Strategies for Enhancing Self-Directed Learning in Open Distance and E-Learning (ODEL) Contexts by Mncedisi Christian Maphalala, Ntombikayise Nkosi

“…Nonetheless, guaranteeing equitable access necessitates overcoming technological barriers, providing digital literacy education, and creating interventions that promote educational fairness. …”
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Smart Learning from a Young Age : A Systematic Review of Digital Technology Integration for Cognitive Development by Nabil Fikri Adam, Suwito Eko Pramono, Arief Yulianto, Bambang Subali, Nuni Widiarti

“…This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of digital technology-based interactive learning media on cognitive enhancement in elementary education, thereby providing actionable insights to optimize teaching practices in the digital era. …”
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HANA: An AI Chatbot for Islamic Jurisprudence on Menstruation using SBERT and TF-IDF by Tsaura Rafah Masuzzahra, Khothibul Umam, Hery Mustofa, Maya Rini Handayani

“…The advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly in Natural Language Processing (NLP), has opened new opportunities for religious technological innovation, especially in addressing practical Islamic jurisprudence issues such as menstruation (fiqh haid). …”
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Is secular–religious party competition moving online? Digital religious profiles of candidates running for the European Parliament by Eva-Maria Euchner, David Schweizer, Daniela Braun

“…This paper contributes to this gap by providing first-hand empirical evidence of online references to religion by candidates running for the European Parliament in 2019 in four countries (Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom). …”
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Organization theory in humanitarian operations: a review and suggested research agenda by Chandra Prakash, Maria Besiou, Parikshit Charan, Sumeet Gupta

“…Originality/value – The study presents current applications of and future prospects for OT-based research in HSC, effectively providing the first review of OT applications in this area. …”
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Internet of Things and Smart Technologies in Oral Health: Trends, Impacts, and Challenges by Susana J. Calderon, Stephen Mujeye Sr, Melissa I. Calvillo

“…Conclusions: Research in IoDT is predicted to continue to advance rapidly. Dental providers and public health agencies can look to this research to develop best practices. …”
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Numerical investigation of bandgap characteristics in integrated metallic metafilters for nonlinear guided wave applications by Mohammed Aslam, Boris I, Jaesun Lee

“…The present investigation showcases advancements in the sensitivity of nonlinear-based guided wave testing for characterizing microstructural changes, promising substantial potential for detecting incipient damage in practical structural health monitoring applications.…”
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Disclosure of socio-environmental scandals and corporate reputation by William Augusto Sousa de Oliveira, Reiner Alves Botinha

“…The aim is to assist students and researchers by providing new evidence for corporate processes that involve socio-environmental disclosure strategies and reputational management. …”
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Research on Yoga for stress management: Bibliometric trends from 2000 to 2024 by Juhi Kumawat, Kashinath G. Metri

“…Conclusion: This comprehensive bibliometric analysis highlights the growth of yoga and stress management research, emphasizing randomized controlled trials and evidence-based practices. Future studies should explore yoga’s impact on diverse populations by age, occupation, and culture to clarify its universal applicability, advancing research and clinical applications.…”
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Identification of Online Health Information Using Large Pretrained Language Models: Mixed Methods Study by Dongmei Tan, Yi Huang, Ming Liu, Ziyu Li, Xiaoqian Wu, Cheng Huang

“…ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the performance of 4 mainstream LLMs (ChatGPT-3.5, ChatGPT-4, Ernie Bot, and iFLYTEK Spark) in the identification of online health information, providing empirical evidence for their practical application in this field. …”
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Harnessing phytochemicals in sustainable and green agriculture by Haeden Poslinski, Melissa Hatley, Judy Tramell, Bao-Hua Song

“…Phytochemicals offer a promising organic alternative to synthetic pesticides by improving crop yields and providing pest specificity that reduces harm to humans or wildlife. …”
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Antecedents of Sustainable Usage Behaviors Through Mobile Payment Technology for Digital Financial Inclusion in Ghana by Gladys Wauk, Junwu Chai, Gideon Adjorlolo, Edem Koffi Amouzou, Belinda Bonney, Benedict N-yanyi

“…Mobile payment technology (MPT) has emerged as a tool with the potential to advance financial inclusion and sustainable development. …”
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Exploring the Antecedents of Artificial Intelligence Products’ Usage. The Case of Business Students by Rodney Duffett, Rodica Milena Zaharia, Tudor Edu, Raluca Constantinescu, Costel Negricea

“…The results of the research allow for the formulation of practical recommendations for universities as current and potential providers of AIPs in order to make the educational process more efficient. …”
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Scrolling to Success: A Systematic Analysis of Social Media’s Role in Scholarly Communications by Nur Syazwani Ahmad, Ali Fauzi, Samsul Farid Samsuddin, Shamshul Bahri

“…This pioneering review offers a structured framework for understanding digital scholarship practices within Asia, thereby highlighting critical research gaps and providing strategic directions for enhancing scholarly communication through these rapidly evolving platforms. …”
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Impact of coal-to-gas transition on individual welfare considering the inverted U-shaped regulation effect of natural gas pipeline accessibility by Shi Jiankui, Xia Yingge, Hu Lun, Zhou Hui, Ma Jiliang, Hu Xiangdong

“…The findings offer crucial theoretical foundations and policy recommendations for optimizing energy structures and enhancing individual welfare, providing practical guidance for advancing global clean energy transitions and achieving sustainable development goals.…”
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Enhancing paddy leaf disease diagnosis -a hybrid CNN model using simulated thermal imaging by Jagamohan Padhi, Kunal Mishra, Ashoka Kumar Ratha, Santi Kumari Behera, Prabira Kumar Sethy, Aziz Nanthaamornphong

“…These results highlight the model's potential for real-time deployment in agricultural applications, providing an efficient and reliable solution for small-scale farmers. …”
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Dynamic Accident Network Model for Predicting Marine Accidents in Narrow Waterways Under Variable Conditions: A Case Study of the Istanbul Strait by Serdar Yıldız, Özkan Uğurlu, Xinjian Wang, Sean Loughney, Jin Wang

“…However, hybrid models, which combine different approaches, are increasingly recognized for providing more accurate predictions by addressing multiple causal factors. …”
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Oyster farming helps reducing China's greenhouse gas emissions for food production by Liwei Sun, Hui Zhao, Chuangye Yang

“…In 2022, China's oyster farming provided over 0.15 million metric tons of protein, offsetting an estimated 15.33 million metric tons of CO2-eq compared to beef. …”
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A comprehensive review of semantic web technologies supported life cycle management for road infrastructures by Rujie Zhang, Jianwei Wang, Haijiang Li, Xinhua Mao

“…This paper contributes to the current knowledge body by providing insights into how semantic web technologies support the management of road infrastructures throughout life cycle and addressing concerns and limitations faced therein to offer suggestions for future advancement.…”
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Kenyan sign language word-based pose datasetZenodo by Ezekiel Maina, Lilian Wanzare, James Obuhuma, Mildred Ayere, Maurine Kang'ahi, Joel Okutoyi

“…Stickman representations abstract human features, mitigating ethical concerns associated with traditional video datasets and aligning with privacy-preserving practices. The dataset spans a diverse range of themes relevant to KSL, including daily interactions, cultural expressions, and educational contexts, providing comprehensive coverage of the KSL lexicon. …”
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