Sense Of Togetherness Research Articles

University students' experience of online space while engaging in synchronous learning via videoconferencing amidst the pandemic.

The high infectivity and fatality of COVID-19 has changed the mode of higher education from onsite to online. Although many studies investigated the effectiveness and satisfaction of online education, little is known regarding university students' lived experience of online space during synchronous learning via videoconferencing. The present study explored how university students experienced online space when engaging in synchronous learning via videoconferencing platforms during the outbreak of the pandemic. The phenomenological approach was chosen to primarily explore students' experience of online space as well as their experience of embodiment and relations to self and others. Interviews were conducted with nine university students who voluntarily participated to share their experience of online space. Three core themes were generated from the descriptions of experiences provided by the participants. For each core theme, two sub-themes were emerged and described. The analysis of the themes demonstrated that online space was experienced as being separate from home but also inseparable because it was an extension of the comforts of home. This inseparableness is also reflected in the virtual classroom where the rectangular screen presented on the monitor is always shared with everyone in the class. Moreover, online space was perceived as having no transitional space in which spontaneity and new encounters occur. Finally, the presence of self and others was experienced differently in online space due to the participants' choices of being seen or heard using their microphones and cameras. This led to a different sense of togetherness in online space. The insights gained from the study were discussed in relation to considerations for online learning in the post-pandemic era. Based on the emerged themes from the results, the current study concluded that the online space created by technologies cannot be a complete substitute for traditional face-to-face classrooms and suggested possible implications for designing and using online space in university education.

ESP: STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS IN USING ROLE PLAY STRATEGY TO IMPROVE SPEAKING ABILITY

Abstract Speaking ability is a one-of-a-kind aspect of language development that is very important to be instilled from an early age. The purpose of this research is to examine ESP based on the students' perceptions of using role-play strategies to improve speaking skills. This article discusses how students can improve their speaking skills in ESP. ESP remains for English for Specific Purpose, and it is a component of English as a foreign language or second language. Typically entails teaching English to students or people who have already worked, with emphasis on the vocabulary and skills they require. Role play is a motion consultation program that includes elements of fun as well as a system and purpose. The ability to foster optimism and a sense of togetherness through active learning is one of the benefits of using the role-play method. Most students struggle with speaking when learning a language, particularly English. Problem speaking is typically caused by difficulties involved in expressing things verbally, a restricted vocabulary, restricted grammar skills that make it difficult to communicate with the right rules, and a limited power to pronounce words (pronunciation), making it difficult to the pronunciation of words that are communicated properly right.

Gen Z Self-Portrait: Vitality, Activism, Belonging, Happiness, Self-Image, and Media Usage Habits

Gen Z Self-Portrait: Vitality, Activism, Belonging, Happiness, Self-Image, and Media Usage Habits

Upaya Memupuk Jiwa Nasionalisme Anak Didik Rumah Pintar Yayasan Dolok Marsait Membangun di Masa Pandemi

The soul and values ​​of nationalism are very important to apply to students. In an effort to develop a spirit of nationalism in students, Rumah Pintar the Dolok Marsait Foundation, builds during a pandemic, which is one of the activities carried out for the children of the nation's generation, with the hope that it will foster a sense of love for the motherland and instill the values ​​of nationalism and Pancasila. The purpose of carrying out this activity is to instill a spirit of nationalism by introducing national and national anthems to students, sharpening the meaning of Pancasila as the basis of the state so as to foster a sense of love for the motherland and instill nationalism and Pancasila values ​​in students as the next generation of the nation so that created morals and morals in accordance with existing values. The target of this activity is students studying at the Dolok Marsait Foundation's smart house to build in order to create a generation of nations who have character with the spirit of defending the country and love for the motherland. This activity lasts for approximately 3 months which is carried out at each learning meeting. From this activity it can be seen that a sense of togetherness and nationalism grows within the students.

