International Journal of Asian Social Science

Exploring the effectiveness of support systems for preschool staff in implementing inclusive education for children with autism in Malaysia

2025-11-18T01:47:54-06:00

This study seeks to examine the effectiveness of support systems available to preschool staff in implementing inclusive education for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Malaysia. Inclusive education is essential for promoting equity and meaningful participation of all children, yet preschool educators often encounter significant challenges when supporting children with ASD, including limited resources, insufficient training, and inadequate institutional support. Adopting a qualitative approach, this research will involve semi-structured interviews with five preschool teachers to explore the nature of support they receive, evaluate its effectiveness, and identify barriers and gaps in existing practices. The findings are expected to reveal the types of support systems currently in place, their impact on classroom practices, and the challenges teachers face in fostering inclusive learning environments for children with ASD. Moreover, the study will document teachers’ recommendations for strengthening support structures and professional development opportunities. By highlighting key factors that influence the success of inclusive practices, the study contributes to advancing early childhood education in Malaysia and ensuring children with autism are better supported to thrive in inclusive preschool settings. This study documents teachers’ experiences and recommendations, offering original insights to improve sustainable support structures and bridge practice-policy gaps in Malaysian preschool inclusive education.

Leveraging local wisdom in da'wah communication: A case study of the Semai indigenous community in Cameron Highlands Malaysia

2025-11-18T03:42:29-06:00

The topic of da’wah is a crucial pillar that underpins effective and sustainable communication between the preacher and the target audience. Understanding the local wisdom practiced within communities is vital, as it can serve as meaningful discourse in da’wah, making messages more relevant and impactful. Recognizing and utilizing indigenous knowledge allows preachers to tailor their approaches to resonate deeply with community values, especially when engaging with indigenous groups. Therefore, this paper examines the local wisdom of the Semai community in Cameron Highlands, Pahang, as a basis for da’wah communication. Using a qualitative content analysis approach, data were gathered through document review of journal articles and in-depth interviews with six Semai informants. Thematic analysis identified six key categories of local wisdom: hand skills, philosophy, social practices, leadership, medicinal knowledge, and survival skills. These elements reflect the community’s cultural identity and offer valuable topics for da’wah. The study underscores that preachers’ understanding of local wisdom is essential for crafting relevant, respectful, and effective messages. Such knowledge not only enhances communication and community engagement but also aids in documenting and preserving their cultural heritage. Incorporating local wisdom into da’wah strategies fosters stronger connections, ensuring the message’s longevity and the community’s cultural continuity.

The efficiency of cash management practices at government agencies in Malaysia

2025-11-18T04:12:16-06:00

This study aims to examine the efficiency of cash management practices in government agencies in Melaka, focusing on the Land and District Offices of Melaka Tengah, Alor Gajah, Jasin and the Melaka Land and Mineral Office. Data was collected through a survey using structured questionnaires, with a pilot test conducted to ensure reliability of the instruments. A total of 215 valid responses were obtained from staff directly involved in cash management activities. The data was coded and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings revealed that 97.2% of respondents believed that Green Cash Management (GCM) practices, particularly through the e-SPEKS system, have facilitated top management in monitoring and controlling cash flows. Additionally, 95.4% agreed that the use of Cash in Transit (CIT) reduced time spent on cash transfers. Regarding Physical Cash Management (PCM), 88.3% indicated that service quality improved steadily through these practices. Furthermore, 98.6% of respondents emphasized the importance of talent management in enhancing service quality within government agencies. Overall, the results highlight the critical role of implementing effective cash management practices to ensure efficient handling of funds, improve delivery systems, and strengthen accountability and transparency. The study underscores the need for continuous improvement in cash management strategies to promote efficiency and quality in public sector financial administration in Malaysia.

Ideological and political teaching under educational psychology in colleges and universities in China

2025-11-18T04:23:48-06:00

As social politics, culture, economy, and technology swiftly develop, ideological and political teaching (IPT) in colleges and universities (C&U) in China is confronted with new challenges. Therefore, this study analyzes the relationship between IPT in C&U and students' creative thinking from the perspective of educational psychology and investigates their well-being in daily life on the level of positive psychology. Since well-being affects college students' IPT smoothly or not, it influences their perception and evaluation of innovative thinking. This study adopts a questionnaire survey targeting students in private C&U to collect their suggestions. The results show that: firstly, social security and support factors account for the most significant proportion of the influence evaluation model of college students affected by positive psychology, followed by schooling factors. Secondly, the investigation of creative thinking indicates that 65% of students believe it is necessary to train creative thinking, and 45% consider that the cultivation of creative thinking is very important for their major. The optimization of college students' IPT, coupled with the cultivation of their innovative thinking, should be improved and innovated with the changes of the times, which is worthy of in-depth study by scholars.