VIETTESOL INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION 2025

As education systems worldwide undergo rapid transformation, the role of teachers must evolve to meet the demands of 21st-century learners. Equipping teachers with not only digital tools but also the necessary pedagogical skills and adaptive mindsets is essential to fostering innovative, inclusive, and future-ready classrooms. This paper explores a comprehensive approach to teacher training...

The presentation is about a study that explores the use of question-answer videos outside the classroom to improve speaking skills for English 3 EFL students at the National College of Education, Ho Chi Minh City. These videos, designed to mirror classroom speaking tasks, aim to develop grammar, vocabulary, fluency, and interaction skills.
Using a mixed-method approach, the study compares...

The study explores how English-majored students at C1 level followed the devised steps in the course guide to conduct an interactive forum on contemporary topics and what sub-skills they could gain from this activity. The study focused on the course ‘English for Contemporary Topics’, which involved employing news related to six current topics to reach expected learning outcomes. A...

This study explored the influences of Project-Based Learning on different constructs of L2 motivation from the perspectives of EFL high school students in Vietnam. Despite its official implementation in the national English language curriculum, there remains a lack of research examining the impact of this approach on students' motivation in Vietnamese EFL classrooms, especially in...

Guided by Graves’ (2000) principles of course development, this essay proposes a systematic framework for a Basic Communication Skills course for adult learners in Vietnam. The course aims to help learners communicate in English at the A1 level of the CEFR, taking into account contextual factors, beliefs about teaching and learning, syllabus design, needs analysis, assessment, and evaluation....

Vocabulary is a foundational component in English language learning, particularly in EFL contexts where textbooks serve as the primary source of input. In Vietnam, where students have limited exposure to English outside the classroom, evaluating the appropriateness and effectiveness of vocabulary presented in widely used textbooks is crucial, especially for non-English majors at the tertiary...

Language mindsets play a crucial role in learners’ motivation and achievement in foreign language learning. Despite this, language learners’ mindsets and potential factors affecting language learners’ mindsets regarding specific linguistic skills remain underexplored. This study aimed to explore what contextual factors might influence Vietnamese tertiary students’ English as a Foreign Language...

English for Specific Purposes has been taught for a long time in most institutes everywhere. ESP by definition is language learning focusing on issues of language pertaining to a particular aspect of human life (Wright, 1992:3). ESP is the method of teaching and learning English for school subjects specializing in certain purposes of education and occupation. Teaching ESP should cover the...

This mixed-methods study investigates paraphrasing techniques and errors in academic essay introductions written by 60 third-year English majors at Quy Nhon University, Vietnam. Data were collected through essay analysis and perception questionnaires using Keck's Paraphrasing Model and Loh's error classification framework. Results reveal that students predominantly employ lexical...

To ensure the quality of teaching and meet learning outcome standards for students, evaluating learner satisfaction has always been a matter of particular importance at educational institutions. This study investigates students’perceptions of Chinese language teaching and aims to suggest improvements to enhance instructional quality. The research focused on second- and third-year students...

Online assessments (OA) has been incorporated in various countries and Vietnam is not an exception. This study aims at examing the students’ attitude towards the practice of OA at university level in Vietnam. Accordingly a qualitative methodology was employed in which data was gathered through semi-structured interviews with students majoring in foreign langauges. Results from the study...

This study explores the career goals and professional development aspirations of pre-service English teachers at Hanoi Pedagogical University 2 (HPU2). It focuses on their future plans, development activities, and the challenges they face in preparing for the teaching profession. A mixed-methods approach was used, combining a questionnaire completed by 84 participants and semi-structured...

In the context of deep international integration today, English has become an indispensable communication tool. Especially in educational settings, assessing students' English proficiency is of great importance. Objective multiple-choice testing is currently widely used to evaluate English language proficiency. This form of assessment is particularly common in English teaching at the upper...

Recently, ChatGPT has become a promising tool for enhancing language proficiency by promoting autonomous learning. Due to this trend, I conducted a systematic review of the impact of ChatGPT on English speaking skills among EFL students, with a particular focus on English major students in Vietnam. A content analysis method was employed to analyze the collected papers. The findings indicated...

his study investigates the attitudes of high school parents toward their children's English learning, with a particular focus on IELTS preparation. As English proficiency—especially IELTS certification—becomes increasingly important for academic advancement and global opportunities, parental attitudes and support play a crucial role in shaping students' motivation and learning outcomes. Using...

In today’s society when great emphasis is placed on enhancing school children’s English competence throughout Vietnam, learners are offered more intensive English courses including an advanced English program in which maths and science are taught in English. This paper focuses only on secondary school students in Hanoi who follow such an English program and pay particular attention to how they...

Each student possesses unique qualities, making each special. To unlock and unleash students' potential, teachers can gift students adaptive learning, which can assist students in accomplishing mastery in each lesson before processing to the next, motivate students to enjoy the quantity and quality of learning, and engage students in class and outside-class activities. Moreover, data-driven...

This workshop investigates the integration of sustainability, technology, innovative language teaching methods, linguistics, and professional development to transform language education. The primary objective is to equip educators with strategies to create eco-friendly, tech-enhanced, and linguistically informed teaching practices that promote cultural and environmental sustainability. Through...

In the context of rapid globalization, English Language Teaching (ELT) in Vietnam must prepare students for international engagement through empowered educators who are ready to transform the educational landscape. This paper, titled "Advancing Vietnam’s ELT: Sustainable Teacher Development for Global Readiness in High School and University" explores innovative professional development (PD)...

This study addresses a critical gap in the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within instructional design for English for Specific Academic Purposes (ESAP), an area often overlooked in AI-assisted language education research. While much of the existing work focuses on general English instruction or AI-driven assessment tools, little has explored how AI can support task-based,...

This action research examines the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance English vocabulary and writing skills through autonomous learning among High School students in Vietnam. Over 12 weeks, students engaged in weekly writing tasks and vocabulary exercises using AI platforms like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and Revisely, which provided real-time feedback, synonym suggestions, grammar...

Learner autonomy (LA) is widely recognised as a desirable goal in education. The activities helping learners foster authentic language use and LA are mainly autonomous language learning activities outside the classroom. This research aimed to gain useful insights into the activities and factors influencing the promotion of EFL LA. Both quantitative and qualitative methods were used with a...

English-speaking is a skill that Vietnamese undergraduates need to be
proficient in, especially those pursuing the English language as their expertise.
However, it seems that English-majored students do not actively participate in
learning communicative tasks due to their low level of motivation. The study aims
to figure out some factors that can positively affect the extrinsic...

Artificial intelligent (AI) applications and their fast pace of development have had tremendous impacts on almost every field in life, with no exception for education. People in general and language learners in particular have enjoyed enormous benefits from the popularity explosion of ChatGPT as an AI-powered tool. However, it is an undeniable fact that ChatGPT with its great leaps forwards is...

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In the era of global integration and security cooperation, English language teaching (ELT) in Vietnam’s military schools must move beyond traditional grammar-translation methods to equip future officers with global communication competence, critical thinking, and intercultural understanding. This paper explores the application of Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) as an innovative,...

Delivering subject content in English is a critical specific objective of the upcoming national project to make English the second language in schools. Although the 2018 general education curricula for English and experiential and career-oriented activities at high school level are designed with the similar thematic content, little research on whether the integration of both accomplishes...

In the digital age, the application of information technology in teaching helps improve learning efficiency and create excitement for students. I design and deploy a number of electronic lesson plans for teaching English to improve teaching quality. Electronic lesson plans are digitalized lectures, using information technology tools such as PowerPoint, videos, illustrations, and interactive...

In the recent three decades, task-based language teaching has attracted attention from researchers, teacher trainers and teaching materials developers. They have conducted a lot of investigations to prove the effectiveness of this method in different circumstances of teaching (Sanchez, 2004). Thus, along with the access to communicative language teaching, task-based language teaching has...

