Journal of Ecohumanism

Flourishing Humanities Development in Science and Technology University: Social Support, Study Engagement and Student Loyalty

2025-01-07T21:06:27-06:00

In recent years, the humanities have encountered several challenges, particularly in science and technology universities. This study aims to examine the relationship between student loyalty, social support, and study engagement among humanities students in science and technology universities, and attempts to provide novel concepts for encouraging humanities development. 256 humanities students who came from science and technology university participated in this study, three questionnaires were used to measure their social support (teacher support, family support, friend support), study engagement (absorption, vigour, dedication) and student loyalty, data was analysed by using software SPSS v.26.0 and Amos v.24. The results indicate that both teacher and family support are significant predictors of the absorption, dedication, and vigour engagement dimensions. Student loyalty is positively correlated with teacher support and vigour. Additionally, vigour significantly mediated the relationship between teacher support and student loyalty, as well as that between family support and student loyalty. The findings emphasized the importance of teacher and family support, as well as the vigour engagement dimension in fostering student loyalty, and offered theoretical and practical insights for higher educational administrators to flourish in humanities development in science and technology universities.

Determinant of Cash Holding in Indonesia

2025-01-07T21:58:12-06:00

This paper has objective to explore determinant of Cash Holding in Emerging Market. Variable is used to determine cash holding which is Gross Profit Margin, Accounts Receivable and Account Payable, Operational Cost, Exchange Rate and COVID-19. This paper used panel data Model to estimate relationship among variable. Research period is from 2016 to 2023 and 15 Companies. The results found that Gross Profit Margin, Accounts Receivable and Account Payable and COVID-19 significantly affect cash holding.

Corporate Social Responsibility, Brand Preference, Satisfaction and Loyalty of Thai Consumer on Thai Beer in Bangkok Metropolitan Area

2025-01-08T04:00:56-06:00

This study investigates the influence of corporate social responsibility (CSR) across two dimensions—stakeholder-focused and society-focused—on brand preference, satisfaction, and customer loyalty, including purchase intention and positive word-of-mouth, in the Thai beer industry. This controversial and socially sensitive sector requires careful CSR practices to address public concerns and enhance corporate reputation. Mixed-mode surveys (online and face-to-face interviews) were conducted with 400 Thai beer consumers in Bangkok, and partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was employed to analyze the data and test the hypotheses. The findings reveal that both stakeholder- and society-focused CSR positively and directly impact brand preference and satisfaction, with stakeholder-focused CSR demonstrating a stronger influence. Satisfaction exerts a greater positive effect on purchase intention, while brand preference shows a stronger impact on positive word-of-mouth. Satisfaction also partially mediates the CSR-loyalty relationship for both dimensions of CSR, while brand preference partially mediates the stakeholder-focused CSR-loyalty pathway. Furthermore, brand differences significantly moderate the effects of CSR on brand preference and satisfaction, underscoring the importance of tailored CSR strategies for different market segments. To enhance customer loyalty and strengthen brand reputation in the Thai beer industry, firms should prioritize stakeholder-focused CSR initiatives that directly benefit stakeholders, such as community programs and employee welfare schemes, as these have a stronger influence on brand preference and satisfaction. Society-focused CSR, such as philanthropic activities and environmental conservation projects, should be leveraged to address broader societal concerns, complementing stakeholder-focused efforts. Effective CSR communication is critical, and firms should clearly communicate CSR initiatives through social media, advertising, and on-pack messaging to build trust and brand preference. Recognizing the moderating role of brand differences, firms are advised to segment CSR strategies by brand, tailoring activities to reflect unique values and positioning. Monitoring and evaluating the impact of CSR initiatives using metrics such as customer satisfaction, brand preference, and loyalty can help refine strategies and maximize their effectiveness. This study provides valuable insights for practitioners and policymakers in managing CSR initiatives within controversial industries. From a managerial perspective, integrating stakeholder-focused and society-focused CSR can foster both attitudinal and behavioral loyalty, enhancing overall brand equity. Policymakers can leverage these findings to encourage responsible corporate behavior in industries that pose potential societal risks, such as alcohol and tobacco. Future research can explore long-term CSR impacts and extend these findings to other industries and cultural contexts to deepen understanding.

