Speaker
Description
As teachers, we need to keep learning to ride and lead changes rather than let changes rain down on us. Teacher learning is a lifelong, joyful process of both teaching and becoming (identity construction), which brings fresh perspectives, energy, and purpose to our work. Grounded in Sociocultural learning theory and the author's extensive research and practices in Vietnamese context, this presentation introduces seven principles of teacher learning, including creating safe spaces for growth, learning through collaboration, valuing diversity, and using reflection and action research to guide meaningful change. We will explore what hinders us from learning from our students, ourselves, colleagues and communities, and suggest practical strategies to unlock our learning potentials to improve our teaching, stay engaged, avoid burnout, and adapt effectively to constant change. This session aims to empower teachers to take ownership of their learning journeys and inspire others along the way for better lessons, and for better lives.
Biography
Hanh Thi Hoang (PhD – University of Queensland) is a lecturer at the University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (ULIS-VNU), Vietnam, teaching intercultural communication, language culture, and society. She is interested in exploring the personal and sociocultural elements that shape different people’s learning conditions and identities within and across societies. She has extensive experience in language teaching, teaching content in English, and teacher training.
