Moment Structures Research Articles

Artificial intelligence powering education: ChatGPT's impact on students' academic performance through the lens of technology-to-performance chain theory

PurposeIn the context of rapid technological progress, this study investigates the factors that improve the academic performance of Saudi Arabian university students when they use ChatGPT. Using the technology-to-performance chain theory as a framework, this study identifies the variables that may affect the students' academic performance, thereby contributing to the discourse on the use of technology in education.Design/methodology/approachA survey is conducted on 257 respondents, and an online questionnaire is used to collect the data. Analysis of Moment Structures (AMOS) is employed to analyse the structural model to determine the direct connections between the different elements.FindingsFindings reveal that task characteristics, technology characteristics and individual characteristics can significantly impact task-technology fit. Furthermore, task-technology fit can influence the utilisation of ChatGPT and students' academic performance. In addition, utilisation can significantly impact students' academic performance. Students are likely to utilise ChatGPT efficiently and demonstrate improved academic performance when they believe that the technology is a good fit for their tasks.Research limitations/implicationsThis study’s shortcoming is its exclusive focus on a single public university in Saudi Arabia, which limits its generalisability. Comparative studies among multiple universities in Saudi Arabia and in other Gulf nations should be conducted to enhance the generalisability of the results. In addition, diversifying the participants by including students from various universities and exploring the moderating variables would deepen our understanding of the utilisation of ChatGPT by students.Practical implicationsThe practical implications of this study include the existence of a positive relationship between task characteristics and task-technology fit, which can guide organisations in aligning ChatGPT with specific activities for enhanced efficacy and workflow integration. In addition, understanding the association between technology characteristics and task-technology fit can help in selecting suitable technologies that will encourage user adoption and improve academic outcomes. Furthermore, the recognition of the impact of individual characteristics on task-technology fit and their utilisation can inform tailored support and training programmes to enhance user acceptance and utilisation of ChatGPT, particularly in educational settings such as those in Saudi Arabia, which will ultimately improve students’ academic performance.Originality/valueThis study’s focus on ChatGPT and how it affects the academic performance of Saudi Arabian university students distinguishes it from previous studies. This study provides insightful information on technology adoption in educational settings and contributes to our understanding of the factors that can impact academic performance through ChatGPT adoption by utilising technology-to-performance chain theory. Moreover, this study’s examination of task characteristics, technology characteristics and individual characteristics can significantly enrich discussions on optimal technology integration for educational objectives. This contribution is relevant in dynamic contexts, such as the rapidly evolving technological environment of Saudi Arabia.

Recognizing the Role of ChatGPT in Decision-Making and Recognition of Mental Health Disorders among Entrepreneurs

Nowadays, mental health disorders have become a significant concern for everyone. There are diverse reasons emanating from the workplace, business, and everyday environment. Therefore, there is a current need to use technology to detect and review their symptoms and causes. Accordingly, in this study, the researcher attempted to recognize ChatGPT’s role in decision-making and the recognition of mental health disorders among Egyptian entrepreneurs. The researcher used a quantitative approach in this study based its findings on 332 valid samples. The study's results through path analysis using Analysis of Moment Structures (AMOS) confirmed a positive effect of user perception of ChatGPT and trust in ChatGPT on the decision-making process and recognition of mental disorders. On the other hand, the study found a negative effect of the decision-making process in recognizing mental disorders. On the other hand, this study’s findings demonstrate that the decision-making process hurts recognizing mental health disorders. This study's results assist the development of policies to improve available digital services, such as ChatGPT or AI, to increase societal awareness. Moreover, by providing empirical evidence from Egyptian entrepreneurs in a developing country context, this study’s findings contribute to the existing psychology, digital technology, and management literature.

