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A New Age Dawns On First Street: The Supreme Court’S Use Of Loper Bright During The October 2024 Term, Ryan P. Mulvey, Michael Pepson

Liberty University Law Review

This Article analyzes the impact of the Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, which overruled Chevron deference and redefined judicial review of legal questions in the administrative-law context. Specifically, the Authors explore how the Court operationalized Loper Bright throughout the October 2024 Term to emphasize the importance of independent, de novo review, as well as the robust use of traditional canons of statutory interpretation to reach the original public meaning of statutes. The Article also explores the implications of the Court’s recent use of Loper Bright for related doctrines like so-called “Skidmore deference,” the …

Balancing The Triangle: Restoring Judicial Interpretation Without Ignoring Agency Expertise After Loper Bright, William L. Burner

Liberty University Law Review

For nearly forty years, Chevron required courts to defer to an agency’s reasonable interpretation of an ambiguous statute, even when a better reading was available. This approach undermined the role of the judiciary and disrupted the separation of powers. Rather than interpreting the law, courts became second to the Executive Branch in determining what statutes meant. Congress contributed to the problem by drafting vague laws and depending on agencies to resolve the ambiguity. The result was a structural imbalance that left courts out of place and agencies in charge.

In Loper Bright, the Supreme Court ended Chevron deference and …

Legal Conservatism And The Rise And Fall Of Chevron, Ryan Bangert

Liberty University Law Review

Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo marks a watershed moment in administrative law and conservative legal thought by formally overruling Chevron U.S.A. Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council and restoring judicial responsibility for resolving questions of statutory interpretation. This Article situates Loper Bright within the longer intellectual history of the modern conservative legal movement, arguing that Chevron deference emerged and was popularized, at least in part, as a conservative response to the perceived excesses of judicial activism during the Warren and Burger Court eras. While Chevron was initially embraced as a doctrine of judicial restraint that respected democratic accountability, it ultimately …

Loper Bright: Big Deal Or Same As The Old Boss?, John J. Vecchione, Kara M. Rollins

Liberty University Law Review

On June 28, 2024, forty years of judicial deference to an agency’s interpretation of silent or ambiguous statutes fell. The dethronement of Chevron U.S.A. Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.,¹ “a decaying husk with bold pretensions,” by Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo² was heralded by the proclamation that “Chevron is overruled,” and its accompanying command that “[c]ourts must exercise their independent judgement in deciding whether an agency has acted within its statutory authority, as the [Administrative Procedure Act] requires.”³ The ruling was expected to upend the practice of administrative law. But more than a …

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Who Creates Art - Artist-Machine Collaboration In The Age Of Generative Ai, Lina M. A. Kattan

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This research examines the relationship between human creativity and generative AI, arguing that while AI art continues art's development, it also introduces a rupture that challenges core concepts such as authorship, originality, and artistic identity. Drawing on historical parallels with earlier disruptions - including the printing press and photography - the study traces recurring cultural tensions, fears of the artist's replacement, and debates around authenticity, while acknowledging the creative possibilities opened by generative systems. Using an interdisciplinary methodology integrates art-historical inquiry, philosophical analysis, and empirical research, the study investigates how AI models generate images, how artists adopt or resist these …

Traditional Handicraft Items Revival In The Carpentry Industry - Applied Research On Palestinian Household Furniture, Ehab Abu-Hannoud

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

Despite the importance of Palestinian furniture to the local economy, there is still weak global demand for it, which hinders its export abroad and deprives manufacturers of the benefits of exporting this important product. This study aims to strengthen the competitive position of the Palestinian furniture industry in both local and international markets by emphasizing the strategic role of design, particularly by integrating traditional Palestinian craftsmanship into contemporary furniture production. The research addresses design strategies, the preservation and application of artisanal heritage, and market development, considering both domestic consumer demands and global market trends. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, …

The Impact Of Vision 2030 On The Translation Movement In Saudi Arabia - A Qualitative Study, Saad Salem Alshamrani