The Mediating Role of Artificial Intelligence on the Relationship between Organizational Climate and Employee Creativity Behavior: A Field Study

2025-01-08T04:20:55-06:00

The transportation sector is considered one of the important sectors in all countries because of its importance in keeping pace with the development and technology used in various fields. Today, the world competes to provide the best services to customers and citizens. The transportation sector is divided in all countries. In light of the technology used today by some countries, it is considered a qualitative addition to the transportation sector. In this study, three main variables were taken (organizational climate, artificial intelligence, Employee creativity Behavior). A random sample of workers in the transportation sector was taken using a questionnaire as a main tool in collecting data. 220 transport sector workers were selected. The data collected was analyzed through the SPSS statistical program, Model 24, and through the structural equation model, SEM - AMOS program, Model 24. The results showed that the role of the mediator, artificial intelligence, is very important in mediating the relationship between the organizational climate and Employee creativity Behavior. In addition, artificial intelligence affects Employee creativity Behavior, and the organizational climate affects artificial intelligence and innovation directly and indirectly with a positive statistical significance.

The Role of Innovation Culture as a Leadership Effort in Improving Adaptive Performance: A Mediation and Moderated Model

2025-01-10T03:40:31-06:00

Micro-foundation in dynamic capabilities refers to the most basic level or elements that form an organization's ability to adapt and change in the face of a dynamic organizational environment. The variables examined in this study are flexible leadership, innovation culture, workplace spirituality, and adaptive performance. This study was conducted at a secondary school owned by a Foundation (private) in East Java Province, Indonesia, with a sample of 100 school leaders accredited A. This study uses the Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) statistical technique using the Smart PLS program as an analysis tool. The results of the hypothesis testing revealed that: 1) Flexible leadership significantly increases innovation culture; 2) Innovation culture significantly increases adaptive performance; 3) Innovation culture acts as a full mediation of the positive impact of flexible leadership on adaptive performance; 4) Workplace spirituality strengthens the positive impact of innovation culture on adaptive performance. These findings reveal the important role of innovation culture in encouraging leaders and subordinates to think creatively, take risks, and develop new ideas so as to increase adaptive performance which in turn contributes to improving overall organizational performance. Innovation culture can be enhanced through flexible leadership practices and strengthening workplace spirituality in daily work life.

Comprehensive Analysis of Mahasarakham University's Sustainability Efforts and Global Ranking Achievements in 2024

2025-01-10T09:33:20-06:00

Universities play a pivotal role in advancing global sustainability through education, impactful research, and environmentally responsible operations. This study evaluates the sustainability initiatives of Mahasarakham University (MSU) in alignment with the UI Green Metric World University Rankings criteria, with a particular focus on its performance in 2024. Since joining the rankings in 2011 with an initial total score of 4,781 points, MSU has steadily improved, achieving a total score of 8,475 points in 2024. The analysis examines three primary dimensions: the integration of sustainability into academic curricula, where sustainable courses increased to 55 programs out of 95 total offerings; the enhancement of sustainability-focused research, reflected in a 77% increase in related publications over the past three years; and the implementation of community engagement projects, which rose significantly from 44 projects in 2021 to 71 in 2023. The findings demonstrate MSU's consistent progress, with notable achievements in aligning its strategic plans with sustainability goals. However, challenges remain in optimizing resource allocation and expanding international collaborations. By synthesizing lessons learned and analyzing trends, this study identifies best practices and offers strategic recommendations for MSU and other institutions aspiring to excel in global sustainability benchmarks. The results underscore universities' essential role as catalysts for sustainable development, providing actionable insights into enhancing operational efficiency and academic contributions.

