VietTESOL International Convention 2026

Along with the rapid development of information technology, language teaching is no longer just about knowledge. Instead, teachers need to develop skills to guide students towards lifelong learning. Sustainable development goals (SDGs) have been mentioned in education including teaching and learning English as a foreign language in Vietnam. However, how to integrate SDGs into teaching has been one of the greatest concerns of EFL high school teachers in the current context. Therefore, the study was carried out to explore teachers’ strategies in incorporating SDGs in English teaching to promote students’ lifelong learning. This research followed a mixed-method approach. Questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were employed to collect data from seventy-four high school teachers. The findings of the research indicate that the strategies for applying SDGs in teaching were curriculum design, classroom activities, assessment methods, and teacher training. The findings also reveal that applying SDGs in teaching creates and maintains a positive learning environment for students, as well as provides teachers with ongoing professional development, access to the latest technology, and the necessary resources to effectively teach students. It also creates an environment where students are encouraged to ask questions and enjoy their learning experience. Pedagogical implications for teachers and school administrators are presented.