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Education in the Era of AI and Immersive Technologies - A Systematic Review
No full textTechnology is constantly changing and growing, and one of the areas in which it is finding ever-increasing use is the field of education. Immersive technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are now a new reality in the field of education. This literature review examines the convergence of immersive technologies - such as Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) - and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the field of education. It has revealed promising outcomes in enhancing student engagement, retention, and understanding. It explores how these technologies enhance learning experiences through engagement, personalization, and accessibility. The review identifies current trends, challenges, and opportunities, providing a comprehensive overview of existing research and possible future directions. The review synthesizes existing research to highlight the unique contributions of these technologies, their combined potential, and their impact on teaching methodologies and learning outcomes. It also addresses challenges such as costs, accessibility, and ethical considerations. The findings highlight the transformative potential of integrating immersive technologies and AI, emphasizing their role in shaping the future of education while calling for further research to maximize their benefits and mitigate limitations. This paper also identifies numerous areas for future research to explore. The objectives of this paper are: to analyze the current state of research on immersive technologies and AI in education, to identify key benefits, limitations, and challenges associated with their implementation, and to suggest future directions for research and practice
University Students' Attitudes Towards Epilepsy in Madina
No full textBackground: Over 50 million people worldwide are affected by epilepsy, a condition often misunderstood. This misunderstanding leads to negative attitudes that can result in social isolation, discrimination, and a reduced quality of life for individuals with epilepsy. This lack of understanding exacerbates the burden of the disease. Objectives: This study was conducted to investigate the attitudes of Saudi Arabian university students towards people with epilepsy. Design: This is a cross-sectional study. Settings: University students survey. Main Outcome Measures: this study was conducted to investigate the attitudes of Saudi Arabian university students towards people with epilepsy. Patients and Methods: An Arabic-speaking Taibah University students, aged 17 to 28 years, with an average age of 20.37 ±2.66 years are surveyed. Most participants were female (62.8%). All participants completed a structured online questionnaire to assess their general knowledge and understanding of epilepsy, their attitudes towards people with epilepsy, and their perceptions about employment, driving, and social participation for individuals with epilepsy. Sample Size: This study examined 137 Taibah University students from medical and non-medical colleges. Results: Although more than half of the study participants had some prior experience with epilepsy, only a small fraction (11.5%) correctly identified it as a physical condition. Despite recognizing the rights of individuals with epilepsy to participate in everyday life, a large number of participants expressed reservations about marrying (78.3%) or hiring (33.6%) someone with epilepsy. Additionally, a significant majority (77.6%) believe that individuals with epilepsy cannot live independently, and almost all (91.2%) believe they should not drive. These results emphasize the continued presence of significant misconceptions and stigmatization surrounding epilepsy. Conclusion: This research revealed a significant lack of knowledge regarding epilepsy among university students, indicating that the general public may be even less informed. This knowledge gap can exacerbate the difficulties experienced by individuals with epilepsy. Limitations: small sample size. Conflict of Interest: The authors declare no conflict of interest. All aspects of this work, including its design, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and publication, were conducted independently and without influence from any external parties, financial or otherwise
Big Mismatch between the New Technology and the Old Mechanistic Viewpoint
No full textThere is a big mismatch between the new technology based on the laws in the micro world, and the old mechanistic viewpoint established in the macro world. This is one of the main causes of the chaotic state of recent technology. I explain historically this circumstance and show how to settle this problem by solving the so-called measurement problem of quantum mechanics. These suggest a new worldview which epistemologically unifies the macro and micro worlds, and brings the new technology into order. 
Health-related Quality of Life in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Primary Care Multicenter Study
No full textIntroduction: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2) represents a significant challenge for health-related quality of life (HRQoL), which is influenced by sociodemographic and clinical factors. Objective: To evaluate HRQoL in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and analyze its relationship with sociodemographic and clinical variables, providing data for more comprehensive disease management. Methods: A multicenter cross-sectional study was conducted with 230 patients over 18 years of age in the primary care clinic of three hospitals in Mexico in 2024. HRQoL was measured with the Diabetes-39 (D-39) instrument, adjusted to 36 items after psychometric validation. Differences were analyzed according to age, sex, marital status, socioeconomic level, time of evolution, insulin use, and hospital using nonparametric tests (Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis H). Results: The overall median HRQoL was 24.54 (0-100 scale; a higher score indicates worse HRQoL), with a mean of 29.14 (SD 18.91). Young adults (25-44 years) reported better HRQoL (median 80.56) than older adults (>60 years, 69.68; p=0.006). High socioeconomic status (91.20) exceeded low socioeconomic status (71.30; p=0.002). Patients with insulin showed worse HRQoL (69.91) than those without insulin (78.47; p<0.001). La Carlota Hospital had better HRQoL (77.78) than other centers (p=0.034). Conclusion: HRQoL varies significantly by age, socioeconomic status, insulin use, and hospital setting, highlighting the need for personalized interventions that consider clinical parameters such as glycemic control, assess the impact of T2DM on quality of life, and comprehensively address its determinants
The Perspective on IPO Placement: A Case Study of Insurance Companies in Uzbekistan
No full textThis article is dedicated to analyzing the process of Initial Public Offering (IPO) placement by insurance companies, examining its peculiarities and impact on the market. The study covers the key stages of preparing a company for an IPO, including assessing its financial stability, developing strategies for attracting investors, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Special attention is given to the specifics of the insurance sector, highlighting factors that influence the attractiveness of insurance companies to investors, such as risk management, capitalization levels, dividend policies, and projected returns. The article also addresses the challenges faced by insurance companies when entering the market, including the need to comply with stringent regulatory standards and ensure financial transparency. Examples of both successful and unsuccessful IPO placements in the insurance industry are analyzed, and recommendations for organizing an effective IPO process for insurance companies in Uzbekistan are provided
