Zainal Abidin Research Articles

Evaluating Student Acceptance of Interactive Infographics Module for Arabic Grammar Learning Using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM)

Arabic grammar learning textbooks are often associated with lengthy and unfocused information. Text-only content contributes to students’ disinterest in learning and in-depth comprehension of a subject. Infographics have emerged as a substitute for traditional textbooks, offering a more engaging and straightforward way to deliver knowledge through basic technological applications. An interactive infographic module based on a website has been developed and practiced for students as an alternative to the problem. This study aims to identify the level of student acceptance of the interactive infographic modules based on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and identify attitudes toward usage, readiness and behavioral intention for usage. A total of 72 students of Bachelor in Arabic Studiesat Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Malaysia were involved as survey respondents. To gather information, a set of questionnaires was distributed and an infographic website module was developed. The quantitative study’s data was descriptively analyzed using SPSS to assess how students accepted technology in terms of their attitude towards usage, readiness and behavioral intention for the module, and perceptions of its practicality and simplicity of use. The findings indicate that students who use technology have a high level of acceptability for the technology module and are prepared to continue learning Arabic grammar through the designed module because they see its advantages. The high ratings for these items indicate that the module improved their understanding of the material. The students’ interaction with the module was clear and easy to understand. They believe that a website-based interactive infographic module is an effective tool for learning Arabic grammar. This module is designed to supplement classroom textbook instruction. This study is considered a contribution to the use of technology in learning courses with extensive syllabuses that require conveniently available and better-understood supplementary materials.

Examining the Resilience of University Students: A Comparative Mental Health Study.

This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the resilience levels and mental health outcomes among university students, specifically those in the science and non-science fields. Mental well-being varies widely among individuals, particularly among university students.Thus, the aim of this study was to examine and compare the level of depression, anxiety, and stress betweenundergraduate students of the Faculty of Bio-Resources and Food Industry (FBIM) and Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (FSSG) from Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), Terengganu, Malaysia, as well as to identify the correlations between resilience and their mental health status. This study was conducted among FBIM and FSSG students of UniSZA starting from March 18, 2024, to May 31, 2024. A total of 329 students were assessed for this purpose. All participants answered questionnaires that were prepared based on the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21) and the Connor and Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC) through a Google Form (Google Inc., Mountain View, CA). Results: The Pearson's chi-square test, Mann-Whitney U test, and Kruskal-Wallis H test were used to analyze the data in this study. This study showed that the students from FBIM had poorer mental health than those from the FSSG (p<0.001). The results revealed statistically significant differences between the levels of depression, anxiety, and stress between students of the two faculties. Moreover, the research correlated the level of depression, anxiety, and stress with the resilience level to examine how individuals cope with psychological challenges. This outcome might be connected to students' resilience to overcome mental health issues. This research could potentially assist students in identifying their mental health status, as some may not be aware of their underlying brain conditions.

Takaful: Principles and Applications in Managing Death Charity Money Scheme (DCMS) at Tengku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, Kerteh, Terengganu to Develop Ecosystem of Halal Social Economy

Takaful: Principles and Applications in Managing Death Charity Money Scheme (DCMS) at Tengku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, Kerteh, Terengganu to Develop Ecosystem of Halal Social Economy

Strategi Dakwah Habib Ali Zainal Abidin Al Hamid Pada Masyarakat Desa Ketapang Banyuwangi

This article aims to describe Habib Ali Zainal Abidin's preaching strategy to the Ketapang Banyuwangi community along with supporting and inhibiting factors. A Muslim's busy work life causes his Koran worship activities to start to be put aside and even to be largely ignored. Seeing this phenomenon, da'wah activities must be better by presenting da'wah that has a plan and can bring about change. Habib Ali Zainal Abidin was present in the Ketapang Banyuwangi community to provide a new nuance of preaching. The da'wah carried out by Habib Ali was by creating several assemblies so that they could provide direct communication in transferring knowledge to the people of Ketapang, Banyuwangi District. Study of fiqh, Sufism and accompanied by qosidah salawat and dhikr. The method used in this research is qualitative with a descriptive type, meaning research that aims to create systematic, factual and accurate descriptions, images or paintings regarding the facts, characteristics and relationships between the phenomena being investigated. The findings showed that Habib Ali Zainal Abidin's preaching to the people of Ketapang Banyuwangi provided scientific material by providing solutions, giving examples with morals, calling with sincerity, visiting the community directly, not distinguishing between classes in society, istiqomah in preaching, and using the mauidzhah hasanah method . The supporting factor for Habib Ali Zainal Abidin's da'wah is that he is a preacher who is pious in religious knowledge and has a conducive place as a means for him to preach. Meanwhile, the obstacle to his preaching was that there were some people around the Islamic boarding school who were socially jealous and misunderstood the associations they held so they did not want to join in his studies.

