Presenting a Model for Platforming Education in the Country's Universities, Considering the Challenges of the Digital Space

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PhD in Educational Management, Research Department of Martyr Foundation and Veteran Affairs of Kerman Province

Abstract

The present study aims to identify the pattern and components of platformization of education in universities in the country, considering the requirements and challenges of the digital space. This study is applied in terms of purpose and qualitative in terms of method. The participants included 50 experts related to the platformization of education, higher education, and educational technology from all over the country who were purposefully selected based on news. The data was analyzed through semi-structured interviews and using open and axial coding in modified data-based surveys. The results of data analysis led to the identification of the components of the platformization of education research pattern and the conceptual model was changed accordingly. Finally, the proposed model consists of 10 main dimensions (modern education, solutions to solve problems from virtual technology, software features, evaluation, balance in educational and training processes, appropriate infrastructure, policies and laws, organizational culture and modern education, painting, 50 components are presented.

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  • Receive Date: 08 November 2025
  • Revise Date: 06 December 2025
  • Accept Date: 21 February 2026
  • First Publish Date: 21 February 2026
  • Publish Date: 22 June 2026

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