Learning and teaching for the IELTS test have become prevalent for Vietnamese high school students in recent years as it can be utilized as one of the admission criteria for domestic and oversea universities. The test focuses on real world communication ability in four key skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Among these skills, Vietnamese students tend to get the lowest score in...

This study investigates the application of the PDCA (Plan – Do – Check – Act) cycle as an effective strategy to enhance English learning among English major students at Hanoi Pedagogical University 2. Despite the increasing necessary of English as a second language in Vietnam’s education system, many students still face challenges in achieving desired proficiency levels. By integrating the...

Children aged 6 to 10 are in an important period for language acquisition. It is true that their cognitive development and auditory sensitivity are responsive to new linguistic input. At this stage, providing learners with rich and repeated exposure to the target language is essential for forming natural language habits and spontaneous use. One effective method that educators can implement to...

This presentation explores how integrating visual arts into English as a Foreign Language (EFL) instruction can enhance motivation, language acquisition, and learner confidence—particularly in primary and lower-secondary classrooms. Grounded in Krashen’s Affective Filter Hypothesis and supported by cognitive research (Hardiman, Rinne, & Yarmolinskaya, 2014), arts integration is shown to...

There has been a switch from lesson content mastering to skills developing as the movement of competency in the 21st century. To respond to this trend in practical requirements, University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has focused on providing English for Specific Purposes (ESP) courses where students expect to learn knowledge and skills relating to their fields of study. These courses...

Professional Development refers to a wide range of activities, programs, training sessions, and learning experiences designed to enhance the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and effectiveness of individuals in their chosen careers. It plays a crucial role in ensuring that professionals remain competent in their fields and adapt successfully to changes, innovations, and new responsibilities....

This paper presents a dual approach to enhancing English language teaching by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) tools and mental wellness strategies. First, it introduces practical AI resources such as Google AI Studio and Character.ai, which assist teachers in creating personalized, interactive language activities and provide automated feedback to support student learning. Second, it...

As the world becomes increasingly globalized, English teaching must move beyond the traditional focus on grammatical correctness, rote memorization of vocabulary, and test preparation. This study examines the role of argumentative writing as a transformative approach to critical thinking in the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom. Informed by cognitive and sociocultural theory of...

This investigation examines how blended learning is enacted within undergraduate English language programmes at Pham Van Dong University (PDU), aiming to delineate dominant instructional models, assess both the advantages and impediments perceived by participants, and derive implications for teaching practice . It integrates theoretical perspectives from blended learning scholarship alongside...

In the era of globalization and digital transformation, fostering students' English communication skills within authentic, real-world contexts has become an urgent demand, particularly in rural Vietnamese primary schools. Traditional teaching methods, heavily reliant on textbooks and classroom drills, have proven insufficient in equipping students with the confidence and language skills needed...

This presentation focuses on using community, particularly free english club in conjunction with english centers, to promote learner autonomy and motivation. The initial goals of the initiative was to provide a safe, free environment for students, professionals, underprivileged individuals to exchange ideas, discuss global issues and make connections, and most importantly to use English in a...

Schools in mountainous area face significant challenges in English education due to geographical isolation, limited resources, and a shortage of qualified teachers. To address these barriers, this project introduces a community-based English learning model tailored to the local context. The model emphasizes inclusivity, sustainability, and practicality by engaging a network of schools, local...

The TeachingEnglish Localisation in Vietnam Project, developed through a collaboration between the British Council and VietTESOL, addresses the persistent challenge of limited access to professional development (CPD) for English teachers across Vietnam, particularly in remote and underserved areas.
The initiative seeks to build a more equitable, sustainable, and community-driven CPD model by...

Nation and Webb (2011) employed five psychological factors - Motivation, Noticing, Retrieval, Generation, and Retention - to develop the Technique Feature Analysis (TFA) Framework which aimed to predict the effectiveness of L2 vocabulary learning activities. Some empirical studies have been implemented to validate this framework through gauging its predictive power for actual vocabulary...

This research delves into the critical need for career readiness among English major students at high schools for the gifted, where English is taught and learned in an academic manner tailored to the demands of an exam-oriented education system. It highlights the challenges encountered by high school students specializing in English academia as they transition into the labor force,...

This study investigates the challenges faced by secondary school teachers in Vietnam when implementing project-based learning (PBL) in English language teaching and proposes feasible pedagogical solutions. Drawing on survey data from 2,850 teachers across Grades 6 to 12, the study reveals that a significant proportion of respondents found project activities difficult to teach and expressed the...

The emergence of generative AI (GenAI) tools such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, Quizlet, Duolingo, and ELSA Speak has the potential to transform English language learning globally. However, in socio-economically disadvantaged areas like Vietnam’s Central Highlands, significant barriers hinder the adoption of these technologies. This study explores the challenges faced by high school students in Gia...

This study investigates the challenges faced by English language teachers at Hanoi University of Business and Technology (HUBT) in assessing speaking and writing skills. Despite the critical role of assessment in language education, many teachers at HUBT lack formal training in testing and assessment, leading to difficulties in designing, administering, and grading speaking and writing tests....

Semantic prosody and semantic preference have been widely investigated in linguistic analysis; however, there is a limited number of studies applying these concepts to explore character representation in children's literature. This study addressed this knowledge gap by investigating the character representation of Frank Heffley in the first five books of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff...

To Vietnamese learners, learning grammar to achieve grammar accuracy in speaking is rather challenging. The wide adoption of Explicit deductive and Inductive teaching method in grammar teaching raises many concerns on the level of grammatical accuracy in speaking. The study focuses on the perspectives of both teachers and students about Communicative Language Teaching that implements both...

The research investigates the use of complex sentences in students’ essay writing,
exploring pedagogical implications for teachers to enhance students’ writing proficiency.
212 essays were collected from English-majored students in the last semester for essay
learning at Can Tho University, but only 162 essays were qualified for analysis,
equivalent to the number of essays in the corpus by...

Adopting positioning theory, this study explores how novice English language teachers in public secondary schools in Hanoi construct their teacher identities and position their ‘disruptive’ students. Based on in-depth interviews with 9 novice teachers, data were analyzed using Critical Discourse Analysis to examine how teachers positioned themselves and the students, as well as how their...

The study investigates the viewpoint of both educators and learners about the determinants affecting the teaching of English translation at Hanoi Law University. Meeting the increasing demand for legal translation proficiency, addressing the factors that shape teaching and learning practices is essential for improving pedagogical effectiveness. Employing a mixed-methods approach, this research...

This presentation explores an educational innovation designed to enhance the efficacy of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) through the strategic development and integration of digital learning resources for Grade 11 students at Duc Hop High School, Vietnam. Grounded in the theoretical foundations of CLIL (Coyle, Hood, & Marsh, 2010) and digital pedagogy (Chang & Hung, 2018), the...

This paper focuses on effective teaching methods to develop English communication skills among primary school students through active learning and contextual practice. Communication is one of the core skills in language acquisition, especially at the primary level where learners are building foundational language abilities. The paper presents and analyzes several practical strategies such as...

This paper examines how a Community of Practice (CoP) model was employed to support professional development in English speaking instruction among primary school teachers in Vung Tau, Vietnam. Under the guidance of school leadership, English teachers engaged in weekly collaborative sessions that focused on lesson planning, peer observation, and reflective dialogue. At the core of this...

English for Specific Purposes (ESP) has emerged as a fundamental component of language education, particularly in professional and academic settings. The development of ESP materials involves a complex interplay of linguistic competence, industry-specific knowledge, and pedagogical principles. This study provides an in-depth analysis of ESP material development tailored for first-year...

Differentiated instruction has been widely discussed and applied in different educational institutions. Research has also explored this topic and its different aspects (Maulana, 2029; Pham, 2012; Subban, 2006). Differentiated instruction has been proven to benefit students. However, challenges still arise. This study was carried out at a university in Hanoi, Vietnam. The study aims to (a)...