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study examines the impact of Saudi Vision 2030 on the translation ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. It employs a qualitative document based analytical approach to investigate the developments in the translation activity and institutional support under the Vision framework. The study indicates an expansion and diversification of the translation practices across cultural, literary, tourism related and institutional contexts. However, it also identifies that the rear persistent challenges related to training, quality assurance, coordination and professional readiness. Furthermore, the study highlights the value of integrating policy and academic perspectives to understand translation as a developing professional and cultural field in Saudi …

The Role Of Digital Skills Exercises In Developing Higher-Level Thinking Skills, Adel Musaad Alrasheedi, Abdulaziz Abdullah Alfayez

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

Developing students' higher-order thinking skills is a fundamental goal of modern education, as it contributes to preparing a generation capable of analysis, evaluation, and creativity. In this context, the current study aimed to examine the extent to which the exercises in the Digital Skills textbook for the second intermediate grade contribute to the development of higher-order thinking skills according to the revised Bloom's taxonomy. For this purpose, the researchers employed the descriptive-analytical method using content analysis, and prepared a content analysis checklist to evaluate the exercises in the Digital Skills textbooks approved by the Saudi Ministry of Education for the …

The Conceptual Relationship Between Intellectual Awareness And National Identity Among University Students With Disabilities - An Analytical Study, Faisl M. Alqraini

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study examines the conceptual correlation between critical cognition and national affiliation among higher education students with disabilities in Saudi Arabia, responding to contemporary educational transformations. Its significance arises from the urgent need to develop an analytical framework linking these paradigms in accordance with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives, which emphasize solidifying national values and moderation across all student demographics. The study aims to analyze the theoretical dimensions of this relationship and elucidate the role of inclusive university environments in empowering these students intellectually and socially. To achieve this, the Conceptual-Analytical Approach was employed through a comprehensive critical review of educational …

Questions Of The Tabi'i Women To The Female Companions - An Analytical Jurisprudential Study Considering Evidence From The Books Of The Prophetic Sunnah, Suhair Abdulrahman Al-Helaibi Alben-Zaid

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study examines the questions posed by the Tabi'i women to the female Companions, as recorded in the books of the Prophetic Sunnah. It seeks to conduct a specialized analytical jurisprudential treatment aimed at providing an in-depth fiqh analysis of these questions, thereby revealing their value in enriching early women's jurisprudence, clarifying the methodology of the female Companions in responding to them, and deriving the legal rulings and jurisprudential implications they entail. This, in turn, highlights the role of women in the development of legal discourse and allows for their utilization in contemporary fiqh discussions. The study adopts the analytical …

Promoting Digital Citizenship Among Female High School Students In The State Of Kuwait, Nouf S. A. Al-Azmi, Ebtsam A. M. Al-Oudah

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

Digital citizenship is a part of country's educational strategy, as it is important to educate learners about their rights and rights of others when communicating virtually. This research aims to shed light on promotion of digital citizenship at secondary level in one of Kuwaiti governorates, investigate its obstacles, propose ways to enhance it. The descriptive survey method was employed, with questionnaire administered to (350) female teachers at secondary level. findings showed teachers strongly agreed with extent to which digital citizenship is promoted at secondary level, particularly regarding encouragement of female students to respect privacy of others on social networking sites …

Genai Agent For Automated Analysis And Personalization Of Drug Prevention Campaigns, Mohammed Aljaafari, Shaymaa E. Sorour

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study introduces a generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) agent designed to autonomously evaluate, optimize, and personalize drug prevention campaigns across Facebook, Reddit, Instagram, and Twitter (X) using a 45,000-post multi-platform awareness corpus. Five state-of-the-art large language models, GPT-5-mini, Claude 3.5, Gemini 2.0, Qwen 2.5, and Mixtral, were examined under six structured prompting families, including Original, Role-based, Two-Stage Explicit Sensemaking, and Case-Based Adaptive Reasoning in short and long variants. Model outputs were assessed using a tri-metric framework comprising the Educational Rate (Edu-R), Violation Rate (Vio-R), and Misleading Awareness Score (MAS), supported by classical discrimination and agreement measures, including ROC-AUC and Cohen's …

