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Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and User Interface Design is a forward-thinking compilation of reviews that explores the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML) and User Interface (UI) design. The book showcases recent advancements, emerging trends and the transformative impact of these technologies on digital experiences and technologies. The editors have compiled 14 multidisciplinary topics contributed by over 40 experts, covering foundational concepts of AI and ML, and progressing through intricate discussions on recent algorithms and models. Case studies and practical applications illuminate theoretical concepts, providing readers with actionable insights. From neural network architectures to intuitive interface prototypes, the book covers the entire spectrum, ensuring a holistic understanding of the interplay between these domains. Use cases of AI and ML highlighted in the book include categorization and management of waste, taste perception of tea, bird species identification, content-based image retrieval, natural language processing, code clone detection, knowledge representation, tourism recommendation systems and solid waste management. Advances in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and User Interface Design aims to inform a diverse readership, including computer science students, AI and ML software engineers, UI/UX designers, researchers, and tech enthusiasts.

With the development of using digital technology and the growth in the use of smartphones, that is time for Egyptian universities to find solutions to develop their digital strategies through smartphone applications, that have a dual goal in improving the experience of the current beneficiaries of (faculty members - students - parents - a beneficial community) and support university tasks and activities It also enables prospective students to see what is really happening at the university and feel a part of student life before enrolling as a marketing tool for universities, especially with the development of new programs in Egyptian universities. In order for the application to play its effective role, it is necessary to employ the design treatments for the User Interface in order to achieve the usability and provide a user experience that works efficiently and effectively. The research aims to recognize the reality of designing the user experience of smartphone applications for Egyptian universities to identify the strengths and weaknesses it also attempts to setting standards for designing the user experience for smartphone applications of Egyptian government universities. The research problem can be summarized in the following questions: Does the design of smartphone applications for Egyptian universities achieve efficient and effective user experience standards? How to use the design processes for the user interface and interactive design to achieve usability and provide a user experience that works efficiently and effectively for the smartphone applications of Egyptian universities? The researcher used the descriptive, analytical method and the experimental practical approach to achieve the research objectives. Results showed that; User interface design and attractive interactive design affect the perceptions of users, which is reflected in the ease of use and improving the user experience. The Egyptian public universities that have established their own official application to provide their digital services represent 46% of the total Egyptian public universities. Unofficial applications that violate the intellectual property rights of Egyptian universities represent 15% of all Egyptian public universities. Based on an evaluation of the user experience for actual users, we find that 17% of smartphone applications for Egyptian government universities achieve a successful user experience and 83% of them do not achieve a successful user experience. The division of the university's digital services into more than one application that leads to the lack of success of the user experience and lack of reliability. There is no distinct identity linking Egyptian universities ’smartphone applications under one umbrella, the Ministry of Higher Education. The researcher reached to design a pilot model to design a successful user experience for smart phone applications for Egyptian government universities based on an analysis of the actual user experience of users

This paper proposes Foucauldian discourse analysis as a critical methodology for examining the digitalisation of education, drawing on empirical material from a Swedish educational context. Using Foucault’s concept of problematisation, the study examines how digital technologies are constructed discursively across educational policy documents, media texts and empirical data from interviews, surveys and classroom observations. The analysis identifies various discursive formations, such as professionalisation, individualisation, technological determinism, efficiency, modernity and democratisation, which shape the conditions for education in different ways. Key findings reveal that digital resources are often constructed as the individual responsibility of teachers; as tools for individualised learning; as market products that enhance efficiency; and as both modernising and potentially harmful forces. These constructions risk fostering isolation among teachers and students, instrumentalising educational processes and reinforcing commercial and technological imperatives at the expense of pedagogical and democratic values. The study demonstrates that Foucauldian discourse analysis can identify discourses in different practices, thereby highlighting the contingent and political nature of digitalisation in education. By problematising assumptions that are generally accepted as truth, this approach opens up possibilities for alternative ways of thinking and acting within educational practices, moving beyond dichotomised debates.