Conflict Resolution between Nahdlatul Ulama and Muhammadiyah Congregations in Tumpak Rejo Hamlet, Ponorogo Regency

The two largest and most powerful socio-religious groups in Indonesia are Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) and Muhammadiyah. They have members from all over the country and have different religious views regarding some religious rituals aspect. These differences often give rise to friction in the realm of social life. This study aims to describe the conflict resolution between NU and Muhammadiyah in Tumpak Rejo Hamlet, Tambang Village, Pudak District, Ponorogo Regency. This study used a qualitative approach, and the data were obtained from interviews and observations with the residents of Tumpak Rejo Hamlet. This study shows that the conflict between NU and Muhammadiyah members also stems from differences in views about religious practices that take place in society. The role of the village government and community leaders succeeded in producing conflict resolution between the two community groups and, at the same time, creating tolerance and mutual respect between the two. This study concludes that cultivating an attitude of tolerance, a sense of togetherness, and mutual respect between communities is a resolution model that can overcome religious conflicts in society.

The Effect of Promotion Servicescape, Destination Image Visiting The Thousand Island of DKI Jakarta

Introduction: Tourism is one of the government's priority efforts to improve the Indonesian economy. that tourism or what is often referred to as a tourist place is a geographical area that is in one or more administrative areas where the tourist place is located. Public space, tourism services, accessibility and a sense of togetherness are interconnected and complement the realization of tourism. If the offer of the destination is attractive, it will definitely encourage visitors to visit the tourist attraction. Because tourism potential is a factor that causes visitors to visit a tourist spot. If the visitors feel satisfaction (satisfaction) with the tourist attractions, they will definitely return to the tourist attractions (revisit intention) and will then provide recommendations (intention to recommend) to others. Method: This study uses SEM (Structural Equation Modeling) using SPSS software version 22 and LISREL SEM software. The research was conducted in the Thousand Islands , DKI Jakarta. From the research conducted, the independent variable has a significant effect on the dependent variable. Result: Based on the results of the study, the Destination Image variable has a significant influence to Revisit Intention through Perceived Value. This shows that, the more the image produced, the better the satisfaction and stimulation obtained visitor's intention to return. Conclusion: all hypotheses in the study can be accepted.

“Together, We Can Do This”: The Best Sport Teams Are Greater Than the Sum of Their Parts

Once upon a time, it was believed that the sport team with the best individual star players would be most likely to win all the trophies. Then one day, athletes, coaches, and sport fans, together with scientists (including sport psychologists), noticed that this did not always happen—so people began to doubt the idea. This was a concern because, for coaches to create great sport teams that can reach their potentials, the key ingredients for team success must be understood. Over time, there has been a shift from looking at the talent of individual star players to looking at teamwork. In this article, you will discover how the feeling of connection and relationship between players—their sense of togetherness—is the key ingredient in sport-team success. You will also learn some ideas for how to develop togetherness.

Where is Ubuntu in competitive South African schools? An inclusive education perspective

ABSTRACT The African philosophical concept of Ubuntu is the sense of togetherness and collaboration, and viewing people as being one part of a larger whole. In other words, the success of one should be the success of all. The correlation between the concept of Ubuntu dovetails with the cooperative and collaborative values of an inclusive education system, clearly enshrined in our Constitution. However, many South African schools are characterised by a competitive value system encouraging learners to outperform their peers academically, subsequently rewarding the learners' individualistic efforts to do so. These rewarded learners, generally comprising less than ten percent of the school population, experience privilege and distinction; their efforts are valued and celebrated. Their award-winning status allows them opportunities both within and post-school that are not afforded to the rest of the learners. The success of some learners occurs at the expense of other learners. Thus, there is a disjuncture between our sense of Ubuntu in proclaiming inclusivity on paper, yet in practice we continue to promote competitive values at our schools. This paper questions our double standards as educationists and explores ways in which we could reduce academic competitiveness to create schooling contexts that are conducive in realising inclusive education.

The Body in Religious Media Ecologies: The Case of Subaltern Latino Counterpublics

This paper explores the body-schematic and body-imaginative processes that underlie individuals’ participation in the public sphere via religious media ecologies. Utilising embodied cognition and social critique, the authors outline how subaltern counterpublics make use of the body to enact micro-oppositions to mainstream discourses. The paper also discloses the origins of higher objectivities (identity, sense of togetherness, justice, plausibility, opposition and openness) in embodiment. Discussing counterpublics through the prism of embodied cognition, as found in Latin religious media ecologies, constitutes a valuable alternative to the logocentric understanding of public consent. While the dominant discourse privileges abstract formal cognition, Latino subalterns use bodily, affective and enactive affordances given by religious media ecologies. The latter offer affordances and alternative strategies for enacting social imagination, bridging the personal and the public in physically choreographed joint intentions. Embodied participation suggests a constitutive process of public meaning that makes use of the body as the most fundamental medium of communication.

