Identifying the Factors Influencing the Promotion of Spiritual Capital in Education and Training
Keywords:
Spiritual capital, education and training, spiritual education, qualitative analysis, school, spirituality in educationAbstract
This study aimed to identify the factors influencing the promotion of spiritual capital in education and training through a qualitative approach. This qualitative research was conducted using inductive content analysis. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 22 educational experts, teachers, and school administrators in Tehran. Participants were selected using purposive sampling based on theoretical saturation. Data analysis was performed using NVivo 12 software through open, axial, and selective coding phases. The analysis resulted in three main themes: “Individual foundations for enhancing spiritual capital,” “Institutional and school-related factors,” and “Cultural and societal dimensions.” A total of 16 subthemes and over 50 open codes were identified. Key factors included spiritual self-awareness, intrinsic motivation, moral role models at school, home–school collaboration, school cultural environment, educational justice, and cultural policymaking. The findings indicate that the promotion of spiritual capital in education requires a multilayered approach encompassing personal, institutional, and socio-cultural dimensions. Strategic planning, curriculum development, and teacher training must be reoriented to prioritize spirituality and moral development.
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