The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the end of in-person classes at universities and schools and the beginning of digital advancements in higher education. Flipped learning is very different from traditional teaching methods and necessitates some shifts in the roles of the teacher and the student. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of using flipped learning on students' achievement and measure their attitudes towards learning through it during the Corona pandemic period. A quasi-experimental study design was adopted through the pretest and posttest measurements. Two groups were randomly assigned one to be experimental, and the other a control. The present study showed that there was no statistically significant difference between the mean of the pre-measurement and post-measurement tests of the experimental group’s motivation towards learning using the flipped learning strategy. The findings from the quantitative data revealed that flipped learning contributed to the academic success of students and their attitudes toward learning during the corona pandemic period. Hence, further studies with more extended periods are recommended to examine the effect of Flipped learning on self-directed learning and other related variables.

The present study aims to examine the implementation of Blockchain Technology within the financial sector, with a specific emphasis on its acceptance by Islamic banks operating in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In the context of a technologically advanced period that necessitates expeditious and safe transactions, blockchain emerges as a viable remedy by obviating the need for intermediary entities and augmenting the velocity and security of transactions. This study uses Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to investigate the important success aspects of technology and its influence on the performance of Islamic banks. The findings of this study are of particular importance, as they demonstrate the considerable impact of Investment Willingness on Financial Resources. Additionally, the study highlights the crucial role played by Organizational Culture and Leadership Support in fostering readiness for adoption. This study serves as an initial step towards the wider use of blockchain technology in the financial industry, with a particular focus on its application within Islamic banking institutions.

The aim of this study was to examine how the implications of the Covid-19 pandemic moderate the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the effective application of Cyber Governance (CG) in Islamic banks. A total of 93 questionnaires from branch heads of Islamic banks were used in this study, and the data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) through descriptive-analytical methods. The findings indicated that AI has a significant influence on the effective application of CG in Islamic banks. The study also revealed that the Covid-19 Pandemic positively moderates the influence of AI on the effective application of CG in Islamic banks. The results of this study have implications for regulators and decision-makers in proposing new legislation to effectively apply CG in the Islamic banking sector, which can help protect public funds and limit cyber-attacks. This study is the first to investigate the moderating effect of the Covid-19 pandemic on the influence of AI on the effective application of CG in Islamic banks.

The aim of this study is to examine the impact of Big Data on strategic foresight in the presence of open innovation as a (mediating variable) in the companies of the therapeutic industry and the medical supplies sector in Amman the capital city of Jordan. Out of the (121) companies making up the total of such companies, the study focused on (18) industrial companies that had more than (100) employees in total, however only (11) of those have consented to take part in the study. The study population consisted of (271) employees occupying different jobs (general manager, deputy general manager, unit manager, department manager). Due to the limited size of the population, the entire number of employees were included as participants using the comprehensive survey technique, and the number of returned and validated questionnaires for analysis were (259), representing (95.5%) of the total. In order to determine the study problem, pilot structured interviews were used in a sample of the mentioned companies. The questionnaire was employed as the key tool to measure the study variables through data collection, and the descriptive and inferential statistics methods were used to analyze the collected data, through calculations of the arithmetic mean, standard deviation, t-test and half-segmentation, exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis and the structured equation model using SMART PLS3 for hypothesis testing. The study culminated in several results, the most important of which was evidence that open innovation played a partial mediating role in the relationship between big data and strategic foresight in the companies of the therapeutic industries and medical supplies sector. Accordingly, a set of recommendations were put forward, the most important of which is to increase investment in big data in the companies due to its importance in foreseeing the future. As well as applying open innovation practices and strengthening strategic foresight practices due to its important role in avoiding extensive losses and seizing new opportunities. Highlighting the need to pay attention to open innovation practices that generate ideas and help to have strategic foresight.

Educational systems worldwide have witnessed a significant shift towards technological applications, especially after COVID-19, which impacted how the learning contents are delivered in classrooms. Given the increased attention given to the numerous advantages of computer Simulations (CSs) programs, particularly in science education, this study compared the efficacy of employing a lab simulation of Newton's Second Law of Motion to teach physics in the UAE secondary school environment versus the more conventional approach (Face-to-face instruction). The study employed a quasi-experimental design that included 90 UAE 11th-grade students from two public schools in the City of Al Ain. The intervention included student engagement in the PhET interactive simulation of Newton’s second law of motion. The study employed the Test of Science-Related Attitudes (TOSRA) questionnaire to collect data before and after the intervention for the experimental and control groups. The findings demonstrated statistically significant differences between experimental and control groups in students' attitudes toward scientific inquiry, enjoyment of science lessons, and career interest in physics/science. Furthermore, results showed a significant difference in attitudes perceived in these scales, with males having a more significant effect size than female students in all three scales. The study concludes with implications and suggests recommendations for future research and practice.

