International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT)
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description: International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) eISSN: 2716-6430 is a peer reviewed open access journal published by Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. Since 2013, it has been providing a platform for the dissemination of original research with high quality ideas in the fields of Creative Technology and Heritage Studies, locally and internationally. TENIAT aims to present the scientific research and relevant methods within a scope of Creative Technology and Heritage Studies as well as in other related cross-disciplinary research from Malaysia and overseas. It stimulates and promotes local and global academic exchange among scholars and practitioners. TENIAT publishes two issues per year (bi-annual) – in March and September. It has distinguished and renowned local as well as international fellow of academic scholars and practitioners in its Editorial Board. It publishes articles written in either Malay or English languages. SettingsCall for Papers International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) Vol. 14 Issues No.2 - September 2026
publisher: UMK Press
language: en
publication name: International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT)
issn: 2716-6430
items: Functional Transformation of Traditional Houses in Melaka World Heritage Site: A Case Study in Kampung Morten
items: Visitor Satisfaction Across Recreational Activities at FRIM, Selangor
items: The Myth of Ulik Mayang as an Instrument for the Preservation of Intangible Heritage: A Case Study of Heritage Tourism Preservation in Kuala Terengganu
items: The Art of Kain Tenggarung: The Malay Aesthetics and Socio-Cultural Context in the Malay Peninsula
items: Exploring Relationship Between Willingness to Communicate and Communication Apprehension in English Among Malaysian Employees: A Preliminary Study
items: Research on User Acceptance Mechanisms and Usage Behaviour of the Palace Museum's AR Applications in Digital Guided Tour Scenarios: Based on a Multi-Theory Integrated Model
items: Research on the Evaluation of Traditional Villages: A Literature Review
items: Nature-Based Precepts Through the Lens of Flora and Fauna as a Natural Wisdom Among Jahai Community in Sungai Rual
items: Women’s Emancipation in Malaysian Literary Novels
items: Analysis Of Influencing Factors on The Teaching Competence of Junior Middle School Teachers
items: Digital Literacy among Bakery Industry Entrepreneurs: A Review based on the Triple Helix Model
items: The Art of Pantun: Symbolism and Aesthetic Interpretation in Si Bongkok Tanjung Puteri
items: Reviving the Aesthetics of Manchu Royal Embroidery: Symbolic Motifs and Their Applications in Contemporary Products
items: The Shadow Plays of Kelantan, Malaysia and Daoqing, Huan County of China: A Comparative Study of Social Functions
items: A Systematic Review to Identify the Experiential Learning Elements That Could Enhance Engagement And Effective Learning
items: Examining The Influence of Visual Aesthetics in Digital Storytelling on Audience Engagement for The Promotion of Intangible Cultural Heritage on Social Media
items: Chinese Traditional Cultural Elements in Modern Furniture: A Quantitative Analysis of Consumer Satisfaction
items: The Cultural Significance of Kuih Lemper among the Javanese Community in Bagan Datuk, Perak
items: Art Biomechanics of Joget Serampang Laut: A Motion Capture-Based Approach for Cultural Preservation
items: The Impact of Learning Outcomes and Career Guidance on Employability Skills in Chinese Vocational Graduates
items: A Blockchain-Based Framework: Enhancing Authorship and Academic Integrity in Architectural Design Education
items: Critical Factors of Fatal Accidents: A Case Study in a Manufacturing Plant in Johor
items: Traditional Belief Rituals and Taboos in the Manora Performance of Arunnoi So Eeb-Uwab Sin at the Songkhla Lake
items: Faunal Lexical Items as Meaning-Bearing Signifiers in Malay Pantun: A Semiotic Analysis from the Perspective of Visual Art
items: The Soft Power of South Korea: Analysing the Global Impact of Squid Game (2021)
items: Pedagogical Adaptation: Teaching Bahasa Melayu Phonics to Students with Autism in the State of Johor
items: Malay Heroic Archetype in the Script Si Bongkok Tanjung Puteri: Between Reality and Falsehood
items: The Impact of Pedagogical Agents On Learners' Cognitive Load in Mooc: A Quasi-Experimental Study
items: The Aesthetics World of Malay Sarawak Love Pantun: A Perspective From Malay Literary Poetics
items: Indie Writers’ Thoughts On Malaysia’s Political Reality: Lukacs’ Realism Analysis

Functional Transformation of Traditional Houses in Melaka World Heritage Site: A Case Study in Kampung Morten
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description: This paper examines the functional transformation of traditional Malay houses in Kampung Morten, the sole surviving traditional village within the urban centre of the Melaka World Heritage Site. While tourism adaptation presents crucial economic opportunities, rapid urbanisation and commercial pressure threaten the architectural authenticity and authentic cultural identity of these historical dwellings. Hence, this study aims to investigate the core factors influencing this functional transformation, assess its subsequent impact on structural and interior design and identify the conservation measures implemented by the community. Subsequently, this study employed a qualitative research design, in which data were gathered through purposive sampling via semi-structured interviews with 8 informants, including local homeowners and authorities, along with field observation, and were finally evaluated using thematic analysis. The findings reveal that the transformation is primarily driven by three factors: sentimental desire to sustain the family legacy, immediate structural maintenance needs, and the necessity of economic generation. In addition, the study shows that the structural impacts of this adaptation are minimal and conservative, with the transformation designed for interior space and modern comfort while maintaining key symbolic architectural elements. Finally, sustainable cultural heritage assets can be achieved through regular maintenance, active community collaboration, and informal heritage education aimed at younger generations. In conclusion, the functional transformation of traditional houses in Kampung Morten is carried out sustainably, demonstrating that adaptive heritage management can reconcile contemporary economic needs with the preservation of both tangible and intangible cultural heritage. ABSTRAK Makalah ini meneliti perubahan fungsi rumah tradisional Melayu di Kampung Morten, satu-satunya perkampungan tradisional yang masih wujud di pusat bandar…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Cultural Heritage
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subject: Functional Transformation
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subject: Morten Village
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subject: Traditional House
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subject: Tourism
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creator: Mohammad Izzat Madulan
creator: Suraya Sukri
creator: Daeng Haliza Daeng Jamal
creator: Nordiana Ab Jabar
creator: Zuraidah Hassan
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 245
ending page: 264
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.2134

Visitor Satisfaction Across Recreational Activities at FRIM, Selangor
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description: Nature-based heritage destinations function as experiential landscapes where recreational activities shape visitor satisfaction and perceived value. However, many tourism studies assess visitor experience at the aggregate destination level, overlooking variations across specific activity products. This study examines service experience and visitor satisfaction across recreational activity products at Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM), a forest heritage destination. The objectives were to (1) identify visitors’ demographic profiles, (2) evaluate satisfaction levels for individual recreational activities, and (3) compare satisfaction patterns between aesthetic-oriented and physically challenging activities. A quantitative descriptive survey design was employed using an intercept approach. A total of 416 completed questionnaires were analysed using descriptive statistics to determine mean satisfaction scores and comparative patterns across six activities. Findings indicate that aesthetic and leisureoriented activities such as photography/videography and jogging recorded the highest satisfaction levels, followed by nature trails and night walks. In contrast, physically challenging activities such as high ropes and camping/glamping showed comparatively moderate satisfaction levels. These results suggest that aesthetic and escapism dimensions play a central role in shaping visitor experience in forest heritage destinations. Education level influenced satisfaction for jogging, while visitation frequency did not show significant variation across activities. The study highlights the importance of analysing visitor experience at the activity level rather than treating the destination as a homogeneous entity. Practically, the findings support strengthening aesthetic-oriented offerings while enhancing safety, infrastructure, and service quality for challenge-based activities to ensure balanced recreational development. ABSTRAK Destinasi warisan berasaskan alam berfungsi…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Activity-level Analysis
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subject: Experience Economy
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subject: Natural Heritage
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subject: Recreational Activities
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subject: Visitor Satisfaction
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creator: Muhammad Abu Huzaifah Zulkifli
creator: Ainul Wahida Radzuan
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 231
ending page: 244
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.2120