Dynamics of the Social Capital in Increasing the Competitiveness of the Riau Malay Woven Fabric Pekanbaru

The interaction of group participation from the social capital activity of the Riau Malay woven fabric IKM business group in Pekanbaru is intertwined with group participation, which continues to form a strong network. This research uses a qualitative case study approach to analyze the dynamics of the role of social capital to increase the competitiveness of Riau Malay woven fabric SMEs in Pekanbaru. Data collection techniques using observation, interviews, and documentation. Purposive sampling was used in determining informants and triangulation technique used. The role of social capital in the Riau Malay Woven Fabric industry in Pekanbaru was found in the research results. It showed a strong social bonding because they had the same kinship and ethnic Malay Islam, so social interaction was formed on a sense of togetherness, empathy, and firm trust. The implications are contributing empirically and relevant theories to the development of social capital as a competitive strategy. Keywords: competitive advantage; social capital; innovation; craft industry

Prepare the psychiatric inpatient unit for COVID-19 pandemic.

Prepare the psychiatric inpatient unit for COVID-19 pandemic.

Experiences of Home-living Vulnerable Older Adults with Clinical Depression during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

ABSTRACT Objectives Little is known about the diversity of older adults’ experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. We therefore investigated the pandemic experiences of home-living vulnerable older adults with depression, an understudied subpopulation. Methods We conducted unstructured interviews with N= 20 older (60+ years) adults with clinical depression receiving care in their homes in June and again in December 2020. Interviews were coded according to the grounded theory approach. Results We identified eight themes. Participants described feeling disconnected before and during the pandemic, which they attributed to their physical impairments and old age. Their social relations with family, medical providers, and caregivers helped them feel connected. Participants did not feel significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, but they missed social and physical contact. During the pandemic, isolation was normalized. Participants therefore experienced loneliness due to their isolation, but also a sense of togetherness with the rest of society. Isolation within the home was re-framed as cocooning, which provided a sense of autonomy. Participants nevertheless expressed resignation. Conclusions Home-living vulnerable older adults with depression experienced loneliness but also a degree of relief during the pandemic. Clinical implications Positively re-framing isolation and the stability of formal caregiving helped participants endure feeling disconnected during the pandemic.

Pendidikan Multikultural Dalam Membangun Integrasi Nasional

The many threats to national integration both from within and from outside must be immediately addressed by the government and also the Indonesian people. The problems that became one of the divisions were religious blasphemy and hate speech by several individuals who did not pay attention to and care about one group or another individual. The purpose of this paper is to find out the extent to which the government seeks national integration within the Indonesian state which is written using a qualitative descriptive method which is to describe the existing phenomenon and then describe it into a description, and which is the basis for writing this article and then begins by knowing the urgency of multicultural education as a barrier to the threat of national integration, then continues with the views of experts regarding the creation of harmonious national integration, its relationship with multicultural education, and ends by knowing what are the contributions of the Indonesian government in thwarting the existing threats. Then the result of this discussion is that it is known that the government seeks multicultural education in the fields of defense and security, politics, economy, and also socio-culture, because in carrying out their respective roles they must be based on a sense of tolerance, togetherness for the creation of Indonesian unity which has been fought for by the fighters. Indonesia's independence in 1945 and is also based on the ideology of Pancasila and Bhineka Tunggal Ika. With a sense of togetherness and tolerance among religious, ethnic, cultural, linguistic people, as well as various views and understandings of threats to the integration or national unity of Indonesia, it will not be a problem because of the formation of harmony in the life of the nation, state and language.

Wollo: A Land of Religious and Ethnic Amalgamation

Abstract Wollo is a province in Ethiopia where many ethnic, religious, and cultural groups live in harmony. The religious demography of the province, which has an almost equal number of Muslims and Christians living together intermingled, made social interaction inevitable. As a result, the community has a unique history of tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and a strong sense of togetherness. The people share many customary, cultural, and ritual practices. This paper thus examines the interaction and integration between the different ethnic and religious groups in Wollo that led to the emergence of a unique genetic amalgam and cultural hybridity in the province.

Preventing healthcare professional burnout in oncology: How creative patient encouragement can go both ways.

