Architecting The Intelligent Classroom: A Systematic Review and ‎Framework for IoT-Enabled Learning Environments

  • Authors

    • Kabaly P Subramanian Arab Open University, Oman
    • Walid Aboraya Arab Open University, Oman
    • Wasin Ayman Al Kishri Arab Open University, Oman
    • Ahmed Nasser Salem Al Kindi Arab Open University, Oman
    • Mahmood Al Bahri Sohar University, Oman
    • Alfred Osta Arab Open University, Lebanon
    • Amjid Ali Al Ansari Group , Oman
    https://doi.org/10.14419/2d4wmf90

    Received date: July 28, 2025

    Accepted date: September 10, 2025

    Published date: October 17, 2025

  • Internet of Things; Smart Classroom; Classroom Management; Educational Technology; Learning Analytics; Personalized Learning

  • Abstract

    The rapid integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in educational environments represents a critical paradigm shift in addressing the ‎fundamental limitations of traditional classroom management systems. This comprehensive survey systematically analyzes 36 high-quality ‎research studies from 2019-2025 to provide a coherent framework for understanding IoT-based smart classroom management systems. Our ‎unique contribution lies in synthesizing fragmented research across multiple domains into an architectural model that identifies the essential ‎components, implementation challenges, and effectiveness metrics for smart classroom solutions. Key findings reveal that IoT-driven attendance ‎systems significantly reduce administrative burden, while environmental monitoring systems improve student concentration by creating optimal ‎learning conditions. However, substantial barriers persist, including high implementation costs for resource-constrained institutions and data ‎security concerns, with many systems lacking comprehensive privacy frameworks. This paper concludes by presenting a research agenda that ‎prioritizes cost-effective implementation strategies, standardized interoperability protocols, and longitudinal impact studies to advance this rapidly ‎evolving field‎.

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    P Subramanian, K., Aboraya, W. ., Al Kishri, W. A. . ., Al Kindi , A. N. S. ., Al Bahri , M. ., Osta , A. ., & Ali, A. . (2025). Architecting The Intelligent Classroom: A Systematic Review and ‎Framework for IoT-Enabled Learning Environments. International Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 14(6), 326-336. https://doi.org/10.14419/2d4wmf90