The influence of hospital services on patient satisfaction in OPDs: evidence from the transition to a digital system in South Punjab, Pakistan

BackgroundPakistani’s health services delivery system has been rarely evaluated regarding patient satisfaction. This study examined the performance of the Pakistani health system from the perspective of doctor services (DS), digital payment system (DPS), nurses’ services (NS), laboratory services (LS), pharmacy services (PHS), registration services (RS), physical services (environmentally and tangible) and doctor-patient communication (DPC) about patient satisfaction. A random sampling technique was adopted for data collection.MethodologyThe Social Science Statistical Package (SPSS), analysis of moment structures (AMOS), and structural equation modeling were used to analyze the data for reliability, validity, correlations, and descriptive findings. The 879 responses were used for study analysis.ResultsThe study revealed that patient satisfaction was found to be significantly affected positively by LS, PHS, DS, NS, and DPS, while DPC, RS, and PF were impacted non-significantly. Consequently, there is a considerable communication gap in the doctor-patient interaction, and Pakistan's healthcare system is confronted with a shortage of physical infrastructure and challenges in the digital system.ConclusionFurthermore, the insufficient emphasis on registration services necessitates immediate action to improve the entire patient experience and satisfaction. Identifying these shortcomings has the potential to result in a healthcare system that is more efficient and focused on the needs of the patients.

Does Being a HERO Really Make a Positive Difference to Police Officer Street Level Bureaucrats’ Well-Being?

This study examines the extent to which being a HERO (i.e., Hope, Efficacy, Resilience, and Optimism) impacts police officer Street Level Bureaucrats (SLBs) operational and organizational stress, and their subsequent perceived well-being. The sample comprised 220 Italian and 228 English SLBs, and hypotheses were tested using the Analysis for Moment Structures (AMOS) v.27 Structural Equation Modeling software. The findings depict that HERO explains approximately a fifth of SLBs’ organizational stress, and together, their variance accounted for approximately two-thirds of SLBs’ well-being. Finally, as one personal psychological resource for helping police officers cope with stress in the workplace, the findings indicate a need to upskill SLBs in HERO to better negotiate bureaucratic processes without becoming more susceptible to negative stress-related outcomes.

THE ROLE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP ORIENTATION IN THE EFFECT OF DIGITAL MARKETING THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA ON THE PERFORMANCE OF MICRO, SMALL, AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (MSMEs) IN INDONESIA

This research contributes to formulating policies and programs related to MSMEs, especially digital marketing in Indonesia. This research examines the role of entrepreneurial orientation on the influence of digital marketing via social media on MSMEs in Indonesia. Although several studies have examined the relationship between the use of social media (Technology Acceptance Model, TAM) and company business performance, the existence of inconsistencies in previous research results opens up obstacles for this research to develop theory and strengthen weaknesses. Previous research, as well as complementing the growing digital marketing literature. This research involved 500 MSME owners in Indonesia, where an online survey of MSME owners was the data collection instrument. The data has been analysed using SEM (Structural Equation Modeling) via AMOS (Analysis of Moment Structure) software. Results showed that perceived ease of use positively affected attitudes towards using social media. The benefits of using social media and attitudes towards using social media have a positive effect on attitudes towards using social media. The use of social media has a positive impact on the performance of MSMEs. Then, entrepreneurial orientation has a positive effect on the performance of MSMEs. Furthermore, entrepreneurial orientation moderates the influence of social media use on MSME's performance, meaning that entrepreneurial orientation strengthens the influence of social media use on MSME's performance. The research implication is that it contributes to the TAM literature, where all tests support the TAM theory. Future research is encouraged to replicate the moderation model developed in this study as applicable to other countries and regions for better generalisation. Future research can add control variables such as age, education, and experience to the relationship between social media use and MSME performance. From a practical point of view, the government needs to intervene to improve the business performance of MSMEs. One of them is providing reliable and affordable internet connectivity, equal distribution of internet infrastructure, especially in rural and remote areas, providing digital literacy and training among business owners and employees. Then, MSME players must be oriented towards entrepreneurship by producing innovative new products and more modern marketing innovations digitally through social media.

