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STEM PBL for ELLs: Inquiry-Based Learning in Multilingual Classrooms

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Session description

This session demonstrates how project-based learning (PBL) can empower multilingual learners in STEM. Participants will experience a model PBL lesson, focusing on inquiry-based, student-led exploration that integrates collaborative problem-solving, real-world applications, and bilingual resources. Attendees will leave with strategies to implement PBL in multilingual classrooms to support STEM engagement and language development.

Outline

Component Time
Engagement Strategy
Technology Integration

Introduction & Warm-up
5 min
PBL overview & ELL considerations
AI-supported brainstorming

Inquiry-Based Challenge
15 min
Hands-on, collaborative STEM project
AR/VR exploration of STEM concepts

Tech-Enhanced Research
10 min
Using AI and multilingual tools for problem-solving
AI-powered research tools & real-time translation

Presentation & Reflection
10 min
Sharing findings using visuals and bilingual support
Digital storytelling & peer feedback tools

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Presenters

Thamir Aljobori

Multilingual Educator

Rockford Public Schools 205

Session specifications

Topic:

Project-, Problem- and Challenge-Based Learning

Subject area:

Interdisciplinary (STEM/STEAM), Multi-Language Learners