This study investigates research data management (RDM) practices among English Language and TESOL students at a Vietnamese university, emphasizing the role of RDM as an essential academic and professional skill in TESOL contexts. RDM is increasingly recognized in TESOL for its importance in promoting research integrity, data-driven pedagogy, and the ethical handling of learner data. Drawing on...

This study has investigated the digital transformation capabilities of secondary and tertiary English teachers in Ho Chi Minh City. The results indicate that teachers have utilized basic technology tools in their teaching, but their ability to leverage more complex tools and integrate technology into creative learning activities still needs to be improved. The study also highlights that the...

In our demanding world, incorporating sustainable development issues into lessons is not an easy task, and it is even more difficult when teaching students with disabilities. The main purpose of this study is to explore a volunteer teacher’s challenges and strategies regarding Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). A semi-structured interview was conducted with a volunteer teacher who...

In the context of educational reform and international integration, selecting and applying effective language teaching methods is crucial for improving the quality of English teaching and learning in Vietnam. This summary report highlights innovative and practical approaches aligned with the 2018 General Education Curriculum, with a particular focus on learner-centered methods that promote...

Students often learn English by completing tasks both during classroom lessons and as homework assignments. At a university in Hanoi, Vietnam, non-English majors are given suitable tasks targeting the four language skills, vocabulary, or grammar, which they complete according to their pace and abilities. Each task is designed to align with the topics and content taught in class. This study...

Problem-based learning is a well-established approach, originating in medical education in 1960s but continues to be an innovative method across various subjects including legal education and English language learning. This teaching method is highly relevant in legal English classes where students need to apply knowledge and skills to solve legal problems. This study aims to explore the...

The integration of technology has significantly influenced learners’ approaches to English language learning, particularly in rural areas, marking a new era of digital empowerment that fosters learner autonomy. This study was conducted at some high schools in rural areas to examine key factors affecting the development of learner autonomy through technology use. The research focused on...

This study investigates the impact of mother tongue interference on the English pronunciation of EFL learners and examines their attitudes toward overcoming these challenges. This research employs a mixed-methods approach, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative data collection. A structured survey was administered to 50 EFL learners from the School of Foreign Languages at Can Tho...

This study aims to explore teachers’ anxiety and learners’ beliefs about negative coping strategies utilizing the explanatory sequential mixed-method research design. A questionnaire and semi-structured interviews were employed to collect both qualitative and quantitative data. A hundred and fifty EFL students were invited for data collection about learners’ beliefs about their negative coping...

Among the previous global studies of EMI in higher education institutions (HEIs), policymakers have paid attention to EMI implementation to maximize internationalism outlooks and student mobility. They have recognized key challenges facing lecturers and students while pursuing non-English undergraduate programs at university despite the growth of EMI implementation (Dafouz & Smit, 2016; Macaro...

This presentation, grounded in critical pedagogy and communicative language teaching, explores two complementary classroom practices that develop students’ critical thinking, global awareness, and communication skills.
In the first part, participants will examine how analyzing authentic public speeches—such as Emma Watson’s UN address—can help students identify rhetorical techniques,...

The integration of educational technology in rural primary schools plays a crucial role in promoting self-learning among students. With limited access to educational resources due to socio-economic factors and qualified teachers, digital tools such as interactive learning apps, offline e-content, and radio or TV-based instruction offer students opportunities to explore and learn independently....

This study empirically investigates the current practices of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) teaching and its assessment at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (DAV). We ground this research in established needs analysis theories, notably the framework advanced by Munby (1978) focusing on the 'Communicative Needs Processor,' and the comprehensive distinction between target and learning needs...

The 21st century has become known as the era of AI, which significantly influences human lives across various sectors, including education. With Decision 131/QD-TTg from the Vietnam government in 2022, it is crucial for pedagogical students to develop strong digital skills for the demands of modern education. This research sheds light on the digital literacy of ELT students in the context of...

In the current 4.0 era, the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has created new opportunities in education, especially in English language learning. ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI and launched in late 2022, has become a prominent AI tool due to its diverse applications, particularly in supporting English writing. This study investigates the perceptions of third-year English-majored...

With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) and educational technology, a growing number of AI-powered applications have been developed to support English language learners in enhancing their speaking proficiency. Despite their widespread availability, the actual effectiveness of these tools remains underexplored. This study addresses this gap by investigating whether such...

In the context of comprehensive educational reform and increasingly deep international integration requirements, developing a team of English teachers who meet international standards has become an urgent task for the Vietnamese education system and the Army. This article analyses the need to improve the English proficiency and teaching methods of teachers in military schools according to...

In the process of changing the high school graduation exam in Vietnam, the challenge of mastering English is currently one of the most important issues for students. This paper proposes a set of strategic strategies to assist 12th-grade students at Nguyễn Duy Thì High School to get acquainted with the different question types in the 2025 English national exam. The initiative entails...

Learner autonomy has emerged as a critical competence in language education, particularly in the context of 21st-century skills and lifelong learning. While technology offers promising opportunities to promote self-directed learning, the extent to which non-English major students utilize digital tools to enhance their autonomy remains under-researched. This study examines how non-English major...

This proposal introduces a small project where some Grade 9 students in Vietnam tried using Twee and ChatGPT to help them study English. The aim was to see if these tools could make students more independent in their learning.
Students were shown how to use Twee for learning vocabulary and listening, while ChatGPT was used for practicing speaking and writing. There wasn’t much formal...

Managing EFL classrooms presents persistent challenges, particularly in under-resourced rural regions such as Mộc Lỵ High School in Sơn La Province, Vietnam. Specifically, delivering individualized attention and fostering active student engagement in classes of over 56 students is a frequent challenge for teachers. This presentation proposes the “learning teams” strategy, a structured...

This presentation reports on an innovative classroom project titled Improving Writing Accuracy, designed to foster student agency in a first-year Academic Writing course at a Vietnamese university. Instead of passively receiving teacher corrections, students engaged in a structured cycle of writing, self-analysis, and AI-assisted revision using ChatGPT. The project comprised weekly writing...

This case study explores the impact of the AI Magic School app on enhancing student autonomy in learning English at FPT High School. As AI becomes more integrated into high school education, interest grows in its role in supporting independent, self-regulated learning. The study examines how the app helps students manage their learning, set goals, seek feedback, and make academic decisions....

This presentation examines how contextualized learning can significantly enhance students' ability to retain vocabulary. Vocabulary acquisition is a cornerstone of language learning, yet traditional methods like rote memorization often fail to yield lasting results. Contextualized learning, which integrates new words into meaningful, relevant contexts such as sentences, stories, or real-life...

Recognizing the challenges of traditional vocabulary teaching, gamification has commonly been applied in EFL classes as a teaching method to enhance the students' engagement in learning English. This action research study explores how the use of the digital game Blooket in a specific EFL vocabulary classroom can boost high school students’ engagement which consists of behavioral, emotional,...

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This study explores multifaceted approaches to enhancing the well-being of individuals with disabilities through inclusive interventions. It identifies unique challenges faced by this population and emphasizes the necessity of tailored strategies addressing their physical, emotional, and social needs. Utilizing a qualitative methodology, the study draws on in-depth interviews with...

In Vietnam, traditional methods of English language teaching for young EFL learners—primarily based on grammar drills and vocabulary copying—remain widely practiced. However, the continued reliance on such approaches may hinder children's ability to communicate effectively and apply the language in real-life contexts. Feldman (2019) emphasizes that the primary school years, typically from ages...

In an increasingly interconnected and globalized world, English language educators must be prepared not only to teach language, but also to foster intercultural competence and global citizenship. This presentation explores how teacher training programs can equip educators with the digital tools, pedagogical strategies, and intercultural understanding necessary to facilitate cross-border and...

Artificial intelligence (AI) has brought about significant transformations in English Language Teaching (ELT), making AI literacy an essential skill for modern teachers. This study seeks to investigate pre-service English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers’ awareness of AI literacy’s role in ELT, their current level of AI literacy, and their development needs. The study adopted a...

