Malaysian Practice Research Articles

The Influence of Anime on The Moral Value among Arts and Design Students: A Pilot Study in Uitm Shah Alam

Students and the issue of moral decline has become a hot topic for the past centuries. It raises much concern, since students are the asset to the formation of human capital in the future. The sophisticated life that we have today has left an impact to their personality. The expansion of the technology at the fingertips expedites this impact. This is when the influence of the media often leaves an impact to the students. Anime is a popular Japanese animation among teenagers or specifically students. It is part of the mass media broadcasting with an increasing number of fans all over the world. With different moral values, manners and cultures, it is feared that one of the factors for moral decline among students lies in the destructive elements of violence, sex, imagination and superstition found in anime. Thus, this study is conducted to see the influence of anime from both the positive and negative perspectives on the morality of students in Design Arts course at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). The pilot study was conducted on 55 design arts course students as they are very attached to anime in terms of their background education and interest. This study adopts the quantitative method where questionnaires have been distributed. From the finding, it can be concluded that positive attitude formed from anime influence has given a significant impact to the mahmudah moral values, while the negative attitude leaves quite a big impact to the students’ mazmumah moral values. The finding of this study can serve as reference to the Ministry of Communication and Multimedia Malaysia to increase the quality of the broadcasting material guideline for students or teenagers in general, so that the content would be more appropriate for Malaysian practice, religious belief and lifestyle. The finding will also be helpful for local broadcasting companies as they will be more sensitive and can better screen adverse elements in anime that can be demoralizing and are feared to push them further into various issues of morality.

THE PRACTISE OF PATRIOTISM AS CITIZEN APPRECIATION ELEMENT: MAINTAINING THE INTEGRATION OF UNITY AND TOGETHERNESS IN THE FACE OF COVID-19 CALAMITIES

The focus of the discussion in this paper refers to the practice of patriotism as an element of citizen appreciation in maintaining the integration of unity and togetherness. This writing tries to cover the national issues closely related to patriotism in an effort to create a harmonious country where Malaysian practice and embody the spirit of patriotism. Among the matters argued are (i) Factors contributing to the unification of various races such as the basis of integration, economics, the concept of pluralism, tolerant of culture and language and political integration, (ii) The issue of combating & overcoming the health crisis due to the economic crisis of the Covid-19 pandemic in an effort to form national community and (iii) the issue of unity among the people to deal with Covid-19. The use of a qualitative approach in this writing utilizes secondary sources such as research results in journals, scholarly writing, online news sources and public forums. The results of the study found that patriotic spirit plays a critical role in encouraging the community to unite, especially in the face of calamities such as the Covid-19 pandemic, thus realizing the responsibility of being a citizen who wants to see our country continue to survive in any situation. The direction of the study looks at the continuity of the impact of the appreciation of citizens in togetherness for the sake of Malaysia's vision to become a united country in the aspect of cooperation and unity among various races, in addition to giving birth to a society that is united, obeys and loves the country.

Postoperative management of zones V-VI extensor tendon repairs: A survey of practice in Malaysia and comparison to IFSHT member countries.

A survey of International Federation of Societies for Hand Therapy (IFSHT) member countries identified relative motion extension as the preferred approach to management of zones V-VI extensor tendon repairs. The aims of this survey were to identify and compare hand therapy practice patterns in Malaysia (a non-IFSHT member country) with findings of the IFSHT survey including an IFSHT subset of Asia-Pacific therapists and to investigate if membership status of the Malaysian Society for Hand Therapists (MSHT) influenced therapy practice patterns. An online English-language survey was distributed to 90 occupational therapists and physiotherapists including MSHT members and non-members. Participation required management of at least one extensor tendon repair in the preceding year. Five approaches were surveyed: immobilisation, early passive motion (EPM) with dynamic splinting, and early active motion (EAM) delivered by resting hand (RH), palmar resting interphalangeal joints free (PR), and relative motion extension (RME) splints. Thirty-seven of the 53 therapists (68%) who commenced the survey completed it. The most used approach was dynamic/EPM (28%), followed by RH/immobilisation (22%) and RH/EAM (22%). A preference for RME/EAM was identified with implementation barriers being surgeon preference and hand therapist confidence. Approach selection for Malaysian therapists differed from the combined IFSHT and Asia-Pacific respondents, with the former using dynamic/EPM and RH/immobilisation compared to IFSHT respondents who predominately used RME/EAM and PR/EAM. This survey provides valuable insights into Malaysian hand therapists' practices. If implementation barriers and therapist confidence are addressed, Malaysian practice patterns may change to better align with current evidence.

