Using methods of literature review and logical analysis, this paper explores the theoretical foundations, value implications, practical challenges, and advancement pathways of the digital transformation of physical education in higher education institutions. The analysis reveals that the value implications manifest in three primary aspects: the elevation of teaching quality through the deep integration of digital media; the enhancement of subject quality as digital technology continuously evolves; and the optimization of the teaching environment rejuvenated by the digital economy. Utilizing the Technology-Organization-Environment framework, the research identifies several critical challenges: a digital divide in physical education caused by an imbalance in intelligent infrastructure configuration; a lack of digital literacy among teaching subjects exacerbated by rapid technological iteration; and a lagging digital environment resulting from the weak penetration of digital concepts. To address these challenges, the study proposes targeted strategies: increasing technological investment to bridge the intelligent gap; reinforcing organizational management to improve digital literacy; and optimizing the digital environment to promote the deeper adoption of digital philosophies.

Yitong Liu. Research on the Digital Transformation Path of College Physical Education Teaching from the Perspective of TOE Theory. Frontiers in Educational Research (2025), Vol. 8, Issue 9: 106-111. https://doi.org/10.25236/FER.2025.080917.

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