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Volume 7, Special Issue 4 (2026)

Published: August 25, 2026

Pages: 332-344

Research Article

The impact of internet of things (IoT) technologies on enhancing interaction between students and faculty members in higher education institutions: A comparative study of Iraq, Arab Countries, and the World

Huda J. Dakhal 1
1Department of banking and finance, college of polytechnic, Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University, Karbala, Iraq
History
  • Received: June 13, 2026
  • Available Online: August 25, 2026
DOI

https://doi.org/10.56967/ejfb2026942

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies on enhancing academic interaction between students and faculty members in higher education institutions, with an in-depth comparative analysis of the Iraqi context in relation to the Arab and global contexts. The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach based on a literature review and comparative analysis, supported by statistical charts and a field survey. The findings revealed that IoT-enabled smart classrooms improved interaction indicators by between 10% and 96%. The global market reached USD 14.24 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 48.26 billion by 2033, representing a compound annual growth rate of 15.3%. In contrast, the adoption rate of IoT in Iraqi public universities does not exceed 18%, compared with 68% globally, revealing a structural gap that requires urgent strategic intervention.

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