Keynote Title: Sparking Student Engagement & Empowerment Through Project-based Language Learning
Keynote Description: Come explore how project-based language learning can engage and empower multilingual learners to take a more active role in their own learning while contributing to their communities. During the keynote, participants will: (1) explore the essential elements of high quality project-based language learning; (2) encounter examples of meaningful projects; (3) experience interactive activities that engage learners in communication and collaboration; and (4) examine principles and tools for purposeful project planning. Guiding Questions: 1) What are the essential elements of high quality, project-based language learning (PBLL)? 2) Why is PBLL such a great way to increase student engagement and empowerment? 3) How can teachers plan effective project-based language learning (PBLL) experiences for students? Can Dos 1) …engage learners in sustained cultural inquiry. 2) …empower students. 3) …strengthen the impact of my lessons. |