A Review on BRT Scoring System for Malaysia Practice

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is the bus-based public transit system, which is designed to maximize the efficiency, capacity and reliability comparatively to the existing traditional bus system. Generally, this advantageous, cost-effective and convenient BRT comprises the designated laneways, priority-given intersections, off-board fare collection and more, which reduces the delay in travelling and increasing the capacity as well. In order to maintain the standard of the BRT, where to be distinguished from the conventional bus system, there are few BRT scoring systems available from the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) and Federal Transit Association (FTA). However, each scoring system has its pros and cons, which might not be suitable for the Malaysian practice. In addition, the scoring system is not very emphasizing on the BRT stations in regards with the locations, supporting infrastructures and more, which has the potential to affect the transit ridership. This paper reviews the existing BRT standards that have been utilized in assessing the existing BRTs all around the world. Moreover, this reviewing reflects the compliances or suitability of the available BRT standards to be used in assessing Malaysia BRTs. This method of reviewing provides more focused scoring guidelines which can complement the Malaysian practice in a more contextual manner. The identified gap in the existing BRT standards will be recommended with newly formulated guidelines that fit more into Malaysia context and encourage more inclusivity which promotes active transportation. Hence, the newly formulated BRT standard as per Malaysia context can enhance the existing design principles which can promote more ridership.

INTERROGATION OF CHILDREN UNDER MALAYSIAN LAWS: A CALL FOR LEGAL REFORM

Interrogation is considered one of the critical stages of the juvenile justice process. This process allows the police to question and examine child suspects for the purpose of obtaining information, statement, and evidence for an alleged crime under which they are investigated. While this process undeniably an important aspect of the criminal process, it may turn out to be a stressful and frightening process for children, who are known for their unique incapacities and susceptibility. This paper aims to examine current Malaysian laws and practice on the interrogation of children. It will critically analyze relevant provisions of law as well as existing legal principles on this particular matter. It will also attempt to examine the adequacy of current Malaysian laws in safeguarding the rights and interests of children during the grueling and coerced interrogation process by the police. This article concludes with the recommendation for the reform of current Malaysian laws and practice on the interrogation of children.

Right to Privacy and Malaysian Practice: A Step Further in Recognising another Aspect of Human Rights

Privacy is an individual right that is fundamental to protect the dignity of a person, especially in the technological era. Currently, privacy is not part of human right under the Malaysian Federal Constitution. Conversely, European Union, South Africa, Hong Kong, and India were advance in the recognition. This is qualitative research analysing the need to move forward in recognising privacy as part of human right with reference to the practice of the European Union, South Africa, Hong Kong, and India. The outcome of the study is proposing a legal framework recognising privacy as a basic human right in Malaysia Keywords: privacy; human rights; fundamental liberties; external intrusion eISSN: 2398-4287© 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bsby e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v5iSI3.2570

The Fallacy of Consistency in Assessing Permanent Future Loss in a Personal Injury Claim: The Malaysian Practice Dilemma

The Fallacy of Consistency in Assessing Permanent Future Loss in a Personal Injury Claim: The Malaysian Practice Dilemma