Governance and Ethical Frameworks for AI Integration in Higher Education: Enhancing Personalized Learning and Legal Compliance

2025-01-10T07:03:12-06:00

The rise of AI in higher education offers significant opportunities for streamlining learning outcomes, operational efficiency, and even institutional progress. Besides personalized learning systems, the adoption of AI should integrate these ethical, and sometimes even legal, frameworks. The student's engagement and academic performance can be best improved with adaptive learning technologies and predictive analytics. Also, included in the study are; identification and exploration of limits, such as challenges faced by emerging technologies, meaning that students need to be cautious. Data breaches, biases in algorithms, scarce resources, and resistance to change will work as unique obstacles; hence, suggestions presented will be quite specific to each of these themes. Higher education will undergo transformative changes, traversing from inclusivity and innovation through the mechanisms of stronger governance, capacity building, and international cooperation; with AI, such pathways are possible. Such discoveries underscore the importance of developing interdisciplinary research capable of generating both transparent and effective frameworks. This would ensure that the longer-term impact of AI utilization is harmonized with educational and societal targets.

Exploring the Current State of Information Literacy Education: A Systematic Literature Review

2025-01-11T23:00:10-06:00

Information Literacy Education is a skill taught to students of various educational levels, from elementary school to college and even postgraduate programs. This research aims to present the current state of Information Literacy Education, identify the dominant research themes, the methods of teaching and learning used, the context of learning in which the skill is taught, and recommends future research development in related fields. A systematic literature review was conducted using large electronic journal databases such as Taylor and Francis, and Science Direct, which obtained 37,633 articles. Furthermore, The PICOC and PRISMA protocols were applied to analyze 17 relevant articles and identify 14 themes in learning, 14 learning methods, 12 research methods used, and 7 scientific fields in the implementation of Information Literacy Learning from 2017 to 2021. These results provide direction for future research and contribute to enhanced information literacy curriculum development, effective integration of information literacy in specific disciplines, transitioning to online information literacy instruction, development of engaging and interactive information literacy modules, assessing learning outcomes and informing instructional strategies, collaboration and professional development in information literacy, diverse and effective teaching methods, and advancements in research methods for information literacy.

The Level of Professional Ambition Among Student's Jordanian Universities and Its Relationship to Some Variables

2025-01-12T22:02:36-06:00

The study aimed to identify the level of professional ambition among Jordanian university students and its relationship to the variables of gender, type of specialization, and type of university. To achieve the objectives of the study, the descriptive approach was used, in addition to using the questionnaire as a tool for the study, which was applied to (6983) male and female students. The study concluded that the level of ambition among the students was (medium) with an arithmetic mean of (3.27), and a standard deviation of (0.62), and the study found that there were statistically significant differences in the level of professional ambition among university students, which were attributed to gender variables, in favor of males, and to the type of academic specialization variable, in favor of students in scientific specializations. The study also found that there are no statistically significant differences in the level of professional ambition among university students, which is attributed to the variable type of university in which the student studies.

Review of the Concept of Service Quality and its Measurement Models

2025-01-13T06:22:39-06:00

Service quality is a fundamental concept in organizational management, closely linked to customer satisfaction and business sustainability. This paper presents a systematic review of recent literature using the PRISMA methodology, encompassing 2024 studies indexed in Scopus and WoS, with a focus on Latin American institutions. The results show the diversity of approaches and applications in different sectors, from health to transport, tourism and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). While studies in Scopus cover a broad spectrum, WoS presents a more clinical and in-hospital approach. A common trend towards cultural adaptation of measurement models was identified, highlighting the importance of customer perception as a key indicator of quality. The exclusion of studies was mostly related to the lack of thematic affinity, since many studies focused on in-hospital treatments far from the main objective of this research.

Estimation of Solar Irradiance using the measured parameters of the photovoltaic system by Artificial Neural Network

2025-01-13T06:34:43-06:00

This article aims to estimate irradiance using measured parameters from a real photovoltaic system. For this study, output current and voltage values were used from a set of solar panels with a capacity of 10 kW and a 10 kVA power inverter, which provide the necessary data for irradiance estimation. The data was collected at a sampling frequency of 15 seconds. To achieve this goal, an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) was applied to the reference data, which includes time series of solar irradiance, current, and voltage produced by the photovoltaic panels on different days of the year under varying weather conditions. Once the ANN is trained, its performance will be validated by comparing the estimation generated by the network with data from a reference cell on the days selected for the study. Additionally, the model will be evaluated using data from other days, not used in the training, to verify its ability to generalize under different meteorological conditions.