Safe food handling knowledge and practices of Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin cafeteria food handlers

Food safety has become a huge concern among health authorities in Malaysia due to the serious impact of foods being mishandled during preparation, processing, or storage, especially in food service environments. Therefore, this study was conducted to study knowledge and practices of safe food handling among Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA) cafeteria food handlers. In this study, the questionnaires were modified from the previous study and distributed to fifty-five respondents who were selected using a convenience sampling method. The result was analysed and computed by using IBM SPSS version 21.0. This study found the average mean scores for all twenty items of knowledge towards safe food handling among food handlers involved in this study was 17.89±2.96. This indicates the majority of 87.3% (n = 48) respondents had ‘good’ knowledge while 7.3% (n = 4) respondents had ‘fair’ knowledge and another 5.5% (n = 3) had ‘poor’ knowledge score towards safe food handling. Besides, the majority of respondents had ‘good’ practices while none of the respondents had ‘poor’ and ‘fair’ score levels towards practices of safe food handling. The average mean score of practices toward safe food handling among food handlers involved in this study was 25.16±1.32. The results showed a positive correlation between the safe food handling knowledge and practices of UniSZA cafeteria’s food handler (p-value = 0.013). In conclusion, according to the score levels of safe food handling knowledge among food handlers of UniSZA cafeteria, the result revealed that the majority of the food handlers had a good level of knowledge and practices towards safe food handling. Good knowledge and the right practice among food handlers in their working premises would help to ensure that more harm to food can be avoided.

Za'ba's Approach in the Translation of Anak Raja dengan Anak Papa

One important figure in the history of translation in Malaysia is Zainal Abidin bin Ahmad or Za‘ba. He is the translator of Anak Raja dengan Anak Papa (1958), the first translated novel published by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka after its establishment in 1956. Za‘ba’s talent as a translator, however, is rarely discussed. Taking this into account, this article focuses on Za‘ba, specifically to discuss how he dealt with the translation of Anak Raja dengan Anak Papa, which was translated based on the English novel The Prince and the Pauper. To achieve this objective, a comparison is carried out between the translation, Anak Raja dengan Anak Papa (1958), and its source text, The Prince and the Pauper (1882). The changes that occur in the translated text are determined based on Nida’s (1964) framework of techniques of adjustment in translation. The analysis points to the fact that Za‘ba attempted to accommodate his translation for his target readers through the use of addition and alteration. Through this target-oriented approach, the conveyed meaning is clearer, and the resulting text is more reader-friendly. In view of the importance of this translation in the context of the history of publishing in Malaysia, this study hopes to contribute to the documentation of the history of translation in Malaysia, particularly involving translation into Malay in the early years after independence.

Needs Analysis Of Arabic Balaghah Module Development Through Infographics

The knowledge discipline of Arabic balaghah requires creative and innovative learning techniques to master it. Infographics are an alternative to making information or learning more concise, exciting, and easy to understand. Detailed information and learning content can be translated into graphics and summaries that engage students. This study was conducted to obtain students' views on the need to design and develop infographic modules to learn Arabic balaghah. Design and Development Research is used as the approach of this study. This study focused on the first phase, which needs analysis data using a set of questionnaires related to infographic design, infographic needs in achieving information, and infographic requirements in module content design. The subject is 136 Bachelor in Arabic Studies students who had taken the Balaghah Al-Qazwini Text Study course offered for the Bachelor of Arabic Studies Programme at Sultan Zainal Abidin University. Quantitative data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) software to obtain percentages, means, and standard deviations. The results of the study found that there is a need to develop infographic modules to help students master the knowledge of balaghah more efficiently and systematically.

Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab oleh Pelajar Bukan Muslim Menerusi Penggunaan Transliterasi Arab-Rumi/ Learning Arabic by Non-Muslim Students Through the Use of Arabic-Roman Transliteration

The situation of non-Muslim students who learn Arabic language calls for the need to present specific teaching and learning methods that can help them in mastering the Arabic language. Thus, this paper will discuss several scenarios related to learning Arabic by non-Muslim students at the university level. The use of Arabic-Roman Transliteration in the learning process is emphasized in this paper as a method for Arabic for Specific Purposes (AFSP). This paper contains a study in the form of a qualitative study using a questionnaire technique with an open question format as a data collection instrument. The research data was obtained from a group of non-Muslim students studying Arabic course at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA). The findings of the study show that non-Muslim’s perception towards teaching and learning Arabic language is very positive if the learning process can be implemented effectively. The use of Arabic-Rumi Transliteration is seen as one of the innovative teaching approaches that can inculcate learning motivation to non-Muslim students in learning Arabic language.

The Concept of Pious Children's Education in The Book Golden Ways Children Sholeh by Zainal Abidin bin Samsudin and Its Relevance To the Character of Adolescents

Damage to the character of children is caused by their distance from religious teachings and their lack of understanding of behaviour by Sharia. This study aims to determine the concept of pious child education in the book Golden Ways Children Sholeh by Zainal Abidin Bin Syamsuddin and its relevance to forming adolescent characters. This study used data collection techniques for library research and documentation studies. And analysis techniques using content analysis (content analysis). The results showed that the concept of pious children's education in the book Golden Ways Children Sholeh by Zainal Abidin Bin Syamsuddin refers to strengthening faith in children from an early age, such as certifying Allah Subhanah Wa ta'alah and familiarizing children to worship Allah. Some characteristics of pious children in the book Golden Ways of Sholeh Children include worshipping properly, praying diligently, loving the house of God, being fond of Infaq and giving alms.

Blended Teaching Method Using Self-Made Video and Dropbox Platform

Students nowadays, particularly Generation Z and Alpha, tend to lose interest and drop out of class when they are only exposed to lectures and PowerPoint presentations. This traditional technique has limits concerning restricted time due to the syllabus. The lecturers must compete to complete it and cannot repeat if students do not attend class to prevent disrupting the learning schedule. Given the extent to which technology was employed during the COVID-19 pandemic, utilizing blended learning to solve the issue would be a prudent choice. Thus, the main objective of this project is to apply blended learning, wherein the lecturer records and uploads instructional videos on the online platform, Dropbox after in-person classes. The self-made teaching videos link will be shared with the students via WhatsApp after the face-to-face learning session ends. 108 Diploma and Degree students who enrolled in Business Mathematics course from Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Terengganu, Malaysia were involved with this teaching method. Through the use of this blended learning strategy, over fifty per cent of the students were able to retain and improve their final exam grades. The students were expressed their satisfaction on this contemporary learning approach by giving high rating for the evaluation teaching course. This project proved that self-made videos as teaching materials and Dropbox as a sharing medium are one of the most effective choices for making learning more comprehensive and accessible. The shortcomings of traditional learning can be addressed by combining in-person instruction with instructional videos. This teaching method should be applied to other courses to ensure its efficacy across a broader range.

A prolific 19th-century Bugis scribe: Syaikh Zainal Abidin and his personal catalogue of 52 Qur’an manuscripts copied

Syaikh Zainal Abidin bin al-Khatib Umar was an eminent 19th century Bugis religious scholar and Qur’anic scribe from Pammana, Wajo, in South Sulawesi. Exceptionally for Southeast Asia, Qur’an manuscripts by Bugis scribes often have full colophons, with details of when, where and by whom they were copied, and so far five Qur’an manuscripts as well as a number of other religious manuscripts by Syaikh Zainal Abidin have been documented. A recent important discovery is Syaikh Zainal Abidin’s own catalogue of 52 Qur’an manuscripts he had copied, with details of each owner, located from Sumbawa to Lampung and Pontianak. This study attempts to link up the Syaikh Zainal Abidin’s known Qur’an manuscripts with those listed in his catalogue, thereby shedding further light on his biography and networks of patronage.

