Dr. Md. Mohib Ullah
2024 IVLP Impact Award Project: Empowering Educators: Implementing AI-Enhanced Inquiry-Based Approaches in English Language Education in BangladeshBangladesh
Dr. Md. Mohib Ullah is a distinguished academic and educator, renowned for his extensive experience and notable accomplishments in English Language and Literature. He currently is Assistant Professor at the Department of English Language and Literature, International Islamic University Chittagong (IIUC), Bangladesh.
He also serves as General Secretary of the Bangladesh English Language Teachers Association (BELTA) and is the founding President of Global Aid for Sustainable Development, an initiative of U.S. Exchange Alumni. He is also a certified trainer in American English, which is recognized by BELTA and the Regional English Language Officer of the U.S. Department of State. As the Access Teachers’ Community Coach, Mohib guides educators across South and Central Asia. Mohib was a 2013-2014 Fulbright Scholar at the University of Georgia, where he received an Award of Excellence Certificate for his outstanding contributions.
IVLP Impact Award Project: Empowering Educators: Implementing AI-Enhanced Inquiry-Based Approaches in English Language Education in Bangladesh
The project integrated AI technologies and inquiry-based teaching methods to transform English language education in Bangladesh. The project equipped educators with innovative strategies to foster student engagement and elevate learning outcomes in classrooms across Bangladesh. This project helped Mohib turn classrooms into a dynamic hub of curiosity, exploration, and innovation, where students are not just passive recipients of knowledge, but active participants in their own learning journey.
The project included a six-month series of training workshops to acquaint 30 educators with AI technologies for English language learning; curriculum development to integrate AI into interactive lesson plans; and the formation of professional learning communities for peer support and best practice sharing.
Pre- and post-project assessments revealed that 80% of educators improved their competence in integrating AI tools into teaching, enhancing their confidence in lesson planning, student assessment, and classroom engagement.
Mohib conducted a final dissemination workshop, sharing best practices and project outcomes with the educational community in Chittagong. Through engaging presentations and professional networks, he inspired the broader adoption of AI-enhanced teaching methodologies. Mohib highlighted that the project sparked a systemic change in English language education, promoting innovative teaching methods and fostering a collaborative professional network among educators. The project's success significantly raised awareness about the potential of AI-driven inquiry-based learning, encouraging further interest and investment in technology-driven education.
Mohib reported that, “Beyond immediate improvements in classroom practices, this project has initiated a systemic change in English language education by encouraging innovative teaching methods and fostering a collaborative professional network among educators. The success of the project has raised awareness about the potential of AI-enhanced inquiry-based learning, prompting further interest and investment in technology-driven education.”
“My goal is to cultivate a community of educators equipped with the skills, confidence, and resources to harness the potential of technology and inquiry-based methodologies, ultimately shaping a brighter future for generations of English language learners in Bangladesh.” - Dr. Md. Mohib Ullah
IVLP Exchange Experience
Mohib participated in the IVLP Project Integrating Technology and Inquiry-Based Learning Methods in the Classroom, organized by the U.S. Department of State and Institute of International Education, in partnership with Columbia Council for Internationals, Global Austin, International Focus, Presidential Precinct and World Trade Institute.
Mohib’s exchange experience led to the development of his project: “My IVLP experience provided me with invaluable knowledge and connections that will directly inform and enhance the implementation of my IVLP Impact Award project…Specifically, my interactions and engagements with individuals, organizations, and educational institutions during the IVLP exchange shaped my understanding of innovative pedagogical practices, emerging technologies, and collaborative approaches to education.”
“I am reminded of the words of one of our distinguished [IVLP] speakers, who emphasized the profound impact of leveraging technology to foster inquiry-driven learning environments. This wisdom continues to resonate with me as I strive to empower educators in Bangladesh with the tools, strategies, and inspiration needed to revolutionize English language education in their classrooms." - Dr. Md. Mohib Ullah
U.S. Communities Visited
Washington, DC; Baltimore, MD, Raleigh, NC; Columbia, SC; Austin, TX; Charlottesville, VA