Turkish textile and clothing SMEs: Importance of organizational learning, digitalization, and internationalization

Abstract The Turkish textile and clothing (TTC) industries, which are mainly made of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), are the main source of export for the Turkish economy since the end of 1980s. The introduction of digital technologies has changed the competition for the TTC industries and this change has been accelerated after the covid-19 pandemic. Digitalization of SMEs is accepted as a social and technical process in which organizational learning is the main actor and therefore, the aim of this research is to explore the relation between organizational learning, digitalization, and internationalization for TTC industries. A parallel-results convergent mixed method approach in which qualitative and quantitave analysis are performed seperately and integrated later is applied in this research. The data of the research were collected by semi-structured interviews and survey questionnaires, which are analyzed in MAXQDA and analysis of moment structures.

Knowledge entrepreneurship in higher education institutions: a perspective of knowledge sharing and entrepreneurial leadership in Pakistani HEIs

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to contribute to the research of knowledge management in higher education institutions (HEIs) by studying the enablers of knowledge entrepreneurship. Anchored in the dynamic capability theory, knowledge entrepreneurship is heterogeneously distributed in HEIs and is critical for the sustenance of organizations in the knowledge economy. This aim is realized by understanding the determinants of knowledge entrepreneurship and empirically investigating the relationship of knowledge-sharing behaviour and entrepreneurial leadership with knowledge entrepreneurship.Design/methodology/approachData was collected through structured questionnaires from 550 faculty members of HEIs in Pakistan by adequately representing the sample size through regional stratification and proportionate sampling. Data was analyzed through the Analysis of Moment Structures software where the data validation and reliability were achieved using correlations, confirmatory factor analysis and structured equation modelling to generate generalizable results.FindingsThe findings revealed that knowledge sharing is an important component in developing knowledge entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurial leadership is pivotal in providing the support, vision and autonomy to individuals with personal and professional capabilities to ensure the creation of new knowledge, collaboration and innovation.Research limitations/implicationsThe study contributes to an understanding of relationship of knowledge sharing and entrepreneurial leadership that leads to promotion of knowledge entrepreneurship in HEIs of Pakistan. In addition, the findings of the study extend the existing literature on knowledge entrepreneurship by offering the positive mediating role of entrepreneurial leadership in the universities of Pakistan, hence, addressing the specific challenges and opportunities faced by the HEIs of a developing country like Pakistan. The theoretical framework of the study elucidates the importance of knowledge sharing and entrepreneurial leadership by using the dynamic capabilities theory and extends the scope of the aforementioned theory in entrepreneurial leadership realm.Practical implicationsBy generating an understanding of the dynamics of knowledge entrepreneurship this study tries to help policymakers and educational leaders to develop strategies to cultivate a culture of knowledge sharing and entrepreneurial leadership in Pakistani HEIs. Building the entrepreneurial ecosystem entails prioritizing knowledge creation, knowledge sharing and retention that can lead to innovative solutions for local and global challenges.Originality/valueThe study used dynamic capabilities theory to link the knowledge and resources together for the education sector for sustainable outcomes in the knowledge economy. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first study to empirically study the behaviour of HEIs to create and support knowledge entrepreneurship in the presence of entrepreneurial leadership in the context of a developing country, Pakistan. Becoming a knowledge-based society will help Pakistan upgrade itself to the list of developed countries.

Epistemologies of Domination: Colonial Encounters, Heterology, and Postcolonial Pedagogy

Abstract This article theorizes and establishes some of the outlines of an epistemology of domination. An epistemology of domination interpellates the question of “how/what does the oppressor know about the oppressed?” Drawing on several studies of cultural encounters such as Ibrahim Abu-Lughod's The Arab Rediscovery of Europe, Ashis Nandy's The Intimate Enemy, and Zeynep Çelik's Europe Knows Nothing about the Orient, the discussion explores epistemic tropes around colonial encounters: the power and politics of representation; the burden of belatedness/the denial of coevalness; the over-emphasizing of Western agency. Wlad Godzich states that “Western Thought has always thematized the other as a threat to be reduced, as a potential same-to-be, a yet-not-same.” My discussion here accepts this premise but only partially, and asks the question: does domination always entail the projection of alterity as a threat, or is there a wider spectrum of epistemic projections? How does the other encounter and experience the Western self, and does such encounter modify hegemonic epistemological paradigms? Following Michel de Certeau's assertion that “what is near masks a foreignness,” I seek to complicate the relation between selfhood and otherness in the colonial encounter, and its entanglements with colonial violence. What pedagogical moments emerge from such encounters? And how do such pedagogical moments structure postcolonial epistemologies?

