Moral Character Research Articles

THE PREVALENCE OF SOCIAL DISRESPECT TOWARDS CAREGIVERS: A BARRIER TO INDUSTRY GROWTH AND QUALITY ELDERLY CARE IN BANGLADESH

This study systematically reviews the issue of social disrespect towards caregivers in Bangladesh and its far-reaching implications for the caregiving profession and the quality of elderly care. Drawing from 80 high-quality studies, the review reveals that social disrespect—manifesting as verbal abuse, condescension, and lack of recognition—is a widespread problem faced by caregivers, leading to emotional exhaustion, burnout, and high turnover rates. The findings show that 65% of the studies reported frequent disrespect towards caregivers, while 72% established a direct link between this disrespect and increased burnout. Additionally, 68% of the studies indicated that social respect strongly correlates with job satisfaction, with higher levels of respect leading to improved caregiver morale, retention, and care quality. Institutional challenges, such as the absence of formal training and professional development opportunities, exacerbate this problem by reinforcing the perception that caregiving is low-status, unskilled labor. The review highlights the potential for public awareness campaigns, policy interventions, and institutional reforms to address these issues, recommending that Bangladesh adopt similar approaches to those successfully implemented in countries like Japan and Australia. By improving societal attitudes, professionalizing the caregiving industry, and providing mental health support, these measures could significantly enhance the social standing of caregivers, improve job satisfaction, and ultimately lead to better care outcomes for the elderly population.

Implementasi Kurikulum Pesantren pada Sekolah Formal (Studi Kasus: SMP Muhammadiyah Plus Klaten Utara)

The purpose of this study is to examine how the implementation of the pesantren curriculum is integrated into formal educational institutions, especially in the Muhammadiyah Plus North Klaten Junior High School in designing the curriculum as a form of process of fostering, educating and encouraging students to underlie every behavior with good moral values or character. Formal School Education Curriculum to the Islamic Boarding School Curriculum In strengthening character education, data collection is carried out through observation, interviews and documentation. After data processing, the findings are presented in a descriptive form, and conclusions are formed from the data using source triangulation and methods. The results of the study show that there is an implementation of a formal education curriculum development model by collaborating with the values of the pesantren education curriculum which can be a solution in strengthening the morals of students. Thus, the curriculum becomes a tool in education that contains systematic and dynamic planning to achieve educational goals that have an impact on the social environment and society and are able to answer the challenges of the times.

Transforming Character Through Dhuha Prayers in Indonesian Education

General Background: Education in Indonesia confronts a myriad of challenges, including regulatory frameworks, funding issues, and diverse implementation systems, which have led to concerns regarding the competitiveness of graduates in the global arena. Specific Background: One critical aspect of education involves character development among students, particularly in the context of the digital era. Knowledge Gap: While various educational interventions exist, the impact of religious practices, specifically the habituation of congregational dhuha prayers, on student character has not been extensively studied. Aims: This study aims to analyze the effect of habituating congregational dhuha prayers at SD Islam Al-Huda in Kediri on the character development of students. Results: Utilizing a qualitative approach through observation, documentation, and interviews, the findings reveal that this religious practice positively influences students' attitudes and discipline. Novelty: The research contributes to the literature by demonstrating that religious-based interventions can effectively enhance moral character in educational settings. Implications: These results suggest that integrating religious practices like dhuha prayers in school routines can be a valuable strategy for character education, offering practical insights for educators and policymakers seeking to foster holistic student development in Indonesia. Highlights: Dhuha prayers improve character development and student discipline. Qualitative methods provide comprehensive insights through observations and interviews. Religious practices enhance character education in schools effectively. Keywords: Dhuha prayers, character development, Islamic education, qualitative research, student discipline

