Digital possibilities and stakeholder perceptions of ad hoc remote learning strategies during a complex emergency

The study documents an ad hoc Digital Learning Strategy (DLS) implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic within a Lebanese non-formal emergency education program for Syrian refugee children. Drawing on insights from program administrators, teachers, and parents, it explores the relationship between complex emergencies and digital education. Highlighting WhatsApp as a low-data, asynchronous tool, it addresses educational access amidst resource constraints. The findings emphasize adaptability and scalability, offering practical insights for emergency education in displacement contexts globally. This research bridges the gap between technological feasibility and real-world application, presenting a transferable framework for educational provision in similar crises.