Creating shared value to enhance the competitiveness of the agricultural cluster in Qalqilya governorate

PurposeThe aim of this study is to provide an empirical investigation of the agricultural cluster’s economic, social and environmental values. By doing so, the authors aim to offer policymakers and decision-makers a strategic approach that promotes competitiveness and economic development through shared value.Design/methodology/approachThe authors used AMOS software and applied structural equation modeling to achieve the study’s objectives. The study used this approach with path analysis through the Analysis of Moment Structures software.FindingsThe empirical results indicate that creating shared value (CSV) can enhance the agricultural sector’s competitiveness through clustering. Rather than enhancing competitiveness directly, CSV plays a crucial role in improving the relationship between clustering and competitiveness. The authors also examined Porter’s diamond of competitiveness and evaluated factors for creating a shared value strategy, such as factor conditions, demand conditions, related and supporting industries, strategy, structure, rivalry and the role of government.Research limitations/implicationsThis study focuses solely on the agricultural cluster in Qalqilya governorate and cannot be applied to other regions without additional research.Practical implicationsEnsuring that stakeholders in the agricultural sector are kept informed about the activities of the cluster and the benefits of their participation is crucial. Empirical findings and conclusions have demonstrated that a shared value strategy can enhance the competitiveness of this sector. To achieve this, institutions involved in developing the agricultural cluster must increase their efficiency and capacity. Consulting experts in this field and drawing on experiences from other countries can aid in achieving this goal. Additionally, enhancing farmers’ productivity should be a priority, and the Ministry of Agriculture can provide training and workshops to improve their skills and expertise.Originality/valueThis study suggests that Palestinian policymakers should establish effective partnerships between the government and the agricultural sector’s firms in Qalqilya to reinforce the cluster’s competitiveness. This strategy can stimulate competitiveness and promote economic and social development in Palestine.

Financial Performance Among Top10 Automotive Leaders in the EU: Essential Techniques to Investigate the Structure of Moments While Using the GMM with Dynamic Panel Data

Financial Performance Among Top10 Automotive Leaders in the EU: Essential Techniques to Investigate the Structure of Moments While Using the GMM with Dynamic Panel Data

The Impact of the Capital Structure on the Financial Default / an Analytical Research in Sample of Companies of the Ministry of Industry and Minerals

The objective of this research is to study the effect of capital structure on financial default. As it is the first research of its kind that deals with this sample of companies affiliated to the Ministry of Industry and Minerals and these companies were chosen especially because they suffer from financial deficit problems. The importance of this research lies in determining the importance of the components of the capital structure and knowing their impact on financial default in the research sample companies. The research sample represented a number of companies of the Ministry of Industry and Minerals located in Baghdad Governorate. The statistical methods represented in used financial ratios in the analysis to evaluate the research variables, which are both capital structure ratios (Long-term debt ratio to equity and long-term debt to total asset) and liquidity ratios (Current ratio, Quick ratio, Cash ratio) and used the programs (SPSS v26) and (Excel 2010) and the moment structure analysis program (AMOS) was adopted in order to calculate each of the standard deviation, correlation coefficient and specificity to find the relationship between the research variables and test its hypotheses. The results showed that the capital structure had no effect on the cases of financial defaults in the companies.