This case study explores the role of breath control techniques as a supportive learning strategy for pharmaceutical students studying English for Specific Purposes. The research investigates how students apply breath regulation during their English learning process and examines its influence on key aspects such as concentration, anxiety reduction, pronunciation, and vocabulary retention....

Peer feedback is a common practice used within EFL teaching and learning context, but research regarding students' perception of this teaching approach in speaking skills is still underexplored. This study investigates learner perception of peer assessment in speaking activities at tertiary education, including their perspectives on assessing their peers and their criteria when giving feedback...

The graduation internship is widely recognized as a critical phase in preparing university students for their professional careers, offering practical knowledge and supervised experience before they enter the workforce. In light of the increasing attention to internships in higher education, this study explores the perceptions of final-year English Language majors regarding their internship...

Listening is widely acknowledged as a foundational component of language learning, contributing significantly to the development of overall language proficiency. To help learners strengthen their listening competence, various instructional approaches have been introduced, among which Extensive Listening has attracted increasing attention. Extensive Listening focuses on exposing learners to...

With the increasing importance of global issues, there is a growing concern about how education can effectively promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The purpose of this study is to investigate the integration of SDGs in Global Success 6 textbook by Hoang Van Van and how students engage with these goals in their English lessons. The study has three objectives: (1) to identify...

The rapid emergence and use of AI-assisted writing tools in education are reshaping EFL writing instructions, as students independently adopt these tools in almost every stage of writing, from brainstorming and drafting to feedback. This shift raises concerns about growing demands on teachers’ digital competence and professional identity. Acknowledging the need to examine teachers’...

This study investigates the influence of professional development (PD) activities on the teaching practices of English teachers at the upper secondary level in Vietnam. The research was conducted with a group of high school English teachers who participated in various PD forms, including workshops, online training, peer observations, and action research.
Using a mixed-methods approach, data...

With the bloom of AI across various aspects of life, especially when AI platforms are updated with multifunctions that are changing the way individuals work and learn. Aiming to better facilitate our learners with their new way of learning, we are three Vietnamese educators reflecting our teaching and exploring the potentials of AI applications in supporting feedback processes for English as a...

Many university students in Vietnam study English reading primarily to pass exams and often lack consistent reading practice. This study aims to explore how educational technology (EdTech) can support the development of reading skills in such exam-oriented learning environments.
A survey was conducted to students from three universities in Vietnam to examine their use of AI-powered tools such...

Exploring the Role of Online Homework Platforms in Enhancing Academic Outcomes among 10th-Grade Students
As educational technology becomes more embedded in classroom practices, online homework platforms are now widely used for assigning, managing, and assessing homework. However, optimizing these digital tools requires a sustainable implementation plan and an appropriate methodological...

In English for Tourism contexts, students often engage in cross-cultural interactions that reveal deeply held assumptions about other cultures. While intercultural competence is a key learning goal, little is known about how tourism students perceive cultural bias in themselves and others. This qualitative study explores the ways in which tourism undergraduates identify and interpret cultural...

Choosing a major is an important decision that shapes students' career paths and future opportunities. At Tay Nguyen University, the rising number of students opting for English Linguistics and English Pedagogy raises questions about the factors driving their choices. This study investigates the subjective and objective factors affecting first-year English-majored students' decisions and...

Scientific research plays an indispensable role not only in knowledge creation but also shaping professional identity and future career readiness, especially with university students (Bui & Tran, 2022). Given the importance of scientific research in higher education, it is crucial to encourage students in more research activities. Understanding the factors that influence students’ research...

This research was examines the factors influencing students' motivation to learn English, focusing on Year 1–3 students majoring in General English at the Faculty of Languages, Souphanouvong University. The objective of the study is to identify key motivational factors among these students during the 2023–2024 academic year. The target population consisted of 87 students, including 50 females,...

The present study investigates the use of formulaic sequences or chunks by fourth-year High-Quality English Studies students at Can Tho University, with a dual objective of identifying correct and incorrect usage in their written language. The study sample consisted of 30 EFL learners, all of whom were tasked with writing a paragraph to narrate their most memorable life experiences. To ensure...

This study focuses on organizing experiential activities through project-based learning (PBL) as innovative pedagogical strategies to create a practical English-speaking environment, thereby improving the quality of English language teaching in upper secondary schools. Instead of confining learning to textbooks, this approach provides students with opportunities to engage with the language...

To engage students in solving real-life problems through language, rather than solely focusing on grammar and vocabulary, English teachers can leverage many new and effective methods of teaching. In this study, students are required to work in groups to address social issues relevant to their lives, such as environmental pollution, relationships and bullying, proposing practical solutions....

This study investigates the role of creative and participatory methods in cultivating an engaging learning environment for young learners in English language classrooms, with a focus on role play activities. The research involved a group of primary school students in Vietnam and utilized a qualitative approach, combining observation and semi-structured interviews as data collection tools. The...

Purpose - This study aims to investigate effective strategies for fostering intercultural competence among English majors at Thu Dau Mot University (TDMU), where the current English curriculum primarily emphasizes linguistic proficiency, with limited focus on intercultural learning.
Methodology - A mixed-methods design was employed, involving 120 English majors and 12 educators at TDMU. Data...

This paper examines the role of motivation in language learning, focusing on the key factors that enhance learners’ learning engagement. Motivation is the internal or external stimuli that drives students’ learning and improvement. Critical factors that support motivation include competence, autonomy, and relatedness. When learners feel capable and motivated to learn, they have control over...

This study examines the influence of selected English-speaking applications on enhancing language proficiency among language learners. With the participation of 60 students, the research utilized a structured questionnaire with 20 items over a 10-week period. Additionally, an in-depth interview was conducted with five randomly selected participants to gain qualitative insights. The findings...

Even if a lesson plan is not essentially set in stone, it is still important for teachers to structure their lessons, visualize possible issues, and come up with solutions that might work (Jensen, 2001; Scrivener, 2011; Harmer, 2015; Harmer, 2017). It can also be thought of as an important framework of the lesson which teachers can use as a reminder even if they have to be flexible. Teachers...

Many kindergarten teachers in Vietnam face a common concern from parents: their children rarely speak English at home, hesitate when interacting with foreigners, and show limited language use in daily contexts. These issues often stem from classroom practices that teach vocabulary and sentence patterns in isolation, without meaningful real-life application. For example, teaching the question...

In many rural public schools, a high percentage of students lack foundational English skills, making it difficult for teachers to promote English as a second language. This non-profit initiative builds an inspiring Mentor–Tech community to close learning gaps and foster equitable, sustainable education. By connecting rural learners with dedicated mentors including teachers, university...

What if classroom rules and tools could spark learner agency? This presentation explores a combination of classroom management system in order to bolster motivation, engagement, and autonomy among young EFL learners aged 10 to 12.

By using BeeClass to reward positive behaviors, check attendance and platforms like Bamboozle and Wordwall to enhance interaction and reinforce practice through...

This study explores how traditional Confucian values influence the academic confidence of female students in Vietnamese language classrooms. Cultural expectations of modesty, obedience, and restraint—especially as expressed through “Công Dung Ngôn Hạnh” (Skillfulness, Gracefulness, Appropriate Speech, and Moral Conduct)—continue to shape students’ behaviors, self-expression, and participation...

This study investigates perceptions of pre-service teachers from a university in Central Vietnam about Global Englishes in the context of high school English teaching. As English increasingly serves as a global means of communication, the research examines how prospective educators respond to the tension between conventional native-speaker standards and more inclusive, communication-oriented...

English now operates predominantly as a global lingua franca, necessitating the adoption of Global Englishes Language Teaching (GELT) approach to align instruction with linguistic diversity and intercultural communication. This study (1) determines whether, and to what extent, preservice English teachers’ GELT perceptions change after participating in Global Englishes- Experiential Learning...