The Myth of Ulik Mayang as an Instrument for the Preservation of Intangible Heritage: A Case Study of Heritage Tourism Preservation in Kuala Terengganu
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description: Intangible heritage such as oral literature plays a crucial role in shaping the sociocultural identity of a community. However, efforts to position the Ulik Mayang myth as a tourism asset around Kuala Terengganu still face challenges of commercial marginalization and negative societal stigma, labeling it as a superstitious (khurafat) practice. Therefore, this study was conducted with the primary objective of elevating the Ulik Mayang myth as a strategic method for preserving heritage tourism. This qualitative study applied a purposive sampling technique through an in-depth interview with a local inheritor of oral tradition, supported by a document analysis of the text Ulik Mayang. The findings from the thematic analysis revealed that the Seven Princesses narrative, centered at Bukit Puteri and Batu Burok Beach, is not a polytheistic (syirik) practice; rather, it functions as a social control mechanism and a manifestation of local wisdom. Furthermore, the findings outline the potential application of this myth through storytelling tourism, such as the establishment of the 'Seven Princesses Heritage Trail'. In conclusion, the structured integration of this myth not only counters the polemics of superstition but also generates economic sustainability for the local community, ensuring that the spirit of this traditional heritage is preserved for future generations. ABSTRAK Warisan tidak ketara seperti sastera lisan memainkan peranan penting dalam membentuk identiti sosiobudaya sesebuah masyarakat. Walau bagaimanapun, usaha untuk menjadikan mitos Ulik Mayang sebagai aset pelancongan di sekitar bandar raya Kuala Terengganu masih berhadapan dengan cabaran peminggiran komersial dan stigma negatif masyarakat yang melabelkannya sebagai amalan khurafat. Oleh itu, kajian ini dilaksanakan dengan objektif utama untuk mengangkat mitos Ulik Mayang sebagai satu kaedah strategik dalam pelestarian pelancongan warisan. Kajian kualitatif ini mengaplikasikan teknik pensampelan bertujuan …
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Heritage Tourism
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subject: Kuala Terengganu
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subject: Local Myths
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subject: Oral Literature
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subject: Ulik Mayang
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creator: Nurul Syuhada Mohd Sharol
creator: Nordiana Ab Jabar
creator: Suraya Sukri
creator: Chris Dickerson Thomas
creator: Nurain Adha Normee Hadee
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 158
ending page: 173
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.2116

The Art of Kain Tenggarung: The Malay Aesthetics and Socio-Cultural Context in the Malay Peninsula
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description: The Malay textile art was a tangible culture of Malaysia, and it was portrayed as Malay material culture in the aspects of art, craft, textile, and fashion. The Kain Tenggarung is another Malay traditional textile that has been worn by Malay royals and aristocracies for over 200 years in the Malay Peninsula, especially in Kelantan and Terengganu. This refinement of Malay woven textile is characterized by detailed intricacy on the Ikat technique and supplemented with Songket gold thread. Today, the Kain Tenggarung is unfamiliar and potentially extinct in the local Malaysian market due to the entry of imported fabric from India and Pakistan. This situation worsens because Kain Tenggarung is barely produced due to no demand amongst Malaysians. This study aims to describe aesthetic values in Kain Tenggarung motifs in the aspect of the Malay socio-cultural context through the perspective of the Malay aesthetics theory. This qualitative research approaches grounded theory and phenomenology through primary and secondary data collection that has been analysed by content analysis. The research findings reveal aesthetic values related to the Malay socio-cultural context of Kain Tenggarung motifs. Meanwhile, this study systematically documented the beauty of Kain Tenggarung as a Malay textile of the Malay world. ABSTRAK Seni tekstil Melayu adalah budaya nyata Malaysia, dan ia digambarkan sebagai budaya material Melayu dalam aspek seni, kraf, tekstil, dan fesyen. Kain Tenggarung adalah satu lagi tekstil tradisional Melayu yang telah dipakai oleh kerabat diraja dan aristokrat Melayu selama lebih 200 tahun di Semenanjung Melayu, terutamanya di Kelantan dan Terengganu. Penyempurnaan tekstil tenunan Melayu ini dicirikan oleh kehalusan terperinci pada teknik ikat dan dilengkapi dengan benang emas songket. Hari ini, Kain Tenggarung tidak dikenali dan berpotensi pupus di pasaran tempatan Malaysia akibat kemasukan kain import dari India dan Pakistan. Situasi ini semakin teruk kerana Ka…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Aesthetics
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subject: Kain Tenggarung
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subject: Malay
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subject: Motifs
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subject: Socio-Cultural
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creator: Mohd Jamil Muhamad Amin
creator: Nor Azlin Hamidon
creator: Zuriati Mohamed Shaari
creator: Arba’iyah Ab Aziz
creator: Nabilah Mudzafar
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 174
ending page: 189
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.2049

Exploring Relationship Between Willingness to Communicate and Communication Apprehension in English Among Malaysian Employees: A Preliminary Study
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description: Proficiency in English has become increasingly critical within the Malaysian workforce, particularly in administrative and professional sectors where communication effectiveness directly impacts organizational performance. Despite widespread recognition of English as a second language in Malaysia, employees often face challenges in using it confidently in workplace settings. Two interrelated psychological constructs communication apprehension (CA) and willingness to communicate (WTC) play a pivotal role in shaping employees’ communicative behavior in English. While previous research has examined these constructs in isolation, limited empirical attention has been paid to their interrelationship within the Malaysian workplace context. This preliminary study aims to investigate the relationship between CA and WTC among Malaysian employees. Employing a quantitative research design, a total of 64 participants from various government agencies responded to a structured online survey comprising the PRCA-24 and WTC scale. Both instruments demonstrated high reliability (Cronbach’s α = 0.85). The results indicate that respondents exhibit moderate levels of CA (M = 80.31, SD = 22.57) and WTC (M = 67.32, SD = 18.94) when using English in professional settings. Inferential analyses reveal no significant differences across demographic variables such as gender, age, years of service, or educational background. Importantly, a moderate positive correlation was found between CA and WTC (r = .504, p < .01), suggesting a complex interplay where higher anxiety does not necessarily inhibit communication intent. These findings highlight the urgent need for workplace language programs that integrate both linguistic training and psychological support, enabling employees to develop both competence and confidence in English-mediated communication. ABSTRAK Keperluan penguasaan bahasa Inggeris menjadi keperluan yang penting dalam kalangan tenaga kerja di Malaysia, khususnya dalam sektor pentadbi…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Communication Apprehension
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subject: English for Occupational Purposes
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subject: Language Competence
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subject: Willingness to Communicate
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subject: Workplace English Communication
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creator: Mohd Zulfadli Mat Husin
creator: Mohd Firdaus Mahamad Ali
creator: Darliana Mohamad
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 210
ending page: 230
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.1936

Research on User Acceptance Mechanisms and Usage Behaviour of the Palace Museum's AR Applications in Digital Guided Tour Scenarios: Based on a Multi-Theory Integrated Model
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description: This study explores user behaviour and acceptance of the Palace Museum’s Augmented Reality (AR) application, investigating the effects of Perceived Usefulness (PU), Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU), Attitude Towards Using (ATU), and Satisfaction (SAT) on Use Behaviour (UB). To address gaps in existing TAMECM-UTAUT integrated measurement tools for museum AR contexts, a new research instrument (encompassing UB dimensions such as continuance use) was developed. A pilot study with AR application users, analysed via SPSS 27 and SmartPLS 4, confirmed good reliability (Cronbach's α: 0.805–0.901) and convergent validity (CR: 0.885–0.901; AVE: 0.719–0.752). Results indicate the AR application (ARA) exerts a positive direct effect on UB (β = 0.187), with PU–ATU (β = 0.535) and PEOU–SAT (β = 0.379) as significant mediators. Findings underscore the role of psychosocial factors in AR design and provide guidance for digital cultural heritage AR applications. ABSTRAK Kajian ini menerokai tingkah laku dan penerimaan pengguna terhadap aplikasi Augmented Reality (AR) Muzium Istana, serta mengkaji kesan Kegunaan Yang Diharapkan (PU), Kemudahan Penggunaan Yang Diharapkan (PEOU), Sikap Terhadap Penggunaan (ATU), dan Kepuasan (SAT) ke atas Tingkah Laku Penggunaan (UB). Untuk mengatasi jurang dalam alat pengukuran gabungan TAM-ECM-UTAUT sedia ada untuk konteks AR muzium, satu instrumen penyelidikan baru (yang merangkumi dimensi UB seperti penggunaan berterusan) telah dibangunkan. Kajian perintis dengan pengguna aplikasi AR, dianalisis menggunakan SPSS 27 dan SmartPLS 4, mengesahkan kebolehpercayaan yang baik (Cronbach's α: 0.805–0.901) dan kesahan konvergen (CR: 0.885–0.901; AVE: 0.719–0.752). Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahawa aplikasi AR (ARA) memberi kesan langsung positif kepada UB (β = 0.187), dengan PU–ATU (β = 0.535) dan PEOU–SAT (β = 0.379) sebagai pengantara yang signifikan. Dapatan kajian menekankan peranan faktor psikososial dalam reka bentuk AR dan memberi garis panduan untuk aplikas…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: AR Application
  topic: keywords
subject: Palace Museum Beijing
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subject: Technology Acceptance Model (TAM)
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subject: Expectation Confirmation Model (ECM)
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subject: Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT)
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creator: Liu Xu
creator: Nik Zulkarnaen Khidzir
creator: Ainul Wahida Radzuan
creator: Yao Heng
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 147
ending page: 157
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.1887