The Effect of Socio-Economic Factors and Crop Cultivation Techniques on the Increase in Shallot Plant Productivity Using SEM Method

The success of farmers in obtaining productive yields of shallot plants from stable and adaptive superior varieties plays a crucial role in increasing plant productivity. Technological innovations are conducted by examining the Socio-Economic Factors and Technical Factors of Shallot Plant Cultivation. However, merely considering the Socio-Economic Aspects and Technical Cultivation Factors (TCF) of shallot plants is insufficient in selecting stable and adaptive superior varieties. Hence, this research combined the Analysis of Moment Structure (AMOS) method and SEM (Structural Equation Modeling). Through SEM-AMOS, the modeling of socioeconomic factors and Crop Cultivation Techniques was conducted while considering the physiological processes of growth and development of genotypes, which explained the interrelation of Socio-Economic Factors and Crop Cultivation Techniques (CCT) with yield components and their effect on the Increase in Shallot Plant Productivity. The results of the AMOS Modeling. If the Probability value (P) > 0.05, then H0 is accepted, and H1 is rejected; if the Probability value (P) < 0.05, then H0 is rejected, and H1 is accepted. Cultivation of Shallot Plants - Socio-Economic Aspect: It was observed that the P-value was 0.094, which is < 0.05. This value is significantly lower than 0.05; therefore, H1 is accepted. Hence, it can be said that socio-economic factors have a positive and significant effect on the cultivation of shallot plants. Cultivation of Shallot Plants - Crop Cultivation Techniques: It was observed that the P-value was 0.019, which is < 0.05. This value is significantly lower than 0.05; therefore, H1 is accepted. Hence, it can be said that there is a positive and significant effect of Crop Cultivation Techniques on Shallot Plants.

Measuring the impact of lean implementation on BIM and project success: case of construction firms

PurposeThe main purpose of this study is to reveal the degree of association between lean, building information modeling (BIM) and construction project success. The study further intends to provide strategies for high and low associations of the factors.Design/methodology/approachLean construction and BIM are two important applications that have recently gained popularity in terms of enhancing project success. Considering this impact, this study investigates the synergy between lean construction and BIM and determines to what extent these two contribute to the success of the projects. As a first step, lean, BIM and project success were examined based on an in-depth literature review. In the second stage, a structural equation model (SEM) was established to reflect the relationship among these three through hypotheses. Then, a questionnaire was designed and administered to the construction professionals experienced in both lean and BIM implementation. The SEM was tested using Analysis of Moment Structures (AMOS), an SPSS tool.FindingsThe results indicated that lean implementation has a significant and positive impact on BIM implementation and project success. On the other hand, BIM implementation had a lower significant impact on project success than lean implementation construct.Research limitations/implicationsThe results of this study can be used by both policymakers and industry practitioners in terms of developing strategies for effectively using both lean and BIM. The researchers can further develop other implementation models to investigate whether these concepts are more effective in increasing project success when used integratively.Originality/valueThis study considers both the impact of lean and BIM on project success through input from construction practitioners working on large projects. This way, the study fosters the use of lean, BIM or lean–BIM together in construction projects to enhance project success.

Change Management And Employee Engagement Impact To Transformational Lead-ership And Organizational Restructuring Processes At PT. XZ

As an Agent of Development and an extension of the hands of the government, BUMN provides significant influence both for the development of the national economy, as well as providing services in meeting the needs of the community. The establishment of the BUMN Holding is a strategic government effort to regulate the management of the company following its affiliation. On April 11, 2018, the government through the Ministry of BUMN formed the Oil and Gas Holding (Migas), and PT XZ became one of its subholdings. This study aims to identify and study the impact of change management and employee attachment on transformational leadership and the process of organizational restructuring at PT XZ, during the holding process. The research method is quantitative through a questionnaire conducted against the employees of PT XZ of 220 respondents, with the method of data analysis using the program Analysis of Moment Structure (AMOS) 26.0. The results of the research show that: 1) change management has a significant influence on transformational leadership, 2) employee engagement has a meaningful influence upon transformational leadership, 3) change management have a significant impact on the process of organizational restructuring, 4) employee engagement has a significant influence over the organization's restructural process, and 5) transformation leadership has a signifying impact on organization restructuration process.

