Faced with accessibility problems that affect a growing number of deaf people, researchers are interested in new technologies for learning sign languages. In the digital field, research is now focusing on the development of artificial intelligence (AI) making it possible to automatically translate written or spoken vocal language into sign language and vice versa, using avatars […] … learn more→

For the first time in history, a single language dominates global scientific communication. But the actual production of knowledge continues to be a multilingual enterprise. The use of English as the norm poses challenges for scholars from regions where English is not widely spoken. They must decide whether to publish in English for global visibility, […] … learn more→

Schools across South Sudan have been ordered to close as a heat wave of 45°C sweeps across the country. In recent years, severe flooding has already caused major disruptions to schooling in South Sudan where, on average, children complete less than five years of formal education across their lives. As researchers interested in both climate change and learning, […] … learn more→

Introduction In pursuing health and wellness, humanity has traversed diverse healing practices, ranging from ancient rituals to cutting-edge medical technologies. While modern medicine has made remarkable strides in treating ailments, there’s a growing recognition of the value of integrating traditional healing methods with contemporary approaches. This article explores the concept of wholeness on the road […] … learn more→

A family nurse practitioner (FNP) plays one of the most vital roles in the healthcare industry. As a result of this and the benefits the career offers, it’s one of the medical careers that many people are considering starting. However, not everyone understands exactly what it is that they do. One of the aspects of […] … learn more→

Dubai’s famous Palm Jumeirah is not the only man-made island to have emerged from the sea this century. Over the past 20 years, many islands have been built to accommodate both tourists and well-heeled residents – especially in the Arabian Gulf states and China. In an era of sea-level rise and increased storm activity, new islands may […] … learn more→

Inés Hernand was one of the presenters of the program that RTVE Play (the internet streaming service of Spanish public radio and television) dedicated to the last Goya gala (Spanish Film Academy awards). His performance was the subject of debate, since Hernand is not a journalist, but rather an influencer on social networks, and therefore was unaware, as […] … learn more→

As private firms and governments struggle to fill jobs – and with the cost of college too high for many students – employers and elected officials are searching for alternative ways for people to get good jobs without having to earn a traditional college degree. Microcredentials are one such alternative. But just what are microcredentials? And do they lead to better jobs and higher earnings? […] … learn more→

Artificial intelligence’s capacity to process and analyze vast amounts of data has revolutionized decision-making processes, making operations in health care, finance, criminal justice and other sectors of society more efficient and, in many instances, more effective. With this transformative power, however, comes a significant responsibility: the need to ensure that these technologies are developed and deployed in a manner […] … learn more→

America’s culinary schools are feeling the heat. When chef Gordon Ramsay appeared on an episode of the YouTube series “Last Meal” in January 2024, he described U.S. culinary schools as “depressing” places that “sandbag” students with tens of thousands of dollars in student loan debt before releasing them into a low-wage industry. He added that graduates […] … learn more→