This study examines the theoretical foundations and practical implementation of the project-based approach in preparing bachelors of professional education (digital technologies) for user interface design. The multidimensional nature of user interface design competence necessitates an innovative methodological framework that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical experience through authentic project activities. The purpose of the research is to substantiate theoretically and methodologically the system of training bachelors of professional education for user interface design based on the project approach. The methodological foundation comprises the conceptual provisions of project-based and system-synergetic approaches, competency-oriented education theory, human-centered interface design concepts, and the systematic approach to educational research. The study employs both theoretical methods (analysis, synthesis, comparison, systematization, modeling) and empirical methods (observation, questionnaires, expert evaluation) to investigate the effectiveness of project-based learning in developing user interface design competencies. Results demonstrate that project-based learning creates an optimal educational environment for developing the complex professional competencies required for interface design. The matrix of professional competencies for user interface design is developed, incorporating technological-instrumental, design-aesthetic, cognitive-ergonomic, project-methodological, communicative, and pedagogical dimensions. The research substantiates the effectiveness of four complementary instructional models (problem-based, design-based, team-based, and research-based) and structures the project activities into phases with corresponding evaluation criteria. Interdisciplinary projects are identified as the foundation for integrating pedagogical and technological paradigms, ensuring the holistic development of professional expertise. Practical implications include methodological recommendations for implementing the project-based approach in digital educational environments and developing specialized competencies in user interface design. The original contribution of this research lies in conceptualizing the interdisciplinary synergy model that demonstrates the mechanisms of emergent educational system properties at the intersection of different knowledge domains, ensuring the integrative formation of professional competencies.

Driven by the information age, the development of screen display technology has brought new opportunities and challenges for typeface design. Font design has gradually realized multi-dimensional presentation forms and interactive interaction properties. Starting from the application of fonts in user interfaces, this paper analyzes the factors constituting text interactivity and the basic characteristics of font interactivity. It summarizes the expression form of font interactivity in user interface design and its feedback effect. The study shows that, as a fundamental element of user interface design, standardizing the interactive properties in fonts and reading text can ensure the readability of text and improve the efficiency of information communication. At the same time, the application of new digital technologies further expands people's access to text information. The rich media and information dissemination channels have given rise to new patterns of font interactivity applications, shifting the representation of text from static to dynamic, enriching visual variables and application scenarios, and generally broadening the design field. Finally, this paper believes that immersive and interactive typeface design is the future development trend, and the typeface design in user interface should actively break the barriers to seek boundaries and development. The interactive application of fonts with the intervention of new technologies and devices enables designers to convey information and emotions more fully and completely, thus enabling users to obtain a better reading experience and efficient information resources.

BackgroundLoneliness among older adults has become a major public health concern associated with cognitive decline, depression, and increased health care use. The advancement of digital health technologies such as wearable devices, smart home systems, and mobile health apps provides new opportunities to monitor and mitigate loneliness through continuous physiological and behavioral assessment. However, the effectiveness of such technologies largely depends on user interface design, ensuring that older adults can understand, trust, and comfortably engage with the technology. Existing research on interactive platforms and user interfaces for psychological and emotional monitoring has mainly focused on usability testing and technology feasibility, with limited attention to structured design frameworks that integrate psychological, emotional, and accessibility dimensions for older adults. Furthermore, most studies rely on qualitative assessments and lack quantitative prioritization of design indicators.ObjectiveThis study aimed to build on the DELONELINESS (Design for Healthy Ageing: a Smart System to Decrease Loneliness for Older People) system to develop a user-centered hierarchical framework of interface design indicators for older adults.MethodsA mixed methods design was applied, integrating literature search, qualitative focus group analysis, and expert consultation to build an initial indicator pool. A hierarchical indicator structure with 7 first-level and 26 second-level indicators was developed. The analytic hierarchy process was used to assign indicator weights through surveys of 20 experts with academic or professional experience in human-computer interaction, digital health, gerontology, and health informatics. Based on the weighted results, 3 interface design solutions were developed and comparatively evaluated using the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution.ResultsAll expert judgment matrices satisfied the analytic hierarchy process consistency requirement (consistency ratio <0.1). The Kendall coefficient of concordance indicated good agreement among experts for both first-level indicators (W=0.313; P<.001) and second-level indicators (W=0.156; P<.001). Among the 7 first-level indicators, trust and safety (weight=0.206), ease of use (weight=0.187), and accessibility (weight=0.167) received the highest weights, indicating their importance in enhancing user confidence and engagement. Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution evaluation results showed that design solution 2 achieved the highest overall performance score (relative closeness coefficient C=0.877), emphasizing clear interaction pathways, visual clarity, and guided feedback as key factors for optimal usability.ConclusionsThis study developed a user-centered framework for interface design in loneliness monitoring among older adults by integrating user insights, literature-derived indicators, and expert consensus, and providing a structured data-driven approach to prioritizing design requirements. The proposed framework bridges subjective user experience with objective evaluation, offering practical guidance for developing empathetic, inclusive, and trustworthy digital mental health technologies for older adults.

