Speakers
Description
Competency 2.6 – Applying Information Technology to Foreign Language Teaching – in the Foreign Language Teaching Competency Framework (MOET, 2020 - FLTCF Teacher-Friendly Translation) emphasizes the capacity of educators to meaningfully integrate digital tools into instructional and assessment practices. This competency promotes enhanced learner engagement, greater autonomy, and more personalized learning experiences. The workshop is contextualized in the current English teaching context of Vietnam and operates in an experiential mode. This interactive workshop addresses two key questions: How can foreign language teachers assess their current level of IT integration? And how can they progress within this competency area? Participants are first invited to participate in a self-assessment test to identify whether they are operating at the emergent, independent, or expert level, i.e.. After building self-awareness of their technology competency, participants will be provided with hands-on experience through a series of digital tasks tailored to each competency level. They will collaboratively explore practical strategies and tools to elevate their teaching practices. Outcomes of these activities will be showcased on a shared online platform, fostering peer learning and professional exchange beyond the session. Designed for both novice and experienced educators, this workshop supports the sustainable development of digital competencies within the evolving landscape of foreign language education, strengthening the role of technology competency among foreign language teachers in the FLTCF.
Biography
Nguyen Thi Lan Huong Nguyen is a leader in ICT in language teaching in Vietnam, a senior technology expert, and a teacher trainer at the ULIS-VNU. She has participated in various teacher training projects, including the blended teacher development project based on Vietnam’s Foreign Language Teacher Competencies Framework. Her interests focus on technology-enhanced learning, blended learning, and AI in language education.
Ms Nguyen Thi Kim Phuong (M.Ed) is a lecturer at University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Hanoi. She has 18-year experience in teaching English and methodology, and training pre-service and in-service teachers. She is also an author of English textbooks for pre-school and upper secondary students. Her interests include Teacher Education, English Language Teaching, and ICT in ESL classrooms.