Islamic banking across the developing countries may undoubtedly become more prevalent thanks to financial technology, making it more competitive in the financial sector. The current study's goal is to extensively address fintech on Islamic banks and to examine the effect of fintech Services upon Islamic banking financial performance around Jordan. The investigation utilized a quantitative-descriptive survey approach. The study utilized annual data (panel data) which were acquired via financial institutions figures of the annual statements from the Jordan's Islamic Bank (JIB) registered with Amman Stock Exchange from 2017 to 2021. This investigation found Fintech services, such as internet banking, mobile banking, crowdfunding, and automated teller machines had a substantial effect on JIB's financial performance. The positive beta value suggests that there were favorable relationships among JIB's financial success from 2017 to 2021 on Fintech services. Finally, the study recommends that JIB increase its efforts to inform the public concerning Islamic banking services.

The accelerated progress of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the accounting field has resulted in a heightened use of this technology in international enterprises, therefore generating noteworthy ethical concerns. This research investigates the ethical implications that arise from the use of AI in accounting practices, focusing on international corporations operating in Jordan. The objective of this research is to provide a comprehensive framework for the ethical and responsible integration of AI within the accounting domain. The research used a survey methods approach while 379 respondents were selected using cluster and proportional sampling. The qualitative component of the research investigates the viewpoints and concerns of persons pertaining to the use of AI. The study results provide significant contributions to the development of a context-specific paradigm for AI ethics that prioritizes concepts such as transparency, fairness, and accountability. The findings of this study have substantial value for multinational corporations engaged in commercial operations in Jordan and similar regions. The results provide organizations with the necessary tools to proficiently address the ethical dilemmas that emerge as a result of using artificial intelligence in accounting procedures.

China is the largest emitter of greenhouse gases globally, responsible for a substantial portion of the world's total carbon dioxide emissions. Many researchers investigated this issue; however, the literature is silent on how FinTech-based incentives can improve environmental performance. The research aims to shed light on the complex relationships among FinTech incentives, green consumer behavior, environmental consciousness, and environmental performance. Data was collected from 380 respondents representing diverse roles in the manufacturing industry. We used Smart-PLS and SPSS to test our hypothesis. The results confirm a positive relationship between FinTech incentives and green consumer behavior. However, consumer demographics and environmental awareness do not significantly moderate this relationship. The mediation analysis reveals that green consumer behavior mediates the relationship between FinTech incentives and environmental performance, while environmental consciousness mediates the relationship between FinTech incentives and green consumer behavior. Additionally, green consumer behavior mediates the relationship between environmental consciousness and environmental performance. The study's findings suggest that FinTech incentives effectively encourage eco-friendly choices, positively influencing environmental performance. This research contributes valuable insights for policymakers and businesses seeking to design effective environmental strategies and promote sustainability in the manufacturing industry. By leveraging FinTech incentives to encourage eco-friendly choices and foster environmental consciousness, businesses can contribute to a more sustainable future, aligning with global efforts to address environmental challenges and foster responsible consumption patterns in China and beyond.

The security and integrity of computer systems and networks highly depend on malware detection. In the realm of malware detection, the K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN) algorithm is a well-liked and successful machine learning algorithm. However, the choice of an acceptable distance metric parameter has a significant impact on the KNN algorithm's performance. This study tries to improve malware detection by adjusting the KNN algorithm's distance metric parameter. The distance metric greatly influences the similarity or dissimilarity between instances in the feature space. The KNN algorithm for malware detection can be more accurate and effective by carefully choosing or modifying the distance metric. This paper analyzes multiple distance metrics, including Minkowski distance, Manhattan distance, and Euclidean distance. These metrics account for the traits of malware samples while capturing various aspects of similarity. The effectiveness of the KNN algorithm is evaluated using the MalMem-2022 malware dataset, and the results are broken down into these three-distance metrics. The experimental findings show that, among the three distance metric parameters, the Euclidean and Minkowski distance metric parameters considerably produced the best outcomes with binary classification. While with multiclass classification, the KNN algorithm has achieved the highest outcomes using Manhattan distance.

Given the widespread adoption of social media as a primary information source, organizations can no longer do without it. The importance of social media in creating sustainable company strategies has increased in tandem with the public's growing knowledge of sustainability issues. This study examines how marketing and social media can create brand sustainability plans. To create a practical framework for creating sustainability strategies, the relevant literature was evaluated. Market managers and digital marketers were surveyed using an online questionnaire. To extract conclusions from the data and model variables, a structural equation model was used. Findings from the survey indicate that businesses are increasingly turning to social media to share information with stakeholders, solicit opinions, and collect information for use in developing sustainability plans. Market managers play a vital role in ensuring the sustainability of their businesses. The research has theoretical and managerial implications.