“BULETINI SHKENCOR” ISSN: 3080-0447

BOTIM I UNIVERSITETIT “FAN S. NOLI”
SERIA E SHKENCAVE SHOQËRORE DHE
SERIA E SHKENCAVE TË ZBATUARA
(2026)

ARTICLES

THE TRANSLATOR’S PALETTE: Bridging cultures through multimodal digital storytelling

Alma Karasaliu
Blerina Malçellari
Pavllo Cicko

Keywords: multimodal digital storytelling; audiovisual translation;
translator agency; Albanian digital ecosystems; subtitling practices

This study examines how translation shapes meaning across linguistic,
visual, auditory, and interactive modes in contemporary digital storytelling.
Using qualitative document analysis, it compares five internationally
distributed audiovisual works (Squid Game, Your Name, Frozen II,
Bandersnatch, and Tower of God) with three Albanian initiatives: the
UNICEF Albania campaign #NukJeVetëm, EU4Culture digital heritage
projects, and subtitling practices at TIFF and Dokufest. The analysis draws
on officially released subtitles, licensed dubbing materials, and publicly
available Albanian digital artefacts. Findings show that translation
functions as a multimodal, context-dependent practice influenced by
platform constraints, production ecologies, and cultural aims. Industrial
workflows tend to streamline linguistic and interpersonal nuance, whereas
community and heritage-oriented projects allow greater flexibility in
shaping cultural representation. The study argues that translation should be
understood as a coordinated semiotic process that contributes directly to the
circulation and interpretation of digital narratives. Considering global
platform productions alongside Albanian digital initiatives highlights how
multimodal translation operates across contrasting media environments.

THE ROLE OF DIGITAL INNOVATION IN THE TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY SECTOR: A case study of pogradec as a tourist destination

Denada Laraku
Aida Mosko

Keywords: Digital innovation, digital pltaforms, tourism, tourist destination, promotion

The rapid development of technology and its practical implementation over the past decade have significantly increased the number of internet users worldwide. These changes have been strongly reflected in various sectors of the economy, particularly in the tourism industry.

Today, the opportunities to explore the natural beauty of different parts of the world are no longer limited but have become accessible to visitors from all countries. As a result, the development of tourism is closely linked to digital innovations—though not exclusively dependent on them.

Thus, in the postmodern era in which we live, technological advancements have also transformed the ways in which people plan, explore, and interact with tourist destinations such as Pogradec and its surrounding areas.

This paper aims to identify and analyze the impact of digital innovation implementation in today’s tourism and hospitality sector within the Pogradec region. The study seeks to provide a clear overview of how various businesses operating in this area currently function and how they can enhance their profitability through promotional strategies or other methods enabled by technological advancement.

This study is limited to the Pogradec region. However, it may serve as a valuable starting point for conducting broader and more comprehensive research in the future.

UNDERSTANDING NON-OBSERVED ECONOMY IN THE DIGITAL SPHERE: The case of albanian consumers

Ina Zela

Key words: non-observed digital economy, e-commerce, digital transactions

The rapid development of activities in the digital sphere has brought about a new form of non-observed economy within this space, known as the “digital shadow economy.” This study explores Albanian consumers’ perceptions and attitudes toward this phenomenon, which combines elements of unobserved economy with digital transactions. Despite the widespread use of e-commerce and online services is increasing, there is a lack of scientific studies addressing how consumers contribute to the spread or prevention of the digital shadow economy. To fill this gap, a structured questionnaire was conducted with 70 Albanian consumers, assessing their understanding, perceptions, and behavior regarding unregistered transactions in the digital environment. The study identifies the main characteristics of this phenomenon such as anonymity, lack of control mechanisms, etc. as well as the channels through which it operates, including online platforms, virtual currencies, and electronic services. Furthermore, the results emphasize consumers’ awareness of the need for a stronger legal framework and supervisory measures to limit participation in unregistered transactions. This study contributes to the literature of non-observed economy in the digital age and offers policy recommendations for more effective regulation in developing economies.

USING THE GEOGEBRA APPLICATION IN TEACHING MATHEMATICS: Application to the mathematical analysis

Ronaldo ZEQIR
Lorenc EKONOMI

Keywords: GeoGebra, visualization, teaching, limit, sequence, function

Increasing active participation by students in a lesson is one of the problems that has existed and still continues today. But the advancement of technology allows us to use new tools and strategies that positively affect student-centered teaching. One of the applications that has yielded results in this regard is the GeoGebra application. Based on studies, GeoGebra has a positive effect on increasing the performance of students and students as well as on understanding concepts.

