Dr. Areej ElSayary

Research & Scholarship

Explore peer-reviewed research, books, and chapters bridging AI, education, cyberpsychology, and STEM practice.

Journals
Books
Book Chapters
Conferences

Journals

  • ElSayary, A., Al Murrshidi, G., Aisha, N., Opoku, M. P. & Al Zaabi, A. (2026). Investigating parental involvement and barriers shaping students’ English learning outcomes in the United Arab Emirates. Studies in English Language and Education, 13(2), 903-920. https://doi.org/10.24815/siele.v13i2.1079 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A. (2026). The impact of generative AI training on teachers’ curriculum adaptation using reflective practices. Discover Artificial Intelligence. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44163-026-01456-0 (Q1)
  • Shomotova, A., ElSayary, A. (2026). AI Use and Research Integrity in Higher Education: Faculty Perspectives on Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies, and Misconduct. Higher Education Quarterly, 80(3), art. no. e70136. https://doi.org/10.1111/hequ.70136 (Q1)
  • Mohebi L. & ElSayary A. (2026). From Proficiency to Pedagogy: A Mixed-Methods Study of In-Service Teachers’ TPACK-GenAI and the Mediating Role of Pedagogical Knowledge, Computers and Education: Artificial Intelligence, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.caeai.2026.100599 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A. (2026). Exploringpreservice teachers’ design thinking mindset in a technology-enhanced active learning environment for stem courses. Online Learning, 30(1), pp. 213-245. https://doi.org.10.24059/olj.v30i1.4840 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A., Calmaestra, J. & Gómez-López, M. (2026). Cyber Behaviors and Well-Being in Emerging Adults: Patterns, Determinants, and Gender Differences. Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies, https://doi.org/10.1155/hbe2/7545763 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A., Calmaestra, J. & Gómez-López, M. (2026). The association between cyber behaviors and hedonic and eudaimonic well-being: the moderating role of personality traits. BMC Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-025-03812-8 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A. Hojeij, Z.  & Abdul Hadi, L. (2026). The Association Between Ethical AI Use and Well-being Among Young Adults in the UAE: A Structural Equation Modeling Approach. Wellbeing, Space & Society, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.wss.2026.100375(Q1)
  • ElSayary, A., Al Murshidi, G., Ragab, K., & Al Zaabi, A. (2026). AI transformation in education: Examining teachers’ perceptions using an integrated TAM-TPACK-GenAI framework. Contemporary Educational Technology, 18(1), Article ep636. https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/17983 (Q1)
  • Hojeij, Z., & ElSayary, A. (2026). Perceptions of educational leaders about creating e-portfolios as part of a leadership upskilling program. International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE), 15(1), 626. https://doi.org/10.11591/ijere.v15i1.29818 (Q3)
  • Saleh, D., & ElSayary, A. (2026). Generative AI use and self-learning in higher education: the role of learning difficulties. Frontiers in Education, 10. https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2025.1737928 (Q1)
  • Shomotova, A., ElSayary, A., & Husain, S. (2025). What shapes students’ AI literacy? Investigating digital competence, student background, and GenAI use in higher education. Education and Information Technologies.  https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-025-13832-x (Q1)
  •  Al Murshidi, G., ElSayary, A., Ragab, K., & Al Zaabi, A. (2025). Understanding teachers’ adoption of AI: Insights from innovation diffusion and social cognitive theories. Journal of Information Technology Education: Research, 24, Article 35. https://doi.org/10.28945/5643 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A. (2025). Navigating AI Ethics Through the Lens of Personality Traits and Well-being: Policy Recommendations for Young People in the UAE. Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies, 2025 (1). https://doi.org/10.1155/hbe2/5597545 (Q1)
