Full course description
Supporting Children in Online Environments: Reflective and Play-Based Approaches
Description:
This course examines how educators can support children’s social and emotional well-being in online learning environments during times of crisis and uncertainty. Emphasizing safety, connection, and belonging, it explores strategies for creating responsive and emotionally supportive virtual spaces. Central to the course is the role of reflective practice, encouraging educators to critically examine their own responses, assumptions, and teaching approaches in order to better meet children’s diverse emotional and developmental needs. Drawing on play-based and relationship-centered approaches, participants will develop practical strategies to foster resilience, engagement, and meaningful learning while navigating the complexities of remote and disrupted education.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
· Analyze the social and emotional impacts of crisis and uncertainty on children in online learning environments.
· Design supportive and inclusive virtual learning spaces that promote safety, connection, and belonging.
· Apply reflective practice to critically evaluate and adapt teaching approaches in response to children’s needs.
· Implement play-based and relationship-centered strategies to support engagement and emotional well-being online.
· Recognize and respond to signs of stress, trauma, and emotional distress in children within digital contexts.
· Develop approaches that foster resilience and meaningful learning during periods of disruption and change.
Course Delivery:
|
Session Name |
Instructor |
Day / Date |
Time |
|
Reflective Teaching in Online and Uncertain Contexts |
Fajir Amin |
Monday 20th April 2026 |
10:00-12:00 |
|
Learning Through Play\Online Teaching |
Khairia Alkalam |
Wednesday 29th April 2026 |
10:00-12:00 |
|
Supporting children and helping them feel safe during times of crisis |
Daad Hidayah |
Monday 4th May 2026 |
10:00-12:00 |
Facilitator
|
Fajir Amin |
|
Khairia Alkalam |
|
Daad Hidayah |
Award
Participants who attend all four sessions will receive a Certificate of Completion from Sharjah Education Academy (SEA).
Course Details
Delivery Mode: Online (Zoom)
Course Dates:
· Monday 20th April 2026
· Wednesday 29th April 2026
· Monday 4th May 2026
Training Hours: 6 hours (3 sessions x 2 hours)
Stream: Professional Development
Target Audience: Teachers of Sharjah Private Nurseries
Language: English