SEA, SPEA opened registration for pre-conference masterclasses

January 19, 2026 / 11:30 AM

Sharjah24: Sharjah Education Academy (SEA), in collaboration with the Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA), has opened registration for advanced pre-conference masterclasses on 13 February 2026, ahead of the 5th Sharjah International Summit on Educational Improvement.

The summit will take place on 14–15 February 2026 at Sharjah Education Academy’s campus in University City. The masterclasses are designed to provide an advanced professional learning pathway for teachers, school leaders, policymakers and researchers, focusing on educational quality, effective practice and learner well-being.

Linking research, policy and practice

Professor Pauline Taylor-Guy, Chancellor of Sharjah Education Academy, said the masterclasses provide a structured space for reflection and shared knowledge-building, connecting global expertise with the UAE’s educational context and empowering educators to manage change with confidence.

Key themes and global partnerships

The programme includes masterclasses on human-centred leadership, deep learning, authentic assessment, cooperative learning and the responsible use of artificial intelligence in education. Sessions are also delivered by the World Educational Research Association, alongside discussions on international assessments such as TIMSS, PIRLS and PISA, and a high-level session on early childhood education, organised with UNESCO.