Practices Enhancing The Use Of Artificial Intelligence In The Educational Process - A Systematic Review, Mohammad Abdelraouf Elsayed

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study aimed to review the literature related to utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the educational process, and to propose enhancing practices for the use of AI to improve areas of the educational process. This descriptive analytical study relied on systematic review of previous studies addressing the role of AI in improving the following areas of educational process: education management, learner learning, teacher empowerment and teaching enhancement, and learning evaluation. Then, the inductive exploratory method was used by surveying the opinions of (37) experts from professors specialized in AI in some Arab universities, to investigate their perspectives on the …

Extracurricular Engagement, Knowledge And Peer Norms - A Moderated Mediation Model Of Drug-Risk Awareness, Tamer Hamdy Ayad, Nadia A. Abdelmegeed Abdelwahed

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

The growing misuse of drugs among university students poses a major public health concern, particularly when prevention strategies overlook psychosocial and educational determinants of awareness. This study examines how extracurricular engagement (EE) enhances students' drug-risk awareness (DRA) through the mediating role of drug-risk knowledge (DRK) and under varying levels of perceived peer norms (PPN). Grounded in the Health Belief Model, Social Norms Theoryand the Knowledge-Attitude-Behaviour framework, extracurricular activities are conceptualised as social-learning environments that foster cognitive understanding and preventive awareness of drug harms. Using a quantitative, cross-sectional design, data were collected from 401 students across Saudi public universities through stratified …

Book Review - Language Education In Saudi Arabia - Integrating Technology In The Classroom, Hajar Khalifa Al Sultan

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This review explores the contribution of Language Education in Saudi Arabia: Integrating Technology in the Classroom, edited by Al-Hoorie, Mitchell, and Elyas, emphasizing how its collected studies reflect current pedagogical practices while offering valuable directions for future research. Bringing together corpus analyses, case studies, systematic reviews, and practitioner reflections, the volume provides context-sensitive insights into technology-enhanced language education in Saudi Arabia, with a focus on tools such as ChatGPT, flipped learning, and virtual writing platforms. A unifying theme across the chapters is that technology's effectiveness depends on teacher support, critical reflection, and contextual awareness. While the editors frame the volume …

Employing Augmented Reality Technology In Developing Topological Concepts Among Kindergarten Children - Experimental Study, Saber J. Alzahrani

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This research aims to investigate the effectiveness of employing Augmented Reality Technology (AR) in developing topological concepts among kindergarten children. The study employed a quasi-experimental approach with a two-group design (experimental and control) featuring pre- and post-testing. The sample consisted of (40) male and female children from the second level of kindergarten in Al Baha City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These participants were divided into an experimental group (n = 20), who studied topological concepts using AR technology, and a control group (n = 20), who studied the same concepts through conventional methods. Research instruments included a teacher's guide and …

A Holistic Framework Addressing Psychological, Social, And Health Aspects Of Drug Use Among University Students, Mashael Abdulhalim Huwaikem

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This paper examined the psychological, social and nutritional health-related aspects that relate to drug use among higher education students. The study was a descriptive cross-sectional study on 1,055 students in various colleges. The data was obtained by using self-administered questionnaire, which measured demographic, psychological, and social variables and nutritional health indicators in terms of drug use. The study identified living alone as a significant demographic predictor in the multivariate logistic regression analysis. Positive and neutral attitudes towards drug use (OR = 0.044 and OR = 0.324, respectively), as well as protective or irregular behavioral practices (OR = 0.002) were significantly …

