In the digital age, teachers must have a more favourable attitude toward information and communication technology (ICT). In the current study, the researcher used a qualitative interview to learn more about early childhood teachers (ECTs) perspectives on the use of ICT in online learning during the Covid-19 pandemic. The researcher in Palestine interviewed 63 female early childhood educators to collect data. "Thematic coding techniques" were used to analyze the interview data. Within five main themes, "ICT advantages" (8 sub-subjects), "the significance of ICT competencies" (2 sub-subjects), "promotion of the ICT training" (5 sub-themes), "the uses of ICT" (6 sub-subjects), and "challenges to using ICT", the research gathered specific information on how teachers perceived digital disruption during the Covid-19 pandemic (5 sub-subjects). The findings showed that increased promotion of ICT training that encourages ICT use among ECTs is necessary. This study adds to the body of knowledge regarding the application of ICT in the early childhood teaching process. Additionally, this study expands on empirical research findings that help report on the use of online learning in Early Childhood Education (ECE), particularly in times of crisis.

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Objectives: The study aims to identify the obstacles and problems of using educational media in kindergartens in Palestine from the point of view of the principals and teachers of these kindergartens. Methods: A descriptive field survey method was employed. Data was collected through a questionnaire consisting of (30) items applied to a sample of (48) principals and (83) female teachers working in kindergartens for the academic year 2019/2020. Results: The results showed that most kindergartens in Palestine suffer from many obstacles and problems in using educational media. Moreover, there are no statistically significant differences between the views of kindergarten principals and teachers in Palestine towards the obstacles and problems of using educational media due to the nature of job, specialization, years of experience, and marital status. The results also show the presence of statistically significant differences in the obstacles and problems of using educational media in kindergartens in Palestine due to educational qualification. Conclusion: The study recommends paying attention to educational media available in kindergartens and making them more effective and accessible to children. It also recommends using modern media in kindergartens in Palestine due to its great importance in developing mental abilities.