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Description
This paper investigates the perceptions and classroom practices of oral corrective feedback (OCF) among eight TEFL high school teachers in Pleiku City, Vietnam. Drawing on data from semi-structured interviews and 24 classroom observations, the study reveals a predominant use of implicit feedback types, particularly recasts and clarification requests. While teachers expressed a preference for delayed correction, most feedback was delivered immediately, highlighting a discrepancy between stated beliefs and actual practices. The study further found that grammar and pronunciation errors received the most attention, while vocabulary issues were comparatively under-addressed. These findings underscore the context-dependent and nuanced nature of OCF in EFL classrooms, suggesting implications for professional development and pedagogical alignment.
Biography
Dr. Phung Tien Nguyen is Senior lecturer at Quy Nhon University, Vietnam. Phung’s research interests include Appraisal, Multimodality and TESOL. His most recent work is the book chapter published with Routledge in 2025 in the book titled Multiliteracies, Multimodality and Learning by Design in Second Language Learning and Teacher Education.
Cao Thi Hoai Phuong , M.A., is an experienced teacher of English with 12 years of dedication at Nguyen Chi Thanh Highschool, Pleiku City. She is particularly interested in applying new methods to English language teaching. Her research explores efficient ways to improve teaching methodologies to benefit both students and educators.