  • Yehya, F., ElSayary, A., Al Murshidi, G., & Al Zaabi, A. (2025). Artificial intelligence integration and teachers’ self-efficacy in physics classrooms. Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 21(8), em2679. https://doi.org/10.29333/ejmste/16660  (Q2)
  • ElSayary, A., Karaki, S. & Ahmed, R. (2025). Exploring Reflective Practices in Blended Learning: A Deep Dive into Educators’ In-Action and On-Action Perspectives in Interdisciplinary Courses.Journal of Information Technology Education: Research, 25, pp. 019. https://doi.org/10.28945/5553 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A., Kuhail, M. A., & Hojeij, Z. (2025). Examining the role of prompt engineering in utilizing generative AI tools for lesson planning: insights from teachers’ experiences and perceptions. Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies, 2025(1). https://doi.org/10.1155/hbe2/9986139 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A. (2025). Enhancing teachers’ design thinking mindsets through reflective practice: Cultivating innovation in an upskilling STEAM training program. Eurasia Journal of Mathematics Science and Technology Education, 21(3), em2600. https://doi.org/10.29333/ejmste/16048  (Q2)
  • Shomotova, A., Husain, S., & Elsayary, A. (2025). Validation of the GenAI Usage Scale (GAIUS) and the role of demographics in academic dishonesty in higher education. Innovations in Education and Teaching International, 1–18. https://doi.org/10.1080/14703297.2025.2603622 (Q1)
  • Shomotova A., Husain S., Elsayary A., Das A., Muschert G. (2024). Impact of Socio-Cultural and Demographic Factors on Gen AI Accessibility, Usability, and Applicability in the UAE. The Russian Sociological Review, 23(4), 140-172 (Q2)
  • Hojeij, Z., Kuhail., M. & ElSayary, A. (2024). Investigating In-Service Teachers’ Views on ChatGPT Integration. Interactive Technology and Smart Education, https://doi.org/10.1108/ITSE-04-2024-0094 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A., Mohebi, L. (2024). Fostering preservice teachers socio-emotional, technological, and metacognitive knowledge (STM-K) using e-portfolios. Education and Information Technology . https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-024-12894-7 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A., Eppard, J., Mohebi, L., Bailey, F., & Thomure, H. (2024). The effectiveness of an online training module for Pre-Service and In-Service teachers: a case study. the Journal of Educators Online, 21(3). https://doi.org/10.9743/jeo.2024.21.3.13 (Q3)
  • Baroudi, S. & ElSayary, A. (2024). Driving transformation in higher education: Exploring the process and impact of educational innovations for sustainability through interdisciplinary studies. Higher Education Quarterly, e12529, 1-23. http://doi.org/10.1111/hequ.12529 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A., Meda, L., Karaki., S. & Mohebi, L. (2024). The Effective Use of Virtual Communication to an Online Professional Development Program through the Lens of Teachers’ Attitudes. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, 25(1), 78-94. https://doi.org/10.17718/tojde.1228480 (Q2)
  • ElSayary, A. (2024). Integrating generative AI in active learning environments: enhancing metacognition and technological skills. Journal of Systemics, Cybernetics, and Informatics/Journal of Systemics Cybernetics and Informatics, 22(3), 34–37. https://doi.org/10.54808/jsci.22.03.34
  • ElSayary, A. (2023). Utilizing Design Thinking to Enhance Wellbeing in Interdisciplinary Courses: A Positive Social Psychology Approach. Journal of Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics, 21(1), 9-17. https://doi.org/10.54808/JSCI.21.01.9
  • ElSayary, A. (2023). An Investigation of Teachers’ Perceptions of Using ChatGPT as a Supporting Tool for Teaching and Learning in the Digital Era. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1-15. https://doi.org/10.1111/jcal.12926 (Q1)