Examining the roles of spiritual motivation, religiosity, and L2 WTC in English

Recognizing the importance of students’ attitudes in enhancing their educational achievements, this study aimed to examine the roles of spiritual motivation, religiosity, and L2 WTC (Willingness to Communicate) in students’ English language achievements. The study aimed to create a scale to assess students’ spiritual motivation. Additionally, it scrutinized the relationship between spiritual motivation, religiosity, and L2 WTC. The data was collected from 194 students (97 males; 97 females) coming from both social and non-social sciences who completed three questionnaires: spiritual motivation, religiosity, and L2 WTC scales. Descriptive and inferential statistics were obtained using SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences), and AMOS (Analysis of a Moment Structure). The analysis confirmed that both spiritual motivation and religiosity scales have reliable psychometric properties. SEM (Structural Equation Modeling) also revealed that spiritual motivation and religiosity are positively associated with L2 WTC. However, neither of the dependent variables emerged as predictors of English language acquisition. Notably, when mediated by spiritual motivation, SEM revealed that religiosity can predict L2 WTC. The study concludes with a discussion of the results and implications for research.

Change of adaptability to increase employee performance in state-owned enterprises in agriculture

Purpose. The main purpose of this research is to summarise the descriptive analysis of change impact and evaluate the impact of change adaptability on employee performance in state-owned enterprises (SOE) in Indonesian agriculture. Methodology / approach. This study integrates theoretical perspectives on change management, adaptability, organisational learning, and employee performance. The model was tested at Indonesian agricultural state-owned enterprise which consists of 14 companies around Indonesia. The sample comprised 373 employees in middle management. Descriptive analysis and probability sampling were used with a disproportionate stratified random sampling technique, Likert questionnaire scale, and indexing with three box methods and Structural Equation Model in Analysis of the Moment Structure program used for the research model. Results. The findings suggest that learning from past change has a positive and significant effect on employee performance, but the adaptability of change and memories of change have a non-significant effect on employee performance. The models fit the Goodness of Fit Criteria (GFI = 0.934; AGFI = 0.911; CMIN/DF = 1.918; RMSEA = 0.050; TLI = 0.982; CFI = 0.985; NFI = 0.969; p-Bollen-Stine Bootstrap = 0.058); and also based on the descriptive analysis, changes in technology is the most significant changes that affect on company. Originality / scientific novelty. Several studies in the literature include the relationship between change readiness, and adaptability on employee performance, nevertheless, this study further builds and examines the construct of adaptability of change, memories of change, learning from the last change, identifying employee performance scales that should be paid more attention to and the significance among them. Practical value / implications. Based on the study’s findings, the role of learning from past changes in affecting employee performance in Indonesian agricultural state-owned enterprise provides a new and significant insight into the research literature on change adaptability and the challenges facing these companies. It has practical implications for managers and leaders confronting organisational change management in Indonesia, enhancing employee performance, and realising sustainable agriculture.

Unveiling the role of emotional intelligence as a mediator between digital leadership and employee cynicism: a study in the private higher educational institutes

Purpose Leaders’ capacity to execute innovative and inspiring activities significantly impacts whether educational institutions succeed or fail. This paper aims to explore the gap in how digital leadership (DL) affects employee cynicism (EMPC) and emotional intelligence (EI). In addition, the moderating impact of EI on the association between DL and EMPC is examined in this study. Design/methodology/approach The researchers have used a quantitative approach based on cross-sectional data technique. This study examines the effects of DL at Pakistani private universities. All the teaching faculty of Pakistan’s private higher educational institutes like universities were the population of the study. While using random sampling, data were gathered from teaching faculty members of such universities. Hence, 366 usable cases were found usable for final data analysis. This study performed the path analysis through the Analysis of Moment Structures in structural equation modeling (SEM). Findings Results confirmed that the positive impact of DL among teaching faculty in private universities in Pakistan depends on the EMPC and EI. Overall, the findings are according to the estimates. SEM evaluates that DL significantly correlates with EMPC and EI. On the contrary, EI also significantly impacts EMPC. Furthermore, findings describe that EI significantly mediates the relationship between DL and EMPC. Practical implications Based on the research findings, the current issues about how DL can enhance the EMPC and EI in the private educational sector are addressed. It has been explored that academic leaders must demonstrate the techniques that build up strong EI among the teaching faculty to maintain a positive EMPC. The study results offer policymakers and academic authorities significant guidance who embrace technology and will effectively lead their educational institute to acquire educational resources to enhance student engagement and learning. It has also been found that the institutes are significantly impacted by DL, by the behavior and attitude of employees, managers and representatives, eventually. The employees’ attitude is majorly known as one reason that affects their productivity. Hence, this study can be found beneficial in establishing a supportive environment and identifying the leaders’ EI, which can reduce the issues of EMPC. Originality/value The findings of the study indicate that private educational institutes need to focus on enhancing the EI of their teaching faculty and give importance to faculty members’ abilities to deal with the new digital techniques to improve their effectiveness in terms of teaching methodology and maintaining the teacher-student relationship. According to the researchers’ knowledge, very few studies have examined the connection between DL, EMPC and EI. However, the association between DL and EMPC is examined for the first time in a specific Asian context, namely in Pakistan, with the mediating effect of EI. Therefore, understanding the effects of cynicisms will be a valuable addition to existing literature.

