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View article: Advancing inclusive smart learning environments: a systematic review of technologies, challenges, and best practices for students with disabilities
Advancing inclusive smart learning environments: a systematic review of technologies, challenges, and best practices for students with disabilities Open
This systematic literature review (SLR) explores the roles of Smart Learning Environments (SLEs) in fostering inclusive education for students with disabilities, with a focus on their applications, challenges, and best practices. Following…
View article: Bridging the Gap Between Autism Research and Community Needs: A Participatory Framework for Culturally Responsive Research
Bridging the Gap Between Autism Research and Community Needs: A Participatory Framework for Culturally Responsive Research Open
At the heart of AutismTech 2025 in Doha, two expert-led panel discussions brought to light the ongoing disconnect between autism research and the everyday realities of autistic individuals, especially within Arabic-speaking communities whe…
View article: Exploring fear in human-robot interaction: a scoping review of older adults’ experiences with social robots
Exploring fear in human-robot interaction: a scoping review of older adults’ experiences with social robots Open
Background As global populations age, healthcare and social systems face mounting pressure to provide effective support for older adults. Social robots have emerged as promising tools to enhance companionship, cognitive engagement, and dai…
View article: Systematic analysis of cutting-edge technology for the wellbeing and safety of older persons
Systematic analysis of cutting-edge technology for the wellbeing and safety of older persons Open
With global populations aging at an unprecedented pace, health and social care systems face mounting challenges in supporting older adults to live safely and independently. A wide range of assistive and digital technologies has emerged to …
View article: Autistic Children's Emotional Engagement in a Virtual Flight Environment
Autistic Children's Emotional Engagement in a Virtual Flight Environment Open
This study explores how virtual reality (VR) can help children with autism better manage the emotional challenges of air travel. Five children on the autism spectrum participated in an immersive VR flight simulation designed to mimic the r…
View article: Autism and Play: An Overview of the Methodological Approach and Preliminary Results
Autism and Play: An Overview of the Methodological Approach and Preliminary Results Open
Recent research has discussed co-designing with autistic children in several settings. However, none of these studies have investigated the inclusive play field. This project aims to co-design and evaluate a tool to promote inclusive, coll…
View article: From Research to Impact: Key Insights from Mada Edge
From Research to Impact: Key Insights from Mada Edge Open
Mada Edge stands at the forefront of digital accessibility and assistive technologies, leading pioneering research and innovation to address accessibility barriers for people with disabilities. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis …
View article: Factors Influencing AI Learning Motivation and Personalisation Among Pre-service Teachers in Higher Education
Factors Influencing AI Learning Motivation and Personalisation Among Pre-service Teachers in Higher Education Open
This study examines the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, focusing on motivating pre-service teachers to utilise AI technologies. The research assesses factors influencing their motivation for AI learning and person…
View article: Comparative analysis of GPT-4, Gemini, and Ernie as gloss sign language translators in special education
Comparative analysis of GPT-4, Gemini, and Ernie as gloss sign language translators in special education Open
While several comparative studies have analyzed the effectiveness of various large language models (LLMs), most of them were technical (i.e., comparing execution time, among others). Additionally, these comparative studies did not discuss …
View article: About the 1st Edition of Majlis Nafath Q1-2024
About the 1st Edition of Majlis Nafath Q1-2024 Open
The 1st edition of Majlis Nafath presented a platform to discuss the recent research outcomes on assistive technology, sign language processing, and educational techniques for visually impaired students, which underscore the evolving inter…
View article: Insights Unveiled in the Latest Publications from Mada Edge
Insights Unveiled in the Latest Publications from Mada Edge Open
Mada Qatar Assistive Center Qatar's recent compilation of research outcomes, "Insights Unveiled in the Latest Publications from Mada Edge," provides a comprehensive exploration of the advancements and challenges in digital accessibility an…
View article: Accessible Metaverse: A Theoretical Framework for Accessibility and Inclusion in the Metaverse
Accessible Metaverse: A Theoretical Framework for Accessibility and Inclusion in the Metaverse Open
The following article investigates the Metaverse and its potential to bolster digital accessibility for persons with disabilities. Through qualitative analysis, we examine responses from eleven experts in digital accessibility, Metaverse d…
View article: Digital accessibility in the era of artificial intelligence—Bibliometric analysis and systematic review
Digital accessibility in the era of artificial intelligence—Bibliometric analysis and systematic review Open
