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Introduction: The Myth of the Smartboard Fix In recent years, smartboards have become ubiquitous in classrooms across the globe. Schools that previously struggled with chalk and marker boards now boast interactive digital screens powered by AI-enhanced software. On paper, it sounds like a leap into futuristic learning. However, while smartboards may add visual flair and structure to lessons, the…

🧠 Introduction: Living with Intelligence Picture this: you wake up not to a blaring alarm, but to the gentle rustle of your curtains as they draw open on their own, synced to your optimal sleep cycle. Your room is already at the perfect temperature; your mirror displays a summary of your schedule, and your digital assistant reminds you to drink more water because your hydration levels are below…

Eid al-Adha, known as the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham, peace be upon him) to obey Allah’s command to sacrifice his son. It is among the most sacred events in the Islamic calendar and is marked by acts of devotion, including prayer and the ritual sacrifice known as Udhiyah or Qurbani. This article explores the religious basis, procedures, and…

The concept of Riba (commonly translated as interest or usury) holds a uniquely severe position within Islamic jurisprudence. It is one of the few sins in the Qur’an that is explicitly described as provoking a declaration of war from Allah and His Messenger. Across the Qur’an, Hadith collections like Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, and Jami` At-Tirmidhi, as well as classical tafsir works like Tafsir…

An AI-driven alternative to human assessor of English writing tasks for General Foundation English I still remember the moment early in the 2024–2025 academic year when I stared down a mountain of paper worksheets, each waiting weeks for a printer’s green light. Every request for printed materials through our center’s portal took one to three days—time I didn’t have. And those sheets weren’t…

The Qur’anic and Hadith accounts of Gog and Magog (Ya’juj and Ma’juj) present one of the most compelling mysteries in Islamic eschatology. As foretold in Surah al-Kahf and Surah al-Anbiya, these destructive forces are confined behind a barrier constructed by Dhul-Qarnayn—a righteous and powerful figure mentioned in the Qur’an. However, the exact earthly location of this barrier remains…

Islamic eschatology presents a vivid and multifaceted depiction of the end of the world, drawn primarily from the Qur’an and Hadith literature. Among the most comprehensive sources of prophetic traditions are Sahih Muslim, Sunan Abu Dawud, Sunan Ibn Majah, and Jami` at-Tirmidhi. This essay explores selected hadiths regarding the signs of the Last Hour, categorized by themes such as cosmic events,…

By A.S.M. Shamim Miah Introduction: The Quiet Resistance in the Age of Educational AI AI is reshaping education. Whether it’s ChatGPT drafting lesson plans, Grammarly refining student essays, or automated grading systems saving hours of marking, the tools are here—and they’re powerful. The possibilities for streamlining work, increasing feedback efficiency, and offering personalized support…

By Miah Introduction: Rethinking English Education in Oman Through AI English education in Oman’s General Foundation Programmes (GFP) is on the cusp of transformation. In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing how we teach, assess, and engage learners, GFP classrooms are positioned to adopt AI-driven immersive pedagogy and automated grading systems—especially in the domain…

Introduction: Rethinking Memorization in the Age of AI In traditional education, the foundational steps in Bloom’s Taxonomy—“Remember” and “Understand”—have long been synonymous with rote learning, flashcards, and textbook recall. These lower-order cognitive skills, while essential, often consume excessive instructional time that could be better spent on cultivating higher-order skills like…

Introduction As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an integral part of our daily lives and educational systems, the nature of knowledge itself is being redefined. Tools like ChatGPT can generate essays, solve equations, and even mimic creativity—instantly and on demand. This begs the question: In a world where information is just a prompt away, is “to know” still important? Or is it now more…

Something there isthat people will say; nothing you can do to crease, nor can I do to stop, nay! Not that saying is obligatory to donor that it is a choice to make; but, keeping silent isn’t purgatory, you know; nor is it unpermissible to fake! They will say, they will talk; For it’s their favorite thing to do; not that it is a time-pass of the folk; nor that anyone will stoop to sue. Their…

So what if I’m not around anymore?You can still go on anyhow,For neither time nor your breathLike my soul departed. Why should youThen pretend to have loved, cared,And feign to have gone blueAfter me, when all thisHowever, has ceased to be since I left you? Lady, you are but worshipping a corpseThat neither can feel you, prove love,Nor give warmth of ecstasy.Nor can the prayers you offer…

This expanded article examines the “Kartik Calling Kartik” effect in depth, incorporating real-world examples, ethical considerations, and strategies for balancing AI’s benefits and challenges. It provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the complexities of AI-driven communication. In the realm of technological advancement, few innovations have been as transformative as artificial…

Today, at my arrival here,I thought you’d sing merry cheer.With garlands in longing handsAnd a moony smile on your face, you’d hideAll the talks of heart, the unvoiced wantsThat through your breath, mixing in the air with mine,Would tell my heart of the drainsYou’ve flooded with your tears. The flash of your eyes, when I see,Would put on a show of the dreamsYou’ve knit through unslept nights and…

Looking up in the sky Broad barren bosom lie With its ever-happy clouds Floating freely down spy. I see the blue depth of heaven So many layers people say seven Cold and without warmth it stays Beneath its gaze flies the raven. Eyes stare through the black Believes the folk who someone lack There drift the souls of man Crying a while, they sorrow sack. I wonder sometime how it…

As if a dying fire’s smoke, I were,Stirring your heart in breaths, I left;Holding the arm of air, I flew sky-wideWithout your knowing, I passed in theft.