Research on the Evaluation of Traditional Villages: A Literature Review
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description: ABSTRACT As an essential aspect of the preservation and development of traditional villages, the evaluation of traditional villages has not been thoroughly addressed in existing research. The current studies lack a comprehensive review of the research outcomes, making it difficult to fully reflect the status, challenges, and development trends in this field. This study aims to systematically review and analyse the literature related to traditional village evaluation. The research methodology integrates a comprehensive literature review, quantitative and qualitative analyses, and comparative study. The research summarizes existing evaluation models and findings, identifies existing issues, and offers insights into future research directions. The results reveal several problems in the current research on traditional village evaluation, including the limitations of evaluation methods, inconsistent evaluation standards, challenges in quantifying cultural value, and the partiality of data collection. Finally, the article outlines future research directions, calling for the further improvement of evaluation models, the unification of evaluation standards, and the innovation of evaluation methods to better promote the protection and development of traditional villages. ABSTRAK Sebagai aspek penting dalam pemeliharaan dan pembangunan kampung tradisional, penilaian kampung tradisional masih belum ditangani secara menyeluruh dalam kajian sedia ada. Kajiankajian semasa kekurangan ulasan komprehensif terhadap hasil penyelidikan menjadikannya sukar untuk mencerminkan sepenuhnya status, cabaran, dan arah aliran pembangunan dalam bidang ini. Kajian ini bertujuan menyemak dan menganalisis secara sistematik literatur yang berkaitan dengan penilaian kampung tradisional. Metodologi penyelidikan menggabungkan ulasan literatur yang komprehensif, analisis kuantitatif dan kualitatif, serta kajian perbandingan. Penyelidikan ini merumuskan model penilaian dan penemuan sedia ada, mengenal pa…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Evaluation
  topic: keywords
subject: Literature review
  topic: keywords
subject: Traditional village
  topic: keywords
creator: Zhou Zi Hua
creator: Omar Jamaludin
creator: Doh Shu Ing
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 188
ending page: 206
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1401

Nature-Based Precepts Through the Lens of Flora and Fauna as a Natural Wisdom Among Jahai Community in Sungai Rual
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description: This study examines of nature-based precepts as a form of life regulation among the Jahai Orang Asli community in Sungai Rual, Jeli, Kelantan, with a focus on the utilisation of flora and fauna. The Jahai community maintains a close and enduring relationship with the natural environment, where nature functions not only as a source of livelihood but also as a reference for values, behavioural guidance and cultural formation transmitted across generations. While previous studies have largely focused on socioeconomic issues, transformation and linguistic aspects of Orang Asli communities, this study highlights an increasingly marginalised dimension of local wisdom, namely nature-based precepts and taboos rooted in the surrounding environment. The objectives of the study are to identify the forms of petua alamiah practised, to explore the processes of knowledge transmission, and to examine their significance in the daily lives of the Jahai community. Adopting a qualitative ethnographic approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with seven key informants from the community. The findings reveal that petua alamiah practices are still maintained and continue to function as mechanisms for social regulation, safety, health and environmental sustainability. However, these practices have been adapted in accordance with Islamic principles following changes in religious affiliation among the Jahai community in Sungai Rual. In conclusion, the study demonstrates that nature-based precepts grounded in flora and fauna constitute a significant cultural heritage and contribute to a deeper understanding of human–nature relationships within the context of indigenous communities in Malaysia. ABSTRAK Kajian ini meneliti petua alamiah sebagai satu bentuk aturan hidup dalam kalangan masyarakat Orang Asli suku Jahai di Sungai Rual, Jeli, Kelantan dengan menumpukan kepada pemanfaatan unsur flora dan fauna. Masyarakat Jahai mempunyai hubungan yang sangat erat dengan alam semula j…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Nature-based Precepts
  topic: keywords
subject: Way of Life
  topic: keywords
subject: Jahai Community
  topic: keywords
subject: Flora
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subject: Fauna
  topic: keywords
subject: Local Wisdom
  topic: keywords
creator: Azyantee Mohd Zawawi
creator: Nordiana Ab Jabar
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 190
ending page: 209
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.1498

Women’s Emancipation in Malaysian Literary Novels
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description: This academic analysis analyses the liberation of women in the novel Dia Bukan Syurga (2018). Emancipation is the entitlement to liberate a woman from subjugation by men who frequently oppress her. A woman embodies gentle qualities, politeness, and an attractive appearance. The problem statement indicates that certain scenes emphasise women's dependence on men, rendering women passive and weak. This scientific study demonstrates that women do not inherently depend on men, but rather utilise men as a complement in their lives. The examination of the female character in the novel Dia Bukan Syurga (2018) by Rissa Adhiya will be conducted through the lens of emancipation, further demonstrating that the woman is not portrayed as weak in this narrative. Qualitative methods, including textual analysis of the novel Dia Bukan Syurga (2018), are employed to examine the chapters pertinent to women's emancipation. The study's findings suggest a surge in women's advocacy for their rights, serving as a pivotal element in the discourse of emancipation. This study aims to enlighten other creative writers regarding the distinct societal roles of men and women, particularly in Malaysia. ABSTRAK Kajian ilmiah ini menganalisis emansipasi wanita dalam novel Dia Bukan Syurga (2018). Emansipasi merupakan hak pembebasan seorang wanita daripada diperhambakan oleh golongan lelaki yang sering menindasnya. Wanita sering dikaitkan dengan sifat lemah lembut, sopan santun serta keindahan perwatakan. Penyataan masalah kajian ini ialah terdapat babak-babak yang menonjolkan tentang kebergantungan wanita terhadap kaum lelaki sehingga memperlihatkan wanita itu adalah bersifat pasif dan lemah. Hakikatnya, itu bukan sifat wanita sebenar, oleh yang demikian kajian ilmiah ini membuktikan bahawa wanita tidak meletakkan kebergantungan terhadap kaum lelaki tetapi hanya menggunakan kaum lelaki sebagai pelengkap dalam kehidupan mereka. Analisis watak wanita dalam novel Dia Bukan Syurga (2018) karya Rissa Adhiy…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Female
  topic: keywords
subject: Male
  topic: keywords
subject: Liberation
  topic: keywords
subject: Narrative
  topic: keywords
subject: Literary Work
  topic: keywords
creator: Nor Hidayah Rahin
creator: Nur Nafishah Azmi
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 91
ending page: 106
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.1548

Analysis Of Influencing Factors on The Teaching Competence of Junior Middle School Teachers
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description: This study examines the teaching competence of junior middle school teachers focusing on its core dimensions and background influences. This study surveyed junior middle school teachers in District M, Zhuhai City, China, using a randomized sampling technique and quantitative research methodologies based on the onion model theory. A survey involving 240 teachers across four schools was conducted using a validated teaching competence scale. Data were analyzed with descriptive statistics, confirmatory analysis, and group comparisons. Results show that teaching competence among teachers falls between moderate and high levels, with significant variations across gender and grade levels. Four key dimensions emerged: knowledge literacy, teaching ability, professional quality, and personal traits. Personal traits and teaching ability demonstrated the strongest correlations with overall competence. The findings suggest that professional development should prioritize strengthening teachers’ knowledge literacy and personal traits, while promoting balanced growth in teaching skills and professional qualities. This study contributes insights for enhancing teacher education and continuous professional development in secondary education. ABSTRAK Kajian ini meneliti kecekapan pengajaran guru sekolah menengah rendah dengan memberi tumpuan kepada dimensi teras dan faktor latar belakang yang mempengaruhinya. Kajian ini melibatkan guru-guru sekolah menengah rendah di Daerah M, Bandar Zhuhai, China dengan menggunakan teknik persampelan rawak dan kaedah kuantitatif berasaskan teori model “onion”. Satu tinjauan yang melibatkan 240 guru dari empat buah sekolah telah dijalankan menggunakan skala kecekapan pengajaran yang telah disahkan. Data dianalisis menggunakan statistik deskriptif, analisis pengesahan (confirmatory analysis) dan perbandingan kumpulan. Keputusan menunjukkan bahawa tahap kecekapan pengajaran guru berada pada tahap sederhana ke tinggi melalui variasi ketara berdasarkan jant…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Teaching Competence
  topic: keywords
subject: Knowledge Literacy
  topic: keywords
subject: Teaching Ability
  topic: keywords
subject: Professional Quality
  topic: keywords
subject: Personal Traits
  topic: keywords
creator: Liang Bixia
creator: Mimi Mohaffyza Mohamad
creator: Zhou Zhuosen
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 1
ending page: 22
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.1372

