ABSTRACT
Without a doubt, music is a necessity. Since the early years of mankind up to now, it is impossible to deny that music has contributed significantly to human life especially love songs. The paper aims to analyze the conceptual metaphor of love in English and Vietnamese 20th century songs and to find out the similarities and differences between conceptual metaphors of love in English...
This study explores the impact of the flipped classroom model on teaching "Phonetics and Phonology" course to second-year English majors at Vinh University. The research investigates whether this instructional approach can enhance learners' autonomy, improve interaction during class meetings, and boost performance in quizzes. Using both qualitative and quantitative methods, the study involved...
This literature review examines the complex interrelation between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and their combined influence on students' performance outcomes. Initiating from a wide range of educational psychology research, the review explores how these two types of motivation interact to shape students' attitudes, engagement, and overall academic performance. Intrinsic motivation,...
This paper is concerned with the joy of teaching from different perspectives of five EFL in-service teachers in Vietnam and the ways they use to maintain it. Guiding questions that support my inquiry in this paper are the following: What is joy of teaching according to EFL in-service teachers? In what ways do they maintain the joy of teaching? The joy of teaching is subjective and reflects...
As Artificial intelligence (AI) has increasingly permeated language education, its impacts on teacher professional development has become a critical area of inquiry. Although the integration of AI has transformed the instructional methods of language educators, this integration presents both challenges and opportunities that need navigating. This study aims to explore the potential benefits...
Flipped Classroom has been applied in education worldwide and found effective for teaching and learning of various subjects. This research attempted to investigate some opportunities and difficulties when applying this teaching method in EFL classrooms at high schools in Nghe An province. During teaching and learning process, classroom activities were designed in order to engage students’...
Agentic engagement is an important construct in the classroom as it is associated with improved learning performance, academic achievement, and motivation. It is also argued that learners’ active and agentic engagement in classroom activities is at the heart of successful learning processes. However, recent empirical research has paid limited attention to the concept of agentic engagement....
The study aimed to investigate how English majored students perceived the project-based translation course which was introduced for the first time at foreign languages department, Vinh university. A questionnaire was delivered online to students to elicit information on how they evaluate the course structure and content, learning outcomes and skills development, group work and collaboration....
This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of using Blended learning to improve non-majored students’ listening skills. The technique was applied in an experimental group of 35 students while a controlled group of 41 students was taught without it. A pre-test and a post-test were distributed at the beginning and at the end of the semester to measure all the students listening...
Abstract: Previous studies have attempted to examine pronunciation difficulties encountered by EFL learners. However, little research has focused on the difficulties commonly encountered by university students. This paper set out to explore frequently occurring problems that university EFL may have in English pronunciation learning. The paper also explored the causes of these difficulties. A...
Nowadays, writing has required much greater depth and breadth and it is time for teachers to study a new teaching method to motivate students in writing classes. Process writing, a form of writing that instructs the reader on completing a specific task through clear, logical steps, has become the main theme in several researches to support student’s writing ability. This paper examines the...
Background: Extensive reading involves learners reading texts for enjoyment and to develop reading skills. This case study aimed to enhance EFL students' reading skill through Extensive reading activities over four weeks. It involved five students in English pedagogy from Foreign Language Department. The data were collected from Ielts reading test, students' diaries and extensive reading...
This study explores the impact of argument mapping on enhancing reading comprehension among English-majored tertiary students, with a focus on argumentative texts. The research involved 125 students over a 10-week period, utilizing the "Skillful 2 Reading and Writing" coursebook as the primary instructional material. Argument mapping, which visually represents the structure of arguments, was...
Krashen, in his work in the 1980s, emphasized the significance of positive attitudes in language acquisition, suggesting that learners with a positive attitude towards the learning process are more likely to succeed in mastering a foreign language. Clapham (1996) highlighted the role of assessment in shaping learners’ attitudes towards language learning, indicating that well-designed...
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, blended learning has become more popular. This mode of learning has been proven effective (Lou et al., 2013; Majeed & Dar, 2022). This study aims to investigate EFL first year students’ perceptions toward blended learning for speaking skill practice. In the experiment, the technique was applied to the experimental group with 47 students. A pre-test and a post-test...
