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Mokhtari M, Ahmadi F, Khanzadi K. (2025). Identification of Dimensions, Components, and Indicators of Educational Spaces in Future Elementary Schools. IJER. 4(4), 1-12. doi:10.22034/ijer.4.4.20
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1- PhD student, Department of Educational Management, Ga.C., Islamic Azad University, Garmsar, Iran
2- Department of Educational Management, Ga.C., Islamic Azad University, Garmsar, Iran ,ahmadif@iau.ac.ir
3- Department of Educational Management, Ga.C., Islamic Azad University, Garmsar, Iran
2- Department of Educational Management, Ga.C., Islamic Azad University, Garmsar, Iran ,
3- Department of Educational Management, Ga.C., Islamic Azad University, Garmsar, Iran
Abstract: (1086 Views)
Objective: This study aimed to identify the dimensions, components, and indicators of the educational environment of future schools at the elementary level.
Methods: This research employed a qualitative methodology using thematic analysis. The statistical population consisted of 19 experts in educational management, architecture, educational sciences, and specialists from the Ministry of Education, selected through purposive sampling. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis with Maxqda (Version 2018).
Results: The findings showed that the model of educational spaces for future elementary schools comprises four main dimensions: physical space, technology, educational approaches, and psychological-social support. The physical space dimension includes components such as flexible classrooms, lighting, ventilation and air quality, sound insulation, multifunctional spaces, ergonomic design, safety and accessibility, and outdoor areas. The technology dimension involves digital equipment, internet connectivity, educational software, virtual and augmented reality, robotics and programming, and intelligent learning. The educational approaches dimension includes project-based learning, personalized learning, competency-based education, holistic and interdisciplinary teaching, game-based learning, social and emotional learning, creativity and innovation education, and inquiry-based learning. The psychological and social support dimension includes family support and creating supportive learning environments.
Conclusions: In designing a model for the educational environment of future elementary schools, attention should be given to four key dimensions: the physical environment, technology, educational approaches, and psychological and social support.
Methods: This research employed a qualitative methodology using thematic analysis. The statistical population consisted of 19 experts in educational management, architecture, educational sciences, and specialists from the Ministry of Education, selected through purposive sampling. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis with Maxqda (Version 2018).
Results: The findings showed that the model of educational spaces for future elementary schools comprises four main dimensions: physical space, technology, educational approaches, and psychological-social support. The physical space dimension includes components such as flexible classrooms, lighting, ventilation and air quality, sound insulation, multifunctional spaces, ergonomic design, safety and accessibility, and outdoor areas. The technology dimension involves digital equipment, internet connectivity, educational software, virtual and augmented reality, robotics and programming, and intelligent learning. The educational approaches dimension includes project-based learning, personalized learning, competency-based education, holistic and interdisciplinary teaching, game-based learning, social and emotional learning, creativity and innovation education, and inquiry-based learning. The psychological and social support dimension includes family support and creating supportive learning environments.
Conclusions: In designing a model for the educational environment of future elementary schools, attention should be given to four key dimensions: the physical environment, technology, educational approaches, and psychological and social support.
Type of Study: Original |
Subject:
Educational Studies
Received: 2025/07/10 | Accepted: 2025/09/15 | Published: 2025/12/1
Received: 2025/07/10 | Accepted: 2025/09/15 | Published: 2025/12/1
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