Innovative Quranic Teaching Methods Shape Moral Character in Students

General Background: Quranic education plays a crucial role in shaping the religious character of students in Islamic educational institutions. Specific Background: However, the effectiveness of various teaching methods in facilitating student understanding and application of Quranic content remains underexplored. Knowledge Gap: Limited research has been conducted on the specific methodologies employed in Quranic teaching and their impact on character development within Islamic boarding schools. Aims: This study aims to analyze the Quranic education practices at Pondok Wali Barokah and their role in cultivating the religious character of students through effective teaching methods. Results: Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and document analysis. The findings indicate that the teaching methods, particularly Manqul and As-Sama’, significantly enhance students’ comprehension of the Quran and Hadith while fostering attitudes aligned with Islamic teachings. Novelty: This research contributes to the literature by highlighting the practical implications of specific Quranic teaching methodologies on character formation, demonstrating their efficacy in instilling discipline, respect, and moral values in students. Implications: The results suggest that the successful implementation of these methods can serve as a model for Islamic educational institutions seeking to improve character education and cultivate a generation of knowledgeable and morally upright individuals prepared to positively contribute to society. Highlights: Manqul and As-Sama’ enhance Quranic understanding and application. Quranic education fosters respect, discipline, and moral values. Qualitative research reveals significant impacts on students' character development. Keywords: Quranic education, character development, teaching methods, Islamic boarding schools, qualitative research

The business and moral image of the party officials of the "second echelon" of the Bashkir ASSR in the era of "Khrushchev's reformism"

The article examines the business and moral qualities of the party managers of the "second echelon" of the period of the "Khrushchev reforms" in the context of one of the major national republics of the RSFSR – the Bashkir ASSR. The authors reconstruct the appearance of middle-level party officials who adhered to double standards in their party management activities. The phenomenon of the formation of a "new-moral" communist party subject with a pronounced focus on wealth is also concretized, which contradicted the official discourse of a highly moral socialist personality, who is not only a party worker, but, above all, a disinterested communist. The new trend observed among the party officials of the "Khrushchev set" – industrial and moral emancipation, which did not entail the irreversibility of severe punishment, was one of the manifestations of the complex institutional process of the era of "Khrushchev reformism". We are talking about a change in the value paradigm in the form of the refusal of party officials from rigid stoicism and orientation towards satisfying their personal interests. The research methodology is based on the principles of critical research understanding of the activities of the BASSR party apparatus in 1953-1964. The structural and functional method made it possible to reconstruct the managerial and business portrait of the BASSR party members of the Khrushchev era.

A dynamic evolutionary game to discourage enterprise “greenwashing”

To meet the increasing consumer demand for green products and services, governments have increased their regulation of enterprise production behaviors so that enterprises may choose “greenwashing” to obtain the premium of green products at the lowest cost under government regulation. The increase of greenwashing hinders green innovation by enterprises. To quantify this problem and seek solutions to promote enterprises cleaner production and sustainable development, we established a tripartite evolutionary game model for enterprises, consumers, and governments. Using the model, we analyzed the stability of their strategy combinations through simulations and explored the impact of some parameters on the strategy selection. We found that (1) the combination of enterprises adopting true green, consumers buying green products, and weak government regulation was the most environmentally friendly and low-cost strategy solution in the tripartite game system. (2) An increase in government penalties or subsidies to enterprises, as well as a reduction of the extra cost of producing green products, can improve the probability that enterprises will adopt cleaner production. Based on the results, the government should define reasonable subsidies and penalties, guide enterprises to assume their social responsibility, and stimulate consumer green demand. Enterprises should improve their moral qualities, actively engage in green innovation, and increase investment in green product research to guide the game system towards the ideal state.

Pendampingan Anggota Igra dalam Melaksanakan Proses Belajar Mengajar Kreatif dan Menyenangkan Berbasis Konten Kreator

Education is an effective way to combat poverty, with teachers playing key roles as facilitators, motivators, and guides in the learning process. In early childhood education, particularly in Raudhatul Athfal (RA), teachers play a crucial role in instilling values of faith, independence, and good moral character in children during their golden age (0-5 years old). This research aims to empower RA teachers in Kecamatan Turen to create social media-based learning content as an innovative method to enhance student engagement.The research method employed is Participatory Action Research (PAR), involving 13 RA institutions in Kecamatan Turen, with a focus on training teachers to produce digital learning content. The findings reveal that most teachers already use digital tools in teaching, but there are still challenges in developing digital content that aligns with the cognitive development of young children. Additionally, the study emphasizes the importance of creating official social media accounts and websites for each RA, integrated into a unified platform at the district level.The outcomes of this program are expected to enhance teachers' abilities in utilizing social media as an interactive and engaging learning tool. Thus, empowering teachers to create educational digital content is key to improving the quality of education, especially for early childhood. Continuous evaluation through feedback allows for the refinement of teaching methods, fostering a more effective and creative learning environment.

