The pragmatism philosophy of education emphasizes that ideas must be tested in the form of experiments and sees education as the most important component in the change and progress of society pragmatically. Among its figures is Ibn Khaldun with an empirical-pragmatic style of thought. The purpose of this research is to explore the idea of Ibn Khaldun's pragmatic thinking and assess its relevance in the development of Islamic education in Indonesia. This research applies a philosophical-historical approach in using library research method. Information comes from Ibn Khaldun's works and various types of literature such as books, magazines, relevant documents. The results of this study are that; Ibn Khaldun's pragmatism is not ism-ism, but Ibn Khaldun is Pragmatism-Religion. Ibn Khaldun's pragmatic concept can be seen in the components of education; (a) the purpose of education, Ibn Khaldun emphasized that students are able to adapt to changes in society pragmatically and materially succe.....

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The present study evaluates the appropriateness and quality of the textbook "Al-Jadeed fi al-Lugha al-Arabiya" Part Two, prescribed at Yunnan University in China. The objectives of this study are to understand the criteria for composing the textbook, assess its suitability for teaching, analyze the quality of its content, and identify its strengths and weaknesses. A descriptive-analytical method was employed to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data collection and analysis. The results indicate that while the textbook exhibits strengths in content structure and practical application, it also presents challenges, such as the complexity of certain topics and the unsuitability of specific exercises. The study provides specific recommendations for improving the textbook, reviews the development of the Arabic language in China, and examines the criteria for composing the textbook and the background of the students using it. Through detailed analysis, the study reveals the quality of th.....

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This research aims to examine the values of multicultural Islamic religious education in higher education, especially at the Islamic University of Malang. The method used in this research is to use a qualitative approach with an ethnographic type of research which aims to find out in depth the phenomena related to the values of multicultural Islamic education in the culture of the Islamic University of Malang. The research results show thatThe values of multicultural Islamic education at the Islamic University of Malang are very varied. There are universal values as well as traditional or particular values. So there are 11 values reflected in the culture of the Islamic University of Malang. Namely: religious values, democratic values, values of openness and peace, values of equality/equality, values of tolerance, human values, values of sincerity, values of love of science and experts, values of justice, values of togetherness and values of goodwill and evil. Keywords: Values of Multi.....

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This research investigates entrepreneurial strategies for curriculum development and enhancement in Arabic and Islamic studies education in Nigeria to meet the demands of the 21st century. Nigeria, with its rich Islamic heritage and rapidly evolving educational landscape, presents a unique context for exploring innovative approaches to curriculum design. The study focuses on integrating entrepreneurial principles, skills, and pedagogies into the Arabic and Islamic studies curriculum to equip students with the competencies needed for success in the modern world. Drawing on a combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods, the research examines current curriculum frameworks, pedagogical practices, and educational policies related to Arabic and Islamic studies in Nigeria. It explores the feasibility, effectiveness, and challenges of incorporating entrepreneurial concepts such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation into the curriculum. Additionally, the study i.....

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This study investigated the effect of audit quality on financial reporting quality in Nigeria. The audit quality was proxied with audit firm size, audit fee, audit tenure and audit committee financial expertise on financial reporting quality in Nigeria. This study adopted a stratified sampling technique to select 50 non-financial firms, which cut across 10 sectors from 2015 to 2022. The dependent variable (FRQ) was measured using accruals quality, while the explanatory variables were measured using; audit firm size, audit fee, audit tenure and audit committee financial expertise. The panel data set were analyzed using pooled, fixed and random effects estimator, while Hausman test and L.M test were used to select the best estimates. The results of this study revealed that audit firm size has a non-significant negative effect on financial reporting quality. The findings of this study also indicated that audit fee has a significant negative effect on financial reporting while a.....

