university, KSUstudents scored higher than their counterparts did at IMAMU (10.4 ± 5.7 vs. 8.9 ± 5.5, p < 0.01). Female participants have shown a higher level of STD awareness than males, but the overall awareness is still extremely low. However, KSU scored higher than IMAMU As a result, appropriate education and promotion efforts about STDs must be implemented based on gender and education level.

EFL STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS THE USE OF SHADOWING TECHNIQUE ON THE IMPROVEMENT OF LISTENING COMPREHENSION

The study’s focus on EFL students’ perceptions of shadowing technique for improving listening comprehension is valuable. This study aimed at exploring EFL students’ perceptions towards the use of shadowing technique on the improvement of listening comprehension in EFL context. This study addresses research questions regarding perceived effectiveness of shadowing; The participants were 36 Islamic university students of Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al Banjari of the first year who were asked to complete a written questionnaire containing 5 items at the end of the study period. The study employs descriptive approaches, to analyze the results and findings. The results indicate that the majority of participants perceive shadowing as effective for improving listening comprehension. However, individual differences were found in how they favor the shadowing speed in relation to their comprehension of the content.

Pesantrenpreneurship: Strategy for Economic Empowerment of Ma'had Islamic University Students in Indonesia

Researchers believe that the Pesantreprenuer concept which has been successfully implemented in Islamic boarding schools, especially the Sidogiri Islamic Boarding School, can also be applied in Ma'had in order to improve the economy of Ma'had which can also increase the empowerment of students living in Ma'had. This research is qualitative research with a descriptive approach, namely regarding the concept of Pesantrenprenuership which is applied at the Islamic University of Ma'had to increase the economic empowerment of students living in Ma'had. The data in this research uses secondary data originating from websites, scientific articles, books and other credible references. The result in this article show 1. Ma'had aims to guarantee quality so that students/college students who live at Ma'had can improve their theoretical and practical skills so that they can talk a lot when they go out to the community, 2. Ma'had and Islamic boarding schools have similarities like twins, especially regarding the characteristics of the students/mahasantri who stay together, the learning curriculum, and learning objectives/quality assurance. 3. The Islamic boarding school concept applied in Islamic boarding schools aims to create independent financing for Islamic boarding schools, improve students' skills, and increase students' economic empowerment. 4. The concept of Islamic boarding school is easier to apply in Ma'had because of emotional maturity, intellectual maturity and level of creativity. So that the economic empowerment of mahasantri is easier to achieve in ma'had.

WhatsApp for English Language Learning of University Students

Teachers must be conscious of adapting educational philosophies and practices to new generations of learners. One of the social media used is WhatsApp. WhatsApp is currently often used for English learning by students. This research aims to analyze the effectiveness of WhatsApp as an English learning medium for students. The data source for finding social problems in this research uses a qualitative approach using a descriptive design. The subjects of this research were 67 State Islamic University students from several faculties, with an age range of 18 to 25 years. Data collection in this research used questionnaires and interviews. The results of these two methods will be integrated holistically to present a comprehensive and in-depth picture of the phenomenon being studied. The results of this research were that 79.1% of 67 students concluded that it was effective and 20.1% considered it less effective than WhatsApp for learning. The use of WhatsApp is effective as an English learning medium for students because WhatsApp is an application that is often used so it is very easy to use as a learning medium.

Students’ Experience in Using Natural Reader Application to Ensure the Accuracy of Their English Pronunciation

Since 1960, speech synthesis technology has existed and its applications are now widely available, one of which is the Natural Reader application. Natural Reader is an application that can be used in knowing how to pronounce words in English. This study aims to describe students' experiences with using the Natural Reader application and examine the effect of utilizing the use of the Natural Reader application as a tool to test the accuracy of pronunciation of Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar State Islamic University students, by using the Natural Reader application students can more easily test their English accuracy. The method used by researchers is quantitative method, quantitative research can show data containing numbers that can be obtained by utilizing google form as a means of making a questionnaire. This research shows that the Natural Reader application has the potential to ensure the accuracy of pronunciation in English. So it can be concluded that the Natural Reader device can ensure the accuracy of student pronunciation in English.&#x0D;

