The study explores the applications of informal Internet tools on improving the learning outcomes,
academic achievements and career advancement of the Saudi Arabian university students. A systematic
review of studies conducted on various institutions of higher learning across Saudi Arabia enabled the
researcher to evaluate the trends in the use of informal digital learning tools. The paper pools evidences
from multiple studies of similar design to examine the strengths, weaknesses and gaps in the applications of
digital technology in improving the learning outcomes, skills and knowledge acquisition among the
university students.The internet tools present the best platform for reflective practice, exhaustive knowledge
sharing, skills upgrade and accessing unlimited support services. The students capitalize on the autonomy
resulting from the informal environment to source multiple data from as many stakeholders as possible
thereby gaining holistic perspective of their areas of interest, career and other value adding co curricular
activities.The informal internet technologies have not only grown to become essential tools for reinforcing
the formal learning activities but also critical requirements for developing social competence,
interpersonal skills, and creativity.
This study was carried out to investigate the current status of simulation use during teaching within health
sciences and engineering faculties at Saudi universities. Simulation in teaching has been shown to be
effective at enhancing student understanding. However, the current status of simulation use in teaching,
especially in Saudi universities, remains unclear. To address this, here we aimed to: determine the ability
of simulation to achieve appropriate levels of realism; identify the effectiveness of simulation at improving
skills, awareness, and knowledge in health sciences and engineering; and test whether simulation improves
the critical and evaluative thinking of students. Data were collected using online questionnaires. We found
that simulation is being effectively applied in Saudi universities.