The rapid advancement of the digital age has significantly expanded the potential applications of digital twin technology. However, urban villages, characterized by low socio-economic status and limited access to digital twin technology. Additionally, Prior studies often overlook structural factors like inadequate planning and infrastructure, hindering efforts to improve urban village living conditions.Consequently, this study aims to investigate the implementation of digital twin technology to enhance the environment of urban villages and address issues such as outdated infrastructure and inadequate living conditions.The purpose of this study is to create a virtual model of an urban village (Nantou Ancient Town) using digital twin technology (Unreal Engine). The model will use 3D geospatial and data visualization to visually present the living conditions of urban villages, including buildings, population density, water supply and green space. The aim is to provide practical insights for enhancing the overall environment and improving living conditions in urban villages through targeted infrastructure improvements and environmental upgrades.Therefore, this research is of significant importance in improving the environment of urban villages and providing more opportunities for accessing digital technology. Furthermore, it highlights the potential of utilizing digital technology to enhance living conditions in urban villages, based on the premise of promoting balanced development of basic infrastructure in urban villages, and it also strengthens community inclusivity and sustainable development in urban villages.In conclusion, this research has promising prospects in advancing the field of digital improvement of living environments by exploring the widespread application of digital twin technology like the Unreal Engine, especially in areas where digital technologies are lacking, and addressing existing research gaps. By uncovering the potential of these technologies, this study has the possibility to enhance the well-being of urban village residents through the utilization of technology, drive innovation, and shape the future of digital living environments.

This study aims to determine how the business management model of Islamic insurance companies in the digital era 4.0. The research method used is a qualitative research method using the Grounded Theory approach. The results of this study explain that, in running the insurance business in the era of revolution 4.0 implementing a supporting system, it is a combination of four components, namely: insurance / financial literacy, network marketing, human technology, and digital technology. The four components are driven by three mechanisms, namely: digital funneling, learning models, gamification systems, to achieve targeted business results.&#x0D; Keywords: Insurance Business, Sharia Insurance, Digital Technology

The construction of high-rise building projects is a dangerous vocation due to the uniqueness and nature of the activities, as well as the complexity of the working environment, yet safety issues remain crucial in the construction industry. Digital technologies, such as building information modeling (BIM), have been identified as valuable tools for increasing construction productivity, efficiency, and safety. This research aimed to mitigate the accident safety factors in high-rise building projects via integrating BIM with emerging digital technologies in the construction industry, such as photogrammetry, GPS, RFID, augmented reality, (AR), virtual reality (VR), and drone technology. Qualitative research was conceived in the ground theory approach. Forty-five online interviews with construction stakeholders and qualitative data analysis were carried out using the NVivo 11 software package. According to the findings, interviewees were more motivated to use photogrammetry and drone technologies in high-rise building projects in order to increase construction safety. Positive, negative, and neutral attitudes about BIM integration with emerging digital technologies were discovered. Furthermore, a research framework was developed by consolidating research findings that articulate the measures and future needs of BIM integration with other digital technologies to mitigate construction accidents in high-rise building projects. The framework also renders practical references for industry practitioners towards effective and safer construction.

Although the adoption of digital marketing technologies for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is an essential step in today’s digital disrupted markets, the literature is still lacking a practical framework to measure the degree of digital marketing technology adoption and its impact on business performance. Provided that there is a continuous economic development caused by MSMEs in Egypt, along with the emerging technology tools, it is essential to study their performance in the digital era. Also, limited research linked technology adoption with marketing management in specific. Based on distinctively advantaged access to the Egyptian entrepreneurship ecosystem, this study is exploratory in nature which seeks to contribute to the digital technology adoption literature by building on the gathered insights from the previous studies and literature review to develop a proper framework. Using a classical grounded theory approach, over nine months’ period, 10 Egyptian MSMEs’ marketing activities and performances have been continuously observed and their owners have been interviewed. Data were analyzed using themed analysis in which initial coding and then detailed themes were generated. The research is contributing to literature by introducing a new and dynamic digital marketing adoption model for MSMEs covering previous models’ flaws. The proposed model helps policymakers and MSMEs’ owners better evaluate the digital marketing technology impact on business performance, thus they can use it to evaluate the effectiveness of various technologies implementation.KeywordsDigital MarketingDigital TransformationDigital Marketing Technology AdoptionEgyptMicroSmall and Medium EnterprisesSmall Business