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Sebelum kata manajemen menjadi familiar dalam dunia pendidikan, Islam sudah lebih dulu mengenal tatanan kehidupan yang teratur dengan adanya seorang pemimpin (Khalifah). Didalam Al Qur’an juga terdapat ayat- ayat yang menjelaskan prinsip manajemen pendidikan Islam yaituayat Al Qur’an yang menyebutkan tentang tauhid, khalifah, serta amanah yang menjadi kunci utama pembentukan karakter dalam sebuah organisasi atau lembaga yang memiliki satu tujuan yang sama. Al qur’an merupakan sumber hukum yang utama bagi umat Islam, dan menjadi pedoman dalam menjalani kehidupan, juga sebagai petunjuk bagi seluruh manusia, sedangkan Hadits atau As sunnah merupakan sumber hukum yang kedua setelah Al Qur’an yang berfungsi sebagai penjelas, yang bersumber dari perkataan, perbuatan, dan ketetapan Rasulullah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji pandangan Al Qur’an dan Hadits tentang Manajemen Pendidikan Islam. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kajian pustaka (library research) dengan pendekatan.....

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This study presents an extended technology acceptance model to explore the factors influencing the adoption of Chinese Danmaku video sites for self-directed learning (CDSDL) among undergraduate students majoring in primary education. Integrating the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) with the Task-Technology Fit (TTF) framework and personal cultural values (power distance, uncertainty avoidance, masculinity, and collectivism), the research investigates the sustainability of Chinese CDSDL in higher education through quantitative methods. For this instrument, the questionnaire was adapted from the study by Venkatesh, Kamal and Sumak et al.. A sample of 340 students from three Chinese universities participated in the survey, yielding 312 valid responses. The study used a descriptive analysis through SPSS 22 and AMOS 22 to discover current students_ views using CDSDL by comparing them with the mean value. The study reveals significant insights into the factors driving the acceptance of Chin.....

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This study aimed to determine the effect of Customer Perceived Value (CPV) dimensions, namely Product Value (PV), Functional Value (FV), Hedonic Value (HV), Social Value (SV) and Financial Value (FINV), on Customer Satisfaction (CS) attributes, namely Delivery Satisfaction (DS), Dealer Service Satisfaction (DSS) and Purchase Satisfaction (PS), the effect of CPV dimensions and CS attributes on Customer Loyalty (CL), as well as the mediating effect of CS attributes in the effect of CPV dimensions on CL. This study adopted quantitative research. Data were collected from a sample of 500 Chinese car buyers, which were selected using convenience sampling, and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The findings revealed that at significance level of0.001, all CPV dimensions, namely PV (P=0.426), FV (P=0.518), HV (P=0.415), SV (P=0.542) and FINV (P=0.446) have a significant positive effect on DS. The CPV dimensions, namely PV (P=0.576), FV (P=0.668), HV (P=0.565), SV (0.692) and FINV (P=0......

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This research investigated the factors influencing Chinese university EFL students' adoption of mobile technology-integrated vocabulary learning in a student-centered learning context, using an extended unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT2) model. The theoretical framework incorporated additional constructs of privacy, trust, personal innovativeness, and information quality, along with the original UTAUT2 determinants of performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating conditions, hedonic motivation, price value, and habit, to examine their effects on behavioral intention and use behavior. This study was based on a quantitative approach using a questionnaire adapted from Venkatesh's and Nikolopoulou's research. The sample of the study consisted of 300 EFL students from two universities in the Fujian province of China. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS and AMOS software, employing descriptive statistics, structural equation modeling, a.....

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This study aims to measure the effects of the Smart Reading Module (SRM) on the reading fluency of junior secondary children with reading difficulties. Objectives are to identify the module needs, to measure the improvement in reading fluency after using SRM, to assess the variation in decoding and linguistic comprehension skills between the pre-test and post-tests of the experimental group, and to measure the effect of SRMbased teaching intervention in improving the reading fluency of junior secondary children with reading difficulties in Sri Lanka. This study used a need analysis survey of 164 junior secondary teachers to identify the need for module-based teaching intervention and a 10-week quasi-experiment with 60 junior secondary children with reading difficulties. The Smart Reading Module-based intervention included a teacher guide, students' exercise books, students, and a teacher survey. Survey data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and Intervention data was analyzed wi.....

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