Summary
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming education, offering powerful tools to help teachers support emergent bilingual students in acquiring language skills while mastering geographic concepts. This presentation explores innovative ways AI can enhance both language acquisition and content knowledge in the geography classroom. By integrating AI-driven adaptive learning technologies, educators can create inclusive, personalized learning experiences. AI-powered tools can provide real-time language support, scaffold academic vocabulary, and improve reading comprehension, allowing students to engage more deeply with geographic themes. Additionally, interactive AI applications enable students to analyze maps, interpret data, and engage with case studies through choose-
your-own-adventure experiences, fostering deeper exploration and critical thinking. These tools make content more accessible, engaging, and culturally relevant, empowering emergent bilingual students to take ownership of their
learning.
Beyond instructional benefits, this session will address best practices for implementing AI ethically and effectively while also addressing the underlying concerns with utilizing AI to support student learning. Participants will gain practical strategies for leveraging AI to foster multilingual engagement, critical thinking, and collaboration in geography education while also reducing teacher workload through automated language support, personalized feedback, and data-driven insights that help tailor instruction to student needs. By harnessing AI’s potential, educators can bridge language barriers, enhance content understanding, and empower emergent bilingual students to succeed. Attendees will leave with actionable insights and resources to integrate AI- driven language and content support into their geography classrooms.
Session Focus
Secondary/High School | English Language Learners/Bilingual Education | AI-Powered Learning, Language Acquisition, Geography Education
Conference Room
Clark
Meet the Presenter
Dawn Brimhall serves as an Instructional Specialist in Aldine ISD and is a current doctoral candidate at the University of Virginia focusing on Curriculum and Instruction. In 2020, Dawn was named the Secondary Teacher of the Year for Aldine ISD and was nominated as a Teacher of the Year for the Houston Area Alliance for Black School Educators (HAABSE). Prior to becoming an Instructional Specialist, Dawn spent 10 years teaching history in Texas and Utah. In her free time, Dawn loves to travel the world and explore new cultures.
William Danes serves as a World Geography Teacher and Department Chair in Aldine ISD. In 2012, William earned his Master’s in Education Technology from Lamar University. Prior to 2018 William served the district as a Technology Specialist. William has taught at both the middle school and high school levels as well. In his free time, William likes to hike and read.