Navigating Media Complexities: Israeli Arab Parents' Perspectives on Media Challenges and Mediation
No full textBackground: Children's exposure to digital media presents both opportunities and significant challenges, particularly for parents balancing traditional values with modern influences. This study aims to examine Arab parents' perceptions, strategies, and challenges in managing their children’s media exposure, shedding light on an increasingly critical aspect of parenting. Method: This is a qualitative phenomenological study employed semi-structured interviews with 12 Arabic-speaking parents of children aged 5–12. The interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis. Findings: Parents voiced concerns about inappropriate media content and shared a mix of reactive and proactive mediation strategies. They reported feelings of helplessness due to technological gaps but emphasized the importance of professional guidance and community support. Conclusions: The findings highlight the necessity of culturally sensitive interventions that integrate traditional values with modern parenting practices, equipping families to navigate the complexities of digital media use effectively
Cynane: Queen Warrior of Ancient Macedonia
No full textThesis statement: Cynane (358-320 BCE), the half-sister of Alexander the Great, (Alexander III) (356-323 BCE) significantly influenced events in Macedonia after the death of Alexander the Great. Methodology: Historiography and conceptual analysis of ancient Greek, and Roman historians. Results: Cynane’s military victories against Illyria, Thrace, and Macedonian expansion have been largely ignored in favor of Alexander’s campaigns. Conclusion: Cynane significantly influenced events n Macedonia after the death of Alexander
Using “Noticing” of Book Content Links with the Real World to Improve EFL Reader Engagement
No full text‘Noticing’ is a term often applied in Second Language Acquisition research to drawing learners’ attention to aspects of the language they are reading. This presentation refers mainly to a study carried out in a third-year university class in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) reading. The main focus was to examine the effectiveness of introducing the strategy of overtly ‘noticing’ connections between content in student-selected reading material and current events or real-life experiences. In practice, this meant raising awareness of any such links through their book reviews and group discussions. The intention of this was to increase student engagement with readings by connecting content with real life, and improve satisfaction with or enjoyment of the course. They read books at their individually appropriate levels through the Xreading virtual library, took quizzes and posted comments on each book. They were directed to use these comments to discuss any real-life connections. In the twice weekly classes, one session was devoted to silent reading and one-on-one reviews of progress and their comments with the teacher, or group discussions of their readings. Qualitative, measures were employed to examine how the new strategy affected learner perceptions and behaviours. Reading comprehension was measured at the beginning and end of the course to enable comparison of this group of subjects with a very similar cohort of students from the previous year, to assess any effect for this ‘noticing’ strategy
Evaluation of STEM Education at Secondary Level in Vietnam: Current Status and Proposed Solutions
No full textThis study presents a comprehensive evaluation of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education implementation at the secondary level in Vietnam, focusing on three critical dimensions: infrastructural readiness, teacher competency, and curricular integration. Utilizing a mixed-methods design, the research synthesizes data from a nationwide survey of 2,267 educators across 52 provinces, 20 semi-structured interviews, and policy document analysis. Key quantitative findings reveal systemic fragmentation: 49% of schools delivered only 1–5 STEM lessons annually, while 30% provided no STEM instruction, underscoring uneven adoption. Teacher preparedness emerged as a significant barrier, with merely 4% expressing high confidence in designing STEM lessons versus 49% reporting low or no confidence. Despite these challenges, localized successes were evident in provinces like Hanoi, Lam Dong, and Quang Nam, where over 1,000 student led science and technology projects demonstrated the potential of grassroots engagement. The study identifies urgent systemic gaps and proposes a multi-level framework for STEM implementation in developing contexts, emphasizing: 1. Teacher capacity building through sustained professional development, 2. Equitable infrastructure investment to address regional disparities, and 3. Context-sensitive policy reforms to align national goals with classroom realities. These interventions are pivotal to cultivating a sustainable STEM ecosystem that fosters 21st century competencies—innovation, problem-solving, and digital literacy—among Vietnamese students. By bridging empirical insights with actionable solutions, this research contributes to global discourse on STEM education in resource-constrained settings
Distribution of Pollutants in Surficial Marine Sediments of Kuwait Bay: Challenges and Opportunities
No full textKuwait’s dry, hot, arid climate has created significant seasonal temperature variations and an increased risk of pollution from airborne particulates. North-westerly winds blowing from arid desert regions are contributing to significant levels of suspended dust particles being transported considerable distances across the region. Of particular risk are the heavily polluted coastal areas where heavy industrial development and continued patterns of urbanization are increasing the risks of a range of pollutants entering the marine and near-shore environments. Coastal areas, such as Kuwait Bay, have experienced significant urban and industrial development over the past five decades, resulting in increased pollution in their coastal and marine environments. This study conducted a comprehensive geochemical analysis of surficial marine sediments in Kuwait Bay, focusing on the distribution of Total Organic Carbon (TOC), Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH), and heavy metals such as zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), nickel (Ni), and lead (Pb). Sediment samples were collected from ten different locations across the bay to assess the extent of pollution and identify its primary sources. The increased development in Kuwait Bay has led to significant increases in marine pollution across the region, as evidenced by elevated levels of TOC, TPH, and heavy metals. This has been attributed to crude oil discharges, fuel oil, and sewage water. With plans to further develop this site, it is recommended that more robust measurements of current pollution levels be established. Understanding these pollution events in more detail will help reveal more about the potential risks associated with current and future developments and introduce effective mitigation methods that reduce the social, economic, and environmental impacts of these activities