PBL & Gamification

What is the main goal of Project-Based Learning?

• Memorizing vocabulary lists

• Completing worksheets

• Solving real-world problems

• Listening to lectures

Which of the following is an example of a PBL activity?

• Writing an essay on grammar rules

• Creating a community garden to learn about plant growth

• Completing a multiple-choice test

• Watching a documentary

What role does the teacher play in PBL?

• Lecturer

• Coach and facilitator

• Sole source of knowledge

• Disciplinarian

How does PBL benefit multilingual learners?

• It allows them to use language in real-world contexts

• It limits them to simple, repetitive tasks

• It focuses solely on grammar and spelling

• It allows them to learn everything directly from the teacher

What did a 2019 study in the journal Language Learning & Technology reveal about the impact of gamification on multilingual learners?

• Gamification improved vocabulary acquisition and engagement

• Gamification decreased motivation due to repetitive tasks

• Gamification had no significant effect on language skills

• Gamification led to lower participation rates

According to a 2020 study by the Buck Institute for Education, how did PBL impact multilingual learners' language proficiency over a 12-week intervention?

• No significant improvement

• A slight increase in grammar test scores

• A marked increase in speaking and writing skills

• Decreased student motivation

What did a 2022 meta-analysis of 50 studies on gamification in multilingual classrooms conclude?

• Gamification had a negligible impact on learning outcomes

• Gamification led to increased motivation, but mixed effects on content retention

• Gamification discouraged collaborative learning

• Gamification was less effective than traditional lectures

How can teachers use gamification to reinforce vocabulary?

• Assign repetitive worksheets

• Create a Quizizz or Kahoot game with targeted vocabulary

• Avoid interactive activities

• Have students read a textbook silently

What is Project Based Learning?

• a holistic approach that emphasizes active, hands-on, and problem-based learning

• students work on a project after being taught content

• students stay in their seats and listen to the teacher lecture

• students are given a formal written assessment at end of lesson

Why is Project Based learning effective for MLL's?

• It engages them

• it helps them practice authentic language

• it scaffolds language acquisition

• it increases motivation and confidence