Sultan Sulaiman Badrul Alam Syah On the Socio-Economy of Terengganu, 1920-1942

The reign of Sultan Sulaiman Badrul Alam Shah (1920-1942) was a remarkable period in the history of Terengganu. Sultan Sulaiman not merely focused on the fishing industry, but recognised the importance of diversifying the economic activities of Terengganu, a state known for its primary coastal economic activities. The British Assistant Adviser posted in Terengganu, Major H.S. Peterson, confirmed in the early 1930s that the economic development of Terengganu had been proceeding smoothly. This situation indicated that the Sultan was aware of the importance of a more diversified economy to reduce dependence on a single industry for the sustainability of the state and its people. Hence, the aim of this article was to explore the extent of economic success in Terengganu during his reign in the 20th century. In addition, it assessed the development of the textile, copper, and boat industries and how Sultan Sulaiman’s involvement and actions established them as significant economic forces in Terengganu during the stated period. The study employed a qualitative method that involved the collection and analysis of data from primary sources obtained from the National Archives (Kew Garden), namely CO 840/1 (Terengganu Administration Report, 1920-1930) and CO 840/2 (Terengganu Administration Report, 1931-1940). The files of the Secretary State for Terengganu (1920-1942) were also used and obtained from the National Archives of Malaysia and the Terengganu Branch of the National Archives. Furthermore, secondary sources such as journals, books, book chapters, and magazines were used to corroborate the study. The research findings indicate that Sultan Sulaiman, despite being the son of Sultan Zainal Abidin III, successfully forged his own leadership identity and credentials. He even encouraged women to get involved in various economic fields at that time. Moreover, the education system, especially in the textile industry, was emphasised due to the interest of his queen, Tengku Ampuan Mariam, in the handicrafts produced by the people of Terengganu.

Evaluation of Occupational Health Safety Management System in Hospitals in Banda Aceh City

The most dominant hospital activity actors at risk of occupational safety accidents (SMK3) are hospital employees such as nurses, cleaning services, patients and visitors. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the application and factors affecting the implementation of occupational health and environmental safety management systems at dr. Zainal Abidin Regional General Hospital, Meuraxa Hospital and Banda Aceh Mother and Child Hospital. The data collection technique uses a mix method that combines quantitative and qualitative data with sequential explanatory strategies. The legal basis is Permenkes No. 66 of 2016, and the data was analyzed using the Likert scale method points 1-5 through SPSS version 26. The results of research at RSUDZA, RSIA, and RSUDM Banda Aceh show that the application of SMK3 is good to very good. However, there are several inhibiting factors that need to be considered by the hospital in order to improve the implementation of the Occupational Safety and Health Management System (SMK3) at RSUDZA, RSIA, and RSUDM Banda Aceh, some improvements can be recommended. First, RSUDZA needs to ensure the stability of K3 field officers and improve the marking of K3 signs. In addition, the unification of the drug room with pharmacy employees must be separated to be more effective. RSIA needs to obtain budget for ceiling repairs so as to block various small dirt falling from roof gaps, avoid splashing rainwater falling through the roof insulators or regulators of heat and cold coming from the roof, roof frame covers to make the space neater and cleaner, sound dampers, both generated by rainwater and other sounds and rearrange the right material placement. RSUDM needs to overcome solid waste piles, improve the marking of K3 rooms, and improve the arrangement of parking areas. In addition, it is important to hire additional security personnel in the ER. All these improvements are expected to improve occupational safety and health conditions in hospitals.

Radiation Safety Awareness Among Nursing Students in Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA): A Survey Study

Excessive exposure to unnecessary radiation may cause long-term effects to human being. Thus, nursing students should be knowledgeable about radiation protection and safety before starting their clinical placement at the hospital to minimize the risk of radiation. This research aims to identify the awareness level among nursing students in UniSZA toward radiation safety. An online questionnaire was distributed to all nursing students in UniSZA. The questionnaire survey consisted of a section for socio-demographic information and two sections for 5-point Likert scale questions, which were radiation knowledge and radiation protection practice. A total of 108 nursing students consented and participated in the study. Descriptive statistics were used for elaborating respondent’s demographic characteristics. Independent t-test was used to use to evaluate the influence of clinical training duration towards radiation safety awareness. All analyses were performed using SPSS 21.0. The results showed that nursing students have a high level of radiation knowledge with a mean score 3.67±0.68 and a high level of radiation protection practice with mean score 3.98±0.73. Furthermore, the findings indicated that the mean score of knowledge and practice among respondents with a clinical training duration of more than 8 weeks were 47.29±8.09 and 33.23±5.56, respectively. It was a higher mean score of the knowledge and practice towards radiation safety in respondents with a longer clinical training duration as compared with respondents with shorter clinical training duration with p&lt;0.005. The awareness of radiation safety among nursing students is crucial for assuring the health and safety of both patients and healthcare professionals. Through education and training, nursing students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively handle and minimise the risks associated with radiation exposure in healthcare settings.