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Social media, network capabilities, and digital communication technologies are changing the nature of work for individuals in WIL programs; further challenging the connections between industries and universities in their efforts to ensure individuals are work ready. However, digital technologies have provided new resources to help individuals socialize into the workplace and develop new skills for meeting the challenges of the information age that will also impact on how they get a job, and then do that job. The current literature on WIL, organizational behavior, and remote working, provides a theoretical framework for identifying the key points on the transitions experienced by individuals through WIL using the prism of social media, digital technologies, and the changes in work culture through remote working. Key issues in relation to transition are illustrated using two examples: one French and the other Canadian. The French study examines the effects of social media and digital technologies on individuals in WIL programs in relation to developing work readiness skills and communicating with supervisors and coworkers. The Canadian example examines the challenges internship students face when their workplace is predicated on remote working. The impact of social media, digital and communication technologies present new challenges for fulfilling the objectives of WIL programs and ensuring students are ready for work now and in the future.

Relevance. The use of digital educational technologies can lead to more effective and interactive learning, offering new opportunities for teachers and students. In light of the introduction of digital technologies in education, the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan is actively developing new initiatives, issuing decrees and resolutions, which emphasizes the importance of carefully studying the integration of traditional and digital teaching methods in the country's educational system.Purpose. Thus, the purpose of the current article is to identify common ground and differences between traditional and digital educational technologies in teaching a foreign language in order to create the most effective educational model.Methodology. The methodology of scientific work is based on analysis and synthesis, as well as comparison.Results. The results of the work showed that, in the modern world, knowledge of a foreign language is necessary, and understanding how best to use existing educational resources in the process of teaching languages is crucial for both self-study and for private teachers and educational institutions. While digital technologies offer several benefits, including increased access to education, instant feedback, and personalization of learning paths, traditional methods still retain their value in creating and implementing the educational process. The study shows that the most optimal educational model is a balanced approach that combines the strengths of both traditional and digital technologies. Understanding the common ground and differences between the analysed technologies makes it possible to create a more effective and attractive learning environment, which ultimately increases the educational level, improves the quality of foreign language proficiency.Conclusions. The study acts as an additional tool for studying the current issue, for developing curricula and teaching methods for foreign languages, which optimize the learning of languages in the digital age, thus determining the significance of the results obtained.

The integration of digital technologies in home-based exercise (HBE) has emerged as a critical public health intervention, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic. However, comprehensive understanding of how digital technologies influence HBE research evolution and practice remains limited. This systematic review aims to: (1) map the knowledge evolution of digital technology-supported HBE research, (2) analyze innovative applications and value propositions of digital technologies in HBE, (3) identify key determinants of HBE participation in the digital era, and (4) predict future development trends. Following PRISMA guidelines, we conducted a comprehensive search of the Web of Science database from 2000 to 2024, yielding 311 articles for bibliometric analysis using CiteSpace and VOSviewer. Results indicated that digital technology-supported HBE research has grown exponentially, peaking in 2022. We identified seven core research themes, including intelligent exercise training, AI-driven fall prevention, wearable device interventions, virtual reality rehabilitation, mobile health applications, cancer patient tracking systems, and remote diagnostics. These themes highlight innovative approaches to personalized training, remote monitoring, and immersive rehabilitation experiences, demonstrating significant value in enhancing exercise adherence and health outcomes. Key determinants of HBE participation were identified at personal (social support, professional guidance, self-efficacy) and technological (digital literacy, accessibility, user interface design, data privacy) levels. Digital technologies demonstrate substantial potential for enhancing HBE accessibility, improving adherence, and reducing public health burden. Future research should prioritize addressing digital equity and developing evidence-based implementation frameworks to ensure sustainable and inclusive digital health interventions.

Scrutinizing environmental governance in a digital age: New ways of seeing, participating, and intervening