  • Mohebi, L., & ElSayary, A. (2023). Transformational leadership qualities of teacher candidates in classrooms: A study from UAE. Journal of Studies in Education, 13(3), 1. https://doi.org/10.5296/jse.v13i3.21009
  • ElSayary, A., & Mohebi, L. (2023). The development of preservice teachers’ metacognitive knowledge and self-regulation in online learning. Journal of Educators Online, 20(3), 148–163. https://doi.org/10.9743/jeo.2023.20.3.11 (Q3)
  • ElSayary, A. (2023).  The impact of a professional upskilling training programme on developing teachers’ digital competence. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning,  39(1), 1– 13. https://doi.org/10.1111/jcal.12788 (Q1)
  • Meda, L., Mohebi, L., ElSayary, A. & Karaki, S. (2023). A Mutually Enriching Inclusive Education Teacher Professional Development Program: Mentors’ and Mentees’ Reflections. International Journal of Evidence Based Coaching and Mentoring, 21(2), 51-62. https://doi.org/10.24384/fv45-1467 (Q3)
  • ElSayary, A. (2023). The influence of UAE schools initiatives on high-school students’ STEM career aspirations. Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 19(2), em2225. https://doi.org/10.29333/ejmste/12913 (Q2)
  • Meda, L., ElSayary, A. & Mohebi, L. (2023). Exploration of In-Service Teachers’ Preparedness and Perceived Challenges about Inclusive Education in the United Arab Emirates. Journal of Educational and Social Research, 13(1). https://doi.org/10.36941/jesr-2023-0003 (Q3)
  • Mohebi, L., ElSayary, A. & Meda, L. (2022). Teacher Candidates’ Perception of Their First Week School Placement: Comparison Between Online and Face-To-Face Practicum Learnings and Challenges. Перспективы Науки и Образования, 6(60), 598-611. https://www.doi.org/10.32744/pse.2022.6.36 (Q2)
  • Kuhail MA, ElSayary A, Farooq S, Alghamdi A. (2022). Exploring Immersive Learning Experiences: A Survey. Informatics,  9(4), pp. 75. https://doi.org/10.3390/informatics9040075 (Q2)
  • Mohebi, L. & ElSayary, A. (2022). Evaluating Pre-service Teachers Performance in a Blended Field Experience Course During the Quarantine of COVID-19. Journal of Educators Online, 19(3), https://doi.org/10.9743/JEO.2022.19.3.11 (Q3)
  • ElSayary, A. (2022). Developing Preservice Teachers’ Design Thinking Mindset Using Interactive Technology. Journal of Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics, 20(2), 13-16. https://doi.org/10.54808/JSCI.20.02.13
  • ElSayary, A. Mohebi, L. & Meda, L. (2022). The Impact of the Relationship of Social/emotional, Cognitive, and Behavioral Engagements on Developing Preservice Teachers Digital Competency. Journal of Information Technology Education: Research, 21, pp.269-295. https://doi.org/10.28945/4982 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A., Zein, R., & San Antonio, L. (2022). Using Interactive Technology to Develop Preservice Teachers’ STEAM Competencies in Early Childhood Education Program. Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 18(2), em2079. https://doi.org/10.29333/ejmste/11649 (Q2)
  • ElSayary, A. (2021). Transdisciplinary STEAM Curriculum Design and Authentic Assessment in Online Learning: A Model of Cognitive, Psychomotor, and Affective Domains. Journal of Turkish Science Education, 18(3), pp. 493-511. DOI no: 10.36681/tused.2021.86 (Q2)
  • ElSayary, A. (2021). Using a Reflective Practice Model to Teach STEM Education in a Blended Learning Environment. Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 17(2), em1942. https://doi.org/10.29333/ejmste/9699 (Q2)
  • Meda, L., & ElSayary, A. (2021). Establishing Social, Cognitive and Teacher Presences During Emergency Remote Teaching: Reflections of Certified Online Instructors in the United Arab Emirates. Contemporary Educational Technology, 13(4), ep318. https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/11073 (Q1)
  • ElSayary, A. (2018). The Relationship between Cognitive Development, Teaching Creative Thinking, Assessment, and an Interdisciplinary Approach. Journal for Researching Education Practice and Theory JREPT, 1(2), pp. 41-54.

