The Effectiveness of Pet-Friendly Guidelines on Customer Satisfaction of Red Lotus Restaurant in Bonifacio Global City

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With many people now considering pets as integral family members, pet owners prefer to keep them close for comfort and companionship during their travels. In response, business establishments are increasingly implementing pet-friendly guidelines allowing pets in designated areas and ensuring that both the owner and their furry companion can enjoy a comfortable and welcoming environment. However, while some establishments claim to be pet-friendly, the actual experience can differ significantly. The objective of this study was to explore how the implementation of pet-friendly guidelines affects customer satisfaction. Data were gathered through a structured survey distributed to customers who dined at the establishment. The findings revealed that the pet-friendly guidelines significantly influenced customer satisfaction. Pet owners expressed higher satisfaction due to the availability of designated pet-friendly amenities and accommodating staff. In addition, non-pet owners also acknowledged the establishment’s effort to maintain cleanliness and comfort for all guests. Statistical analysis confirmed a positive correlation between the perceived effectiveness of the guidelines and overall customer satisfaction, indicating that the guidelines contributed to a more enjoyable dining experience. The results provided valuable insights for establishments aiming to implement or refine pet-friendly guidelines such as introducing food options for pets, further enhancement of communication to customers with regards to the guidelines, which demonstrates the potential of such initiatives to improve customer satisfaction which leads to loyalty. By addressing the needs of both pet and non-pet owners, pet-friendly establishments can create an inclusive and satisfying environment for all.

Implementation of the Kemp Model in the Development of Islamic Religious Education Teaching Materials

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he main issue in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning lies in the predominance of conventional teaching materials that are not aligned with students’ characteristics. This condition hinders the development of active, meaningful, and contextual learning processes. This study aims to examine the application of the Kemp model in the development of Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teaching materials through a literature review approach. The findings indicate that the Kemp model is effective in designing Islamic Religious Education (PAI) materials due to its flexible, comprehensive, and systematic nature. The model includes needs analysis, goal setting, instructional strategies, and evaluation processes that can be adjusted to various learning contexts. Previous studies also reveal that the implementation of the Kemp model enhances students’ participation, understanding, and engagement in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) learning. Therefore, the Kemp model is considered a strategic alternative for developing Islamic Religious Education (PAI) materials that are relevant to curriculum demands and students’ developmental needs.

Representation of Ecoteological Ideas in the Collection of Poetry After the Sixth Day by Ahmad Nurullah

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This study aims to examine the ecotheological dimension in Ahmad Nurullah’s poetry collection Setelah Hari Keenam by the Sixth Day, focusing on a reading that integrates ecocritical approaches and theological reflection. The research method used is qualitative analysis with an ecocritical approach based on an ecotheological perspective. The research data consist of poetic texts in Setelah Hari Keenam, which were purposively selected based on the relevance of their ecological and theological themes. The analysis was conducted by interpreting symbols, metaphors, and poetic structures to identify representations of nature, ecological submission, and spiritual reflections contained therein. The conclusion of this study is that Ahmad Nurullah’s work functions not only as an aesthetic expression, but also as a theological-ecological text that encourages reconciliation between humans and the earth. An ecotheological reading of this work demonstrates the potential of literature in mediating spiritual relationships with nature and fostering collective awareness of the importance of environmental sustainability. This research is expected to expand the repertoire of Indonesian literary studies based on ecocriticism and become a reference for interdisciplinary research that connects literature, theology, and environmental studies.