The Screening Strategies Used to Establish Egyptian Women Entrepreneurs’ Attitudes towards Genetic Technology

In this quantitative study, the researcher examined the screening strategies used to establish Egyptian women entrepreneurs' attitudes toward genetic technology. Using a questionnaire, the researcher collected data from 318 Egyptian women entrepreneurs. From applying the path analysis through Analysis of Moment Structures (AMOS) version 26.0, this study’s findings demonstrate genomic knowledge’s positive effect on attitudes towards genetic technology (β = 0.176; p = 0.003). The path analysis shows that, on the one hand, the feasibility of screening procedures has a positive effect on attitudes toward genetic technology (β = 0.171; p = 0.000). On the other hand, this study’s findings show that societal and health system issues negatively and not statistically significantly affect attitudes toward genetic technology (β = -0.007; p = 0.556). In addition, this study’s findings help towards initiatives to improve genomic literacy through educational programs and in association with genetic experts. Moreover, this study’s conclusions foster community assignation and open discourse to generate a knowledgeable and supportive environment, ensuring that policies and practices align with women entrepreneurs' unique needs and concerns about genetic technology.

IMPACT OF CONSUMER PERCEIVED BENEFIT AND RISK TOWARDS THE PURCHASE INTENTION OF LIFE INSURANCE PRODUCTS WITH CONSUMER PERCEIVED FEAR AS A MEDIATING VARIABLE ON BANK JATIM JEMBER BRANCH

The aim of this research is to determine the influence of perceived benefits and perceived risks on intention to purchase life insurance products with consumer perceived fear as a mediating variable. The sampling method uses non-probability sampling with a purposive sampling technique, namely respondents are selected based on certain criteria. Hypothesis testing in this research uses SEM (Structured Equation Modeling) analysis and the program used for analysis is AMOS (Analysis of Moment Structure). The results of this study indicate that Perceived Risk significantly influences Intention to Purchase Life Insurance Products while Perceived Benefit does not have a significant effect. Perceived Risk also significantly influences Life Insurance Consumer Perceived Fear while Perceived Benefit does not have a significant influence. Lastly, Consumer Perceived Fear acts as a mediating influence on Risk Perception on Intention to Purchase Life Insurance Products.

Validation of the Online Learning Readiness Scale (OLRS) in the Context of Pakistan

The primary objective of the research study was to validate the Online Learning Readiness Scale (OLRS) in the specific context of Pakistan. A method of quantitative inquiry was adopted to administer and validate the instrument on a sample of 368 students from higher education institutions in south Punjab, Pakistan. For the purpose of to validate it, the confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was specifically conducted utilizing AMOS (Analysis of Moment Structures). The research results indicated that the model was found as being suitable in Pakistan, and no aspect was omitted from the model in question. Further, all the calculated values of model fit indices in accordance with the results were in acceptable limits. The scale revealed acceptable composite reliability and construct validity. The study has the potential to support institutions in tailoring their online learning programs in order to better satisfy the needs of their students, ultimately resulting in higher student achievement in online courses.