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Description
In the context of global education shifting toward sustainability, integrating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals into English language instruction has become an emerging pedagogical trend. This presentation examines the theoretical foundations for incorporating education for sustainable development into English language education, focusing on approaches such as global citizenship education, systems thinking, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary integration. Based on key ideas and materials suggested by UNESCO, this paper suggests teaching directions that help English learners improve not only their language skills but also their understanding of social issues, sense of community, and ability to engage with the global world. A feasible integration framework is presented with illustrative examples for teaching reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in Vietnamese tertiary education settings. This study supports a forward-looking way of teaching English that connects language skills with social responsibility and sustainable values. It also gives useful ideas for teachers and curriculum developers in Vietnam.
Biography
Huynh Vu Hai Nguyen is a first-year student at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University. Nguyen has completed Module 1 of the TESOL program, which provided a solid foundation in English language teaching principles, classroom management, and learner-centered approaches. As an emerging language educator, Nguyen is particularly interested in the intersection between English language teaching and global issues such as sustainability, social equity, and intercultural communication. Participating in the VietTESOL International Convention 2025 marks Nguyen’s first academic presentation at an international forum, demonstrating a strong commitment to early professional development in the field of English language education. This presentation reflects Nguyen’s interest in how language instruction can support not only linguistic competence but also critical thinking and global citizenship among learners in Vietnam.
