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The MUDEC Immersive English Language Summer Camp gives ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs hands-on experience in planning, developing, and delivering curriculum for English language learners while being immersed in a cross-cultural educational environment. It is a non-credit study abroad course offered in partnership with MUDEC, the International School of Differdange and Esch-sur-Alzette (EIDE), and the Luxembourgish government.

Program Details

The camp consists of two one-week sessions in Luxembourg during the middle two weeks of July. One week is designed for primary school ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs and the other for middle school ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs. Each week lasts five days and features a theme, such as The American Experience, with projects and activities led by Miami ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs.

On Friday afternoons, ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs present their work to families and the Differdange community in a culminating event that celebrates what they have learned. Before the camp begins, Miami ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs participate in a cultural orientation and tour of Luxembourg City. Between the two camps, ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs take part in a culturally enriching day trip to a neighboring country, such as France or Germany. Each week includes a family barbecue hosted by MUDEC to facilitate connection with the campers' families.

Learning Outcomes and Student Impact

Miami ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs who participate in this camp develop:

• Effective strategies for teaching ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs whose first language is not English
• A broader worldview, cultural competence, self-confidence, and relationship-building skills
• Firsthand experience in curriculum design and classroom leadership in a multilingual, international educational context

Collaboration and Partners

This camp is made possible through the collaboration of:

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• The International School of Differdange and Esch-sur-Alzette (EIDE)
• ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈ Dolibois European Center (MUDEC)
• The Luxembourgish government

Why This Matters

Participating in this type of immersive, theme-based, learner-centered camp helps Miami ¾Ã¾ÃÈÈs understand cultural difference, educational diversity, and expand their capacity to design culturally responsive curricula. It also provides valuable experience for future educators working with multilingual learners in any setting.