Professional and teaching skills support for teachers are always vital in the context of digital technology development. Improving supervision of teaching activities through professional learning communities in school is of great concern to educational authorities worldwide in general and particularly in Vietnam. This study investigates the understanding of teaching activities through...

Project-Based Language Learning remains an underexplored approach in ELT (Alan and Stroller, 2005). A project is defined as an extended task in which learners work together through a number of activities towards an agreed goal. The Gold Standard model outlines essential elements of Project-Based Learning, including sustained inquiry, student choice, and collaboration (PBLWorks, 2020). This...

Preparing for EFL writing tasks can be extremely challenging for learners with insufficient background knowledge or language skills. To improve their writing skills, EFL teachers must design various activities, of which the use of pictures throughout a pre-writing activity is efficient when useful vocabulary, idioms, and sentence structures are contextually provided and will be utilized for...

This study thoroughly examines the impact of AI-assisted applications, such as Grammarly, ChatGPT, and QuillBot, on the writing abilities of English majors at Thu Dau Mot University. Its primary aim is to assess how these technologies affect students' English writing accuracy, coherence, and fluency.
Utilizing a quantitative research framework, the study gathered data through questionnaires...

This descriptive study is an attempt to explore the perceptions and practices of EFL high school students in using PBL activities in their English textbook under the General Education 2018 curriculum. Both questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were employed to collect the quantitative and qualitative data for this study. A total of 160 EFL high school students in a province in the...

In the context of early childhood education placing increasing emphasis on introducing English to young children, it is vital to prepare pre-service teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to organize suitable language activities as well as future teaching work. Nevertheless, students are not majoring in English and come from remote mountainous areas so there are some challenges which...

Reading comprehension plays a critical role in language proficiency and high-stakes assessments in Vietnam. Under the 2018 General Education Curriculum, reading accounts for 100% of the English test in the 2025 National High School Graduation Examination. Despite its importance, many students struggle with complex texts requiring inference, cohesion recognition, main idea identification,...

The current situation of teaching and learning in recent years shows that the number of ethnic minority students, especially in their first year, at some universities or colleges in Nha Trang City often makes pronunciation mistakes in English. This is partly due to the influence of the mother tongue, partly because during school time, students rarely practice speaking English in the classroom...

The ongoing research examined the complex nature of collocations in the context of incidental vocabulary acquisition of challenging collocation forms to internalize in English. A total of 157 participants engaged in a series of five timed vocabulary assessments, which were administered sequentially via Google Forms. The percentage of correct responses was gathered and analyzed according to...

Parental involvement plays a crucial role in shaping children’s English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning experiences and outcomes, yet the factors influencing this involvement remain underexplored in certain educational contexts. This study explores the factors influencing parental involvement in their children’s EFL learning. Nine Vietnamese parents of children in Grades 4 and 5, enrolled...

The poster presentation visually explores the case study-based research on the OPEN Alumni, a community of practice (CoP) among alumni of the Online Profession for the English Network (OPEN) program in Vietnam. The research investigates the creation of the OPEN Alumni, characterized by the properties of domain, practice, and community (Wenger, 1998) and draws upon Wenger, McDermott, and...

As a primary school English teacher, I believe that early language education plays a crucial role in preparing students for sustainable development and global integration. Traditional methods—focused mainly on grammar and memorization—are no longer effective in helping young learners use English confidently in real-life situations.
In my classroom, I have implemented several student-centered...

This session reflects on how a postgraduate course on Second Language Acquisition (SLA) enabled teachers to conduct classroom studies that could bring SLA theory closer to classroom practice. Based on the perspective of instructed second language acquisition, two postgraduate classes were guided to collaboratively explore an aspect of second language acquisition that they wanted to impact....

In an increasingly globalized and digitally connected world, sustaining English language proficiency and fostering lifelong learning have become central goals in language education. However, many learners face significant challenges in maintaining and applying their language skills outside the classroom, particularly when instruction lacks continuity or long-term engagement strategies. This...

In the context of climate change emerging as an urgent global issue, there is a growing need to apply CLIL method into schools to raise clime change awareness and prompt necessary actions. This study aims to explore mountainous students' perceptions in Vietnam regarding the application of integrated English learning focused on climate change. Data was collected from the quantitative method...

Extensive Reading (ER) has received much attention because of its positive impacts on students' attitude. Besides, Quizizz App has been employed to create engaging games or lessons to reduce pressure of language learning. Therefore, it is worth carrying out a study to examining the effect of implementing extensive reading integrated with the Quizizz App on high school students’ affective...

This study explores the effectiveness of integrating peer assessment with artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance the writing performance of English major students in IELTS Writing Task 2. Employing a mixed-methods research design, the study involved pre- and post-tests, structured peer-assessment sessions, and AI-assisted feedback with the use of Grammarly as a research tool. The...

The purpose of the study was to present the implementation of SEL and Circle Wellbeing integrated in the 10-grade Global Success curriculum. Students from an English-majored class carried out theme-based activities as well as projects and benefited through inquiry as well as work collaboratively. The work revealed that SEL and Circle Wellbeing can be applied to raise
students’ awareness on...

The research aims to examine how International medical students develop Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC) within an English-Medium Instruction (EMI) medical program in Vietnam. Utilizing narrative interviews with twenty participants, this study adopts Byram’s five-component model of Intercultural Communicative Competence—which includes attitudes, knowledge, skills of interpreting...

In recent years, there has been growing attention to the role of self-regulated learning strategies and self-efficacy in enhancing English speaking skills within higher education, especially in language learning contexts where autonomous learning is increasingly emphasized. This study examines English-speaking self-regulated learning (ESSRL) strategies and their correlation with...

Microaggressions—subtle, often unintended comments or actions rooted in unconscious bias—can have long-term emotional and psychological effects on learners (Sue, 2007; Nadal, 2011). This presentation reports on a classroom project at a Japanese university where students explored their own experiences with microaggressions in educational and social contexts.

Students discussed instances...

This presentation is an attempt to review the development of the curriculum of ‘international-mindedness’ in International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools as well the impact which this curriculum has had on teachers in IB schools. The IB Organization identifies international-mindedness as one of four foundational elements of its unique curriculum. In this presentation, we will review the...

As first language (L1) transfer remains a significant factor in second language acquisition, this study investigates how first language (L1) transfer contributes to common grammatical errors among Vietnamese learners of English. It examines written and spoken data from lower-intermediate and intermediate learners based on foundational theories such as Contrastive Analysis (Lado, 1957) and...

The four pillars of learning—learn to know, learn to do, learn to be, and learn to live together—have become essential values in 21st-century education. This reflective narrative study explores how these pillars can be integrated into teaching practices to support the sustainable professional development of teachers. Sustainability here refers to teachers’ capacity to grow continuously, guided...

Learning English idioms is important because they improve English learning skills, help students communicate better, understand cultural differences, and express their ideas more naturally. Two methods of learning idioms discussed in our study are "etymological elaboration", which involves exploring the historical context of idioms, and "rote memorization", which entails repetition without...

This study investigates the relationship between language learning strategies and academic self-concept among a group of 522 secondary school students. Using the Strategy Inventory of Language Learning (SILL) and the Personal and Academic Self-Concept Inventory (PASCI), the study employed canonical correlation analysis to explore how different sub-dimensions of these constructs interact....

The mentoring of beginning teachers is a critical component of the induction of new teachers into the profesion (Thomas, 2000). Mentoring, according to Anderson (1988), is a nurturing process to help promote inexperienced teachers’ professional development and should be made a formal practice. Given the vital role of mentorship, beginning teachers at a faculty of English language teacher...

Educators working in remote, ethnically diverse communities face ongoing challenges in sustaining motivation and engagement in English language classrooms. This presentation explores evidence-based strategies to support ethnic minority learners in under-resourced contexts, emphasizing both inclusivity and learner-centered design.
Grounded in Self-Determination Theory (Deci & Ryan, 1985) and...

