Student-led Conference Project

🎓 Project Title:

"My Voice, My Conference!" – A Student-led Conference Project

🧠 Objective:

Students will design, plan, promote, and run their own mini academic or theme-based conference, using English throughout the entire process.

📍 Level:

Intermediate – Advanced EFL (B1–C1 CEFR)

🕒 Duration:

2–3 weeks (can be adapted for longer/shorter timelines)

📚 Skills Focus:

  • Speaking (presentation, discussion, persuasion)

  • Writing (abstracts, bios, emails, posters)

  • Listening (to peers, Q&A, feedback)

  • Reading (examples of conference formats, themes)

📆 Weekly Breakdown:

🗓 Week 1: Planning the Conference

🔹 Goal: Students form committees and decide on key elements.

Activities:

  1. Watch a sample student conference video (TED-Ed Clubs, Model UN, etc.)

  2. Brainstorm themes (e.g., "Future Dreams," "Global Challenges," "Identity," "Innovation & Change")

  3. Form groups or committees:

    • Program Planning 📋

    • Promotion & Design 🎨

    • Presenters 🎤

    • Logistics & Hosts 🧾

  4. Assign roles & create timelines

📝 Homework: Write a 100-word bio & one-line conference pitch.

🗓 Week 2: Preparing for the Conference

🔹 Goal: Students design sessions and promote the event.

Activities:

  1. Writing abstracts or short presentation proposals (with peer feedback)

  2. Creating visual aids/posters/flyers

  3. Promoting the event using digital tools (free options like:

  4. Rehearsal sessions with time for peer critique

📝 Homework: Submit final presentation materials; finalize setup needs.

🗓 Week 3: Running the Conference

🔹 Goal: Students deliver and participate in a live conference.

Activities:

  1. Opening ceremony – short welcome by student emcees

  2. Conference sessions – student presentations or panels

  3. Audience Q&A – classmates or guests ask questions

  4. Feedback & Reflection Gallery – digital or paper-based

  5. Closing remarks – recognition, reflection, group photo

📝 Homework: Write a conference reflection essay (250–300 words) using guiding questions like:

  • What did you learn about yourself?

  • What surprised you?

  • What skills did you improve?

💬 Language Support:

Provide scaffolding for:

  • Presentation expressions

  • Abstract writing

  • Polite Q&A and feedback

  • Email/Invitation templates

  • Formal vs. informal language

💡 Assessment (Optional Rubrics):

  • 💬 Presentation Skills (voice, clarity, engagement)

  • ✍️ Written Abstract & Bio (grammar, cohesion, content)

  • 👥 Teamwork & Participation

  • 🧠 Reflection Essay

🥳 Extension Ideas:

  • Invite outside guests (teachers, parents, exchange students)

  • Record and publish as a podcast or YouTube series

  • Create a conference yearbook using Google Slides

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