Building Real Connections in Online Education – A Queen’s Online School Perspective
There is real concern that is currently being highlighted a critical issue about the risks of knowing our young people by the superficial understanding that can arise from trying to know someone only through curated online images and posts. At Queen’s Online School, we recognise a vital distinction: knowing a student through live, interactive virtual engagement is profoundly different—and far more meaningful—than the passive knowledge gained through online posts or pictures.
Our daily use of cameras and microphones in virtual classrooms allows teachers to build authentic relationships with students. These live interactions create a dynamic and genuine understanding of each student’s personality, mood, and well-being, far beyond what a snapshot or post could ever convey. It’s through real-time conversations and observations that we connect, support, and ensure our students feel seen and heard. By prioritising these direct, interactive relationships, we’re fostering a deeper level of trust and care in our online learning community. At Queen’s, we’re not just providing education; we’re creating an environment where students are truly known, supported, and protected in a way that transcends the limits of static online presence.
Together, we aim to prepare our students to navigate the digital world confidently and responsibly, knowing their safety is our top priority.