Educators working in remote, ethnically diverse communities face ongoing challenges in sustaining motivation and engagement in English language classrooms. This presentation explores evidence-based strategies to support ethnic minority learners in under-resourced contexts, emphasizing both inclusivity and learner-centered design.

Grounded in Self-Determination Theory (Deci & Ryan, 1985)...

Extensive reading (ER) is believed by many educators and researchers as an effective means in improving students’ performances. This action research aimed to examine the impacts of ER strategies on EFL students’ English reading and writing abilities. The study involved 35 university students in an English reading and writing class. The research was conducted through 3 cycles in 3 months. The...

This study explores the tensions experienced by Vietnamese teachers implementing Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), drawing on the Cultural-Historical Activity Theory (CHAT) as an analytical framework. Based on data collected through a mixed-methods design (survey n=201; interviews n=42), the research reveals contradictions in CLIL classrooms, particularly between government...

ChatGPT has been widely adopted in the academic field, offering numerous benefits and raising various concerns among educators and students. This study was conducted to investigate the attitudes and perceptions of English-majored students regarding using ChatGPT in literature review writing. The participants were 100 English-majored students at a university in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Data...

Teacher agency is widely recognized as a critical component in driving effective educational practices and reforms, especially in the digital era. While much attention has been given to academic qualifications and pedagogical knowledge, non-academic factors play an equally vital role in shaping teachers’ capacity to act purposefully and autonomously in the time of technological proliferation....

This paper proposes a new pedagogical model that positions nutrition as a gateway to sustainability education within English language classrooms. Framing the act of eating as both personal and political, the model empowers students to examine global systems of food production, consumption, and inequality while acquiring English language skills. Grounded in systems thinking, eco-literacy, and...

With the increasing use of personal smart devices among students in modern society, effectively leveraging technology to foster learner autonomy has become an urgent requirement for educators, especially English teachers. Kahoot, an educational application, has been utilized in teaching and learning in Yen Bai province for several years. In this action research project, the authors explored a...

Target 4.7. of Goal 4 of the Sustainable Development Goals raised by the United Nations (UN, n.d.) emphasizes the roles of education, one of which is to ensure the promotion of global citizenship.
Global citizenship, a concept that basically reflects interconnectedness and collective responsibility, has been attracting the attention of the public as well as the academic circles for some...

Quantitatively, the present study was carried out in a Vietnamese university to investigate perspectives on reading-while-listening strategy (RWL) among 680 nonEnglish-majored students. A questionnaire adapted from Billy (2010) was delivered to the selected samples for 2 weeks. SPSS (version 20) was run for descriptive statistics (mean score, standard deviation) to examine their perspectives...

Previous researchers have highlighted insufficient understanding of writing assessment among EFL teachers in different countries. In Vietnam, however, there remains an insignificant number of studies on this area, particularly those focusing on pre-service teachers. Even fewer have explored how Language Assessment courses within Second Language Teacher Education programs affect the development...

Artificial intelligence and digital technology make manually teaching English with learners’ competence-based approach much challenged for teachers in general, it is a possible way of combining communicative and non-communicative activities in the class in order to develop students’ language skills and competence and to meet their current needs in English learning. This study investigates the...

Professional identity development is a slow and complex process of self-negotiation and re-negotiation. While the latter parts of this process tend to be stable, the initial parts seem to be more fluctuating and less predictable. This understanding urges a qualitative study to explore how EFL teachers shifts their profession identity from the early-career stage to mid-career stage. Factors...

Motivation is a core element that help people succeed in a certain field. However, most of students lack inspiration to learn English now because they are only taught with pre-prepared and pre-determined textbooks whether they are their favorite topic or not . Instead of learning for passion or love, they learn English since it is a compulsory subject in curriculum. Therefore, their...

This study examines the use of text-to-speech (TTS) technology, specifically the ElevenLabs platform, to support learner autonomy in English language education. By converting written dialogues into natural-sounding speech, learners can engage in independent listening and pronunciation practice outside the classroom. Grounded in theories of learner autonomy and technology-enhanced language...

This study investigates how project-based learning (PBL) can enhance the autonomy among English-majored learners in Vietnamese higher education. There were 15 participants in the study, including 7 senior English majoring students taking British and American culture courses and 8 senior students who are majoring in English for tourism program. Data were collected through focus group...

The post-pandemic shift to digital education in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, has underscored the urgent need for comprehensive teacher training that goes beyond technological proficiency. This study explores the development and impact of integrated training programs that combine digital pedagogy, mental health literacy, and artificial intelligence (AI) tools for educators across universities and...

This paper suggests a collection of practical reflective tools for K-12 English teachers in Vietnam which is designed to be low-cost, easily integrated into professional development programs, and especially suitable for resource-constrained settings. The collection is grounded in Fleck’s (2012) four-levelled scale: descriptive, dialogic, transformative, and critical reflection, and responds to...

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The Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach, established prior to the influence of fast-growing Information and Communication Technology (ICT), requires a contemporary re-evaluation of its application in English language education. This study addresses the potential gap between traditional CLT principles and the realities of teaching in an increasingly digital era,...

The RISE Model, developed by Wray (2013), is a model for peer feedback and self-evaluation. This model is widely used in variety of subjects, universities, institutes all over the world. However, the application of this model in Vietnam is limited, especially in English teaching. Employing qualitative case as a research design, this study investigated the perception of EFL teachers in...

This paper explores innovative approaches in English Language Teaching (ELT) within the context of rapid global development and integration. As English continues to solidify its position as the international lingua franca, the demand for effective and adaptable pedagogical methods has become more pressing than ever. This study examines how technological advancements, evolving communication...

Effective summarising is a critical academic skill that directly influences students’ reading comprehension in their final exam. This subject aims to equip students with practical strategies and techniques to develop and strengthen their summarising abilities, particularly in preparation for the final exam. Strategies begin with explicitly teaching summarising techniques such as SWBST and the...

Preschoolers are naturally drawn to rhythm, melody, and repetition—elements that make songs and chants powerful tools for English language development. In Vietnam, where young learners may receive only limited exposure to English in the classroom, there is a strong need for engaging input that supports both language retention and spoken output.

This poster demonstrates a step-by-step...

Complex grammatical structures are key to expressing meaning, style, and aesthetic values of classical literary texts, yet they pose significant challenges for modern readers and language learners due to their rarity in everyday use. This study aims to examine how such structures—particularly subordinate clauses and inversions—function in a selected classical literary work. It also...

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Communication is a very important and necessary activity to train primary school students in the primary English teaching program. However, at the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year of Tan Hiep Primary School, my students still cannot use the classroom language fluently, the questions and answers in English in group discussion activities are not rich. Almost students are not...

This study investigates practical activities implemented in English lessons to foster and develop the responsibility quality among 11th-grade students at Phan Boi Chau High School. Rooted in the objectives of Vietnam’s 2018 General Education Programme, the research emphasizes the cultivation of core values—particularly responsibility—through real-life, task-based learning activities. Drawing...

In the era of globalization, effective English communication skills are essential for secondary school students. This study focuses on the implementation and impact of an English-speaking club at a lower secondary school, designed to improve students' speaking and listening competencies outside the traditional classroom setting. The club organizes biweekly sessions that incorporate diverse...

Many medical students in rural areas, especially where exposure to native English speakers is limited, often struggle with improving their speaking skills. Wright, Betteridge, and Buckby (2006) pointed out that language games can be used at all levels and in many different contexts to support communication. This study looked into whether using games like snake, taboo, show and tell, and...

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Task-based approach or task-based language teaching encourages language learners to use the target language to fulfill communicative tasks related to real-life activities. Although many studies have been done regarding effects of task-based approach on learners’ grammar performance, few studies have explored learners’ perceptions towards using task-based approach in teaching grammar....

