Digital & Personalized Learning for Educators

This program equips educators with modern digital tools and pedagogical strategies to design personalized, data-driven learning experiences.

Program Overview

As the UAE and GCC countries push forward in implementing national digital transformation strategies in education, this program equips teachers with the knowledge and skills to lead the shift toward inclusive, student-cantered, data-driven learning.

Participants will explore emerging digital pedagogy, experiment with smart classroom tools, and learn to create personalized learning environments using platforms like LMS systems, VR/AR applications, adaptive learning tools, and digital assessments.

The course directly supports national agendas such as the UAE Centennial 2071, Smart Education Strategy, and the digital innovation goals of Saudi Vision 2030 and other GCC initiatives.

Mode of Delivery

In-person or live online sessions
Interactive workshops and peer discussions
Hands-on practice with educational technology tools
Simulations, group design projects, and expert feedback

Target Audience

This program is designed for:

K–12 and university educators
School leaders and instructional coaches
Curriculum developers and education consultants
E-learning specialists and EdTech trainers
Education policymakers and ministry representatives
Teachers transitioning to smart/digital learning environments

Objectives of the Training Program

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

Understand the principles of digital and personalized learning
Use LMS and adaptive platforms to support differentiated instruction
Integrate emerging tools like VR/AR for immersive learning experiences
Apply data to track student progress and inform instruction
Design inclusive and accessible digital content for all learners
Align technology use with the UAE and GCC’s smart education vision
Create a personalized learning blueprint for classroom implementation

Course Description

This interactive training enables educators to design and deliver personalized, technology-enhanced instruction for diverse learners. Participants will:

Explore and use platforms for adaptive learning and differentiation
Integrate VR/AR, multimedia, and gamification in instruction
Design learning experiences using LMS and AI-based tools
Use data analytics to guide individualized teaching and assessment
Align digital strategies with ethical and inclusive education practices

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, participants will be able to:
1. Design and implement tech-enhanced, personalized lessons
2. Use digital platforms to assess and track student performance
3. Facilitate engagement and motivation through multimedia tools
4. Create inclusive environments using UDL (Universal Design for Learning) principles
5. Present a real-world digital learning project tailored to their context

Methodology

1. Interactive expert-led workshops
2. Tool demonstrations and live walkthroughs
3. Small group design labs and peer collaboration
4. Case studies from UAE, Finland, Singapore, and beyond
5. Digital resource kits and instructional design templates
6. Final capstone project with individualized feedback

Certification

1. Certificate of Completion from the American University in the Emirates (AUE)
2. Attendance certificates are attested by KHDA.
3. Eligible for 2 Continuing Education Credits (CECs)

Strategic Relevance

1. Supports UAE Centennial 2071 and Smart Education Strategy
2. Aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, Qatar’s e-Education strategies, and Oman’s EdTech transformation
3. Promotes future-ready skills for educators in the GCC

Schedule & Topics

Day	Session Title	Hours	Focus & Learning Outcomes
Day 1	Introduction to Digital & Personalized Learning	4 hrs	Overview of smart pedagogy and UAE/GCC digital vision
Day 2	Adaptive Learning & Student Profiling Tools	4 hrs	Using platforms to tailor instruction to individual needs
Day 3	Learning Management Systems (LMS): Canvas, Moodle, etc.	4 hrs	Structuring, delivering, and managing content digitally
Day 4	VR/AR, Gamification & Immersive EdTech in the Classroom	4 hrs	Engaging learners using cutting-edge tools
Day 5	Assessment & Feedback in Digital Learning	4 hrs	Designing formative and summative assessments online
Day 6	Inclusive & Ethical Use of Digital Tools	4 hrs	Accessibility, data privacy, and equity in digital learning
Day 7	Final Project: Designing a Personalized Digital Learning Unit	4 hrs	Practical project with expert feedback and peer review