Digital Literacy among Bakery Industry Entrepreneurs: A Review based on the Triple Helix Model
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description: ABSTRACT The application of digital literacy among bakery industry traders is increasingly important in the era of rapid digital transformation. However, the level of mastery and use of digital technology among small entrepreneurs is still low and unbalanced, especially in terms of strategic support from universities, industry and government. Therefore, this study was conducted to identify the role and significance of the relationship using the Triple Helix Model to understand the role of these three entities in strengthening the digital literacy of local bakery traders. The design of this study used a quantitative approach through a survey method using a questionnaire as the main instrument. Based on the Krejcie and Morgan Table, the recommended sample size for a population of 89 is 73 respondents. However, this study used 57 respondents based on the accessibility and willingness of participants to be involved, in addition to considering time and resource constraints. The questionnaire that was constructed consisted of four sections, namely demographic information (Section A), the role of the industry (Section B), the role of the university (Section C) and the role of the government (Section D). A five-point Likert scale was used to measure the perceptions of the respondents. Statistical analysis showed that there was a significant relationship between the role of industry and government (r=0.000, p<0.01), as well as a significant relationship between universities and government (r=0.304, p=0.021), and between universities and industry (r=0.419, p=0.001). This finding reflects the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration in strengthening the development of the local bakery sector. ABSTRAK Penerapan literasi digital dalam kalangan peniaga industri bakeri semakin penting dalam era transformasi digital yang pesat. Namun, tahap penguasaan dan penggunaan teknologi digital dalam kalangan usahawan kecil masih rendah dan tidak seimbang, terutama dari segi sokongan str…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Digital Literacy
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subject: Bakery Trader
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subject: Triple Helix Model
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subject: Role of university
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subject: Role of Industry
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subject: Role of government
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creator: Gleenia Barry
creator: Suhaizal Hashim
creator: Atikah Amirah Mohd Zain@Halim
creator: Noor Hidayah Che Lah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 108
ending page: 122
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1384

The Art of Pantun: Symbolism and Aesthetic Interpretation in Si Bongkok Tanjung Puteri
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description: ABSTRACT Pantun, a traditional Malay poetic form, is a significant element in Southeast Asian cultural heritage, known for its structured stanzas and deep symbolism. This paper examines the role of pantun in the script Si Bongkok Tanjung Puteri, focusing on how its symbolic and aesthetic elements enhance the narrative and main themes. The study uses a qualitative approach to analyse the pantun in the script, emphasising the use of metaphors and natural imagery to convey complex emotions and cultural values. The findings show how pantun illustrates themes of love, societal norms, and sacrifice, adding depth to the narrative and enriching Malay cultural expression in modern literature. ABSTRAK Pantun, sebagai bentuk puisi tradisional Melayu, adalah elemen penting dalam warisan budaya Asia Tenggara, terkenal dengan struktur stanzanya yang teratur dan simbolisme yang mendalam. Kertas kerja ini mengkaji peranan pantun dalam skrip Si Bongkok Tanjung Puteri, dengan fokus pada bagaimana elemen simbolik dan estetik pantun memperkaya naratif dan tema utama. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif untuk menganalisis pantun dalam skrip tersebut, dengan menekankan penggunaan metafora dan imejan alam untuk menyampaikan emosi serta nilai budaya yang kompleks. Penemuan kajian menunjukkan pantun menggambarkan tema cinta, norma sosial, dan pengorbanan, yang memberikan maksud kepada pengisahan cerita dan memperkaya ekspresi budaya Melayu dalam kesusasteraan moden.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Symbolism
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subject: Pantun
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subject: Malay Literary Poetics
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subject: Love
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subject: Aesthetics
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creator: Siti Sakinah Mohd Zolkifli
creator: Zainatul Shuhaida Abdull Rahman
creator: Arwin Ramli
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 207
ending page: 219
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1413

Reviving the Aesthetics of Manchu Royal Embroidery: Symbolic Motifs and Their Applications in Contemporary Products
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description: ABSTRACT This study explores the historical and cultural significance of Royal Embroidery of Manchu, which flourished during the Qing dynasty (1636–1912), particularly under the reign of Emperor Kangxi (1661–1722), a period marked by peace and cultural consolidation. Originating from the Manchu people of Ulla in Northeast China, the embroidery was a meticulously crafted the court art form, symbolising hierarchical rank, authority, and social order. The designs embedded within these textiles reflected a codified visual language unique to the Manchu imperial court. However, efforts to preserve and interpret this heritage are facing challenges due to generational misunderstandings and historical misrepresentations by the public. This research aims to clarify the original meanings and hierarchical structure of Manchu embroidery, with the broader objective of informing its integration into contemporary Chinese fashion. Using a descriptive method, the study triangulates data from observations, visual archives, and museum collections. Semiotic theory is applied to decode the symbolic meanings of the motifs, while structuralist theory, particularly Lévi-Strauss’s and Binary Opposition are used to analyse the underlying systems and meaning that associate specific motifs with social rank. The findings offer valuable insights for both academic discourse and practical motifs application in fashion design, contributing to the preservation and revitalisation of Manchu textile heritage in contemporary contexts. ABSTRAK Kajian ini meneroka kepentingan sejarah dan budaya Sulaman Diraja Manchu yang berkembang semasa Dinasti Qing (1636–1912), terutamanya di bawah pemerintahan Maharaja Kangxi (1661–1722), iaitu satu era yang dikenali dengan kestabilan dan pengukuhan budaya. Sulaman ini berasal dari masyarakat Manchu di Ulla, Timur Laut China merupakan hasil seni istana yang dihasilkan dengan teliti, berfungsi sebagai lambang hierarki, kuasa, dan status sosial. Corak-corak yang dihasilk…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Aesthetics
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subject: Manchu Royal Embroidery
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subject: Qing dynasty
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subject: Sustainable design
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creator: Hanisa Hassan
creator: Sun Zengyu
creator: Yang Yueming
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 123
ending page: 142
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1414

The Shadow Plays of Kelantan, Malaysia and Daoqing, Huan County of China: A Comparative Study of Social Functions
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description: Kelantan shadow puppetry and Huan County Daoqing shadow puppetry are typical representatives of folk art in Malaysia and China and are integral parts of the complex whole of human culture. From an anthropological perspective, they exhibit many similarities. Throughout their long development histories, shadow puppetry has been assigned extensive roles within society and culture, with ritual, entertainment, and education being the most prominent social functions. This study employs historical and anthropological theories and methods to conduct a cross-regional and cross-cultural comparison of the subjects, analyzing their relationships between phenomenon and essence, culture and religion, society and history. Through objective narration and subjective interpretation, it aims to elucidate the essence of this socio-cultural activity. The results of this research will promote further cultural recognition and understanding between the two regions and ethnic groups, bring more attention and deserved respect to the great shadow puppetry artists, and inspire the younger generation to recognize and take an interest in traditional culture. ABSTRAK Wayang kulit Kelantan dan wayang kulit Huan County Daoqing merupakan wakil tipikal seni rakyat di Malaysia dan China, serta bahagian penting dalam keseluruhan kompleks budaya manusia. Dari perspektif antropologi, kedua-duanya menunjukkan banyak persamaan. Sepanjang sejarah perkembangan mereka yang panjang, wayang kulit telah memainkan pelbagai peranan dalam masyarakat dan budaya, dengan ritual, hiburan, dan pendidikan sebagai fungsi sosial yang paling ketara. Kajian ini menggunakan teori dan kaedah sejarah serta antropologi untuk melakukan perbandingan rentas wilayah dan rentas budaya terhadap subjek-subjek tersebut, menganalisis hubungan antara fenomena dan intipati, budaya dan agama, serta masyarakat dan sejarah. Melalui naratif objektif dan tafsiran subjektif, ia bertujuan untuk menjelaskan hakikat aktiviti sosio-budaya ini. Hasil…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Wayang Kulit Kelantan
  topic: keywords
subject: Huan County Daoqing Shadow Play
  topic: keywords
subject: Social Functions
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creator: Qiang Zhanqua
creator: Raja Iskandar Raja Halid
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 57
ending page: 69
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.1446