Self-Perceived Competency Assessment among Dietetics Students in Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA)

This study aimed to assess the self-perceived competency among dietetics students in Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA). The self-perceived competency of the students was evaluated using the Nutrition Competence (NUTCOMP) questionnaire, a validated tool designed to measure the self-perceived competence of healthcare professionals, including dietitians, in providing nutrition care to patients with chronic diseases. A total of 54 dietetics students from UniSZA participated in the study, all enrolled in Year 4 Semester 2 during their clinical training. They completed the NUTCOMP questionnaire, which consists of various domains and items related to nutrition care practice, including communication skills, critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and professionalism. The results showed that the students perceived themselves to have a high level of competency, with a mean score of 140.1 and a standard deviation of 26.83. Specifically, the students reported high levels of confidence in their ability to interact with clients and stakeholders, interpret nutritional information into lay language, and apply critical thinking skills to research and evaluate nutrition practices. The findings indicate that the students felt well-prepared to enter the field of dietetics upon graduation, reflecting a positive perception of their competence in nutrition care. However, it is essential to acknowledge that self-perceived competency may not always align with actual performance, and objective assessments are needed to validate these self-perceptions. In conclusion, the findings of this study contribute valuable insights into the self-perceived competency of dietetics students in UniSZA. The results suggest that the students have confidence in their knowledge and skills related to nutrition care, indicating a positive outlook on their future roles as dietitians. Further research could explore the relationship between self-perceived competency and actual performance in dietetics practice, as well as investigate the factors influencing the development of competency among dietetics students. Understanding and enhancing competency among future dietitians are crucial for improving the quality of nutrition care and ultimately promoting better health outcomes for patients.

Differences in Daily Food Intake and Body Mass Index between Stressed and Unstressed University Students

Stress adversely affects health through direct biological and indirect behavioural changes, including in young adults. This cross-sectional study aimed to examine the variation between body mass index (BMI), and daily food, energy and nutrient intakes among Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin students according to their stress levels. A total of 221 eligible students aged 18–29 years were recruited. Data were collected using a validated self-administered Malay-language questionnaire as follows: sociodemographic, Depression Anxiety Stress Scales 21 questionnaire, and semi-quantitative Food Frequency Questionnaire. Weight and height were also measured using standard procedures. Data were analysed using independent samples t-test and Mann-Whitney U test. Overall, 39% of the students experienced stress; 26% and 18% were overweight and obese, respectively. The average daily energy intake (TEI) for male and female students was 2,992±1,063 kcal and 2,352±1,002 kcal, respectively. Approximately 63% and 88% of the students met their recommended daily intake of carbohydrates and protein, respectively. The majority of respondents did not achieve 25–30% of TEI for fat (70%) and had excess sugar (77%) and sodium (66%). The top 10 foods consumed daily were rice (97%), chicken (68%), table sugar (57%), green leafy vegetables (44%), candy/chocolate (30%), hen eggs (29%), tea (19%), marine fish (18%), apple (16%), and condensed milk (13%). There were significantly higher years of degree education (2.2±1.1 years vs. 1.7±1.0 years, p=0.003) and BMI (24.3±6.3 kg/m² vs. 22.6±4.7 kg/m², p=0.021) among stressed students compared to their peers. Stressed students consumed more pizza (Z=2.16; p=0.031), sausage/hotdog/frankfurter (Z=2.35; p=0.019), chicken/meat balls (Z=2.10; p=0.035), cake (Z=2.95; p=0.003), peanut butter (Z=2.37; p=0.018), and bean sprouts (Z=2.31; p=0.021) than their peers. However, a comparison among stressed and unstressed students revealed no significant differences in energy, carbohydrates, protein, fat, sodium, and sugar intake. This study shows that stressed students had a higher tendency to consume energy-dense food (i.e. fast foods, peanut butter and cakes) compared with unstressed students. A more detailed study is warranted to determine the personal dietary behaviours of stress eaters.

