Many have suggested that AI-based interventions could enhance learning by personalization, improving teacher effectiveness, or by optimizing educational processes. However, they could also have unintended or unexpected side-effects, such as undermining learning by enabling procrastination, or reducing …

In this paper, we conceptualize circular economy ecosystem emergence as the intersection of extant innovation, entrepreneurial, and industrial ecosystems. From our rich qualitative data in the circular textiles and apparel industry, we identify drivers behind emergence and uncover the pivotal role ecosystem …

Biogas production involves the complex process of anaerobic digestion in bioreactors. This paper presents numerical modeling results and analysis of bioreactors. We discuss research methodology, model geometry, internal bioreactor processes, and possible modifications. Two mathematical models and their …

As urban environments increasingly adopt automated technologies for municipal enforcement, this paper interrogates the erosion of human judgment, discretion, and interaction in public space governance. Drawing on participatory design workshops within the “Human Values for Smarter Cities” project, the …

Although near-peer role modeling (NPRM) has been suggested as an effective pedagogical intervention for boosting confidence, motivation, and self-efficacy, few studies have examined its connection with learner needs and well-being utilizing an established psychological framework. The present study investigates …

This handbook offers specific tools for campuses and innovation districts to better connect them with the city. It is based on real-life examples and outreach interventions in Amsterdam, collected through interviews and a workshop. These examples show the many ways in which outreach by innovation districts …

Sociaal werkers krijgen in hun dagelijkse werk steeds vaker te maken met mantelzorgers. Die laatsten voelen zich vaak ongezien door beroepskrachten, ziet Yvette Wittenberg. Wat kunnen sociaal werkers doen om de samenwerking met mantelzorgers beter en gelijkwaardiger te laten verlopen? Tijd investeren …

In deze quickscan vatten wij de wetenschappelijke kennis over ervaringsdeskundigheid samen. Bijzondere aandacht gaat daarbij uit naar de inzet van ervaringskennis door en voor jongeren, mede vanwege een bijbehorende casestudy. We bespreken onder meer empirische bevindingen, mogelijke valkuilen, randvoorwaarden …