At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of individuals were subject to social restrictions. The virus was declared a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern” (PHEIC), and to curb its spread governments worldwide implemented lockdowns, keeping people at home. Although different countries responded to the pandemic in different ways, most countries implemented a travelContinue reading “An Autoethnographic Look Into Being Stranded Due To COVID-19”
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In Conversation with Claire Cartwright
Welcome to another episode of our “In Conversation with Sage Authors” series! This episode is an opportunity for us to hear from Dr. Claire Cartwright, author of “Introduction to Countertransference” on her journey toward writing this “gem of a book”. Psychologists, psychotherapists, counselors, and other mental health professionals, who want to enhance their countertransference knowledgeContinue reading “In Conversation with Claire Cartwright”
The Real Threat of AI-Powered Research Paper Mills to Academic Publishers
The availability of artificial intelligence-powered research paper mills may threaten research integrity in the modern age. The latest version of OpenAI’s artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, ChatGPT, has impressed many with its ability to produce poetry and academic essays that are hard to distinguish from those written by humans. However, some are concerned that this couldContinue reading “The Real Threat of AI-Powered Research Paper Mills to Academic Publishers”
What AI-Generated Essays Mean for Academic Writing
The concept of artificial intelligence-generated texts has been the subject of ongoing debate among academic circles. The concept of AI-generated texts has been the subject of ongoing debate among academic circles. Some argue that these systems enable cheating by allowing students to quickly generate essays on any topic, while others – those who have createdContinue reading “What AI-Generated Essays Mean for Academic Writing”
The Impact of ChatGPT on Higher Education
AI-powered tools and technology such as ChatGPT have caused quite a stir, particularly in the academic sector. The rise of AI-powered tools and technology, such as ChatGPT, has caused quite a stir, particularly in the academic sector. The chatbot, developed by OpenAI, uses natural language processing and machine learning to understand and generate human-like responsesContinue reading “The Impact of ChatGPT on Higher Education”
Covid-19’s Impact on the Tourism and Hospitality Industry
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the tourism and hospitality industry worldwide. As countries closed their borders and imposed lockdowns to contain the spread of the virus, the industry suffered an immediate and severe drop in tourism and travel. According to Iskender et al. (2022), the pandemic has caused the largest declineContinue reading “Covid-19’s Impact on the Tourism and Hospitality Industry”
Earth Day: A Call to Action for a Sustainable Future
Every 22nd of April marks Earth Day, a global observance highlighting the importance of environmental protection and sustainability. The first Earth Day was celebrated in 1970 when millions came together to raise awareness about our planet’s environmental issues. Today, more than 50 years later, Earth Day continues to serve as a reminder of the urgentContinue reading “Earth Day: A Call to Action for a Sustainable Future”
In Conversation with David Beirman
In this exciting episode of our “In Conversation with Sage Authors” series, we had the honor of chatting with none other than David Beirman, the brilliant author behind “Tourism Crises & Destination Recovery“. In this exclusive interview, we’ll delve deep into David’s storied background and uncover the inspiration behind his indispensable guide. Additionally, we’ll discoverContinue reading “In Conversation with David Beirman”
International Special Librarians Day
As Neil Gaiman puts it, “Google can bring you back 100,000 answers; a librarian can bring you back the right one.” Cutting through that sea of information, it does take a trained and skilled professional to find what you are looking for. Librarians are essential information professionals with expertise in knowledge management, information research andContinue reading “International Special Librarians Day “
COVID-19’s Impact On Students’ Mental Health
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in November 2019, it threw the world into a flurry. Since the Spanish Flu in the early 1900s, the world has never experienced an outbreak on such a devastating level. Its rapid and virulent spread made this virus a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern” (PHEIC) in January 2020. AlthoughContinue reading “COVID-19’s Impact On Students’ Mental Health”