Knowledge and Attitude about Radiation Hazards on Pregnant Women Among Non-Healthcare Students in Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA)

Lack of awareness on radiation exposure during pregnancy in Malaysia can lead to a higher possibility of rejection from pregnant women to undergo an examination using ionizing radiation. This study aims to assess the general knowledge and attitude regarding radiation hazards on pregnant women among students at Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA). A cross-sectional study was conducted among non-healthcare students in UniSZA. A questionnaire was distributed online using Google Form to assess knowledge and attitude of radiation hazards on pregnant women. Descriptive statistics and Independent T-test were used to determine the knowledge and attitude of the respondents. A total of 120 students have participated in this study. Equal sample sizes are obtained with 60 male students and 60 female students. The total mean knowledge and attitude score for all students is 1.31 and 4.13 respectively. The mean knowledge of female students (M=24.27) (P &lt; .05) was higher compared to male students (M=20.20) (P &lt; .05). Mean attitude of female students (M=17.40) (P &lt; .05) was higher compared to male students (M=15.65) (P &lt; .05). Female students have higher knowledge and attitude towards radiation hazards on pregnancy compared to male students. Lack of knowledge and attitude on radiation hazards on pregnancy can give serious effects in the future. Continuous awareness campaigns on the benefits and risks of radiation must be held through various platforms to educate people regarding the radiation hazards on pregnant women.

Seorang Wanita Usia 23 Tahun Dengan Anemia Mikrositik Hipokromik Suspect Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune inflammatory disease with diverse clinical manifestations, disease course and prognosis, and it is difficult to predict the onset of acute and subtle manifestations, can attack various organs of the body, and can recur. Hematological manifestations in SLE occur frequently and are one of the criteria for ACR. Thrombocytopenia occurs in 25% - 50% of patients, leukopenia occurs in around 50% and hemolytic anemia with positive Coombs test results in around 10%. Cytopenia that occurs is usually the result of peripheral damage mediated by autoantibodies that cause bone marrow hypercellularity. In rare cases, hypocellularity occurs in the bone marrow due to mediation of T cells that inhibit hemopoetic cells, which causes bone marrow failure and causes anemia gravis. A 23 year old woman came with complaints of paleness, fatigue, decreased appetite, joint pain, nausea, vomiting, headaches, dizzy eyes. On laboratory examination on June 12 2023, microcytic hypochromic anemia was found, on June 13 2023, microcytic hypochromic anemia was found, on peripheral blood morphology examination, anemia was suspected due to iron deficiency, and there was a bacterial and parasitic infection process, on June 15 2023, hypokalemia was found. , hyperchloremia, hypocalcemia. On June 16, 2023, microcytic hypochromic anemia was found. On ECG examination, benign Ves arrhythmia was found. On chest examination, the lung showed no abnormalities, the cast size was normal. On ultrasound examination, Nephrolithiasis Dextra was found. So it was found on physical examination, and the patient's supporting examination was confirmed as microcytic hypochromic anemia suspect systemic lupus erythematosus, however in the patient in this case report it could not be established as systemic lupus erythematosus, because the patient was not willing to be referred to Zainal Abidin General Hospital, Banda Aceh for treatment. further examination.

The Usage of My Ahadith Al-Ahkam Mobile Application in Teaching and Learning for Syd21402 Ahadith Al-Ahkam Course At The Faculty of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin

The Usage of My Ahadith Al-Ahkam Mobile Application in Teaching and Learning for Syd21402 Ahadith Al-Ahkam Course At The Faculty of Contemporary Islamic Studies, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin

A quantitative exploration of the knowledge of pharmacy and medical students about Pharmacogenetics: Findings from a public university in Malaysia

Background: Having a strong foundation in the science of pharmacogenetics is a significant prerequisite for both pharmacy and medical students to apply this knowledge in patient care once they enter into the healthcare setting. This study examines the level of foundational knowledge of pharmacogenetics and interest in learning about pharmacogenetics among third and fourth-year pharmacy and final-year medical students of the University Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA) in Malaysia. Method: A total of 95 students participated in the study. A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted using a validated questionnaire from a previously published research paper. It was an electronic-based survey shared among the targeted population. Results: The average knowledge score for pharmacy students was 15.58 (SD ± 0.49) while final-year medical students had an average score of 14.56 (SD ± 0.32). A major percentage of the fourth-year pharmacy students were able to obtain scores higher than their junior counterparts and final-year medical students. Although the overall average knowledge score of the medical students was lower than that of the pharmacy students, nevertheless, they had a greater interest in learning about pharmacogenetics. Conclusion: There is a need to introduce up-to-date curricula for both pharmacy and medical students to enhance student comfort levels in pharmacogenetics practice.