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This study examines the health impacts of freelancing among designers in Bangladesh, a vital yet underexplored segment of the gig economy in developing countries. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from an online survey of 55 freelance…

This study examines the role of financial education in fostering economic empowerment and reducing poverty among urban low-income populations in Bangladesh. Using a qualitative case study approach, semi-structured interviews with 17 participants provided insights into financial behaviors, literacy…

This study examines the challenges Bangla-medium students in Bangladesh face when transitioning to English-based higher education. Despite over a decade of English instruction, many struggle with comprehension, academic writing, and classroom engagement due to exam-oriented learning, ineffective pedagogy,…

This study examines the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on student engagement in virtual learning environments within Bangladesh's higher education sector, using a mixed-methods approach. The research integrates qualitative interviews with educators, students, and IT professionals, alongside a…

This study examines the key factors shaping consumer trust in Bangladesh’s e-commerce sector using a mixed-methods approach, incorporating qualitative interviews with 14 key stakeholders and quantitative survey data from 100 online shoppers. The findings identify crucial drivers of…

This study investigates the key challenges in providing veterinary care for stray animals in Bangladesh, using a mixed-methods approach. Data were collected through qualitative interviews with veterinarians, caregivers, and NGO representatives in Dhaka (n=13), and quantitative surveys from…

The rapid expansion of e-commerce in Bangladesh has revolutionized consumer behavior, providing convenience while creating challenges in managing product returns. This study examines customer experiences and perceptions of e-commerce returns in Bangladesh, focusing on critical factors like product…

This study investigates how design elements on Product List Pages (PLPs) and Product Detail Pages (PDPs) impact user trust in e-commerce. Using a mixed-methods approach with 65 survey respondents and 22 interview participants, the research reveals that consistency…

This study examines barriers to mobile financial services (MFS) adoption in rural Bangladesh, focusing on usability challenges, reliance on intermediaries, fraud risks, and insufficient financial literacy. Through qualitative interviews with 18 MFS users, agents, and fintech experts, the…

This study investigates the impact of social media reels and short videos, particularly on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, on the self-esteem and social behavior of Bangladeshi teenagers. Utilizing a qualitative case study design, we conducted in-depth interviews…