This study investigates the relationship between Vietnamese university students’ self-assessment and their midterm test performance. By using a quantitative research design, data were collected from a sample of 110 non-English major students from 4 academic English classes at Van Lang University. A linear regression analysis was conducted to examine whether students’ self-assessment of their...

In the era of modern education when massive information is given and requires students to process and develop their expertise for their future, optimization of teaching approaches to enhance learning efficiency has become a critical issue. In the light, the “less is more” tendency has emerged in education, enabling students not only to actively absorb knowledge deeply but also to actively...

This paper presents a practical reflection on how provincial-level educational leadership can contribute to the sustainable implementation of English language programs, particularly in early childhood and general education. Drawing on the experience of Kien Giang Department of Education and Training, the report highlights strategies used to integrate national foreign language policies into...

Professional development through lesson study is a teacher training model that is widely applied around the world. This research was conducted to understand teachers' perceptions on professional development through lesson study to implement the general education program 2018 at lower secondary schools in Thai Nguyen city. 90 English teachers from 37 lower secondary schools in Thai Nguyen city...

Learning English as a second language is often difficult for learners who are learning in a language which is not their mother tongue. Speaking skills always played a pivotal role in learning foreign languages as they are essential in job employment. However, many students have difficulty in speaking even though they have studied for many years. Besides, the textbooks used by English teachers...

Critical thinking skills are 21st century skills needed in the classroom and in real life, and the development of skills among learners depends much on formative assessment practices employed by teachers. The study seeks to investigate teacher’s perception and their challenges towards using project-based learning in formative assessment to develop EFL learners’ high-order thinking skills. The...

This research explores how EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teachers working with adult learners perceive and apply the concept of charisma in their teaching. Although charisma is traditionally seen as an innate personality trait, it has recently been considered as a skill that can be developed to enhance learner engagement. The study will employ a grounded theory for data analysis from...

This presentation explores the real challenges of teaching English at a public high school in a coastal area of Phù Mỹ District, Bình Định Province. Most students here have very low English proficiency, especially those in the public semi-autonomous system, where learners often have limited academic ability and minimal access to quality language learning environments. Many students cannot...

TPRS (Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling) is a language teaching method based on storytelling and reading comprehension to develop the ability to use language naturally and fluently. This method was developed by Blaine Ray in the 1990s. Learn a foreign language the method Works in three steps. In step one, the teacher teaches the new vocabulary to the students how by using...

This paper reviews existing studies on the application of body gestures in language education in general and English language instruction in particular. It explores the pedagogical values of using body gestures in teaching pronunciation and demonstrates practical strategies for classroom application. Specifically, this paper presents a series of “head-to-hip” activities to improve students’...

Vocabulary knowledge plays a crucial role in learners’ ability to comprehend and use the target language effectively. However, a key concern in ELT is whether the vocabulary demands of instructional materials align with learners’ actual lexical competence. This study investigates the extent to which the vocabulary load of an integrated-skills EFL textbook aligns with the receptive vocabulary...

Learner autonomy is increasingly supported by advancements in educational technology. Digital tools empower students to set goals, access resources, and monitor progress independently, fostering self-directed learning. Platforms like Learning Management Systems (LMS), mobile apps, and AI-driven platforms provide personalized pathways, enabling learners to tailor their educational experiences...

Learner autonomy—the ability of individuals to take charge of their own learning—has become a central goal in modern education. Technology plays a transformative role in fostering this autonomy by providing tools that empower students to set goals, manage time, access resources, and reflect on their progress independently.
Personalized Learning Environments: Adaptive learning platforms,...

This presentation reports on an eight-week classroom-based intervention designed to improve IELTS Listening performance among 14 high school students in An Dương, a suburban district in Vietnam. Aligned with VietTESOL’s focus on practical, context-sensitive English teaching, the study explored how diagnostic assessment, targeted strategy instruction, and formative feedback can support learners...

The emergence of AI applications, advanced artificial intelligence chatbots that can generate closely human-like communication, has significantly impacted the English language teaching landscape in recent years. This has prompted various stakeholders, including teachers, students, and school leaders, to recognize the compulsory need to adapt to the new ways of learning, teaching, and managing...

Abstract: *Reflective microteaching has emerged as an effective approach in teacher education as it enables preservice EFL teachers to engage in authentic teaching contexts and practice essential instructional skills (Guney, 2008; El-Koumy, 2022). This study aims to identify the core teaching skills that final-year students in an ELT program developed through reflective microteaching...

Listening is seen as a challenging activity that involves both active and interactive actions, requiring listeners to have natural, passive, and internal procedures as well as mental processes. The improvement of learners' listening comprehension remains a critical and immediate concern in today’s foreign language teaching practices. Therefore, this study seeks to assess the effectiveness of...

An IELTS certificate serves as a gateway for many Vietnamese students seeking admission to international joint programs. However, limited vocabulary poses a significant challenge in the writing test, highlighting the need for an effective instructional strategy. This action research examined the impact of collaborative learning on vocabulary knowlege in writing, specifically focusing on...

The rationale of the study was to examine the effectiveness of using Google Form for assigning English grammar homework in high school students in Vietnam, where the predominant method of assigning homework is paper based. The study aimed to investigate the impact of Google Form on students’ academic performance and their perceptions towards the use of technology in practicing and revising...

The research aims to investigate the impacts of the Ladder Technique on improving students’ self-correction ability in writing class, and to discover the relationship between learners’ proficiency levels and self-correction abilities in their writing performance. Also, this research is to investigate the participants’ attitudes toward the use of the Ladder Technique in their writing course by...

English is widely spoken, and the demand for Business English is higher than ever. However, EFL Vietnamese business students found it hard to master the business English skills, especially the presentation subskills. With the integral use of technology to learn languages, this study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of the Yoodli Artificial Intelligence application for improving...

It is likely that IELTS essays pose significant challenges for Vietnamese candidates due to their complexity and the high damand of language manupulation. Consequently, improving IELTS essay writing has been a major concern for both teachers and learners of English language. Model essays, which are widely considered effective writing techniques in English language teaching, have a profound...

Among the four language skills, speaking is often regarded as the most essential yet most anxiety-provoking. In Vietnam, many high school EFL learners experienced moderate to high levels of speaking anxiety, highlighting a critical need for innovative teaching methods to mitigate the issue. Although drama techniques have gained recognition for their effectiveness in reducing language anxiety...

This paper explores the complex relationship between the global spread of English and the domestic language policy movement known as 'English-Only' in the United States. While English functions as a global lingua franca, its institutionalization as the sole official language within the U.S. poses contradictions in education, minority rights, and international identity. This paper argues that...

This study investigated the incorporation of ChatGPT into
English-Vietnamese translation process among Business English majors (BE) at National Economics University (NEU), with a focus on its
relevance in preparing for the global business landscape. In particular, the research examined how
the use of ChatGPT would impact the accuracy and efficiency of English-Vietnamese
translation....

Teacher change has been widely considered one of the key drivers of educational innovations. Transformation in teachers’ professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes is believed to enhance classroom practices and subsequently better students’ learning outcomes. Teacher professional development has been strongly encouraged in many contexts worldwide to facilitate teacher change. A robust body...

Vocabulary plays an important role in writing skill. Without essential language, students would not be able to express their meaning accurately and naturally. However, in writing lessons, despite having been instructed with single words, learners still struggle in producing them in their free writing compositions. To address this, this study employed a qualitative research design, incorporated...

This study explores the conceptual metaphors of love in the lyrics of Trịnh Công Sơn, one of Vietnam’s most influential songwriters, from a cognitive linguistic perspective. While Trịnh’s music has often been celebrated for its poetic and philosophical qualities, this research focuses specifically on the linguistic structures that reveal how love is conceptualized in Vietnamese through...

Language loss is an urgent concern in many multilingual countries, especially in Vietnam, where ethnic minority communities possess rich linguistic heritages. This study focuses on the E De ethnic group in Vietnam’s Central Highlands and investigates the current status of their native language among younger generations. Grounded in a sustainability lens, the research examines how language use...