A Systematic Review to Identify the Experiential Learning Elements That Could Enhance Engagement And Effective Learning
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description: The aim of this review is to identify and explore elements of experiential learning that can enhance engagement and effective learning. A systematic search strategy was used across Scopus, Web of Science and Google Scholar, focusing on articles published between 2020 and 2023. Studies were selected using specified inclusion and exclusion criteria, followed by structured data extraction and analysis. The findings show that experiential learning has been successfully applied in a variety of sectors, including health, education, tourism, and pharmacy, using Kolb's experiential learning cycle and other related models. Key elements identified include reflection, feedback and engagement, all of which support deep learning and learners’ engagement. There are several areas that could be investigated in further research. First, investigate the impact of cultural and contextual factors on the effectiveness of experiential learning in various educational settings. Second, look at how emerging technologies such as virtual reality and artificial intelligence can be incorporated into experiential learning strategies. ABSTRAK Matlamat kajian ini bagi mengenal pasti tentang elemen pembelajaran pengalaman mampu meningkatkan penglibatan dan keberkesanan pembelajaran. Metodologi penyelidikan melibatkan strategi pencarian secara sistematik melalui pangkalan data Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar, dengan menggunakan kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi yang telah ditetapkan. Proses ini turut merangkumi pengekstrakan dan analisis data secara berstruktur. Kesemua item tersebut digunakan semasa kajian dilaksanakan. Bahagian dapatan kajian pula menunjukkan bahawa pembelajaran pengalaman telah berjaya diterapkan dalam pelbagai sektor seperti Kesihatan, Pendidikan, pelancongan, dan farmasi, dengan menggunakan kitaran pembelajaran pengalaman Kolb dan model-model berkaitan yang lain. Elemen utama yang dikenal pasti termasuk refleksi, maklum balas, dan penglibatan aktif, yang memainkan Peranan…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Experiential Learning
  topic: keywords
subject: Engagement
  topic: keywords
subject: Effective Learning
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creator: Lee Cheng Liang
creator: Mohamad Shahfik Afendi Abdul Ghani
creator: Tan Tse Guan
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 70
ending page: 90
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1511

Examining The Influence of Visual Aesthetics in Digital Storytelling on Audience Engagement for The Promotion of Intangible Cultural Heritage on Social Media
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description: ABSTRACT The preservation and promotion of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) increasingly depend on digital storytelling via social media, where compelling visual aesthetics can enhance cultural recognition, authenticity, and public engagement. While widely adopted, the empirical understanding of how visual aesthetics influence audience behaviour in ICH promotion remains limited. This study addresses this gap by examining the relationship between visual aesthetics and social media promotion behaviour—conceptualised as consumption, contribution, and creation—using the Stimulus-Organism-Response (S-O-R) framework and a reflective–formative hierarchical model. Data from 359 undergraduate students at Daqing Normal University were analysed using a two-stage structural equation modelling approach. Results show that visual aesthetics significantly and positively impact audience behaviour (β = 0.135, p = 0.020), explaining 50.8% of the variance (R² = 0.508). These findings confirm that visually enriched storytelling boosts user engagement behaviours such as liking, commenting, and sharing. The study advances theoretical understanding of visual stimuli in digital heritage communication and offers practical insights for content creators and policymakers to enhance user interaction with ICH content. Future research should consider cross-cultural user groups, culturally specific design elements, and additional mediating effects to deepen knowledge of visual engagement in digital cultural heritage promotion. ABSTRAK Pemeliharaan dan pemerkasaan Warisan Budaya Tidak Ketara (WBTK) semakin bergantung pada penceritaan digital melalui media sosial, di mana estetika visual yang menarik dapat meningkatkan pengiktirafan budaya, keaslian, dan penglibatan masyarakat. Walaupun telah digunakan secara meluas, pemahaman empirikal mengenai bagaimana estetika visual mempengaruhi tingkah laku pengguna dalam promosi WBTK masih terhad. Kajian ini menangani jurang tersebut dengan meneliti hubungan…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH)
  topic: keywords
subject: Social media engagement
  topic: keywords
subject: Visual aesthetics
  topic: keywords
creator: Liu Yuxiao
creator: Khairul Azhar Mat Daud
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 143
ending page: 155
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1695

Chinese Traditional Cultural Elements in Modern Furniture: A Quantitative Analysis of Consumer Satisfaction
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description: ABSTRACT This study explores consumers’ satisfaction towards integrating Chinese traditional cultural elements with modern furniture design in Jiangsu province, China. This study employs a quantitative research approach, utilising a survey-based method to assess consumer satisfaction. A five-point Likert scale was developed as the primary instrument for data collection, specifically measuring consumers’ perceptions of the integration of Chinese traditional cultural elements in modern furniture design. A pilot test was conducted to evaluate the instrument’s reliability and validity, with results indicating strong internal consistency and construct validity, ensuring its suitability for the main study. A total of 300 consumers from Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province，China were randomly selected as participants for the questionnaire survey. The findings indicate that the representativeness of design elements, symbolic meanings, material usage, design patterns, and sales interpretation positively influence consumer satisfaction regarding the integration of Chinese traditional cultural elements in furniture products. A regression analysis was conducted, and a regression equation was formulated to illustrate the relationship between consumer satisfaction and these five independent variables. ABSTRAK Kajian ini bertujuan meneroka tahap kepuasan pengguna terhadap integrasi elemen budaya tradisional Cina dalam reka bentuk perabot moden di wilayah Jiangsu, China. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan penyelidikan secara kuantitatif dengan kaedah tinjauan soal selidik bagi menilai kepuasan pengguna. Skala Likert lima mata telah dibangunkan sebagai instrumen utama pengumpulan data, khusus untuk mengukur persepsi terhadap integrasi elemen budaya tradisional Cina dalam reka bentuk perabot moden. Ujian rintis telah dijalankan untuk menilai kebolehpercayaan dan kesahihan instrumen tersebut, dan keputusan menunjukkan konsistensi dalaman yang tinggi serta kesahihan konstruk yang kukuh, menja…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Consumers’ satisfaction
  topic: keywords
subject: Chinese traditional cultural elements
  topic: keywords
subject: Furniture products
  topic: keywords
subject: Regression analysis
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creator: Guo Shuang
creator: Darliana Mohamad
creator: Hana Yazmeen Hapiz
creator: Mohd Yusri Mohd Naser
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 169
ending page: 187
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1722

The Cultural Significance of Kuih Lemper among the Javanese Community in Bagan Datuk, Perak
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description: ABSTRACT This study examines the cultural significance of kuih lemper among the Javanese community in Bagan Datuk, Perak, highlighting its role as intangible cultural heritage (ICH). However, the younger generation shows declining familiarity with preparation skills, reflecting broader vulnerabilities of culinary heritage in the face of modernisation. Employing an ethnographic qualitative design, the research combined participant observation during a village wedding with in-depth interviews (n = 8) selected through purposive sampling. Thematic analysis produced five key themes: (1) social function and communal labour (rewang); (2) cultural continuity across life-cycle events; (3) ritual and symbolic meanings in feasts; (4) adaptation through local ingredients and techniques without loss of identity; and (5) safeguarding challenges, particularly weakening intergenerational transmission and market pressures. Findings reveal that kuih lemper extends beyond food practice, operating as a medium of community cohesion, cultural identity, and embodied knowledge transfer. The preparation process fosters cooperation and interdependence, while its presence in ceremonies underscores its ritual significance. This article contributes to ICH and food-heritage scholarship by foregrounding a Malaysian Javanese case that nuances debates on identity, continuity, and globalisation. Policy implications suggest strengthening community-led teaching, integrating culinary apprenticeship into local programmes, and recognising kuih lemper as part of state or national heritage initiatives. ABSTRAK Kajian ini meneliti kepentingan budaya kuih lemper sebagai warisan budaya tidak ketara (WBTK) dalam kalangan komuniti Jawa di Bagan Datuk, Perak. Walau bagaimanapun, generasi muda menunjukkan kemerosotan dalam penguasaan kemahiran penyediaan, mencerminkan kerentanan warisan kulinari terhadap arus modenisasi.Kajian ini menggunakan reka bentuk kualitatif etnografi menggabungkan pemerhatian ikut serta s…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Cultural identity
  topic: keywords
subject: Heritage food
  topic: keywords
subject: Intangible cultural heritage
  topic: keywords
subject: Javanese diaspora
  topic: keywords
subject: Safeguarding
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creator: Ainul Wahida Radzuan
creator: Muhammad Muaz Abdul Malek
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 156
ending page: 168
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1721

