<p>The abrupt shutdown of educational institutions due to COVID-19, implemented as a social distancing strategy to curb community spread, has transitioned traditional in-person classes to online learning platforms. This pandemic has highlighted the deficiencies within the existing higher education framework, suggesting that virtual education could play a crucial role in the future of academia. Consequently, establishing a technologically advanced environment for classrooms and universities has become essential. This study focuses on the development of an intelligent classroom framework aimed at enhancing the quality of education in higher education institutions in Iraq. The conceptual framework was established by integrating the Diffusion of Innovations (DOI) theory with the Generic Teaching Quality theory and the Information Systems (IS) Success Model. To evaluate this framework, structural equation modeling was employed, utilizing questionnaire data gathered from 594 lecturers at higher education institutions. The results indicated that the elements related to technology, the Internet of Things (IoT), and instructional quality perspectives had a significant impact on the adoption of intelligent classrooms, while the factor of relative advantage was found to be insignificant. This research contributes to the comprehension of the relevant context and builds upon prior studies. It undertakes empirical investigation to evaluate the influence of the Internet of Things (IoT) on educational practices and to improve learning styles. Additionally, it suggests avenues for future research and offers insights that contribute to the enhancement of learning quality and the effective management of higher education resources.</p>