This research explores the pragmatic features of press releases and their implications in enhancing translation skills through contextual understanding. With 3 years of teaching translation at Phenikaa University, the researcher found out that how to translate effectively and how to convey the intended message of press releases in English requires more than linguistic proficiency; it...

This research explored the impact of Chat GPT, an AI-powered language model, on improving the quality of terminology and grammar translation. The study utilized qualitative method with a survey questionnaire administered to 100 junior and senior Business English majors. Findings indicated that by integrating Chat GPT into the translation process, students would gain exposure to...

This study looked at the use of applications in second language writing to assess the type of applications that second language learners commonly use. It also compared the use of more traditional applications to newer ones that employ AI. To do this, a questionnaire that assessed students’ use of technology in writing was completed by learners studying in an English medium instruction...

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The purpose of the quantitative study was to determine the prevalence of variables related to information communication technology adoption and to find out whether there is any correlation among all the variables. Six research questions guided this study: (a) What are the EFL teachers’ attitudes and perceptions towards Information Communication Technology? (b) What is EFL teachers’...

It is widely conceptualized that interdependence of linguistic skills across languages develops both communicative competence and literacy proficiency. As both the lecturers and the students translanguage in the classroom, ‘translanguaging space’ is established. Based on the ethnography of language learners, this study, therefore, explores functions and effectiveness of learners’...

This study explores the attitudes and practices of EFL teachers in rural Vietnamese high schools towards translanguaging, a pedagogical approach integrating multiple languages to enhance comprehension and learning outcomes. By addressing a critical research gap, the study investigates how translanguaging is perceived and implemented in this context. Employing a mixed-methods design,...

This study investigates the translation strategies employed in rendering film titles between English and Vietnamese, focusing on both English-language films released in Vietnam and Vietnamese films distributed internationally. By analyzing a corpus of 50 English film titles and their Vietnamese translations, along with 50 Vietnamese film titles and their official English versions, the research...

This study explores the factors influencing the formation of career intentions among gifted high school students learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in Vietnam. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the research integrates both quantitative and qualitative data to provide a comprehensive understanding of students’ career decision-making processes. Survey responses were gathered from 215...

Foreign language anxiety remains a barrier to effective language learning, particularly in EFL contexts where English is often taught as a compulsory subject. This study amied to examine the level of English language anxiety among Vietnamese university students and identify its perceived causes, while also exploring whether years of English learning influence anxiety levels. A total of 172...

The advent of AI tools has transformed language learning and teaching in diverse perspectives. In the context of English for Academic Purposes (EAP), the material development has become more convenient for teachers with the assistance of AI-driven application, reducing the burden of traditional material preparation. This study aims to investigate how AI-generated materials foster reading...

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping the future of education, particularly in the field of English Language Teaching (ELT). This presentation explores how AI-powered technologies can be utilized to personalize learning experiences, address learners’ individual needs, and promote sustainable, self-directed language development in secondary schools.

The report...

USING AUDIO-VISUAL MATERIALS TO FACILITATE PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ENGLISH VOCABULARY RETENTION

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Any English as a foreign language (EFL) learner needs to master their vocabulary knowledge to use in different contexts. A good command of English vocabulary can contribute to a higher proficiency level. It is also critically necessary for Vietnamese primary school students, who have...

This study examines the development of intercultural competence among non-English majors in a pre-master course. It moves beyond traditional methods like lectures by introducing a cultural portfolio as an innovative assessment tool. While cultural portfolios have been used in various contexts, they are relatively new in Vietnam. Over six weeks in late 2024, the portfolio engaged students in...

This study explores the effectiveness of movie dubbing as a tool for enhancing pronunciation skills among first-year English students. Conducted over three months with 45 participants, the research utilised pre-tests and post-tests, along with questionnaires, to gather data on pronunciation improvements. The findings demonstrated a marked enhancement in students' pronunciation, with an average...

Pronunciation is a crucial component of spoken English and effective communication, influencing not only clarity but also fluency of learners. However, many students face challenges in mastering accurate pronunciation due to limited access to individualized practice and timely feedback. This study explores the use of Reading Progress in Microsoft Teams in supporting the learning of English...

English speaking skills are vital for young learners, yet many Grade 3 students at Ngoc Hoa Primary and Secondary School struggled with fluency, pronunciation, and confidence despite learning vocabulary and sentence patterns. These issues were further exacerbated by limited classroom time, lack of speaking practice, and low parental involvement. To address these challenges, this study applied...

Medical students in a remote province face numerous challenges and difficulties in improving their English competence. According to Wright, Betteridge, and Buckby (2006) "games can be found to give practice in all the skills, in all the stages of teaching and learning, and for many types of communication". Building on this insight, this study attempts to investigate whether the use of...

This presentation explores the use of student-created podcasts as a dynamic method to improve English language skills among high school students. While podcasts are widely available as listening resources, their use as a student production tool is still rarely applied in Vietnamese classrooms.
Over a six-week project with Grade 11 students, learners worked in small groups to script, record,...

The study "Using the Hamburger Model to enhance paragraph writing performance for 6th graders at a secondary school in Thai Nguyen" with the aim of investigate the current situation of paragraph writing performance of 6th graders students at the mentioned lower secondary school in TN City, identify the degree of improvement of paragraph writing performance of 6th graders in the lower...

In the context of a comprehensive digital transformation in education, integrating technology into teaching and learning is no longer a trend but a necessity. In English language education—a subject requiring continuous and multi-skill practice—using online learning platforms on mobile devices not only enhances flexibility and personalizes learning pathways but also creates an interactive and...

This mixed-methods study explores the impact of using authentic materials on students’ motivation in learning English reading. Authentic materials—such as online articles, advertisements, and news reports—offer real-world language exposure that may increase learners' interest and engagement. The research involved 30 EFL students who participated in a 6-week reading program incorporating...

The influence of technology on modern life is significant. To bridge the gap between current and future educational technologies, changes are necessary. Utilizing applications as teaching tools is an effective approach during the learning process.
The main goal of this research is to deliver an in-depth analysis of the "CAKE" application and its benefits for enhancing the speaking skills of...

This study investigates the effectiveness of TikTok, a short-form video platform, in enhancing English skills among Vietnamese university students learning EFL. Based on Microlearning Theory, the research explores how TikTok's engaging content supports language learning through observation, imitation, and repetitive exposure. A quantitative survey was conducted with 105 students from...

Production-oriented approach (POA) has been initiated in China and recently expanded to other countries. The approach is highlighted by the output-driven plus input-enabled hypotheses which reverse the order of the learning process to engage learners and activate their learning needs. This research aimed to explore EFL Vietnamese teachers’ perceptions towards the approach. Twelve teachers...

Despite the growing use of English in professional settings, little attention has been paid to the alignment between language instruction at postgraduate level and the learners’ workplace communication demands. To fill in void, this qualitative study explores the English language requirements of legal professions who have finished an English course as part of their higher education at Hanoi...

As education shifts toward preparing learners for the complexities of a rapidly changing world, 21st-century skills, such as the 4Cs, Digital Literacy, and Career and Life Skills, have become central to curriculum design across disciplines. Within this evolving landscape, Information Literacy (IL) - the ability to locate, evaluate, and apply information effectively - is increasingly seen as...

The rapid advancement of mobile technology has deeply influenced contemporary educational practices, particularly in the field of language learning. This study investigates the implementation and effectiveness of Mobile-Assisted English Learning (MAEL) among high school students in a public schools. The basic objective is to examine the extent to which mobile applications and digital tools...

This study examines how Vietnamese online news discursively construct the identities of male kindergarten teachers working in a traditionally feminized profession. Analyzing 47 articles published between 2020 and 2025, the research employs a Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) approach to identify recurring strategies used to frame male educators as morally exemplary, emotionally competent, and...