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Abstract
This research aims to highlight the importance of the knowledge economy and innovation in advancing higher education through the study of modern technological applications and their role in designing and updating educational and training programs within university institutions. The study builds upon a theoretical framework that explores the concept of the knowledge economy, its characteristics and dimensions, alongside the idea of innovation in the educational context and its barriers. Special emphasis is placed on smart education applications such as e-learning platforms and virtual reality, and their contributions to enhancing the quality of education and expanding learning opportunities. The study adopts a descriptive-analytical methodology, utilizing a questionnaire distributed among a sample of higher education students. The findings revealed significantly high mean scores for all items related to the role of technology and innovation, indicating a strong positive impact of technological applications on improving higher education outcomes, increasing student engagement, and aligning educational programs with the demands of the digital labor market.