Reconstructing The Role Of Parents and Teachers In Islamic Education

This research aims to explain the importance of reconstructing the roles of parents and teachers in Islamic education. It is a descriptive study utilizing a literature review. The roles of parents and teachers in Islamic education need to be reconstructed because children are growing up in a different era from their parents and teachers. The millennial era, characterized by technology reliance, makes children quickly adapt to their surroundings. However, to protect children from the negative influences of the times, parents and teachers must possess competencies beyond merely educating and teaching in the real world but also guiding them in the virtual world. Therefore, Islamic education for children must be preserved, and parents and teachers must continue to be educators, guides, motivators, and role models for their children so that they can compete in their time while maintaining good moral character according to Islamic teachings.

Does Lack of Commitment Undermine the Hypocrite's Standing to Blame?

ABSTRACTAccording to an influential account of standing, hypocritical blamers lack standing to blame in virtue of their lack of commitment to the norm etc. which they invoke. Nevertheless, the commitment account has the wrong shape for it to explain why hypocrites lack standing to blame. Building on the lessons of that critique I propose a novel account of what undermines standing to blame – the comparative fairness account. This differs from the commitment account and the other prominent account of why hypocrites lack standing to blame offered in the literature: the moral equality account. Finally, I observe that, intuitively, lack of commitment undermines standing to blame and that many hypocrites might lack standing for that reason also. Moreover, typically the hypocrite's failure to address their own faults is a feature in virtue of which, other things being equal, the hypocrite is less committed to the norm in question. These two observations provide the basis for an error theory of the commitment account's appeal, despite its inability to explain why, qua hypocritical blamer, one lacks standing to blame.

Perkembangan Kurikulum Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Pendidikan Budi Pekerti di SMA

The development of the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) and Character Education curriculum in Senior High Schools (SMA) is crucial amidst increasingly complex social dynamics. This research aims to analyze the curriculum development process of PAI and Character Education, focusing on the implementation of character-based learning methods. The research employs a qualitative approach through literature review to explore relevant theories and concepts. The research design centers on identifying curriculum development principles, including the stages of planning, implementation, and evaluation. The findings reveal that effective curriculum development involves intracurricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities, with the primary goal of shaping students with strong moral character and a deep understanding of religion. A holistic curriculum that is relevant to students' needs can strengthen their moral character and mitigate the negative influences from external environments. The implications of this research highlight the importance of collaboration between schools, parents, and the community in developing a PAI curriculum that can address contemporary challenges and prepare young generations to face modern life with integrity.

Urban family with minor children: resources, moral guidelines and social adaptation of working parents. Part one

The first part of the article presents the results of studying the daily activities of working parents in the field of caring for minor children and their upbringing. Data from monitoring studies of the daily activities and time budget of urban residents carried out during 1986-2020 were used. The composition of families with children is considered and the resource characteristics of parents are analyzed, which turned out to be very similar for fathers and mothers. The relationship of parents' time spent on caring for children and their upbringing with parents' belonging to fathers and mothers, with their age, level of education, religious identity and income level in parents' families, as well as with some value orientations of fathers and mothers, is investigated. The analysis showed that the objective picture of working parents using time resources for activities with children does not agree with their subjective opinion that “activities with their childre n, their upbringing is the most important thing in the life of both spouses”. At the same time, most working fathers and mothers are satisfied with the time spent both on caring for children and on their upbringing as time resources. The characteristics of the provision of fathers and mothers with other resources do not affect their satisfaction with time spent. There is a direct relationship between satisfaction with the time spent on raising children and parents' satisfaction with life in general. An analysis of the moral guidelines of parents, which are the moral basis for the process of socialization of minor children in the family, has shown that more than half of the moral qualities related to virtues are the norm for the vast majority of fathers and to a somewhat lesser extent for mothers. At the same time, there is a tendency to blur parents' ideas about qualities-virtues and anti-virtues as a norm and deviation from it. In addition, a trend is emerging in which, judging by estimates, a considerable part of parents do not see a positive life prospect for their children, in terms of their social adaptation, if children in life are guided by the same virtues as the parents themselves. The first part in the article analyzes the composition and resource potential and the use of time resources of parents for child care and upbringing. The second part will be about the moral guidelines and the results of social adaptation of working parents. The numbering of tables and figures is continuous in both parts.