Governance of Heritage Conservation: Overview on Malaysian Practice

Heritage conservation refers to the process of preserving, repairing, restoring and maintaining sites and buildings that have significant heritage values. In Malaysia, currently, heritage sites and buildings are currently facing great threat from new urban development particularly due to the need to accommodate the growth of population, infrastructure development as well as economic growth. The scarce of land supply in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city for instance has exposed this modern heritage city to severe from commercialisation pressure because of the land price. Whether to preserve and conserve is still in great debate among the policymakers, stakeholders and academicians. The importance of conservation comprised a significant impact on the three pillars of sustainability; social, economy and environmental. This research examines the gap in related documents such as national development plans of Eleventh Malaysia Plan (EMP), National Physical Plan (NPP), National Urbanization Policy (NUP) and specific guiding document / policy on the heritage conservation such as National Heritage Act 2005 (NHA), ICOMOS Charters and relating current by-laws that facilitates the conservation activities in Malaysia. Hence, the focus of this paper is to review and identify the gap of present governance and legislations to protect such heritage values from being demolished and destroyed. Finally, the paper identifies several best practice strategies towards better governance of heritage conservation.

Returning home: A reflection on the Malaysian practice of balik kampung

Returning home: A reflection on the Malaysian practice of balik kampung

Encapsulating the delivery of affordable housing: An overview of Malaysian practice

Urban population increases much faster than other geographical areas and this brings huge challenges to Malaysian government especially those responsible for the provision of housing. Moreover, the rise of living cost and pressure towards the current economic situation had inevitably led to huge demands for affordable housing. Thus, affordability and inaccessibility of people in owning a house has become one of the major issues in Malaysia. These issues are not only faced by the low-income group but mostly experienced by urban dwellers including the middle-income group whom are not eligible to apply for low-cost housing delivered by the government, yet cannot afford to buy a house. Hence, the Malaysian government had therefore established the Perumahan Rakyat 1 Malaysia (PR1MA) as the catalyst in providing adequate, quality and affordable houses. Furthermore, the Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad (SPNB) and the state governments also play their big role in providing affordable house at the state level. In trying to ensure smooth delivery of affordable housing, a systematic approach is required. This paper intends to examine the delivery of affordable housing in Malaysia. The objective was to assess the parties involved, and the various stages of the process. The methodology adopted for this study includes in-depth interviews with affordable housing agencies. Investigation showed that the major problem relates to a mismatch in the delivery of affordable housing. Moreover, the political and economic aspects, as well as the organization situation had also influenced the inefficiency of affordable housing delivery system. Additionally, the significant of this paper is expected to formulate an improved strategy and guidance in delivery system, thus ensuring that the method of practice is applicable throughout the country.

International Discourse on Child Participation in Family Justice

<p>Family justice has undoubtedly molded in an interesting shape throughout the century. Recent development upholds the sovereignty of children’s right over the traditional paternalistic and maternal preference in deciding matrimonial disputes. Affording right to children to participate in matrimonial proceeding will surely be debatable and bring about further complex issues to the proceeding since children are viewed as vulnerable group who must be protected from any harm. Hence, this article intends to review the international discourse ranging from the children’s right and family justice as undertaken internationally and provides commentary on Malaysian current practice. Results indicated that statutory provisions in Malaysian laws value the wishes of a child only in custody cases but the practice is slightly erratic as distinctive judges have different practices. It is submitted that a comprehensive guideline on judicial procedure are then required to be developed in ensuring that <em>Justice must not only be done; but must be seen to be don</em>e to all parties including the children.</p>

Asynchronous Communication: Investigating the Influences of Relational Elements and Background on the Framing Structure of Emails