Introduction Digital accessibility involves designing digital systems and services to enable access for individuals, including those with disabilities, including visual, auditory, motor, or cognitive impairments. Artificial intelligence (A…
View article: The what, where, who, why, which, and how of collaborative play involving autistic children in educational context: a contextual inquiry
The what, where, who, why, which, and how of collaborative play involving autistic children in educational context: a contextual inquiry Open
Introduction In educational settings, autistic children often encounter barriers to engaging in collaborative play. Notably, play is an important component of a child’s development, and its pedagogical significance has been rigorously rese…
View article: The Acceptance of Culturally Adapted Signing Avatars Among Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Individuals
The Acceptance of Culturally Adapted Signing Avatars Among Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Individuals Open
Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) individuals often encounter significant challenges in communication and accessing digital content, with Sign Language as their primary mode of communication. Traditional Sign Language interpretation services …
View article: Mada's effort in the localization of Assistive Technology and Digital Accessibility A Gateway to Sustainable Inclusivity
Mada's effort in the localization of Assistive Technology and Digital Accessibility A Gateway to Sustainable Inclusivity Open
The role of technology in promoting inclusivity for individuals with disabilities is increasingly recognized in today's digital age. However, a critical aspect often overlooked is the intersection of localization, assistive technology, and…
View article: Evolution and Trends in Sign Language Avatar Systems: Unveiling a 40-Year Journey via Systematic Review
Evolution and Trends in Sign Language Avatar Systems: Unveiling a 40-Year Journey via Systematic Review Open
Sign language (SL) avatar systems aid communication between the hearing and deaf communities. Despite technological progress, there is a lack of a standardized avatar development framework. This paper offers a systematic review of SL avata…
View article: Evaluating ICT Accessibility in Qatari Public Institutions: The Role of the MARSAD Tool in Fostering Inclusion and Sustainability
Evaluating ICT Accessibility in Qatari Public Institutions: The Role of the MARSAD Tool in Fostering Inclusion and Sustainability Open
Technology has made social inclusion possible for people with disabilities worldwide. It ensures access to media, education, employment through assistive technology. To create inclusive policies and laws, decision makers must understand IC…
View article: Demystifying GPT and GPT-3: How they can support innovators to develop new digital accessibility solutions and assistive technologies?
Demystifying GPT and GPT-3: How they can support innovators to develop new digital accessibility solutions and assistive technologies? Open
GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) is a neural network-based language model developed by OpenAI that has demonstrated impressive capabilities in generating human-like text and performing a wide range of natural language processing (N…
View article: Assessing the Readiness of Government and Semi-Government Institutions in Qatar for Inclusive and Sustainable ICT Accessibility: Introducing the MARSAD Tool
Assessing the Readiness of Government and Semi-Government Institutions in Qatar for Inclusive and Sustainable ICT Accessibility: Introducing the MARSAD Tool Open
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has revolutionized the lives of persons with disabilities globally through opportunities for improved social inclusion. Technology enables persons with disabilities to access information, medi…
View article: JUMLA-QSL-22: A Novel Qatari Sign Language Continuous Dataset
JUMLA-QSL-22: A Novel Qatari Sign Language Continuous Dataset Open
This paper proposes the first large-scale and annotated Qatari sign language dataset for continuous sign language processing. This dataset focuses on phrases and sentences commonly used in healthcare settings and contains 6300 records of 9…
View article: The Interplay of Learning Organization and Digital Accessibility in Promoting Inclusion and Equity for Persons with Disabilities
The Interplay of Learning Organization and Digital Accessibility in Promoting Inclusion and Equity for Persons with Disabilities Open
With the increasing reliance on emerging technologies in the context of digital transformation, businesses aim to enhance service quality and adapt to changing customer needs. However, persons with disabilities still face barriers to emplo…
View article: Advancements in Arabic Text-to-Speech Systems: A 22-Year Literature Review
Advancements in Arabic Text-to-Speech Systems: A 22-Year Literature Review Open
Although there are several speech synthesis models available for different languages tailored to specific domain requirements and applications, there is currently no readily available information on the latest trends in Arabic language spe…
View article: Utilizing Brain-Computer Interface to Enhance the learning Capacities of Individuals with Impairments: A Brief Review
Utilizing Brain-Computer Interface to Enhance the learning Capacities of Individuals with Impairments: A Brief Review Open
Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) allows for direct brain-to-device communication. In recent years, BCI systems have been a major topic of research. These technologies may be applied in a variety of ways to aid persons with impairments and he…