Art Biomechanics of Joget Serampang Laut: A Motion Capture-Based Approach for Cultural Preservation
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description: As traditional performance traditions are threatened by modernisation and the constraints of conventional recordkeeping, it has become more important than ever to protect intangible cultural heritage. Joget Serampang Laut, a Malay dance originating from Melaka and reflecting Islamic ideals, Adat, and Adab, is especially vulnerable to superficial depictions that fail to acknowledge its profound symbolism. This work tackles the issue by employing an innovative hybrid methodology that combines motion capture technology with art biomechanics, providing both accurate documentation and interpretative interpretation of the dance as a cultural artefact. A male and a female dancer, both fulltime students at Institut Warisan Melaka (INSWA) who trained under Adiguru Noriah Ahmad, executed a whole 216-second routine. Cortex Motion Analysis software was used to capture and evaluate movement data from eight Osprey cameras and 21 retroreflective markers. The results showed that the male dancer used big, angular gestures to show strength and leadership, while the female dancer used small, circular motions to show humility and elegance. There was also a functional split, with the lower body responsible for movement and orientation in space and the upper body responsible for transmitting meaning and emotion. Motion trajectories recreated cultural floor patterns like circles, squares, and diamonds that fit with Malay cosmology and ethics. These patterns are typically hard to see in regular film. In conclusion, the study validates that the amalgamation of motion capture and biomechanics offers an innovative framework for scholarly examination and cultural preservation, enriching pedagogy while protecting intangible heritage. ABSTRAK Seiring dengan ancaman pemodenan dan keterbatasan kaedah dokumentasi konvensional terhadap tradisi persembahan tradisional, usaha untuk melindungi warisan budaya tidak ketara menjadi semakin penting. Joget Serampang Laut, sebuah tarian Melayu yang berasal d…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Art Biomechanics
  topic: keywords
subject: Dynamic Motion
  topic: keywords
subject: Joget Serampang Laut
  topic: keywords
subject: Motion Capture Technology
  topic: keywords
subject: Traditional Dance Preservation
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creator: Mohd Firdaus Mohd Herrow
creator: Nur Zaidi Azraai
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 126
ending page: 146
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.1660

The Impact of Learning Outcomes and Career Guidance on Employability Skills in Chinese Vocational Graduates
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description: ABSTRACT This study investigates the impact of learning outcomes and career guidance on the employability skills of Chinese vocational college graduates specializing in cross-border e-commerce. The research was motivated by the existing mismatch between graduates' skills and labor market demands, exacerbated by technological advancements and globalization. While previous studies have explored the direct effects of learning outcomes and career guidance on employability skills, there was a gap in understanding the mediating role of career guidance in this context. This study aims to address this gap by examining the influence of learning outcomes on employability skills and evaluating the role of career guidance as a mediator. Employing a quantitative approach, 280 valid questionnaires were analyzed using SPSS and PLS-SEM to assess the relationships between these constructs. The findings confirmed a significant positive relationship between learning outcomes and employability skills, with career guidance acting as a crucial mediator. The study suggested that vocational colleges should prioritize the development of clear, industry-aligned learning outcomes and invest in comprehensive career guidance services to enhance graduate employability skills in the competitive e-commerce sector. By aligning educational programs with labor market demands, policymakers can ensure that graduates are well-prepared for the workforce, thereby fostering sustainable development in China's vocational education system. ABSTRAK Kajian ini dijalankan bagi mengkaji kesan hasil pembelajaran dan bimbingan kerjaya terhadap kemahiran kebolehpasaran graduan kolej vokasional di China yang menumpukan kepada pengkhususan e-dagang rentas sempadan. Penyelidikan ini digerakkan oleh ketidakpadanan sedia ada antara kemahiran graduan dan keperluan pasaran buruh, yang semakin ketara akibat kemajuan teknologi dan globalisasi. Walaupun kajian lepas telah meneroka kesan langsung hasil pembelajaran dan bimbing…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Learning outcomes
  topic: keywords
subject: Career guidance
  topic: keywords
subject: Employability skills
  topic: keywords
subject: Vocational college graduates
  topic: keywords
subject: PLS-SEM
  topic: keywords
creator: Xiaohui Fan
creator: Asma Lailee Mohd Noor
creator: Khairul Azhar Mat Daud
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 94
ending page: 107
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1537

A Blockchain-Based Framework: Enhancing Authorship and Academic Integrity in Architectural Design Education
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description: Architectural design education faces increasing challenges in verifying authorship and preventing plagiarism, particularly with the rise of digital tools such as BIM and CAD. Traditional plagiarism detection systems are inadequate for visual and process-based outputs, making originality difficult to authenticate. This study adopts a Design-Based Research (DBR) approach to conceptualise two blockchain-enabled frameworks tailored for architectural education: 1) the Blockchain-Based Product Collection, which archives and verifies student submissions across semesters, and 2) the BlockchainConnected BIM, which logs design process data through command histories on a blockchain ledger. Both systems aim to enhance transparency, traceability, and multi-lecturer supervision while fostering academic integrity. Unlike existing models that focus solely on credentialing or post-submission validation, these framework embed authorship protection throughout the design process. The study provides a theoretical foundation for future prototype development and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration to realise a scalable, ethically grounded solution for design education. By securing both the outcome and the process, these frameworks offer a new paradigm for fostering creativity, accountability, and originality in the digital studio environment. ABSTRAK Pendidikan reka bentuk seni bina kini berdepan dengan cabaran besar dalam mengesahkan hak cipta dan mencegah plagiat, terutamanya dengan peningkatan penggunaan alat digital seperti BIM dan CAD. Sistem pengesanan plagiat tradisional tidak sesuai untuk menilai hasil kerja visual dan berasaskan proses, menjadikan keaslian hasil kerja sukar untuk dibuktikan. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan Design-Based Research (DBR) untuk mencadangkan dua rangka kerja berasaskan blockchain yang disesuaikan untuk pendidikan seni bina: 1) Blockchain-Based Product Collection, yang mengarkib dan mengesahkan penyerahan pelajar dan 2) the Blockchain-Connected…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Academic Integrity
  topic: keywords
subject: Architectural Education
  topic: keywords
subject: Authorship
  topic: keywords
subject: Blockchain
  topic: keywords
subject: NFT
  topic: keywords
subject: Plagiarism
  topic: keywords
creator: M. Galieh Gunagama
creator: Mhd Hafiz Karami Mhd Zain
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 107
ending page: 125
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.1580

Critical Factors of Fatal Accidents: A Case Study in a Manufacturing Plant in Johor
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description: ABSTRACT This study explores the critical factors contributing to fatal workplace accidents in the manufacturing sector, focusing on a case involving a fatal incident at a manufacturing plant in Johor, Malaysia. The primary objective of the study is to identify the key causes behind the incident to improve understanding of existing safety management deficiencies. A qualitative approach was employed, using semi-structured interviews with five relevant individuals, including investigators, management staff, and eyewitnesses. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify recurring patterns and key themes. The findings reveal several critical contributing factors, including lack of proper safety equipment, inadequate safety training, poor risk management practices, inconsistent safety supervision, and absence of post-incident investigation. These insights highlight the urgent need for systemic improvements in workplace safety practices and support the adoption of more proactive and structured safety management approaches within the manufacturing sector. ABSTRAK Kajian ini menyiasat faktor-faktor kritikal yang menyumbang kepada kemalangan maut di tempat kerja dalam sektor pembuatan dengan memfokuskan kepada satu kes kemalangan maut yang berlaku di sebuah kilang pembuatan di Johor, Malaysia. Objektif utama kajian ini adalah untuk mengenal pasti punca utama yang membawa kepada insiden tersebut bagi membantu meningkatkan kefahaman terhadap kelemahan dalam pengurusan keselamatan sedia ada. Kajian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan kaedah temu bual separa berstruktur yang melibatkan lima orang individu berkaitan termasuk pegawai penyiasat, pengurusan, dan saksi kejadian. Data dianalisis menggunakan kaedah analisis tematik bagi mengenal pasti corak dan tema utama. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan beberapa faktor utama yang menyumbang kepada insiden kemalangan maut, termasuk kekurangan peralatan keselamatan, latihan keselamatan yang tidak mencukupi, amalan pengurusan r…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Fatal accident
  topic: keywords
subject: Manufacturing sector
  topic: keywords
subject: Occupational safety
  topic: keywords
subject: Risk management
  topic: keywords
subject: Safety culture
  topic: keywords
creator: Azmir Azhar
creator: Khairul Azhar Mat Daud
creator: Darliana Mohamad
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 82
ending page: 93
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1418

