Contemporary Trends in Utilizing Digital Educational Platforms to Develop Scientific Research Skills Among Gifted Students
(A Literature Review)
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https://doi.org/10.33193/JALHSS.132.2026.1711Keywords:
Digital Educational Platforms, Scientific Research Skills, Gifted StudentsAbstract
The study aimed to review and analyze contemporary trends in the use of digital learning platforms for developing scientific research skills among gifted students. To achieve this objective, the study adopted a literature review approach, examining the theoretical foundations of digital learning platforms in gifted education, scientific research skills and research ethics, and the characteristics and theoretical perspectives of gifted learners. It further analyzed recent Arabic and international studies to identify emerging research trends and gaps in the field. The findings indicate a growing emphasis on digital learning platforms as interactive, personalized learning environments that promote higher-order skills among gifted learners. They also reflect an increasing integration of artificial intelligence and learning analytics to enhance adaptive and learner-centered educational experiences. However, the review identified a notable gap in literature, with relatively few studies examining the use of digital learning platforms to develop scientific research skills among gifted students, particularly in intermediate and secondary education.
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