Books

  • Hojeij, Z. & ElSayary, A. (Eds.). (2027). Impacts of Capstone Projects for Future-Ready Graduates: Design, Implementation, and Evaluation. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-5312-8
  • ElSayary, A. (2027). Digital Identities, AI Ethics, and Mental Health: Impacts of Technology on Cyber Behaviors and Personality Traits. Routledge: Taylor & Francis. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003657590
  • ElSayary, A. & Shomotova, A. (2026).Implications for Students’ Mental Health in the Digital Age: AI and Cyber Behavior. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-4222-1
  • ElSayary, A., Al Murshidi, G., & Ragab, K. (Eds.). (2026). Transforming Policy and Practice Through AI-Driven Educational Leadership. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-4908-4
  • ElSayary, A. (Ed.). (2025). Prompt Engineering and Generative AI Applications for Teaching and Learning. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-7332-3
  • ElSayary, A. & Olowoselu, A. (2024). Interdisciplinary Approaches for Educators’ and Learners’ Well-being: Transforming Education for Sustainable Development. In Springer Nature. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-65215-8
  • Olowoselu, A., & ElSayary, A. (2024). International Perspectives on Educational Administration using Educational Inquiry. In Routledge eBooks. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781032621296
  • ElSayary, A., & Olowoselu, A. (Eds.). (2023). Overcoming challenges in online learning: perspectives from asia and africa(Ser. Routledge research in digital education and educational technology). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003342335

Book Chapters

  • ElSayary, A. & Ragab, K. (2026). Cyber Behavior and Cognitive Outcomes: Navigating Digital Engagement in Modern Education. In  Implications for Students’ Mental Health in the Digital Age: AI and Cyber Behavior (pp. 1-30). https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-4222-1.ch001
  • ElSayary, A. (2026). Ethical AI in Education: Mental Health Surveillance, Student Well-Being, and the Boundaries of Care. In  Implications for Students’ Mental Health in the Digital Age: AI and Cyber Behavior (pp. 427-454). https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-4222-1.ch017
  • ElSayary, A. (2026). AI policy in the Gulf and Middle East. In Transforming Policy and Practice Through AI-Driven Educational Leadership (pp. 133–154). https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-4908-4.ch006
  • ElSayary, A., & Murshidi, G. A. (2026). Beyond digital literacy. In Transforming Policy and Practice Through AI-Driven Educational Leadership (pp. 29–48). https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-4908-4.ch002
  • ElSayary, A. & Ragab, K. (2026). Human Collaboration in the Age of AI: Building Responsible Digital Competencies in Education. In Integrity, Assessment, and Collaboration in the AI Classroom (pp. 31-70). https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-2600-0328-2.ch002
  • Hojeij, Z. & ElSayary, A. (2026). Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: Applications, Ethical Challenges, and Strategic Pathways for Institutional Transformation. In Integrity, Assessment, and Collaboration in the AI Classroom (pp.157-190). https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-2600-0328-2.ch006
  • Meda, L., Mohebi, L., & ElSayary, A. (2025). Teachers’ Experiences of Participating in an Inclusive Education Professional Development Program. In Mental Health, Disability, and Combating Marginalization in Education (pp. 193–212). https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-7163-4.ch008
  • ElSayary, A. & Kuhail, M. (2025). Employing Generative AI in Education: A Prompt Engineering Approach to Develop AI Literacy for Educators and Students. In Kuhail, M., Mohamad, M., Hamad, R. & Bahja, M. (Eds.), Unleashing User Innovation Multidisciplinary Perspectives on End-User Development and Generative AI. Routledge eBooks. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003485698-5