Traditional Belief Rituals and Taboos in the Manora Performance of Arunnoi So Eeb-Uwab Sin at the Songkhla Lake
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description: ABSTRACT Nora or Manora Rong Khru in Songkhla is a heritage performance art deeply rooted in ritual beliefs, as it involves ceremonies inviting the ancestral spirits of Manora lineage to receive homage. This study addresses the gap in understanding of Manora rituals in contemporary society, where Manora performances are now merely viewed as cultural performances, whereas in reality, they represent a profound spiritual heritage belief deeply embedded in Southern Thai tradition. Therefore, this study examines the rituals and traditional beliefs of the Manora Arunnoi So Eeb-Uwab Sin group, with particular emphasis on preserving the authenticity of rituals, rules, and prohibitions that must be observed by their descendants in the current social context. Additionally, these rituals aim to introduce new generations to the art of Manora. The study focuses on the ritual beliefs of Manora Arunnoi So Eeb-Uwab Sin in Songkhla Province, including the strict rules and prohibitions upheld by the descendants of the Manora Arunnoi So Eeb-Uwab Sin group. This qualitative research collected data through observation and interviews with an expert from the Manora Arunnoi So Eeb-Uwab Sin group in Songkhla Province. The findings explain the ritual beliefs of Manora, including matters that constitute rules and prohibitions for the descendants of the Manora Arunnoi So Eeb-Uwab Sin group in Songkhla Province. The study identified 10 ceremonial beliefs: beliefs about Khru Mor Nora, beliefs about redemption, beliefs about celebrating Serd and tying the great cloth, beliefs about Taeng Khe, beliefs about healing diseases, beliefs about Yiebsen, beliefs about hair cutting, beliefs about dancing with bracelet insertion, beliefs about Khaosong and Rangsong, and beliefs about black magic. ABSTRAK Nora atau Manora Rong Khru di Songkhla merupakan persembahan seni warisan yang sarat dengan ritual kepercayaan kerana ia adalah upacara menjemput nenek moyang keturunan manora hadir untuk memberi penghorma…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Belief Ritual
  topic: keywords
subject: Manora Arunnoi So Eeb-Uwab
  topic: keywords
subject: Songkhla Province
  topic: keywords
subject: Traditional
  topic: keywords
creator: Ruslan Samae
creator: Nitasneem Nisen
creator: Sahidin Nitiphak
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 44
ending page: 56
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1408

Faunal Lexical Items as Meaning-Bearing Signifiers in Malay Pantun: A Semiotic Analysis from the Perspective of Visual Art
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description: Malay pantun is one of the traditional poetic forms rich in natural symbolism, particularly in the use of fauna (animals) as meaningful lexical elements and as important components through figurative expressions. The use of fauna such as birds, fish, or insects is often employed to symbolize human life situations, for instance in portraying emotions or particular circumstances. Meanwhile, visual art refers to artworks that can be directly perceived through sight. It represents a form of creative expression arranged aesthetically through design elements such as point, line, shape, form, color, tone, texture, and space to produce a work of art. The use of animal symbolism in pantun is not merely intended to embellish the poem, but also reflects the close relationship between the Malay community of the past and the natural environment surrounding them. Therefore, this study aims to identify the use of fauna-related lexical items in Malay pantun and to analyze the symbolic meanings of these fauna elements by examining their connections from the perspective of visual art. This study employs a qualitative approach based on textual analysis, using Pantun Melayu Bingkisan Permata (2007) as the primary data source. The analysis is guided by Ferdinand de Saussure’s Semiotic Theory, particularly the concepts of the signifier, the signified, and the arbitrary relationship formed through the cultural conventions of the Malay community. The findings indicate that fauna elements such as the chicken, dove, tiger, shrimp, and horseshoe crab function as symbols that convey various social, moral, and emotional meanings, including values of courtesy, loyalty, social hierarchy, and admonition against improper human behavior. In addition, the study also finds that the same fauna symbols function consistently in visual artworks as effective representations of cultural communication. This study contributes to the enrichment of Malay literary discourse by expanding the analysis of fauna sym…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Malay Pantun
  topic: keywords
subject: Fauna
  topic: keywords
subject: Semiotics
  topic: keywords
subject: Symbolism
  topic: keywords
subject: Visual Art
  topic: keywords
creator: Azyantee Mohd Zawawi
creator: Haslinda Hashim
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 23
ending page: 44
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v14i1.1378

The Soft Power of South Korea: Analysing the Global Impact of Squid Game (2021)
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description: ABSTRACT Soft power has become increasingly important in understanding a country's ability to influence and attract others beyond its military and economic capabilities. South Korea has become a significant player mainly because of its thriving entertainment industry. The television series Squid Game (2021) exemplifies this trend, gaining global recognition and serving as a testament to South Korea's cultural influence. This study investigated the role of the Squid Game in enhancing South Korea’s soft power through its viewership and popularity, international awards and recognition, cultural influence, and economic impact. By examining these factors, this study provides a comprehensive understanding of how the Squid Game has contributed to South Korea’s global presence and solidified its position in the realm of soft power. The methodology involved a comprehensive literature review and content analysis of secondary sources, including academic journals, news articles, and media reports. Findings highlight Squid Game's ability to captivate international audiences, spark cultural dialogues, and drive economic benefits, showcasing South Korea’s cultural prowess and increasing influence on the global stage. Future recommendations include further research on the long-term impacts of cultural exports on soft power and exploring similar phenomena in other cultural contexts. ABSTRAK Kuasa lembut semakin penting dalam memahami keupayaan sesebuah negara untuk mempengaruhi dan menarik minat pihak lain selain daripada keupayaan ketenteraan dan ekonominya. Korea Selatan telah menjadi pemain utama terutamanya disebabkan oleh industri hiburannya yang berkembang pesat. Siri televisyen Squid Game (2021) merupakan contoh jelas trend ini, memperoleh pengiktirafan global dan menjadi bukti pengaruh budaya Korea Selatan. Kajian ini meneliti peranan Squid Game dalam meningkatkan kuasa lembut Korea Selatan melalui jumlah penonton dan populariti, anugerah dan pengiktirafan antarabangsa, peng…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Soft Power
  topic: keywords
subject: South Korea
  topic: keywords
subject: Global impact
  topic: keywords
subject: Cultural influence
  topic: keywords
subject: Cultural export
  topic: keywords
subject: Squid Game
  topic: keywords
creator: Arwin Ramli
creator: Zainatul Shuhaida Abdull Rahman
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 57
ending page: 70
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1410

Pedagogical Adaptation: Teaching Bahasa Melayu Phonics to Students with Autism in the State of Johor
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description: ABSTRACT Education is a crucial concern that should be given top priority for all students. The phrase "special education student" is designated for a distinct cohort of students with special needs who undergo a distinct learning process compared to typical students. These students with unique needs are provided with a specialised curriculum and dedicated instructors who spend their time teaching them. This study aimed to assess the extent to which teachers utilise modules, oral language use and multimedia aspects in teaching Bahasa Melayu phonics. This study employs a quantitative research design and is substantiated by quantitative data. A sample of 42 special education teachers who specifically instruct autistic students was selected from four schools in the Johor region. A questionnaire survey was employed as a research instrument. Descriptive analysis was employed to calculate the percentage, mean, and standard deviation. The module approach construct is considered to be at a moderate level based on the data, with a minimum value of 3.43 and a standard deviation of 0.654. Compared to strategies used in oral language use, the multimedia elements approach is more advanced, with a minimum score of 4.14 and a standard deviation of 0.612. Hence, it is imperative to develop a customised programme that addresses the specific requirements of these pupils, considering factors such as scheduling, resources, cultural considerations, instructional methods, expert support, and community engagement. ABSTRAK Pendidikan adalah isu penting yang harus diberikan keutamaan utama bagi semua pelajar. Frasa "pelajar pendidikan khas" merujuk kepada kumpulan pelajar yang mempunyai keperluan khas dan menjalani proses pembelajaran yang berbeza berbanding pelajar tipikal. Pelajar dengan keperluan unik ini diberikan kurikulum khas serta tenaga pengajar khusus yang menumpukan masa mereka untuk mengajar mereka. Kajian ini bertujuan menilai sejauh mana guru menggunakan modul, penggunaan bahas…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Bahasa Melayu Phonics
  topic: keywords
subject: Autistic Students
  topic: keywords
subject: Module Usage
  topic: keywords
subject: Oral Language Usage
  topic: keywords
subject: Multimedia Elements Usage
  topic: keywords
creator: Anis Adibah Azman
creator: Suhaizal Hashim
creator: Atikah Amirah Mohd Zain@Halim
creator: Noor Hidayah Che Lah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-03-31
publication date: 2025-03-31
starting page: 169
ending page: 184
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i1.1319