Character-Based Thematic Learning: Integrating the Values of Honesty and Responsibility in Elementary Schools

This research explores the integration of honesty and responsibility into thematic learning at MIS Nurul Yaqin Sambas and SD Inpres 6 Lolu, Palu City. Thematic learning, which combines various subjects through real-life contexts, provides a unique opportunity to instill character values in students. A qualitative case study approach was used, with data collected via observation, interviews, and document analysis. Observations focused on students' behaviors, while semi-structured interviews explored teachers' and students' experiences. Thematic analysis was applied, followed by data triangulation to ensure validity. The findings show that incorporating honesty and responsibility into thematic learning significantly improved students' awareness and behavior related to these values. Students demonstrated increased honesty and responsibility in their daily activities, while teachers played a crucial role by creating a supportive environment, using real-life examples, and recognizing positive behavior. This study suggests that integrating character values into thematic learning is an effective approach for elementary education, fostering students with strong moral and responsible character traits.

FEATURES OF THE PREPARATION OF FUTURE TEACHERS FOR WORK IN PRE-SCHOOL EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THEIR PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

The article reveals the specifics of training future teachers to work in preschool education institutions in terms of requirements for their professional activity. It was established that the future teachers of the preschool education institution, first of all, need to work with parents, since the closest environment of the child is the family. Certain aspects of the activities of future educators are disclosed, in which they should pay attention to the individual determination of children’s physical load. The possibilities of the preschool education institution in building its functioning in the direction of modernity, its relations with the surrounding society are revealed. It was established that in order to prepare the future teacher for interaction with the micro-environment of the preschool education institution, it is necessary to teach him to apply various directions of the organization of the innovative institution. It has been proven that the training of future educators can be effective on the basis of knowledge of modern principles of development and formation of a healthy lifestyle for children and parents. The necessity of training future educators to ensure the psychological safety of children during their stay in a preschool institution is revealed. The ability to clearly distinguish personal traits and peculiarities of a child’s mental state, to diagnose signs of children’s stress state, has been established. The main forms and methods of work of future educators regarding the formation of the need for a healthy lifestyle in preschool children have been determined. The principles of openness-closedness, which future educators should follow in their professional activities, are revealed. The main trends in the training of future preschool teachers have been established, which are related to the creation of a full-fledged space for the child’s development and the organization of comprehensive support for the individual development of preschool children. In the preparation of the future educator, special attention is paid to the personality of each child as the highest social value of society, instructions are given for the formation of a citizen with high intellectual, moral and physical qualities. This involves the creation of prerequisites for the development of activity, initiative and creativity of pupils and teachers, their interested interaction, as well as broad public participation in the management of preschool education.

Особенности темпоральности ориентированного на инновации человека

An important role belongs to the humanistic potential formed by creative abilities, moral and intellectual qualities of a person in the development of modern innovative processes. The article deals with the question of the innovative nature of man and the temporal foundations of his existence in the context of modern temporal issues. Conducting a comparative analysis of the interpretations of the categories of temporal issues helped to identify those meanings that lead to an awareness of the value of human innovation orientation. The most important role belongs to the spiritual potential in creativity, and its development directly depends on a person’s attitude to the temporality of his/her existence. In this regard, modern thinkers pay attention to the study of the antithesis of the trivial and unique in the temporal existence of man and the nature of repetition as a dilemma of the past and the future. Emphasizing the key importance of the moment in a person’s determination to follow a moral path, they answer the question of his/her belonging to the past, present or future. The conditions of innovation, which become obvious when a person orients himself/herself to the spiritual foundations of his/her being, are contained in each of the time modes. The author concluded that the nature of the temporal existence of an innovation-oriented person is distinguished by the uniqueness of its moments as the beginning of the production of new ideas, the unpredictability of the future and the variability of understanding of the past as a condition for free creative choice in the present moment. All these qualities are important in the development of modern innovations, as they ensure innovative continuity and the production of innovative ideas.