11020 Background: Cancer treatment is a difficult process that not only affects the patients themselves, but also their caregivers and healthcare professionals (HCPs). A cancer diagnosis is often a life-changing experience for both patients and caregivers, who may feel vulnerable and stressed in the face of such a complex disease. HCPs in oncology, who are constantly present on the frontline between life and death, often experience emotional and physical exhaustion. Such burnout of HCPs can lead to adverse effects on patient care. Therefore, it becomes important to prevent and manage HCPs’ fatigue to not only improve patient care, but also HCPs’ quality of life. Methods: This study qualitatively examined the experiences of HCPs who collaboratively interacted with patients and caregivers in the clinical setting. The Pacemakers initiative was developed and piloted in a large urban academic medical center with the aim to promote creative encouragement and companionship among HCPs and patients/caregivers. HCPs held ceremonies with personal awards for patients/caregivers during their treatment course, and their experience with the ceremonies was evaluated qualitatively with a survey. A thematic analysis was subsequently performed on the HCPs’ reflective essays ( N = 22) to identify recurring themes (italicized) in their experiences. Results: In general, we found that the HCPs felt that they were benefiting from taking part in the creative patient encouragement ceremonies. Many described the experience as motivating or inspiring ( n = 15), highlighting how such collaboration renews optimism and prevents burnout. The HCPs also reported feeling acknowledged for their behind-the-scenes work and support ( n = 5) and grateful to be given the opportunity to acknowledge their patients and caregivers ( n = 13), as well. Another common theme was that the HCPs felt that they were able to connect emotionally ( n = 14) with the patients and caregivers, describing moments of shared laughter and tears. Lastly, the HCPs reported feeling a sense of togetherness with patients and caregivers ( n = 13), often describing the relationship as akin to a team or family, and many stated that they were able to develop a more personal connection ( n = 15) with patients and caregivers through the ceremonies. Conclusions: Overall, we find that the benefits of encouraging patients and caregivers extend to HCPs. The positive impact of identifying and celebrating small but meaningful joys in the clinical setting is considerable especially upon HCPs, who find such experiences to be rewarding and refreshing. HCP burnout is common in oncology, and the findings of this analysis suggest that inspiring mutual encouragement and fostering collaboration between HCPs, patients, and caregivers are critical in reducing and preventing such fatigue.

Interrelated values between Bhineka Tunggal Ika and religious moderation to strengthen pluralism in Indonesia

Along this times, motto or watchword is no longer interpreted as values that must be transmitted. This condition also causes polarization in society. The purpose of this research is to identify and elaborate the values contained in Bhinneka Tunggal Ika and Religious Moderation to strengthen conception and practices of pluralism in Indonesia. This research used qualitative approach with a case study method. Data collection were performed by Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with experts in fields of multicultural education, historian and philologist. Based on results, interrelated values between Bhinneka Tunggal Ika and religious moderation are togetherness, justice, respect and harmony. Researchers also found several interpretations by this research on findings and discussion, i.e 1) Religious moderation teaches how to respond the differences, this is accordance with the principle of unity within diversity in Bhinneka Tunggal Ika; 2) Justice can realized not only when we act in an equality, but also when we are able to live coexistence where there is no envy of each other; 3) Conception of respect and empathy is a national commitment and part of togetherness value in Bhinneka Tunggal Ika; 4) Public empathy as an encouragement from collective awareness and also a sense of togetherness is several background for embodiment of behavior in implementation Bhinneka Tunggal Ika and religious moderation. From these values, step to put forward are mainstreaming of justice principle and recognition of different entities to strengthen pluralism in Indonesia both in education and wider community.

Iban Pop Song: Identity, Unity, and Belonging: A Public Perception Survey in Sarawak

Popular music has been known to convey a sense of togetherness and affiliation among diverse populations in multiethnic and multicultural nations. Malaysia is a unique case where local mainstream popular music has expressed a collective sense of unity and belonging among its multiethnic citizens and communities. Although numerous studies have examined this phenomenon, very little research has been conducted about the role of local indigenous popular music in communicating a sense of connectedness and inclusion among Malaysians from diverse backgrounds. The study presented in this paper set out to examine this by focusing on the role that Iban pop songs played for that reason. Through a public perception survey, the study gathered the views of 82 respondents from the Southern, Central and Northern regions of Sarawak on the famous Iban pop song, Biar Bekikis Bulu Betis by Andrewson Ngalai in terms of how it helped create ideas about unity and belonging among Sarawakians. The findings revealed that the participants asserted that Biar Bekikis Bulu Betis instills pride because it is synonymous with various occasions. The results also showed that the Biar Bekikis Bulu Betis song made the Sarawakian proud of their origin. The study has implications for future research as it highlights the necessity of acknowledging that the popular musical genre of the indigenous community can bring people together and feel closer to their home country.