The Rise And Fall Of Fansubbing Communities - The Case Of Autrjim And Subtitling Social Media, Bandar Altalidi, Zafer Tuhaitah

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study investigates the development, workflow and institutional structure of Autrjim, a volunteer fansubbing community that subtitles educational YouTube content into Arabic. The study explores how such online communities manage translation projects, engage members and adapt to digital challenges. Situated within the frameworks of institutional translation and communities of practice, the research highlights the significance of fansubbing as a socially driven, collaborative form of user-generated translation in the Arab digital space. A mixed-methods approach was adopted, comprising a structured interview with the project’s administrator and a questionnaire completed by 58 members. The findings revealed Autrjim’s structured workflow, reliance on digital …

The Meanings Of Request And Condition In Saudi Legal Texts - A Syntactic Analytical Study, Amal Abdullah Barjas Al-Dosari

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study analyzes the meanings of request and condition in Saudi legal texts from a syntactic and analytical perspective, emphasizing the role of legal drafting in ensuring obligatoriness and precision. Using a descriptive-analytical approach, it examines imperative and prohibitive verbs, obligation expressions like "must" and "shall," and conditional tools such as "if" and "unless" to assess their impact on legal interpretation and application. The research highlights how varying structures influence obligation levels, sometimes allowing multiple interpretations and legal ambiguities. The study comprises an introduction and two sections: one on request forms and another on condition tools. Findings show that some …

The Relative Contribution Of Digital Intelligence And Moral Identity To Mental Wandering Among University Students, Khawlah K. Albarjas

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

The aim of the research was to reveal the relative contribution of digital intelligence and moral identity to mental wandering among female students of Al-Jouf University. To achieve the research objectives, the scales of Abdul-Ati Digital Intelligence, Aquino, & Reed Moral Identity and the Alpheel Mental Wandering Scales were used. Their psychometric properties were verified, and the descriptive correlational approach was used. A sample of (450) female students was chosen using the quota sampling method according to the student’s college. The results showed that there is a positive correlation between digital intelligence and moral identity with mental wandering inside the …

The Legal Framework Of Legitimate Interests - A Comparative Analysis, Ahmed M. Bamashmoos

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This research paper conducts a comparative analysis of the "legitimate interests" basis for personal data processing under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL). The study aims to explore how each regulatory framework defines and regulates the use of legitimate interests, focusing on the balancing test required to ensure that data subjects' rights are respected. The research methodology involves doctrinal analysis of primary legislation and a comparative approach to identify differences in procedural requirements and safeguards. The analysis reveals that while both the GDPR and the PDPL permit the use of legitimate interests, …

The Impact Of A Metaverse Environment On Technological Concept Development Among Depressed Students, Ibraheem Abdullah Alzahrani

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study aimed to explore the impact of a Meta verse-based learning on the development of technological concepts among university students diagnosed with depression, as measured by Beck's Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II). The research involved 22 students (11 male, 11 female) from the College of Education at Al- Baha University, using a quasi-experimental approach single group design. Depression levels were assessed with BDI-II, and an achievement test administered to measure students' understanding of technological concepts. The findings highlighted the importance of selecting e-learning tools that aligned with students' psychological conditions to ensure effective participation in learning. The study showed that meta …

The Effectiveness Of Using Technology-Enhanced Virtual Reality Techniques In Raising Public Awareness Of Change And Combating Extremism, Manal M. Alqahtani

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies in raising public awareness of change, combating extremism, and promoting critical thinking. The research evaluates the impact of these technologies on individuals' attitudes, behaviors, and intellectual orientations, as well as their ability to foster values of tolerance and open-mindedness. The analytical method was employed, and a questionnaire was designed and distributed to a sample of 384 participants. The data were analyzed using Pearson’s correlation coefficient and statistical significance to test the validity of the hypotheses. The results indicated that VR and AR technologies positively …

Social Justice As A Strategy For Achieving Economic Growth And Improving Quality Of Life In Light Of Saudi Vision 2030, Amani O. A. Abuzahera