The effect of religious activities on the religious character of students at MA Sirnamiskin Bandung City

The rapid development of modern science and technology in the era of globalisation has opened a new era in social development, culture, and the mindset of mankind. In its development process, this era has created various challenges that must be solved, especially in the world of education. One of the challenges experienced by the world of education in the global era is the decline in moral quality or the degradation of national identity. Therefore, there is a need for moral improvement and development through the cultivation of religious character values in students at school, with the implementation of religious activities. The purpose of this study is to determine how religious activities, the level of religious character of students, and the effect of religious activities on the religious character of students at MA Sirnamiskin Bandung City. The research method used is the survey method. The population in this study were all students of MA Sirnamiskin Bandung City, totalling 318 students. The sampling technique in this study is probability sampling using simple random sampling technique. So that 48 respondents were selected as the research sample. The results of this study indicate that first, religious activities at MA Sirnamiskin Bandung City are in the good category. Second, the level of religious character of students at MA Sirnamiskin Bandung City is in the good category. Third, there is a significant influence between religious activities on the religious character of students at MA Sirnamiskin Bandung City. It can be concluded that there is an influence of religious activities on the religious character of students. The more religious activities are carried out, the more the religious character of students will increase.

Moral injury and mental health outcomes in nurses: A systematic review.

Introduction: Moral injury involves the adverse psychological, biological, spiritual, behavioural, and social consequences of actions that violate moral values. It can lead to anxiety, depression, burnout, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Nurses, who often face ethical dilemmas, are particularly vulnerable. Despite its significance, the relationship between moral injury and mental health outcomes in nurses remains underexplored. Aim: This systematic review aimed to describe the associations among moral injury, anxiety, depression, and quality of life in nurses. Methods: The review was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42023438731) and was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines. A literature search was performed in December 2023 across PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, and Web of Science. Peer-reviewed primary research involving nurses, published in English or Italian, without time restrictions, was considered eligible. The risk of bias and the quality of evidence were assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute checklist and the GRADE approach. Results: Out of 4730 articles identified, eight met the inclusion criteria. The analysis revealed significant positive associations between moral injury, anxiety, and depression, along with a significant negative association with quality of life. Conclusion: These findings highlight the need for healthcare systems to implement strategies that mitigate moral injury among nurses. Future research should prioritize longitudinal studies to explore causal relationships and develop targeted interventions. Additionally, standardizing the concept and measurements of moral injury is crucial for enhancing the comparability and understanding of this phenomenon.

Implementation of Inclusivism Values in Religious Education Learning to Build Human Solidarity at Karuna Dipa High School, Palu

This research examines the implementation of inclusivism values ​​in religious education learning to build humanitarian solidarity at Karuna Dipa High School, Palu. This research uses qualitative methods, and data is collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and analysis of written documents. The data analysis techniques used are data reduction, presentation, and verification. The research results show that: First, the values ​​of inclusivism are the basic principles at Karuna Dipa High School Palu, namely Inclusive (open) values, tolerance values, mutual help values, justice values, and brotherhood values ​​(humanism). Second, the implementation of inclusivist values ​​in religious education learning at Karuna Dipa Palu High School follows the inclusive religious education learning model from Jack L. Seymour and Tabita K. Cristiani, namely the "beyond the wall" learning model through several integration efforts, namely: 1) Integrated into the Vision and Mission of Karuna Dipa High School Palu, namely "Achievement, Personality and Competitiveness." 2) Integrated into existing religious education learning materials. 3) Integrated in extracurricular activities. 4) Integrated religious holiday celebration activities. Third, the significance of inclusivism in building human solidarity at Karuna Dipa High School in Palu is the following: 1) Building social solidarity between students with different beliefs. 2) Building an attitude of mutual trust in all elements of the school so that a sense of brotherhood is created between students, educators, and the Karuna Dipa Palu Foundation. 3) Forming a competitive spirit with noble moral character in Karuna Dipa High School students.