This study explored the influences of relational elements and the background of communicators on the framing structure of email messages that were exchanged in an educational Institute in Malaysia. The investigation revealed that social distance played a more significant role than power relations as Malaysian respondents are, generally, more polite to distant colleagues than they are to close colleagues regardless of their organizational position. It was also revealed that the ethnic background of email writers prompted the framing structure of the emails as the use of the pre-closing move and ‘thank you’ as a closing marker was generally a Malaysian practice. This study also revealed that the framing structure of the emails depended on the direction of the message as the majority of the emails that were sent to external contacts included an auto signature, whereas the internally exchanged email were mainly signed off using the first name of the sender alone. In addition, it was revealed that email writers in the educational Institute had a very high tendency to name their messages as almost 100 percent of the emails included the identifying topic move, which was generally clearly or broadly informative move. Keywords: Email communication, Relational factors, Framing moves, Social distance, Power relations

Speed–Flow–Geometry Relationships and Capacity for Two–Lane Single Carriageway Roads

The current Malaysian practice in road capacity analysis, Malaysian Highway Capacity Manual 2011 (MHCM) is based on a method adopted from the Highway Capacity Manual(HCM) of the United States. All the analysis elements appear to be taken directly from the manual. The rationale for using such a method for Malaysian conditions is not well defined. This paper deliberates the background of the methodology used in the development of speed, flow and geometry relationships and the capacity for single carriageway roads. A microscopic traffic simulation model which is capable of simulating traffic operations on single carriageway roads for a range of road geometry configurations and traffic flow conditions was developed and used to evaluate the potential capacity of a single carriageway road. The results of the analysis indicate that a two-lane single carriageway road is capable of accommodating traffic flow higher than the values derived from the previous HCM. The current version of the HCM also appears to underestimate the vehicles’ travel speed for a range of traffic flows when compared with the results of the simulation model. The MHCM 2011, on the other hand, estimated travel speeds higher than the travels speeds predicted by both the HCM 2010 and simulation model. It shows that there is a different interpretation of LOS F in term of speed between HCM 2010 and MHCM 2011.

Creative Impairment Strategy: Discount Rate Disclosure for Goodwill Impairment Testing

This study focuses on the disclosure of goodwill impairment process under the new requirements of FRS 136 – Impairment of Assets. This primary objective of the study is to investigate the compliance level and disclosure quality of FRS 136 by the top 20 Shari’ah Approved Companies (ShAc) in Bursa Malaysia as at 2010 based on their market capitalization. In order to achieve this objective, the weighted index is chosen because this index being able to differentiate the quality and importance of each mandatory disclosure under FRS 136. The weighted index was developed by constructing disclosure scoring sheet, obtaining annual reports of 20 firms in 2010, completing scoring sheet for each firms by assigned weighted for the disclosure items and calculating disclosure weighted index. The findings of this study revealed that 13 out of 20 (65%) Shari’ah approved companies failed to comply with the most basic elements of the FRS 136 pertaining to goodwill impairment testing especially in allocating goodwill into the CGUs and key assumptions used in determining the recoverable amount of CGU assets. The results of this study suggest that the performance of the top 20 shari’ah approved companies must improve before Malaysian practice is truly of international standard.

A Preliminary Analysis on Compliance Level and Disclosure Quality of FRS136: Malaysian Top 20 Shari'Ah Approved Companies

This study focuses on the disclosure of goodwill impairment process under the new requirements of FRS 136 – Impairment of Assets. This primary objective of the study is to investigate the compliance level and disclosure quality of FRS 136 by the top 20 Shari'ah Approved Companies (ShAc) in Bursa Malaysia as at 2010 based on their market capitalization. In order to achieve this objective, the weighted index is chosen because this index being able to differentiate the quality and importance of each mandatory disclosure under FRS 136. The weighted index was developed by constructing disclosure scoring sheet, obtaining annual reports of 20 firms in 2010, completing scoring sheet for each firms by assigned weighted for the disclosure items and calculating disclosure weighted index. The findings of this study revealed that 13 out of 20 (65%) Shari'ah approved companies failed to comply with the most basic elements of the FRS 136 pertaining to goodwill impairment testing especially in allocating goodwill into the CGUs and key assumptions used in determining the recoverable amount of CGU assets. The results of this study suggest that the performance of the top 20 Shari'ah approved companies must improve before Malaysian practice is truly of international standard.