  • Shomotova, A., ElSayary, A. & Husain, S. (2025). From Theory to Practice: Enhancing GenAI Fluency with Insights from Instructors’ Reflections. In Kuhail, M., Mohamad, M., Hamad, R. & Bahja, M. (Eds.), Unleashing User Innovation Multidisciplinary Perspectives on End-User Development and Generative AI. Routledge eBooks. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003485698-7
  • ElSayary, A. (2025). Fostering Sustainable Development in Undergraduate Students’ Entrepreneurial Mindsets: Integrating Digital and AI Ethics in General Education. In M. Sposato & E. Carlos Dittmar (Eds.), Transforming Corporate Social Responsibility and Business Ethics With AI (pp. 463-486). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9894-4.ch015
  • Karaki, S., ElSayary, A., Mohebi, L., & Meda, L. (2025). Examining the Impact of a Professional Development Program in Preparing Teachers for Inclusive Education. In Sustainable perspectives in business, Economics and finance (pp. 295–316). Peter Lang GmbH. https://doi.org/10.3726/b22751
  • ElSayary, A. (Ed.). (2025). Transforming Education: Enhancing Interactive Learning Through Advanced Prompt Engineering Techniques. In Prompt Engineering and Generative AI Applications for Teaching and Learning. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-7332-3.ch06
  • ElSayary, A. (Ed.). (2025). Fostering Ethical Digital Citizenship: A Policy Framework for Integrating Digital Ethics in Education. InPrompt Engineering and Generative AI Applications for Teaching and Learning. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-7332-3.ch016
  • ElSayary, A., (2024). An Introduction to Interdisciplinary Approach on Global Issues for Educational Reform. In ElSayary, A. & Olowoselu, A. (2024). Interdisciplinary Approaches for Educators’ and Learners’ Well-being: Transforming Education for Sustainable Development. In Springer Nature. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-65215-8_1
  • ElSayary, A., (2024). The Problematic Internet Use and Its Impact on Young People’s Online Moral Disengagement. In ElSayary, A. & Olowoselu, A. (2024). Interdisciplinary Approaches for Educators’ and Learners’ Well-being: Transforming Education for Sustainable Development. In Springer Nature. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-65215-8_16
  • ElSayary, A. & Karaki, S.(2024). The Impact of Virtual Communication on Teachers’ Satisfaction, Motivation, and Well-Being in Professional Development. In ElSayary, A. & Olowoselu, A. (2024). Interdisciplinary Approaches for Educators’ and Learners’ Well-being: Transforming Education for Sustainable Development. In Springer Nature. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-65215-8_13
  • ElSayary, A., (2024). Digital Mental Health Application to Develop Students’ Cyber Behavioral, Social and Emotional Competencies. In ElSayary, A. & Olowoselu, A. (2024). Interdisciplinary Approaches for Educators’ and Learners’ Well-being: Transforming Education for Sustainable Development. In Springer Nature. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-65215-8_12
  • ElSayary, A., Meda, L. & Mohebi, L. (2024). Equipped for Technology-Enhanced Teaching, Yet Unprepared for Online Education: Nurturing the Sustainable Development of Student Learning. In ElSayary, A. & Olowoselu, A. (2024). Interdisciplinary Approaches for Educators’ and Learners’ Well-being: Transforming Education for Sustainable Development. In Springer Nature. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-65215-8_10
  • ElSayary, A. (2024). Enhancing Education in the Digital Era: Leveraging ChatGPT for Transformative Learning. In Olowoselu, A., & ElSayary, A. (2024). International Perspectives on Educational Administration using Educational Inquiry. In Routledge eBooks. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781032621296-4
