Afzal Sayed Munna
University of Wales Trinity Saint David London (UWTSD), United Kingdom

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Poverty's Effects on the Ability to Engage with Education Actively: A Case Study of the Access and Participation Plan Afzal Sayed Munna
International Journal of Asian Education Vol. 1 No. 3 (2020): IJAE Vol. 01, No. 3, December 2020
Publisher : Research and Education Development (READ) Institute collaborate with Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of IAIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46966/ijae.v1i3.45

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The research investigates and understands how poverty creates risk and affects the ability to actively engage with education using a case study from an alternative provider's perspective—the research considered case study methods where data was collected using the qualitative research approach. The collection of data used data triangulation (focus groups and interviews of the students and senior staff members) using open-ended questions at the undergraduate level. The data were analyzed using Microsoft Excel to assess the impact poverty has on educational attainment. Different ethical aspects and challenges were considered during the research process to ensure anonymity, confidentiality, power, and authority. Based on the case study research, the institution developed their five years strategic plan, which submitting to the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE), and also Office for Students (OFS) for their approval. The institution also introduced the Employers' Forum, which will continue to be effectively utilizing to enhance the student experience and retention and progression rates. The research only considered one case study institution and thus was limited to the data set. The research could have produced a comparative study if more institutions were choosing with a more significant data set.
Analysis of the Value and Advantages of Financial Literacy and Digitalization to the Individual Afzal Sayed Munna; Rehana Khanam
International Journal of Asian Education Vol. 2 No. 2 (2021): IJAE Vol. 02, No. 2, June 2021
Publisher : Research and Education Development (READ) Institute collaborate with Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of IAIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46966/ijae.v2i2.80

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Digital literacy is the ability to analyse, evaluate and create a teaching and learning media which enables adults and youth to understand complex communication, Aufderheide (1993). Therefore, this research study has examined how digital knowledge could provide an opportunity to learn financial capability. Fintech has transformed the history of the financial sectors and places an individual at significant advantages. However, Bankers, Teachers, Information Technology (IT) professionals and university students were selected for the research study from Bangladesh and England. Interviews were conducted with management level professionals. Survey and test questionnaires were developed and randomly directed to other participants to measure their financial and ICT knowledge. The research findings have found that present financial decision making, and the growth of assets depends on an individual adult’s financial capability.
Development of Learning Resources within Higher Education in Response to the Challenges of COVID 19 Husam Helmi Alharahsheh; Afzal Sayed Munna; Sylvia Hoffmann; Anupam Mazumdar; Abraham Pius
International Journal of Asian Education Vol. 3 No. 2 (2022): IJAE Vol. 03, No. 2, June 2022
Publisher : Research and Education Development (READ) Institute collaborate with Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of IAIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46966/ijae.v3i2.296

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This brief paper describes how additional learning resources can be developed at a module level within higher education. The context to further meet the requirements of a rapidly changing environment within the higher education context and to meet different trends and challenges such as employers’ expectations and challenges facing graduates to secure appropriate employment considering their disciplines. The case study reflects key considerations to ensure further students’ success as universities in the UK shifted from face-to-face delivery to quick online delivery due to the challenges presented by the Covid-19 virus spreading in the UK and Globally. In addition, the case study provides key considerations during the curriculum development process, such as constructive alignment, students’ backgrounds and diversity, and utilization of additional resources at the organizational level, such as Library Services and IT