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Description
This study explores the relationship between growth mindset and English speaking performance among university students in a Vietnamese EFL context. While mindset has been widely studied in general education, its role in speaking development remains underexplored in Vietnam.
Using a mixed-methods design, the study collected quantitative data from 169 English-major students and qualitative data from semi-structured interviews. The findings reveal a positive correlation between growth mindset and speaking performance. Students with a stronger growth mindset tend to participate more actively, persist through difficulties, and view errors as opportunities for learning.
The study also identifies key factors and learning strategies that support the development of growth mindset, including encouraging teacher feedback, a supportive classroom environment, and opportunities for frequent speaking practice.
These findings provide practical implications for English language teaching in Vietnam, suggesting that integrating mindset-oriented approaches can enhance both learner engagement and speaking development.
Biography
Dr. Le Thi Hong Van is a senior English lecturer at Tay Nguyen University. She earned her Doctorate in TESOL from the University of Central Florida, USA, in 2021. Her research interests include strength-based teaching, oral communication, instructional technology, language skill development for English learners, and ESL/EFL teacher education. Dr. Le has received numerous national and international awards and fellowships for her academic achievements and community services in professional development, including the TESOL Albert H. Marckwardt Travel Grant for her outstanding contributions to regional, national, or international ESL/EFL organizations. Her email address is lthvan@ttn.edu.vn.
Ms. Hoang Thi Hong Nhung holds an MA in TESOL, which she completed in 2012 under the Australian Awards Scholarship (AAS). She is currently a lecturer at the Faculty of Foreign Languages, Tay Nguyen University. Her research interests include EFL teaching and learning, social-emotional learning (SEL), the development of productive language skills, and students’ difficulties in language learning.
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