Today, digital transformation is a major factor that determines the renewal and strategic expansion of higher education institutions. It is not only about the use of technology in classrooms but the whole paradigm of universities organizing learning, research, and societal interaction. This study explores how universities perceive and implement digital change, what factors influence these changes, and what barriers prevent them from moving forward. This research explores both the theory and the real-world application of digital transformation in higher education with an emphasis on creating a national model of a digital university in Kazakhstan. This research adopts a qualitative design and is grounded in well-founded theory principles. A wide range of academic publications from 2020 to 2025 have been reviewed, and key studies were deeply analyzed with the help of Atlas.ti25, which facilitated the identification of recurring themes and conceptual relationships in the higher education sector. The results reveal that successful digital transformation depends on the balancing of the four interrelated factors that are articulated in this study. Among those are empathetic leadership, a trustworthy digital infrastructure, innovative teaching and learning methods, and the continuous development of employee qualifications. The universities that were able to implement digital transformation more thoroughly are usually the ones showing strategic consistency, internal collaboration, and the sustained investment in human and technological resources. However, at the same time, numerous institutions confront financial constraints, weak infrastructure, and faculty members’ varying levels of digital preparedness. To the problems mentioned above, this research offers a Digital University Model which sees the university as a changing ecosystem that merges institutional, technological, pedagogical, and cultural processes into one structure of ongoing innovation. This study continues the discussions on digital transformation in higher education in a clear and accessible manner. The authors explain how digitalization influences the development of universities and colleges, offering valuable guidance for institutional leaders and decision makers. In addition, this article presents concrete and practical recommendations that can support educational institutions in advancing their digital maturity.

Automating real-time sign language translation through deep learning and machine learning techniques can greatly enhance communication between the deaf community and the wider public. This research investigates how these technologies can change the way individuals with speech impairments communicate. Despite advancements, developing accurate models for recognizing both static and dynamic gestures remains challenging due to variations in gesture speed and length, which affect the effectiveness of the models. We introduce a hybrid approach that merges machine learning and deep learning methods for sign language recognition. We provide new model for the recognition of Kazakh Sign Language (QazSL), employing five algorithms: Support Vector Machine (SVM), Long Short Term Memory (LSTM), Gated Recurrent Unit (GRU), Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) with VGG19, ResNet-50, and YOLOv5. The models were trained on a QazSL dataset of more than 4,400 photos. Among the assessed models, the GRU attained the highest accuracy of 100%, followed closely by SVM and YOLOv5 at 99.98%, VGG19 at 98.87% for dynamic dactyls, LSTM at 85%, and ResNet-50 at 78.61%. These findings illustrate the comparative efficacy of each method in real-time gesture recognition. The results yield significant insights for enhancing sign language recognition systems, presenting possible advancements in accessibility and communication for those with hearing impairments.

One of the most important aspects of the effective functioning of wireless sensor network (WSN) is their security. Despite significant progress in WSN security, there are still several unresolved issues. Many review studies have been published on the problems of possible attacks on WSN and their identification. However, due to the lack of their systematic analysis, it is not possible to fully substantiate practical recommendations for the effective application of the proposed solutions in the field of WSN security. In particular, the creation of methods that provide a high degree of security while minimizing computational effort and costs, and the development of effective methods for detecting and preventing attacks on WSN. The purpose of this document is to fill this gap. The article presents the results of the study in the form of a systematic analysis of the literature with a targeted selection of sources to identify the most effective methods for detecting and preventing attacks on WSN. By identifying the security of WSN, which has not yet been addressed in research works, the review aims to reduce its impact. As a result, our extended taxonomy is presented, including attack types, datasets, effective WSN attack detection methods, countermeasures, and intrusion detection systems (IDS).

Gamification is the highest priority in the field of education, especially in the context of inclusive education. It provides the opportunity to create personalized educational programs and encourage enthusiasm for their execution. The implementation of novel gamification tactics can significantly improve educational results and meet the diverse needs of learners in inclusive education. However, research on the utilization of gamification to increase educational inclusion is lacking. This study conducted a comprehensive literature review to present a succinct overview of the research findings and discussions on personalized gamified inclusive education. Our review represents an important contribution to the development of gamification in inclusive education, providing an up-to-date state of the art on the use of gamification as an educational technology capable of addressing the needs of all educational participants, including persons with disabilities. To ensure a full understanding of this research area, a systematic literature review was conducted by analyzing 348 publications covering the period from 2013–2024 on the basis of data from SpringerLink, Scopus and IEEE Xplore database. The methodological stages of the study included planning the review, searching, analyzing the literature and presenting the results. The results of this systematic review emphasize the importance of gamification ins upporting educational inclusion and highlight the need for further research to develop and implement gamification strategies to help overcome barriers and support inclusive education.

This study explores the evolving role of digital technologies and gamification in inclusive education for children with special needs, particularly those with intellectual disabilities. The purpose of the research is to identify key trends, influential contributors, and thematic priorities through a bibliometric and thematic analysis. A total of 111 publications from Google Scholar, Crossref, and Scopus (2013–2024) were examined using VOSviewer and SciMAT software to analyze keyword co-occurrences, publication dynamics, and citation patterns. The findings reveal a sharp increase in relevant research after 2018, with the United States, United Kingdom, and Spain leading in output and citations. Dominant themes include gamification, digital tools, motivation, and cognitive development. The study concludes that the integration of gamification significantly enhances learner engagement and educational outcomes in inclusive settings. These results highlight the need for continued development of adaptive digital learning tools and provide practical guidance for educators, policymakers, and developers working to support inclusive educational practices.

This article presents an analysis of the application of gamification in inclusive education systems, aimed at studying its effectiveness in shaping personalized educational trajectories for students with disabilities. The study conducted a comprehensive analysis of methodological approaches to integrating game elements into educational processes, focused on increasing student motivation and engagement. The research was based on a systematic literature review using the PRISMA methodology, covering publications from leading scientific databases (Web of Science, Scopus, Google Scholar) from 2019 to 2024. After the stages of identification, screening, and analysis, 78 of the most relevant publications were selected, reflecting current trends in the field of gamification in inclusive education. The results of the analysis highlight the need for further research into the long-term impact of gamification on the learning process, especially in the context of individualizing educational trajectories and ensuring equal access to educational resources. The findings emphasize the importance of continued research aimed at assessing the long-term effects of gamified approaches, as well as teacher preparation and their ability to adapt educational practices to meet the diverse needs of students.