  • ElSayary, A. & Mohebi, L. (2024). A Study on the Transformational Leadership Qualities of Preservice Teachers in UAE Classroom. In Olowoselu, A., & ElSayary, A. (2024). International Perspectives on Educational Administration using Educational Inquiry. In Routledge eBooks. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781032621296-11
  • ElSayary, A. (2024). Developing Pre-Service and In-Service Teachers’ Design Thinking Mindsets Influenced by the E-Learning Environment. In Olowoselu, A., & ElSayary, A. (2024). International Perspectives on Educational Administration using Educational Inquiry. In Routledge eBooks. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781032621296-20
  • Abdul Hadi, L. and ElSayary, A. (2023), “Implementation of a High School Equivalency Policy in an Active Learning Environment: A Case Study of US-Curriculum School in the United Arab Emirates”, Lytras, M.D. (Ed.) Active and Transformative Learning in STEAM Disciplines (Emerald Studies in Active and Transformative Learning in Higher Education), Emerald Publishing Limited, Bingley, pp. 259-279. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83753-618-420231013
  • ElSayary, A. and Baroudi, S. (2023), “Educational Sustainability for Transforming Education: A New Approach of Active Learning in an Interdisciplinary Program in Higher Education”, Lytras, M.D. (Ed.) Active and Transformative Learning in STEAM Disciplines (Emerald Studies in Active and Transformative Learning in Higher Education), Emerald Publishing Limited, Bingley, pp. 25-39. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83753-618-420231002
  • ElSayary, A. (2023). Introduction to Challenges of Online Learning. In ElSayary, A. & Olowoselu, A. (Eds.). (2023). Overcoming challenges in online learning : perspectives from asia and africa (pp.3-12). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003342335-2
  • ElSayary, A. (2023). Students’ Active Engagement in Online Learning. In ElSayary, A. & Olowoselu, A. (Eds.). (2023). Overcoming challenges in online learning : perspectives from asia and africa (pp.97-106). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003342335-12
  • ElSayary, A. (2023). Using Interactive Technology to Enable Interactive E-learning Environment. In ElSayary, A. & Olowoselu, A. (Eds.). (2023). Overcoming challenges in online learning : perspectives from asia and africa (pp.145-150). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003342335-17
  • ElSayary, A. (2020). Teaching and Assessing Creativity in STEAM Education. In Forawi, S. (Eds.), Science and Mathematics Education in Multicultural Contexts: New Directions in Teaching and Learning (pp. 76-93). Common Ground Research Networks. DOI: https://doi.org/10.18848/978-1-86335-225-3/CGP
  • ElSayary, A. (2020).  Transforming Students’ Learning through Transdisciplinary STEAM Curriculum Design. In David, S.A., & Hill, C. (Eds.), Curriculum Innovation and Transformation: Studies on Design, Discourse and Development (pp.5-32). Beau Bassin: Scholar’s Press.
  • ElSayary, A. (2018). The relationship between exposing young Emiratis to STEM education and their expectancy to pursue STEM career paths: Implications for STEM Policy in the UAE (pp. 27-58). In David, S.A., & Abdulai, A. (2018). Eds., Education Policies in the Age of Social Advancement: Studies from the United Arab Emirates. Scholars’ Press.
  • ElSayary, A. Forawi, S. & Mansour, N. (2015). Teaching thinking in STEM subjects: STEM education and problem-based learning, pp. 357- 368, in: The Routledge International Handbook of Research on Teaching Thinking. Routledge International Handbooks. London and New York. Routledge Taylor & Francis Group.blishers, page ranges, publication years, and any relevant DOIs or links.