Comparative Analysis of Spousal Rights Within Nigeria’s Pluralist Legal System: A Desk-Based Study with Focus on Zamfara State

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The tripartite legal system of Nigeria, which consists of Sharia law, customary law, and statutes, has produced a sophisticated framework for controlling family relationships. This complexity is most apparent in the determination and safeguarding of spousal rights, particularly in areas such as Zamfara where Islamic law is officially enforced. This study conducts a rigorous, desk-based examination of the definition, interpretation, and enforcement of spousal rights and obligations within various concurrent legal systems. This study examines the conceptual underpinnings and practical ramifications of legal pluralism on marital relationships in Zamfara State, relying exclusively on secondary sources including as legal documents, scholarly commentaries, court rulings, and human rights reports. Special focus is placed on fundamental matters including maintenance, marital relations, spousal consent, and divorce. The comparative study shows not only where the laws are similar, but also where they are at odds, which makes it harder for women to get justice and preserve their marriages. This study argues that Nigeria’s fragmented legal system needs to be clearer and more consistent so that it can be more fair and uphold a more consistent vision of justice in marriages.

AI Chat Boards, Teacher Educator Readiness, and Graduate Academic Writing

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The rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) chat boards, such as ChatGPT, is reshaping higher education and raising critical questions about teacher educators’ preparedness to guide graduate students in academic writing. This study explores how Tanzanian teacher educators perceive and respond to the integration of AI tools in graduate-level research and writing. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with seven teacher educators and four graduate students at the University of Arusha. Guided by the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), the findings reveal both opportunities and challenges. While participants acknowledged AI’s potential to enhance efficiency, provide immediate feedback, and support creativity, they also raised concerns about over-reliance, diminished critical thinking, and threats to academic integrity. The study highlights variations in digital readiness among educators, the influence of peer and institutional pressures, and the absence of clear policy frameworks for ethical AI use. Recommendations include targeted professional development for educators, AI literacy programs for students, and the establishment of institutional guidelines to ensure responsible and constructive adoption of AI in graduate academic writing.

The Strategy of Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor in Building the Character of Female Students

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This article examines how the values of Islamic modern boarding schools are integrated into the curriculum of Kulliyyatu-l-Mu’allimāt al-Islāmiyah (KMI) for female students at Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor Putri, as well as how these strategies shape the character of students. Values such as sincerity, simplicity, independence, Islamic ukhuwah, and freedom are used as the foundation of education that is integrated in the formal learning process and the life of a 24-hour Islamic boarding school. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach based on literature studies and data validation through source triangulation.

The results of the study show that the KMI curriculum for female students at Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor Putri is designed as an integrated curriculum that proportionately combines religious and general lessons, and is implemented through active learning strategies, direct methods, strict supervision, and character strengthening via teacher examples.

The integration of modern boarding school values is not only part of the academic structure but also transforms into a character education system that shapes students into tough, intelligent, and noble individuals.

The Role of Prophetic Communication and Humor in Strengthening Islamic Education Management at MTsN 2 Tulungagung

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This study explores the implementation of prophetic education management at MTsN 2 Tulungagung and its role in developing students’ intellectual, moral, and spiritual dimensions. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the research reveals that prophetic values—humanistic, liberative, and transcendental—serve as the philosophical foundation of educational practices at the institution. The principal, through transformational leadership characterized by empathy, communication, and humor, consistently integrates these values into planning, organizing, implementation, and supervision. Prophetic education is carried out holistically through classroom instruction and extracurricular activities such as congregational prayers, sholawat recitations, and social engagement, thereby strengthening students’ cognitive, affective, and psychomotor competencies. The findings show that effective communication and participatory management foster a sense of belonging among teachers and staff, create a positive school climate, and enhance students’ motivation and achievement. Moreover, humor as part of prophetic communication proves effective in building emotional closeness, reducing barriers, and conveying moral messages in an accessible way. Overall, MTsN 2 Tulungagung has succeeded in creating a holistic and inclusive educational ecosystem that balances academic excellence with Islamic character development, making it a relevant model for Islamic education management in the modern era.