Willingness to Communicate (WTC) in Arabic for Students of State Islamic University

Willingness to Communicate (WTC) stands as a crucial factor influencing language usage intensity, particularly in the pursuit of language learning objectives. This study investigates the WTC levels of students enrolled in Arabic Language Education (PBA) and Arabic Language and Literature (BSA) programs across three distinct contexts: inside the classroom (IC), outside the classroom (OC), and in the digital context (DC). Furthermore, the research seeks to identify the contributing factors affecting WTC in Arabic. Employing both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, the study assesses the WTC of PBA and BSA students. A sample size of n = 213 (PBA = 110, BSA = 103) is utilized for the quantitative analysis, employing questionnaires to collect data, subsequently analyzed through descriptive statistics. The qualitative approach delves deeper into understanding the factors influencing WTC in Arabic among PBA and BSA students. The findings reveal that BSA students exhibit a higher WTC rate compared to PBA students across all three contexts: IC, OC, and DC. Notably, the most elevated WTC levels are observed inside the classroom (IC). Multiple factors, including environmental conditions, Arabic language proficiency, and psychological states, contribute to this variance. Consequently, the study recommends that educators implement engaging learning methodologies within the classroom to foster increased Arabic language acquisition and a heightened willingness to utilize Arabic among students.

Gen Z’s Knowledge of Halal Foods and Products on Purchase Behaviour

Consuming or utilising products derived from the pig are forbidden for Muslims. This study aims to describe the understanding of Islamic university students about pig derivative products of food and non-food products. This research was conducted by questionnaire for taking data. The indicators used in this data are information about various types of products, forms in pig terms and indicators in product purchasing decisions. The sample used in this study amounted to 350 respondents. As a whole, Islamic University students stated the status of pig derivative products, both food and non-food, is haram. This study shows a relationship between organisations that students follow towards their knowledge of pig derivative products. But this is unfollowed by their behaviour when buying non-food products. They do not consider the halal status of non-food products except on cosmetics products. This result can be valuable information in further halal awareness studies. Gen Z has to increase their knowledge about pig products and their derivatives daily.

Learning Management of Female Students with Dual Roles at State Islamic University

This article aims to reveal learning management for State Islamic University students with dual roles, namely studying and managing the household. This study used a descriptive-quantitative method using a sample of eight female students pursuing undergraduate education at a State Islamic University in West Java through a convenience sampling technique. Data collection techniques are through observation, interviews, and documents. At the same time, the data analysis technique uses a technique popularized by Miles and Huberman, namely data condensation, data display, and concluding. The study results show that it is challenging to discipline female students with multiple roles in time management. However, following the flow, adapting, dividing the time, and trying to do each of these roles well. However, the achievement can not be felt optimally. Therefore, it is sporadic for female students to have multiple roles in determining the management of their study time. As for trying to continue to design good learning time management, it will be able to discipline in moving forward and achieving predetermined goals

The relationship between academic procrastination, academic stress, and life happiness of Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar State Islamic University students

This research aimed to examine the relationship between academic procrastination, academic stress, and life happiness of UIN Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar students. The method employed in this research was the correlational research method. The research population was 110 students in semesters 1 to 8 with high levels of academic procrastination and high academic stress. The data collection technique used a self-report questionnaire and it used a questionnaire as research instrument. The online Google form media was a data collection tool. The Likert scale was the assessment system used in this study. Multiple regression analysis wasthe data analysis technique, by using the SPSS 25 program in the data analysis stage. (R2) was observed in the multiple linear regression test with a range of 0 to 1. From the analysis, R2 had a range of 0.676. The conclusion of the correlation research between academic procrastination, academic stress, and life happiness of UIN Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar students wassignificant and concrete, expressed through the results of the statistical program for social science R of 0.676.