Speaking Club Plan: Bilingual Education

Objective: The purpose of this session is to facilitate a discussion among teachers

about the advantages and challenges of bilingual education programs.
Agenda:
1. Introduction (15 minutes):
 Participants will be welcomed, and the topic of bilingual education will
be introduced.
 An icebreaker activity will be conducted, allowing participants to briefly
share their experiences or thoughts.
An icebreaker activity: each participant shares two true statements and one
false statement about their life. Others guess which statement is the lie.
2. Opening Presentation (15 minutes):
 A brief overview of what bilingual education entails will be provided.
 The potential advantages and challenges will be highlighted.
3. Group Discussion I - Advantages (30 minutes):
 Participants will be divided into small groups.
 Each group will discuss the perceived advantages of bilingual education
programs.
 Participants will be encouraged to share personal experiences or
examples.
4. Group Presentation (15 minutes):
 Each group will select a spokesperson to share the group's main points
about the advantages of bilingual education.
 A brief discussion will be facilitated after each presentation.
5. Group Discussion II - Challenges (15 minutes):
• Participants will be reorganized into different small groups.
• Each group will discuss the challenges associated with bilingual
education programs.
• Each group will select a spokesperson to share the group's main points
about the challenges of bilingual education.
6. Open Floor Discussion and answering the following questions (20
minutes):

1. What challenges can occur while implementing effective bilingual education

programs?
2. In your opinion, how does bilingual education impact students' cognitive
development and academic performance?
3. How can teachers address different language levels among students in a
bilingual classroom?
4. What role does parental involvement play in the success of bilingual education
programs?
5. Can you share examples of successful bilingual education initiatives that you
are aware of or have been involved in?
6. What are some common misconceptions and myths about bilingual education,
and how can they be addressed?
7. In your experience, how can students respond to bilingual education, and what
factors influence their attitudes?
8. What strategies can educators employ to create an inclusive and supportive
environment for students in bilingual classrooms?

7. Closing Reflections (15 minutes):

• Key points from the discussion will be summarized.
• Participants will be allowed to share their final reflections on the topic.
• Participants will be encouraged to express their takeaways from the session.
• Closing Remarks and Feedback (10 minutes):
• Participants will be thanked for their active participation.

Index Card 1: Pros of Using ChatGPT (in Education)

1. 24/7 Homework Help:
ChatGPT can assist students with homework and learning, providing support at
any time.
2. Language Learning Companion:
It can be a helpful companion for language learning, offering practice and
explanations.
3. Super Helper:
ChatGPT is like a super-smart helper that can answer questions and give useful
info.
4. Good at Many Things:
ChatGPT can do lots of jobs, from answering questions to making up stories or
jokes.
5. Always Ready:
It works all the time, so you can get help whenever you want, even in the
middle of the night!

Index Card 2: Cons of Using ChatGPT

1. Limited Real-Time Feedback:
 ChatGPT might not provide real-time feedback, which is crucial for certain
learning activities.
2. Risk of mistakes:
It may provide incorrect information, potentially leading to confusion or
misunderstanding.
3. Dependence on Tech Skills:
Relying heavily on ChatGPT might reduce students' development of critical
thinking skills.
4. Lack of Emotional Understanding:
It may struggle to understand and address the emotional needs of students,
lacking empathy.
5. Potential for Plagiarism:
Students might misuse ChatGPT for generating content, leading to plagiarism
concerns.