Conferences

  • Memari, M. A., Remeithi, M. A., Zaabi, A. A., & ElSayary, A. (2025). The impact of social media on adolescents’ emotional regulation. Proceedings of the 29th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics (WMSCI 2025), 267–272. https://doi.org/10.54808/wmsci2025.01.267
  • Taleb, S., AlKhoori, M., & ElSayary, A. (2025). Enhancing virtual Try-On platforms for the UAE’s E-Commerce market. Proceedings of the 29th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics (WMSCI 2025), 107–113. https://doi.org/10.54808/wmsci2025.01.107
  • AlMarzooqi, H. K., & ElSayary, A. (2025). The impact of virtual reality on cultural tourism and heritage preservation in the United Arab Emirates. Proceedings of the 29th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics (WMSCI 2025), 51–56. https://doi.org/10.54808/wmsci2025.01.51
  • AlAmeri, N., & ElSayary, A. (2025). Overcoming Entrepreneurial Barriers: Exploring Technology-Based Solutions for Business Success in the UAE. Proceedings of the 29th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics (WMSCI 2025), 102–106. https://doi.org/10.54808/wmsci2025.01.102
  • ElSayary, A., Ragab, J. K., & Abuali, R. M. (2025). Utilizing computational tools in biomedical education to promote sustainable healthcare solutions: a multidisciplinary approach. Proceedings of the 29th World Multi-Conference on Systemics, Cybernetics and Informatics (WMSCI 2025), 24–31. https://doi.org/10.54808/wmsci2025.01.24
  • Shamsi, S. A., Hamami, R. A., Ali, S., & ElSayary, A. (2025). Impacts of AI usage ethically on students. Proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Society and Information Technologies (ICSIT 2025), 55–62. https://doi.org/10.54808/icsit2025.01.55
  • ElSayary, A., & Ragab, J. K. (2025). Digital Neuroplasticity: How prolonged technology use reshapes neural pathways over time. Proceedings of the 16th International Multi-Conference on Complexity, Informatics and Cybernetics (IMCIC 2025), 158–164. https://doi.org/10.54808/imcic2025.01.158
  • AlAhbabi, A., AlTeneiji, A., AlShaer, A., AlJaberi, G., & ElSayary, A. (2024). The effect of social media on anxiety and stress. Proceedings, 193–199. https://doi.org/10.54808/wmsci2024.01.193
  • Ahbabi, A. A., Teneiji, A. A., Shaer, A. A., Jaberi, G. A., & ElSayary, A. (2024). The effects of social media on Self-Esteem. Proceedings, 185–192. https://doi.org/10.54808/wmsci2024.01.185
  • Binsafwan, A., AlHameli, Z., & ElSayary, A. (2024). Negative effects on productivity and life satisfaction through social media. Proceedings, 1–3. https://doi.org/10.54808/wmsci2024.01.1
  • ElSayary, A., Aljneibi, M., & Abuali, R. (2024). The Relationship Between Personality Traits and Sustaining Young People’s Well-Being: A Comprehensive Literature review. Proceedings, 131–138. https://doi.org/10.54808/imsci2024.01.131
  • ElSayary, A., Alzaffin, R. A., & Alsuwaidi, M. E. (2024). Navigating Digital Identities: The influence of online interactions on youth cyber psychology and cyber behavior. Proceedings, 123–130. https://doi.org/10.54808/imsci2024.01.123
  • ElSayary, A. (2024). Integrating Generative AI in Active Learning Environments: Enhancing Metacognition and Technological Skills. Proceedings of the 15th International Multi-Conference on Complexity, Informatics and Cybernetics (IMCIC 2024 ). Orlando Florida, USA.  
  • ElSayary, A. (2023). Codesign a Digital Mental Health Application to Promote 145 Young People’s Cyber-Behavioral Competence and Sustain Their Wellbeing: A Literature Review’. Proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Society and Information Technologies: ICSIT 2023. Orlando Florida, USA.  
  • ElSayary, A. (2023). The Positive Social Psychology Intervention of Using Design Thinking to Improve Learners’ Wellbeing in Interdisciplinary Courses.  Proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Society and Information Technologies: ICSIT 2023. Orlando Florida, USA.  
  • ElSayary, A. & Meda, L. (2022). Establishing Social, Cognitive and Teacher Presences to Develop Students’ Digital Competencies through their Engagements in Online Learning. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Society and Information Technologies: ICSIT 2022. Orlando Florida, USA.  
  • ElSayary, A. (2022). A Pilot Study of Developing Preservice Teachers’ Design Thinking Mindset. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference on Society and Information Technologies: ICSIT 2022. Orlando Florida, USA.  
  • ElSayary, A. (2021). Using Applied Technology to Enable Active Learning Environment: An Era of Online Learning. Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Society and Information Technologies: ICSIT 2021. Orlando Florida, USA.
  • ElSayary, A. (2021). Teaching and Assessing Creativity in STEAM Education. In Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Society and Information Technologies (ICSIT 2021) (pp. 126-131). Orlando Florida, USA: International Institute of Informatics and Systematics.
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