Impact of Green Marketing And Total Quality Management (TQM) Dimensions on Improving the Financial Performance of Indonesian Sharia Banks: New Concept

2025-01-15T00:58:33-06:00

Green marketing is an advertising technique that focuses on promoting and selling products or services that have minimal or positive environmental effect. Given the growing awareness of environmental and sustainability concerns, this concept has gained increasing importance and attention in the fields of marketing and business management. Quality management is a strategy for continuously enhancing (continuous performance improvement) performance at all levels of an organization's operations and processes, as well as in all functional areas, by leveraging its people and financial resources. How to implement green marketing and total quality management to the financial performance of Bank Syariah Indonesia is the focus of this study. This study aims to investigate the effects of ecological marketing and total quality management on financial performance. This method of research employs multiple linear regression with a sample of 237 individuals, including financial administrators and employees. Consumer awareness has a positive effect on financial performance, consumer loyalty has a positive effect on financial performance, increased resource efficiency has a positive effect on financial performance, an obsession with quality has a positive effect on financial performance, teamwork has a positive effect on financial performance, and engagement and empowerment have a positive effect on financial performance, according to the findings of this study.

The Impact of Online Apps Hotels, Customer Wellbeing and Customer Citizenship Behavior: A Mediating Role of Customer Intimacy

2025-01-17T05:46:23-06:00

This study aims to assess how customer well-being influences customers’ citizenship behavior nowadays, tourism and hotel organizations care about their customers. By studying their behaviors and satisfaction levels, one of these trends is to determine the level of customers’ well-being and build intimate relationships with them. Although there is a wide range of research on customer well-being, the impact of customer well-being, customer intimacy, and customer citizenship behavior has not received enough empirical investigation. This study aims to fill this gap. In addition, we examine the mediating role of customer intimacy. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (Warp-PLS V.7) and SPSS 26.0 were used to analyze data collected from 333 hotel customers in Cairo. The results show that customer well-being has both direct and indirect effects on customers’ citizenship behavior, with customer intimacy acting as a partial mediator. The results of the study provide useful guidelines that can help hotel managers make more efforts to enhance customer relationships, achieve customer well-being, achieve customer citizenship, achieve customer intimacy, and benefit from its mediating role in the relationship.

The Scope of National Sovereignty Over Outer Space And The Prevention Of Environmental Hazards Arising From Its Exploration, Use, and Development

2025-01-15T00:38:51-06:00

This study addresses issues related to the scope of national sovereignty, including the environmental dimensions related to the use and exploration of outer space. It highlights the environmental aspects related to outer space in the light of international treaties and relevant local laws. A series of results and recommendations were reached in this study, including : The absence of an international agreement on the boundaries of airspace and outer space requires the need to adopt solutions agreed upon by the international community (international treaties) so that the issue is treated as a legal issue rather than a scientific issue, emphasizing the importance of stating the obligations of States concerning the outer space environment. The use and exploration of outer space have led to the emergence of many environmental hazards and even environmental damage, such as space pollution, including orbital debris and radiation hazards, and the growth of some commercial activities harmful to the outer space environment, including the so-called space burial.

The Street Food Paradox: Risk, Attraction, and the Quest for Culinary Satisfaction

2025-01-18T05:23:31-06:00

This study investigates the influence of perceived risks and motivations on tourist behavior and satisfaction in Indonesia's street food tourism context. Using a quantitative method with stratified random sampling and using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), it analyzes data from tourists in Indonesia's urban street food settings. The findings indicate that perceived risks do not directly inhibit tourists' behavioral intentions but significantly affect both push and pull motivations, suggesting that risks can both discourage and strengthen the street food tourism experience. Contrary to some prior studies, pull motivation does not directly impact behavioral intention but significantly influences satisfaction, highlighting the importance of external factors like ambiance and authenticity. Push motivation, conversely, has a notable effect on behavioral intention, pull motivation, and satisfaction. A strong correlation between satisfaction and behavioral intention is observed, emphasizing satisfaction's key role in predicting future tourist behaviors. The study also discusses its limitations and suggests directions for future research.