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This research aims to examine the concept of social justice and its various dimensions, such as justice in wealth distribution, education, and healthcare, and its direct relationship with sustainable development and economic growth. The research also highlights the impact of social justice on attracting investments and enhancing the business environment, demonstrating how it can contribute to the sustainability of the national economy. Additionally, the study reviews the efforts undertaken by Saudi Arabia to achieve social justice through Vision 2030 initiatives, such as the )Quality of Life( program, and the impact of these initiatives on improving the quality of life for …

The Effect Of A Training Program Based On Digital Skills In Developing Systematic Thinking, Hadeel Ahmed Ibrahim Waqad

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

The study aimed to know the effect of a training program based on digital skills in developing the systematic thinking. The quasi- experimental design, of the experimental method, was used to fulfill the study. A sample of (48) students, selected from the female student – teachers in the Early Childhood Department at the University College Taraba. The Paired Samples Test was used: to identify the differences between the averages scores of the experimental group students in the pre- and post-applications of the systems thinking questionnaire. The study results included that: There are statistically significant differences at the significance level of …

Classification Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder In Schools - Teachers' Perceptions, Abdulelah A. Abuzaid, Mohammed A. Al Jaffal

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

The increased interest attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has received in recent years necessitates an in-depth investigation into educators’ perceptions of its classification and implications for classroom settings. This study explores general education (GE) teachers’ perceptions of ADHD classification in primary schools in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Employing a descriptive survey methodology, we gathered quantitative data from a diverse sample of 145 male and female GE teachers to consider contextual variables that may shape their perceptions. Our ( findings reveal that teachers generally hold moderate perceptions with respect to the classification of ADHD. Notably, we found no statistically significant differences in …

Artificial Intelligence In Supply Chains And Finance - Driving Efficiency And Risk Management, Syed Mohammad Faisal

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

The prevailing investigation targets to discover the extent to which artificial intelligence (AI) is significant in enhancing the efficacy of value-creation processes, monetary approaches, and supply chains in Indian corporations. The data was analysed using a quantitative technique, and a sample of 736 respondents was taken from a population of 850 professionals which is of around 86% of the overall response from the respondents that enables robust and reliable findings for the application of structural equation modelling using smart PLS across various industries like financial companies and related Information Technology companies in India. This sampling approach secures a high response …

Auditors' Narcissism And Audit Report Readability - The Moderating Role Of Auditor Specialization, Samir Ibrahim Abdelazim

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

The current research examines the impact of Auditor’s Narcissism (NARC) on the level of Audit Report Readability (ARR). Furthermore, investigates the moderating role of Auditor Specialization (SPEC) on the relationship between NARC and ARR. To ensure a robust analysis, this study utilizes a balanced panel dataset (2018-2023) encompassing all non-financial firms listed on the Egyptian Stock Exchange. Multiple regression techniques will be employed to comprehensively explore the relationships between the variables of interest. The analysis revealed a positive association between NARC and ARR, suggesting more NARC is linked with higher readability. Notably, SPEC presence moderated this association, strengthening the positive …

A Systematic Review Of The Role Of Artificial Intelligence In Decision-Making In Education, Nasra Saleh Al Abri, Alsaeed Saad Alshamy, Khalf Al Marhoon Abri

Scientific Journal of King Faisal University: Humanities and Management Sciences

This study conducted a systematic review of scholarly research that addressed the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in supporting decision- making in education, with the purpose of identifying recent trends, applications, challenges, and research gaps in this field. The study adopted systematic literature review methodology, analyzing a total of 157 studies published between January 2020 and March 2025, which were retrieved from accredited databases, including Al Mundhoma, Google Scholar, Springer, ProQuest, and Scopus. The analysis revealed a diverse range of tools and techniques used to apply AI in educational decision-making, most notably machine learning algorithms, predictive models, and intelligent …