🎓 Education
Ph.D. (2013-2017) in Curriculum Studies, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran (GPA: 18/20) Thesis: “Exploring the Future of Higher Education Curriculum According to the Evolution of MOOCs” Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Kourosh Fathi Vajargah M.A. (2007-2009) in Library and Information Science-Information Technology, University of Tehran, Iran (GPA: 17.7/20) Thesis: “Evaluation of Quality of Service Providing of Medical Universities’ Libraries in Tehran Province” Supervisor: Dr. Ali Shakohi B.A. (2003-2006) in Library and Information Science, University of Esfahan (GPA: 14.61/20)
💼 Experience
Human Resources and Support Manager, Shahid Beheshti University (2020-present) Member, Higher Education and Development Center of Iran (2019-present) Assistant Manager, Administrative & Human Resources, Shahid Beheshti University (2014-2020) Lecturer, Payam-e-Nour University, Tehran (2014-present) Executive Committee Member, Iran’s National Elites Foundation (2014-present) Advisor to the President and Board Affairs, Shahid Beheshti University (2011-2015) Administration & Chief of Administration, Various roles at Shahid Beheshti University & MAPNA Iran (2006-2010)
🏅 Awards and Honors
Best Researcher Award, Shahid Beheshti University (2023) Outstanding Academic Contribution Award, Iran’s National Elites Foundation (2022) Top Scholar Recognition, Iranian Research Institute for Information Science & Technology (2021) Distinguished Lecturer Award, Payam-e-Nour University (2020) Best Administrative Leadership, Shahid Beheshti University (2019) Grant Recipient, Research Innovation Fund (2018)
🔬 Research Focus
Higher Education Curriculum Development: Special focus on MOOCs and digital learning Artificial Intelligence in Education: Exploring AI-driven teaching and learning environments Learning Technologies: Research on e-learning systems, digital transformation, and workplace education Educational Leadership & Policy: Studying higher education management, faculty development, and human resources Teaching & Learning Assessment: Investigating student engagement, feedback strategies, and instructional effectiveness
🏆 Conclusion
Esmaeil Jafari is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his multidisciplinary expertise, impactful research, and leadership roles in Iranian higher education. However, to enhance his eligibility further, he should publish more in top-tier journals, expand global collaborations, and increase research citations. If his under-review papers get accepted in prestigious journals, his chances for the award would significantly improve.
Jafari, E., Alamolhoda, J. (2023). Lived experience of faculty members of ethics in virtual education. Technology, Knowledge and Learning, 28(1), 387-405. Citations: 11
Jafari, E., Fathi Vajargah, K., Arefi, M., Rezaeizadeh, M. (2019). Developing a MOOC-based curriculum model for higher education based on grounded theory: Case Study; Iranian Higher Education. Technology of Education Journal (TEJ), 13(3), 581-593. Citations: 11
Jafarian, E., Fathi, V. K., Arefi, M., Rezaei, Z. M. (2017). Qualitative meta-analysis on the conducted researches in the field of MOOC (Massive Open Online Courses). Curriculum Planning Knowledge & Research in Educational Sciences, 14(2653). Citations: 11
Jafari, E., Khorasani, A., Abdi, H. (2017). Structural Model of Competence and Self-Efficacy Related to Classroom Management and Classroom Management Attitude in the Faculty Members. Journal of Medical Education Development, 10(26), 10-23. Citations: 9
Jafari, E., Gholizadeh, I., Ahmadi, A. (2022). Flipped classroom approach: Emerging applications, functions, and barriers. The Journal of New Thoughts on Education, 18(4), 27-45. Citations: 8
Jafari, E., Homayooni Bakhshayesh, N., Alamolhoda, J. (2021). The lived experiences of students from educational justice in virtual education. Technology of Education Journal (TEJ), 15(2), 222-238. Citations: 8
Jafari, E. (2023). The Outlook of Learning through Metaverse Technology from the Perspective of Teachers in the Science Education. Research in Learning Technology, 31, 2933. Citations: 7
Jafari, E. (2024). The challenges of post-COVID age in Iranian higher education. Perspectives: Policy and Practice in Higher Education, 28(2), 76-87. Citations: 5
Jafari, E. (2023). Explanation of the views and opinions regarding the education strategies for using 3D hologram technology as an educational media. Educational Media International, 60(2), 67-91. Citations: 4
Jafari, E., Vajarah, K. F., Arefi, M., Rezaeizadeh, M. (2018). MOOC-Based Curriculum Model Validation in Higher Education in Iran. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, 19(3), 112-127. Citations: 4
Jafari, E., Fathi Vajargah, K., Arefi, M., RezaeiZadeh, M. (2017). Validating MOOC-based Curriculum in Higher Education. Information and Communication Technology in Educational Sciences, 8(8 (29)). Citations: 4
Jafari, E., Talebi-Abatari, Z., Zadeh, M. R., Firoozabad, V. S. (2023). The Effect of Augmented Reality on the Level of Attention of First Elementary Students in the Course of Experimental Sciences. Journal of Educators Online, 20(3), n3. Citations: 3
Jafari, E. (Persian). (2023). The Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats of Augmented Reality Technology for Higher Education Curriculum. دوفصلنامه مطالعات برنامه درسی آموزش عالی, 13(25), 295-318. Citations: 3