Impact of Digital Transformation on Administrative Management: Perspectives from Cloud Computing and Big Data in Industry 4.0

2025-01-19T04:58:34-06:00

Digital transformation is revolutionizing administrative management by integrating technologies such as cloud computing and Big Data within the framework of Industry 4.0. This article explores how these tools drive efficiency, data-driven decision-making, and business competitiveness. Recent implementation cases, the advantages of digitalization and the associated challenges, such as data security and resistance to organizational change, are analyzed. The research uses a qualitative and quantitative approach, based on academic studies and interviews with experts in the sector. The results show a significant improvement in operational agility and a reduction in costs, although barriers to technology adoption persist.

Digital Transformation in Industry 4.0: Legal and Technological Challenges of Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence

2025-01-19T04:52:24-06:00

Industry 4.0 has generated a revolution in production models through the use of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing. However, its implementation poses significant legal and technological challenges related to privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property and interoperability of systems. This article discusses the legal and technological challenges inherent to these technologies in the context of Industry 4.0, based on a literature review of recent research. It also proposes recommendations to address these challenges and promote safe and efficient integration.

Socio-Emotional Competencies in Primary School Through A Social Constructivist Approach

2025-01-19T04:48:06-06:00

Theme: The social constructivist approach allows to establish processes of transformation in the educational field, guiding the motivated participation of the teacher and the concentration of efforts to promote socio-emotional competencies. Objectives: This article, derived from the doctoral research process, had as its general objective: To interpret the different pedagogical conceptions on the development of socio-emotional competencies guided through teaching under a social constructivist approach applicable in basic primary education. Therefore, the specific objectives were: 1. To identify the different pedagogical conceptions of the teacher on teaching with a social constructivist approach in basic primary education of the public educational institution. 2. To describe the pedagogical experiences on the development of socio-emotional competencies in basic primary education in public educational institutions. Method: maintains a qualitative approach, under the socio-critical paradigm, using hermeneutical phenomenology as a method based on the case study, in which six moments or phases were followed. The participants were ten teachers linked to the Luis Carlos Galán Educational Institution in the municipality of Villa Garzón de Putumayo, to whom inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied, as well as informed consent. The collection instruments were the focus group and semi-structured interview scripts, validated through expert judgment. Conclusion: Social constructivism as a support approach for the development of socio-emotional competencies implies highlighting the importance of social contact and the relevance of the learning context, showing the need to address the processes of social interaction.

Artificial Intelligence Impact on the Sustainable Entrepreneurial Process

2025-01-19T06:08:48-06:00

In the face of pressing socio-economic and environmental challenges, such as climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality, entrepreneurs are increasingly compelled to embrace innovative strategies that harmonize profitability with social and environmental stewardship. Artificial Intelligence (AI) holds promise in facilitating such solutions but requires careful examination to ensure its effective and ethical deployment in pursuit of sustainability objectives. The primary goal of this study was to ascertain whether AI significantly influences the sustainable entrepreneurial process. This comprehensive research framework integrates concepts from entrepreneurship, stakeholder theory, and digital technology, offering a multifaceted perspective. We employed the multiple regression analysis to examine data gathered from 40 entrepreneurs operating within the Bosnia and Herzegovina settings. The study's outcomes revealed that AI positively and significantly impacts the sustainable entrepreneurial process and its five sub-dimensions: “idea generation, opportunity recognition, opportunity development, venture launch, and positive impact”. This study enriches the literature on AI and sustainable entrepreneurship by offering empirical support for the impact of AI on the sustainable entrepreneurial process while also introducing and validating measurement tools for the sustainable entrepreneurial process. Additionally, entrepreneurs can utilize the findings of this research to strategically incorporate AI into their business processes and product/service innovation, improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, mitigate risks, enhance decision-making, foster collaboration across stakeholders, and capitalize on opportunities effectively.