Dysphagia Management Practices Among Speech-Language Pathologists in Malaysia

In Malaysia, speech-language pathology services for dysphagia managementare yet to be fully established. Detailed knowledge of current practices is necessary to inform future training and infrastructure needs. Therefore, the current study aimed to: (a) explore current practice for dysphagia management among speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in Malaysia and (b) compare Malaysian practice to those of SLPs working in settings with an established dysphagia service (Queensland Health, Australia). A questionnaire was mailed to 30 SLPs working in Malaysian governmenthospitals. The same set of questionnaires was then mailed to SLPs in Queensland government hospitals who matched the Malaysian cohort. Survey findings from the Malaysian clinicians revealed at least moderate consistency of practice for 24 out of 25 clinical items examined, with 71% of these items classified as having high practice consistency. Comparisons with the matched cohort of SLPs, revealed patterns of practice were comparable across 19 of the 25 (76%) aspects of dysphagia assessment and treatment examined. The most noticeable areas of inconsistencyof practice between the two groups related to the proportion of active caseload dedicated to dysphagia management, the use of a team approach to dysphagia management, involvement in making diagnoses, and differences regarding the nature and frequency of use of instrumental diagnostic tools. Despite identifying a number of areas which require further education and training, overall the current study demonstrated that the dysphagia service in Malaysia is moving toward standards of practice largely comparable to more established services. The findings provide insight into patterns of service development for other countries developingdysphagia services.

ISLAM AND ADAT

The concept of harta sepencharian1, a derivative of the Malay cultural custom (literally, adat) in Malaysia is now considered an integral element of shari'a secondary sources of ‘Urf (customary laws). This concept – harta (Malay: property), sepencharian (Malay: jointly acquired) is the recognition of a married partner's share (both husband and wife) in property acquired during the material time of the marriage, regardless of whether the party in question (usually the wife) appears not to have contributed financially to its purchase or development, or even if the marriage ends through the death of either party. The article explores the evolution of the legal process that validates and promotes harta sepencharian to the level of ‘Urf through the analysis of locally decided cases in both civil and shari'a court systems. This development signifies that the substantive and procedural dynamism of shari'a itself, and the uniqueness and applicability of Malay customary laws, transcend temporal and spatial differences. They particularly challenge the assumption that the local laws, including Islamic law, are passive. 1The modern Malay spelling is sepencarian, but in this article the older form sepencharian has been used as it has become a standard term in Malaysian legal practice.

Goodwill Accounting in Malaysia and the Transition to IFRS – A Compliance Assessment of Large First Year Adopters

Prior to the adoption of an IFRS based reporting framework in Malaysia, no binding standard governing goodwill had ever been implemented. After several decades in which a laissez faire approach to the problem represented the dominant paradigm, the highly prescriptive and technical provisions of FRS 136 – Impairment of Assets represent a very substantial variation from past practice. This in turn gives rise to questions about the extent to which Malaysian companies and their auditors have fared during the process of transition to a complex new reporting regime and in consequence to the quality and consistency of reports produced pursuant to that new regime. Thus, FRS 136 presents an opportunity to interrogate the level of compliance and disclosure quality exhibited by first‐time reporting entities – and by extension, yield insights into the implications of and challenges associated with transition to new and complex reporting regimes. Focussing specifically on compliance and disclosure quality relating to the highly detailed requirements set out in FRS 136, this paper finds evidence that the quality of the responses by large listed Malaysian firms has indeed been mixed, with many firms producing financial reports that have failed to meet the mark of the new standard. While the move by MASB to adopt IFRSs is a reflection of Malaysia’s commitment to align with global accounting standards in order to achieve harmonization with international practice, these findings suggest that continued improvement will be required by Malaysian companies and their auditors before Malaysian practice is truly aligned to the international standard.

ASEAN in Malaysian foreign policy discourse and practice, 1967–1997

ASEAN in Malaysian foreign policy discourse and practice, 1967–1997