Model Komunikasi Developer Syariah dalam Solusi Peningkatan Ekonomi Islam

The house is one of the most important needs in human life, as well as food and clothing. The house is one of the most important needs in human life, especially in the household. The house has an important meaning for every family because the house is a basic need where the family gathers. Government action for the welfare of the people. the role of the developer as a provider and housing development that can make this happen. So in this paper, we will discuss more deeply how the Sharia developer communication model in solutions to improve the Islamic economy. In conclusion, we can understand that the definition of a developer is the activity of a person in the property business. Which in the process Developers build, rent and buy property land which is then rebuilt housing and settlements which are then resold to the community. The functions and objectives of the developer include: conducting financing and negotiating to realize a development, creating the right residential concept, Development of housing/settlement by the developer so that a life order can be formed which contains physical elements in the sense that settlements are a forum for activities where communities meet to interact. Social interaction with the community, can be said as the embodiment of identity, housing / residential housing by the developer can also be a place of intimacy, a sense of belonging, a sense of togetherness, warmth, love and security, housing by a residential developer can be used as a root and continuity of life that where home is a place to return to the roots and foster a sense of continuity in the thread, process into the future. The Role of Developers in improving the Islamic economy: 1)Developer as an extension of the Government 2) Ease of Payment System 3) The formation of a new civilization 4) Welfare of society by fulfilling one of the basic needs. 5) Creating great job opportunities to improve the quality of people's lives. Housing development is aimed at realizing settlements that are functionally accessible.

When masses re-individualize: affect, contagion and control in digital modernity

ABSTRACT Loss of selfhood may be considered one of the most enduring assumptions in writings on crowds and masses. The contemporary idea of the social avalanche makes plain this expectation that no person can easily withstand the de-individualizing changes wrought by the momentum of collective forces. Individuals become the proverbial herd-like non-selves in those overwhelming moments. Yet the affective turn in social theory offers an alternative view of subjectivity that does not downplay the power of social avalanches but at the same time refocuses on levels of the self not fully articulated in previous works on crowds and masses. These are levels of re-individualization that both reaffirm self-identity and expose it to affective flows in non-conscious ways. In digitized environments, bodies may not meet up but identities can still be recharged by these flows to reinforce imitative beliefs and actions. Capitalizing on these flows, agencies of desire and control can effortlessly reshape subjectivity to instil conformity as well as a sense of togetherness in intrinsically alienating conditions. Hence, social avalanches may not necessarily inhibit identities but rather re-enhance them through affective flows within assemblages of control.

REVITALISASI MAKNA HIJRAH DALAM AL-QUR’AN DAN RELEVANSINYA PADA MODERASI ISLAM

The phenomenon of hijrah in today's modern society has a significant impact on changes in social attitudes. The change was based on the pros and cons in the meaning of the concept of Hijrah, the attitude of accusing each other and not respecting each other's views which led to social conflict so that it led to the loss of a sense of concern and a sense of togetherness between communities and religious communities. Revitalizing the concept is a reconstructive effort to create religious moderation, especially among Muslims themselves. Islamic moderation is an attempt to accept differences from each other's views, so as not to cause social problems. This article seeks to explain the important things that need to be done by everyone who conducts an assessment of the basic concepts that have implications for parallel and harmonious relations in society, especially on the issue of hijrah. People who emigrate should be an example for every spiritual and social action, not creating a problem of inequality and leading to estrangement in relations between fellow religious people. Hijrah taught by the Prophet, is the movement and change in the attitudes, habits and goals of a person's life which leads to a peaceful life that reflects the Islamic religion which is Rahmatallil 'aalamiin. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE AR-SA /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0cm; mso-para-margin-right:0cm; mso-para-margin-bottom:8.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0cm; line-height:107%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language:EN-US; mso-fareast-language:EN-US;} Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE AR-SA /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0cm; mso-para-margin-right:0cm; mso-para-margin-bottom:8.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0cm; line-height:107%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:Arial; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language:EN-US; mso-fareast-language:EN-US;}