The comparative study of Olympic education in Iran and selected countries

The aim of this study was to identify and compare the key indicators of Olympic education in selected countries to make suggested strategies for Iran. This research was a study in the library that performed through qualitative content analysis. The purposive sample was six countries included Australia, Canada, China, Russia, Greece and Iran. Data collected via websites, contact with Olympic education centers in selected countries and the check lists which were based on the studies. The content analysis method was used for analysis of data. The findings of this study showed that Iran has taken steps although all indicators, but its status is weaker than other studied countries. Constant contact with the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Sciences as well as making a study center and Olympic education website by the National Olympic Academy is the suggestions of this research.