PREVENTION OF WAR AND ECONOMIC CRIMES UNDER MARTIAL LAW IN UKRAINE

The objective of this study is to elucidate the challenges inherent in the prevention of military-economic crime under martial law in Ukraine. In the light of the study's findings, the authors proceed to analyse the measures to prevent military-economic crimes under martial law in Ukraine. This analysis enables the identification and detailed characterisation of three principal levels: general social, special criminological and individual preventive. In the context of studying the general social prevention of military-economic crime, it has been demonstrated that the formation of patriotism among servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and other military formations is unfeasible without the implementation of an appropriate set of state and social measures aimed at fostering the consciousness and behaviour of the individual in anticipation of their future role as a serviceman. These measures must be designed to cultivate a range of qualities, including civil, socio-psychological, moral, physical, military professional and volitional qualities, in order to ensure the fulfilment of both the constitutional duty of Ukrainian citizens to protect the Motherland and the effective execution of combat missions in any circumstances. Within the framework of special criminological prevention of military-economic crime, the study substantiates and proves the need to create mental health units at the level of divisions and brigades, which should be headed by psychiatrists and include mental health officers (licensed psychologists and/or social workers with specialised education who have at least one year of experience in relevant medical institutions). The article establishes that the main purpose of individual prevention of military-economic crime is a positive correction of a serviceman's personality aimed at changing his behaviour from anti-social to law-abiding, and therefore the main measures of individual prevention of military-economic crime in the Armed Forces of Ukraine and other military formations should be the following: identification of sources of negative influence that contribute to the commission of military economic criminal offences; examination of the personality of typical offenders; forecasting the individual behaviour of persons prone to commit military economic criminal offences; planning individual preventive measures for identified persons; implementation of appropriate corrective influence on the personality of a typical offender aimed at avoiding the commission of military economic criminal offences; control over the behaviour of typical offenders.

Hybrid Teaching Design for the "Software Project Management" Course

This paper investigates a hybrid instructional design to improve the educational outcomes of the "Software Project Management" course. Confronted with the challenges of globalization and rapid technological progress, traditional lecture-based teaching has proven inadequate to fulfill the goals of contemporary education. The hybrid teaching model merges online self-directed learning with in-person interactive sessions, facilitating the acquisition and application of knowledge and the enhancement of practical skills through pre-class video instruction, classroom discussions, and case analyses. The educational objectives encompass the transmission and internalization of knowledge, the cultivation of professional ethics, and the improvement of students' comprehensive qualities. The instructional process is meticulously designed to include pre-class self-study, in-class knowledge assessment, case study discussions, practical coursework, and final evaluations. Moreover, the study places a special focus on integrating ideological and political elements within the curriculum to elevate students' ideological and moral qualities.

Kur’an’da İzzet Kavramının Anlam Derinlikleri ve Bağlamsal Kullanımları

The concept of izzet in the Qur'an is addressed in both positive and negative contexts, encompassing two main meanings. The first refers to the exalted and true izzet attributed to Allah, His Messenger, and the believers; the second refers to the condemned false izzet associated with disbelievers, hypocrites, and polytheists. The term izzet appears in eleven instances in the Qur'an and, including its related verbal and nominal forms, occurs in a total of 110 verses. Among these, the attribute "Aziz" is mentioned in 99 verses, denoting Allah’s majesty and His supremacy over all things. In a few verses, izzet is also used in the sense of condemned arrogance and pride associated with disbelievers. This article aims to analyze the different meanings of the concept of izzet as it appears in the Qur'an, exploring both its linguistic and terminological definitions. It examines izzet’s etymological roots, its usage in classical Arabic dictionaries, and how it conveys different meanings depending on the context of the Qur'anic verses. Additionally, the study highlights the distinction between the positive izzet attributed to Allah, His Messenger, and the believers, and the negative izzetassociated with the arrogance and stubbornness of disbelievers and hypocrites. For believers, izzet is seen as a high moral quality, symbolizing loyalty and submission to Allah. Conversely, when izzet is combined with arrogance and pride, it becomes a condemned trait in the Qur'an. This study aims to elucidate the depth and breadth of the concept of izzet within the Qur'anic context, providing insight into how believers should properly understand and embody this concept. Key Words: Tafsir, Quran, Quranic Concepts, Praised Honor, Blamed Honor