Adequacy of Teaching, Learning and Assessment Processes in the Design and Technology Subject in Secondary Schools of Kapiri Mposhi District, Zambia

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The purpose of the study was to assess the adequacy of the teaching, learning and assessment processes in Design and Technology in selected secondary schools of Kapiri Mposhi district. The mixed research approach was used to collect and analyse data. An embedded research design was used. Questionnaires were used to collect data from 64 Design and Technology learners while interviews were conducted to 10 Design and Technology subject teachers to collect qualitative data. The quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistical analysis using SPSS. Cross-tabulations were conducted for categorical variables to compare levels of agreement. The weighted mean was calculated to measure overall perceptions on specific questions, with results interpreted based on whether scores fell above or below the weighted mean. Constant comparative method of qualitative data analysis was used to analyse the data from the interviews. The findings of the study established inadequate teaching, learning and assessment in the implementation of the Design and Technology subject in schools due to inadequate workshops, tools, machines, equipment and well trained Design and Technology subject teachers, and reduction of the number of periods for the subject. The study recommended that the Government through the Ministry of Education should increase recruitment efforts to attract qualified teachers with expertise in the Design and Technology subject. The Ministry of Education should procure more tools and machineries for Design and Technology subject. The secondary schools should implement the Design and Technology subject according to the number of periods recommended in the 2013 curriculum framework.

The Effect of Entrepreneurship Education on Entrepreneurial Readiness with Self-Efficacy as an Intervening Variable in The Islamic Perspective

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This study aims to analyze the effect of entrepreneurship education on entrepreneurial readiness among students of the Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business (FEBI), UIN Antasari Banjarmasin, with self-efficacy as an intervening variable from an Islamic perspective. The research employed a quantitative approach using path analysis. The sample consisted of 100 FEBI students who had taken entrepreneurship courses.

The findings reveal that: (1) entrepreneurship education significantly influences students’ entrepreneurial readiness, with a path coefficient of 0.583 and a t-value of 6.313 > 1.660; (2) entrepreneurship education significantly affects students’ self-efficacy, with a path coefficient of 0.709 and a t-value of 13.430 > 1.660; (3) self-efficacy significantly influences students’ entrepreneurial readiness, with a path coefficient of 0.347 and a t-value of 3.619 > 1.660; and (4) entrepreneurship education significantly affects entrepreneurial readiness through self-efficacy as an intervening variable, with a path coefficient of 0.246 and a t-value of 3.304 > 1.660.

These findings indicate that entrepreneurship education not only enhances students’ entrepreneurial readiness but also fosters self-efficacy, which strengthens such readiness. From an Islamic perspective, the results are consistent with the principles of ikhtiar (effort), hard work, honesty, optimism, and tawakkul (trust in Allah), which serve as the ethical foundation of Islamic business practices. Thus, entrepreneurship education based on Islamic values can serve as an important instrument in shaping a generation of Muslim entrepreneurs who are professional, independent, and guided by Islamic character.

The Unfolding Tapestry of Rural Work Life: A Narrative Inquiry into the Lived Experiences of Middle-Aged Contractual Workers in Northern Luzon

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This narrative inquiry explored the lived experiences of ten middle-aged contractual workers (aged 40-65) in rural Northern Luzon, Philippines. Through in-depth, co-constructed interviews, the study aimed to understand how participants navigate the complexities of their employment and find meaning in their lives. The analysis revealed four primary resonant threads that weave through their stories: (1) Cultivating

Contentment in Place, where they find fulfillment in their rural lifestyle; (2) The Social Fabric of

Perseverance and Survival, highlighting how strong family and community ties provide crucial support; (3) Navigating Temporality, which demonstrates their ability to find peace and purpose despite job insecurity; and (4) The Ethic of Kapwa, showing how they derive a profound sense of purpose from serving others and their community. The findings offer a powerful counter-narrative to traditional models of midlife development that prioritize job stability. They highlight the unique resilience of these workers and the significant role that a sense of purpose, community, and rural living play in their well-being. This paper contributes a fresh perspective on contractual employment by showing how individual narratives, when viewed through a holistic lens, challenge prevailing preconceptions.