In this paper, we have analyzed the teaching of some mathematical analysis concepts. For this purpose, GeoGebra was used for 18 twelfth grade students at the “Faik Konica” high school in the city of Korça to see the perceptions and opinions of students regarding the lesson. Through questionnaires and direct opinions during the lesson, it turned out that GeoGebra helps a lot in understanding the concepts of mathematical analysis, making mathematics simpler, clearer and more concrete through the visualization and graphical analysis that are made of these concepts.

THE PSYCHOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF READING DEVELOPMENT IN SECOND LANGUAGE LEARNING

Irini Arapi (Sylari)
Anila Çaçi (Gjata)
Marinela Gjeloshi
Silvana Daci

Keywords: SLA, reading comprehension, cognitive factors, metacognitive strategies, psychological support, improved results 

Second language acquisition relies heavily on reading, but a combination of linguistic proficiency and various internal psychological factors influences the process. This study investigates how affective and cognitive factors, such as motivation, anxiety, self-confidence, and the strategic management of reading, interact and affect learners’ reading development. This study draws on principles from both educational psychology and SLA research to investigate the emotional and strategic aspects that accompany English as a Foreign Language (EFL) reading. University students who participated in questionnaires and semi-structured interviews indicate that individuals with higher motivation and greater confidence in their capabilities generally achieve better results in comprehension exercises. On the other hand, readers who often experience anxiety are more likely to disengage and struggle with fluency. Research also underscores the importance of utilising metacognitive strategies, which seem to enable learners to control their reading habits and counteract the impact of unfavourable emotions. 

The results imply that reading instruction is improved by combining psychological support with linguistic training. A teaching approach that fosters motivation, reduces anxiety, and encourages reflective reading practices can lead to more substantial improvements in learners’ reading skills. 

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTERNET USAGE AND GDP PER CAPITA

Aida GABETA
Stela GABETA
Mirela ÇUÇLLARI
Matia ÇUÇLLARI

Keywords: digital connectivity, economic growth, GDP per capita, exponential functional relationship

This paper examines the relationship between internet penetration and GDP per capita across 30 countries, focusing on the exponential nature of this association. Using data from the World Bank, the study applies graphical analysis and a loglinear regression model to assess how expanding digital connectivity relates to national income levels. Prior research has shown that the economic impact of internet penetration tends to be stronger in both highly developed and rapidly developing countries. In contrast, the effect observed in this study is more modest, suggesting that the income gains associated with increased internet usage are not uniform across contexts. Moreover, high levels of digital connectivity do not necessarily indicate strong or comprehensive digital infrastructure, which may help explain variations in economic outcomes across countries. Overall, the findings highlight the potential contribution of digital connectivity to economic development while underscoring the importance of broader infrastructure quality and countryspecific conditions. 

MËSIMDHËNIA E MATEMATIKËS ME GEOGEBRA: ZBATIME NË TELEFONIN CELULAR

Alondra SPAHIU
Lorenc EKONOMI

Fjalët kyçe: GeoGebra, celular, tabletë, mësimdhënie, matematikë

Përdorimi i teknologjisë në procesin pedagogjik po rritet me një ritëm të pamenduar më parë për shkak të disponueshmërisë së madhe të pajisjeve elektronike (kompjutera, tableta, celularë etj.), aplikacioneve në to dhe rezultateve të shkëlqyera të arritura gjatë përdorimit të tyre në mësimdhënie. Si rrjedhim, institucionet e arsimit e shohin urgjente nevojën për integrimin e teknologjisë gjatë procesit mësimor sa i përket matematikës dhe jo vetëm. Qëllimi i këtij punimi është të hulumtojë mënyrën e zhvillimit  të procesit mësimor duke përdorur programin GeoGebra, si dhe aftësitë përshtatëse të nxënësve ndaj këtij mjeti. Kjo është realizuar përmes një qasjeje eksperimentale, duke shpjeguar të njëjtat tema mësimore në dy klasa paralele: në njërën klasë është përdorur GeoGebra, ndërsa në tjetrën janë përdorur vetëm metoda tradicionale të mësimdhënies.

Nga vëzhgimet e kryera gjatë orëve të mësimit është arritur në përfundimin se përdorimi i GeoGebra- s ndikon pozitivisht në rritjen e performancës së  nxënësve, në përmirësimin e të kuptuarit, të menduarit analitik, aftësisë për përgjithësim, të menduarit abstrakt, përfaqësimit dhe arsyetimit logjik. Nxënësit janë  në gjendje ta eksplorojnë këtë softuer në mënyrë të pavarur dhe të përvetësojnë koncepte matematikore me ndihmën minimale të mësuesit. Megjithatë, efektiviteti i tij varet nga mënyra se si integrimi i  teknologjisë realizohet në procesin e mësimdhënies dhe të të nxënit. Për zhvillimin e orëve mësimore,  nxënësit përdorën tabletat ose celularët e tyre personalë.

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