بررسی چالش‌ها و فرصت‌های به‌کارگیری فناوری‌های نوین اطلاعاتی در تربیت حرفه‌ای معلمان در دوران تحولات دیجیتال

حمزه  رضایی نسب; زینب رحیم‌دشتی; محسن  چکین; مژگان  محمدی نائینی

Authors

Hamzeh Rezaei Nasab Department Of Curriculum Planning, Ar.C., Islamic Azad University, Arak, Iran Author https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8340-8923
Zeynab Rahimdashti Department of Educational Sciences, Shad.C., Islamic Azad University, Shadegan, Iran Corresponding author https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8761-0693
Mohsen Chekin Department Of Computer, Dez.C., Islamic Azad University, Dezful, Iran Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4214-9079
Mojgan Mohammadi Naeini Department Of Educational Sciences, Ar.C., Islamic Azad University, Arak, Iran Author https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0417-3171

Keywords:

Smart schools, modern information technology, smart systems, education, professional training of teachers, education and training

Abstract

The main objective of this study was to investigate the challenges, barriers, opportunities, and capacities associated with the use of modern information technologies, artificial intelligence, and expert systems in the professional and effective training of teachers during the era of digital transformation. This study was conducted using a qualitative approach based on descriptive phenomenology. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with eight educational experts, university professors, teachers, and information technology specialists. Participants were selected using purposive and snowball sampling methods until theoretical saturation was achieved. Data analysis was performed using the Attride-Stirling thematic analysis approach, through which basic, organizing, and global themes were identified and extracted. The findings revealed that the most influential components in technology-based professional teacher training included infrastructure, professional competencies, artificial intelligence in education, expert systems, and implementation challenges. Inferential results indicated that inadequate educational infrastructure, insufficient financial resources, shortage of skilled human resources, lack of teacher training in technology, and absence of coherent policymaking were among the major barriers to the development of smart schools. Furthermore, the use of modern technologies contributed to improving educational quality, time management, active learning, educational interactions, and teachers’ professional competencies. The results demonstrated that modern information technologies possess significant potential for enhancing professional teacher training and improving educational systems. However, achieving these goals requires infrastructural development, specialized teacher training, financial support, and strategic policymaking. Effective integration of educational technologies can facilitate fundamental transformation in education and reduce the gap between the national educational system and global standards.

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