Knowledge Leadership and Innovation: The Mediating Role of Knowledge Sharing

2025-01-19T05:54:02-06:00

This study investigates the relationship between knowledge leadership and innovation from the perspective of employees, with knowledge sharing serving as a mediating factor. A total of 160 randomly selected employees completed the questionnaire. After validating the measures, the data were analyzed using structural equation modeling. The results indicate that the components of knowledge leadership —namely leadership skills, participation and trust, and knowledge integration and innovation—have a significant positive effect on the speed of innovation and knowledge sharing. Additionally, knowledge sharing plays a significant mediating role in the relationship between knowledge leadership and innovation speed. These findings suggest that managers and organizational leaders can accelerate innovation by fostering knowledge sharing through the development of leadership skills and targeted leadership training.

Diversity and Uniqueness of Sovereign Sukuk Issuance: Indonesian Experience

2025-01-20T09:01:03-06:00

The main objectives of this paper are (1) to provide an overview of the diversity of retail-type sovereign sukuk, and (2) to explore the uniqueness of characteristics of each retail type of sovereign sukuk issuance. The research method uses qualitative research - descriptive with a socio-juridical and inductive approach. All sources of data were obtained from the literature in the form of documents and laws and regulations as well as explanations from Ministry of Finance, Republic of Indonesia as the party authorized for the issuance of the retail type of sovereign sukuk. Data analysis was carried out using a content analysis model of the process and realization of Retail Sukuk issuance. Finally, the findings of this study indicate that the issuance of retail-type state sukuk in Indonesia is based on the state's need to fulfill deficiencies in the State Revenue and Expenditure Budget, as well as the public's need for alternative investments and efforts to optimize the potential of Islamic social funds. The existence of Cash Waqf Linked Sukuk (CWLS) in addition to Savings Sukuk and Retail State Sukuk, it indicates the adoption of the need for sukuk from philanthropic funds which are uniquely Indonesian.

Data-Driven Innovation in Modern Laboratories: Harnessing Big Data for Better Outcomes

2025-01-21T04:53:24-06:00

Data-driven innovation has transformed the landscape of modern laboratories, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance diagnostic accuracy, streamline operations, and accelerate research breakthroughs. By harnessing big data from diverse sources such as advanced laboratory instruments, electronic health records, and genomic sequencing, laboratories can optimize workflows, improve patient outcomes, and support personalized medicine. This article explores the role of technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, Internet of Things, and blockchain in leveraging big data for precision diagnostics, operational efficiency, and groundbreaking discoveries. It also examines the challenges laboratories face, including data integration, privacy concerns, and resource constraints, while offering recommendations to navigate these hurdles effectively. Looking ahead, data-driven approaches are poised to redefine the role of laboratories in healthcare and research, paving the way for innovation and better outcomes.

Research on Vietnamese Cultural Tourism

2025-01-21T05:48:22-06:00

Vietnam is a country with great potential and advantages in building and developing cultural tourism with more than 40000 relics, including more than 10000 provincial relics, more than 3600 national relics, 128 special national relics, 15 intangible cultural heritages recognized by UNESCO. On the basis of exploiting and promoting the values of cultural heritage, many localities in Vietnam have been forming and developing quite diverse cultural tourism products, such as the tourism route connecting the world heritage of ASEAN countries, the Central heritage tourism route, Hue festival, Nha Trang sea festival, Ha Long sea carnival festival, Da Lat flower festival... This study focuses on analyzing the practical development of cultural tourism in Vietnam based on a survey of localities with unique features, cultural diversity and a great role and influence on the development of the country, that is the capital Hanoi. Besides studying the core content of cultural tourism development, the author surveys and evaluates the factors affecting the cultural tourism development of Hanoi Capital, thereby discussing policy issues for reference and application to many localities in Vietnam.