Malay Heroic Archetype in the Script Si Bongkok Tanjung Puteri: Between Reality and Falsehood
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description: ABSTRACT The false hero, a figure who pretends to be heroic while pursuing self-serving interests, plays a significant role in many traditional narratives by complicating the moral landscape. This study examines the character Si Bongkok from the Malay script Si Bongkok Tanjung Puteri by applying Propp's framework through qualitative textual analysis. The analysis focuses on five key characteristics demonstrated by Si Bongkok as a false hero: deception, manipulation, self-serving motives, interference with the true hero, and temporary success. The findings reveal that Si Bongkok's actions closely align with these traits—he deceives others, manipulates situations for personal gain, disrupts the true hero's efforts, and experiences fleeting victories before ultimately succumbing to defeat. Situating Propp's archetypal false hero within the Malay literary and cultural context provides new insights into the narrative function and moral complexity of false heroes in traditional Southeast Asian drama. ABSTRAK Watak wira palsu, yang berpura-pura wira sambil mengejar kepentingan diri sendiri, memainkan peranan penting dalam banyak naratif tradisional dengan memperumit lanskap moral. Kajian ini meneliti watak Si Bongkok daripada skrip Melayu Si Bongkok Tanjung Puteri dengan menggunakan rangka kerja Propp melalui analisis teks kualitatif. Analisis menumpukan pada lima ciri utama wira palsu yang dipamerkan oleh Si Bongkok, iaitu penipuan, manipulasi, motif mementingkan diri sendiri, gangguan terhadap wira sebenar, dan kejayaan sementara. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahawa tindakan Si Bongkok sangat sejajar dengan ciri-ciri tersebut—beliau menipu pihak lain, memanipulasi situasi untuk kepentingan peribadi, menghalang usaha wira sebenar, dan mengalami kemenangan sementara sebelum akhirnya mengalami kekalahan. Penempatan arketaipal wira palsu Propp dalam konteks kesusasteraan dan budaya Melayu memberikan pandangan baharu terhadap fungsi naratif dan kompleksiti moral watak wira palsu …
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: False hero
  topic: keywords
subject: Si Bongkok
  topic: keywords
subject: Propp
  topic: keywords
subject: Traditional literature
  topic: keywords
subject: Textual analysis
  topic: keywords
creator: Nu Alissa Nazryin
creator: Zainatul Shuhaida Abdul Rahman
creator: Arwin Ramli
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 71
ending page: 81
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1411

The Impact of Pedagogical Agents On Learners' Cognitive Load in Mooc: A Quasi-Experimental Study
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description: Abstract This study investigates the impact of pedagogical agents on learners' perceived cognitive load in a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) environment. Using a quasi-experimental design, the study compares the cognitive load levels of two groups: one receiving learning lessons with a pedagogical agent and the other without. The sample comprises 66 students enrolled in multimedia-based courses at a Malaysian university. Data were collected using a questionnaire adopted from Leppink, Paas, Van der Vleuten, Van Gog, and Van Merriënboer (2013) A 10-item questionnaire measuring Intrinsic load, Extraneous load and German load. Results indicate that intervention of pedagogical agents in the MOOC learning environment improves learners' cognitive load. Although the differences between experiment groups based on the germane load are insignificant, the overall cognitive load upon learning with a pedagogical agent is significantly lower than that of the group that learnt without a pedagogical agent. These findings suggest that pedagogical agents might positively impact learners when embedded in the MOOC learning platform. Future research should explore long-term effects, diverse learner populations, and more interactive agent designs to better understand the potential of pedagogical agents in MOOC learning platform. Abstrak Kajian ini menyiasat kesan agen pedagogi terhadap beban kognitif yang dirasai oleh pelajar dalam persekitaran Massive Open Online Course (MOOC). Menggunakan reka bentuk kuasi-eksperimen, kajian ini membandingkan tahap beban kognitif antara dua kumpulan: satu menerima pembelajaran dengan agen pedagogi dan satu lagi tanpa agen tersebut. Sampel terdiri daripada 66 pelajar yang mendaftar dalam kursus berasaskan multimedia di sebuah universiti di Malaysia. Data dikumpul menggunakan soal selidik yang diadaptasi daripada Leppink, Paas, Van der Vleuten, Van Gog, dan Van Merriënboer (2013) yang terdiri daripada 10 item soal selidik untuk mengukur beban intrinsik,…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Cognitive Load
  topic: keywords
subject: MOOCs
  topic: keywords
subject: Pedagogical agents
  topic: keywords
subject: Online learning
  topic: keywords
subject: Quasi-experimental
  topic: keywords
creator: Mohammad Dzulsyafiq Mohammad Yusoff
creator: Anuar Mohd Yusof
creator: Azmul Fadhli Kamaruzaman
creator: Nor Sofiatul Akma Jamaludin
creator: Mohammad Syukran Kamal Ruzzaman
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-03-31
publication date: 2025-03-31
starting page: 213
ending page: 226
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i1.1409

The Aesthetics World of Malay Sarawak Love Pantun: A Perspective From Malay Literary Poetics
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description: Abstract Pantun is a cultural heritage of the Malay community that serves as a medium to reflect the richness of the Malay language and aesthetics. However, the rapid advancement of technology today has led to the apparent neglect of the traditional rules of pantun composition, as its aesthetic aspects receive less attention, with more emphasis placed on the intended meaning of the creator. Therefore, this study aims to identify, categorize, and analyze the elements of beauty or poeticism in pantun using the Malay Literary Poetics Theory proposed by Muhammad Hj. Salleh (2000). This research applies a qualitative approach, focusing on textual analysis of pantun as the study data. Ten stanzas of pantun kasih (love pantun) from Sarawak, taken from the Pantun Melayu Sarawak book, are used as the data for analysis. The findings reveal that pantun kasih of Sarawak adheres to the aesthetic or poetic principles outlined in the Malay Literary Poetics Theory. The principles of "compressing the vast world," "allusion and suggestion," "the world in pairs," "proportion and balance," and "music in harmony with words" manifest the uniqueness, intellectual depth, and aesthetic values (both structural and thematic) in pantun kasih. As a result, pantun stands as a creation of the Malay community that embodies intellectual prowess and life philosophy, derived from keen observations of both the external natural world and the internal human realm. This is intertwined with layers of meaning, rhythmic uniformity, poetic sound, and aesthetic value. Abstrak Pantun merupakan warisan budaya dalam masyarakat Melayu yang menjadi medium untuk mencerminkan kekayaan bahasa dan estetika Melayu. Walau bagaimanapun, ledakan teknologi dewasa ini menyebabkan peraturan penciptaan pantun seolah-olah terabai kerana aspek keindahannya kurang diberikan perhatian, sebaliknya mengutamakan maksud yang hendak disampaikan penciptanya. Justeru, kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti, mengkategori dan menganali…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Principle of Allusion and Suggestion
  topic: keywords
subject: Principle of the Paired World
  topic: keywords
subject: Principle of Proportion and Balance
  topic: keywords
subject: Malay Literary Poetics
  topic: keywords
subject: World of Poeticism
  topic: keywords
creator: Sara Beden
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-03-31
publication date: 2025-03-31
starting page: 195
ending page: 212
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i1.1375

Indie Writers’ Thoughts On Malaysia’s Political Reality: Lukacs’ Realism Analysis
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description: ABSTRACT The study of realism has now received a lot of interest after being rejected and marginalised for a while by literary activities in this country. As a trend that is still in its developing phase in this country, there are still not many studies conducted using this theory in total found in Malaysia. Therefore, this study is presented to fill this existing gap, as well as to measure the enrichment of the literary studies corpus in this country. This study examines the thoughts of Indie writers on the Malaysian political situation, which was analysed from four selected Indie novels, namely Aku Rindu 90’s (2012), Surat-Surat Untuk Kaherah (2013), Kunang Pesisir Morten (2015) and Budak Kelas Belakang (2018). This study was conducted using Lukacs’ Realism criticism framework (1963, 1978, 1989, 1990) with three objectives as targets are to identify the existence of Indie writers’ thoughts towards improving Malaysia’s political situation, to present the impact of Indie writers’ thoughts on Malaysia’s political situation and lastly to rectify the community’s negative perception towards Indie works. This study eventually succeeded in identifying Indie writers’ thoughts that have an impact towards improving Malaysia’s political situation, which can be used as evidence to change the community’s negative perception of Indie works. ABSTRAK Kajian realisme kini semakin mendapat tempat selepas beberapa ketika pernah ditolak dan dipinggirkan daripada kegiatan kesusasteraan di negara ini. Sebagai sebuah aliran yang masih dalam fasa kebangkitan di negara ini, masih tidak begitu banyak kajian yang dijalankan menggunakan teori ini secara total ditemukan di Malaysia. Justeru, kajian ini hadir bagi mengisi kelompangan yang wujud ini serta sebagai langkah pengayaan korpus kajian sastera di negara ini. Kajian ini mengupas pemikiran penulis Indie terhadap situasi polititk Malaysia yang dianalisis daripada empat buah novel Indie terpilih, iaitu Aku Rindu 90’s (2012), Surat-Surat Unt…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Indie works
  topic: keywords
subject: Lukacs’ Realism criticism
  topic: keywords
subject: Malaysia’s political situation
  topic: keywords
subject: negative perception
  topic: keywords
subject: study of realism
  topic: keywords
creator: Amir Asyraff Jamin
creator: Mary Fatimah Subet
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 International Journal of Creative Future and Heritage (TENIAT) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 1
ending page: 19
doi: 10.47252/teniat.v13i2.1326