From Literary Wisdom Tradition to Digital Instruction: The Reflection of Medieval Azerbaijani–Ottoman Hikemî Style in Modern Educational Technologies

The didactic (hikemî) style stands as a significant mode of expression in Medieval Azerbaijani– Ottoman literature, conveying moral, social, and philosophical messages through concise and impactful formulations. This style not only supports individual moral development but also contributes to the preservation and transmission of communal values. Functioning as an instructive model within both oral and written cultural traditions, hikemî discourse represents an essential historical link between literature and education. In today’s digital era, the analysis, interpretation, and integration of classical texts into learning processes have increasingly become feasible through artificial intelligence and educational technologies. This study examines the fundamental features of the hikemî style within the context of Azerbaijani–Ottoman literary relations and discusses how this tradition can be re-evaluated in modern educational settings through digital pedagogical practices. Accordingly, the potential contribution of historical literary heritage to sustainable digital learning environments is explored.