Abstract: Translation is a complex process that involves transforming an original text from one language into another, ensuring the result is coherent and meaningful. This study examines the use of cohesive devices in Vietnamese-to-English translations performed by 4th year English-majored students at a university in Vietnam. In the first place, the paper introduces the theoretical framework...
By drawing on Conceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT), by Lakoff and Johnson, the review synthesizes findings from diverse studies that examine how metaphors are use in tourism. This literature review investigates the use of conceptual metaphors in shaping tourism discourse and enhancing the tourist experience, drawing on key studies within the field. The synthesis reveals a multifaceted...
This study examines the effects of reading English comics on language skills, focusing on pragmatic knowledge and word choice in speaking tests. Research questions addressed whether reading English comics improves pragmatic knowledge and enhances word choice. Employing both qualitative and quantitative methods, the study involved 130 pre-intermediate students aged 13-15 from Pogo English...
Recent studies have focused on multimodality to enhance the understanding and application of foreign language teaching materials. This approach underscores the importance of exposing foreign language learners to multimodal texts as they acquire the target language. The present paper reports initial findings from an investigation into English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners' perceptions of...
The realm of higher education is actively embracing a variety of educational innovations and professional development programs to enhance teachers' expertise. The notion of teacher change, as enhanced by teacher professional development, is gaining traction globally, signifying a collective aspiration to advance educational reform through targeted teacher growth. Given the encouraging policies...
ELT teachers’ professional development is a topic that garners significant attention in the academic world. In order to provide teachers with appropriate support for their development, it is of immense importance to be able to get insights into problems that they are facing. Online communities of practices have been growing in popularity as places where professionals of similar interests can...
The flipped classroom method was applied as an innovative teaching tool and creative approach within English for Specific Purposes classes at Foreign Trade University – HCMC Campus to enhance learners’ motivation and improve the teaching and learning process. The survey questionnaire was built to collect data in a structured manner, focusing on the study’s quantitative and qualitative...
This action research aimed to explore the effectiveness of an interactive listening process, integrating both top-down and bottom-up strategies, to improve the listening skills of second-year English-majored students at Vinh University. The top-down approach emphasized students' ability to utilize background knowledge and contextual cues, while the bottom-up process focused on recognizing...
In the process of teaching English to sophomores at Vinh University, many students are still in the confusion of pronouncing English minimal pairs and as a result, mispronunciation occurs. With the aim at promoting student’s English pronunciation, the study was conducted. 107 English-majored students participated in the study. This is qualitative research whose data were collected through...
This study investigates the effects of extensive reading on EFL university students’ language proficiency development. An extensive program was integrated in the usual English programs at two universities in Central Vietnam. The participants were twelve groups of students following the programs. Six of these groups were randomly assigned to be the control groups and the other six as the...
There is growing concern regarding the high lexical demands imposed by high-stakes English exams on high school students in Vietnam. This study seeks to critically analyze the English graduation exam papers from 2021 to 2023, with a focus on their lexical content. Using the Compleat Lexical Tutor corpus tool, the lexical profiles of these exams are meticulously examined, revealing the...
Extracurricular activities contribute to developing well-rounded students with adequate knowledge and skills. For the English module, extracurricular activities are one of the measures that contribute to increasing practicality and creating a favorable environment for students to improve their English learning. The study explores Youth Union leader's and students' perceptions and...
The flipped classroom has increasingly become popular in education due to its potential to enhance student learning autonomy while maximizing classroom time for practical activities. This report presents the study of students’ perspectives on the effectiveness of the flipped classroom model applied to an Interpreting course at Vinh University. Surveys and classroom observations were used to...
Organizing group presentations in class for students is a commonly-used teaching method, particularly in higher educational context to engage graduates in an active and hands-on way of absorbing abstract pragmatic knowledge in the pragmatics course. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the alignment and discrepancies between learners' and teachers' perspectives on group presentations in...
Previous studies have attempted to investigate the effectiveness of self-recordings for individual speaking performance. However, little research has focused on the efficacy of this technique when used in group work activities. In this study, self-recording activities were assigned to a group of 45 non-English majors at a university in Vietnam. The control group, consisting of 48 students,...
Group writing, as a collaborative learning strategy, has shown potential in fostering student motivation and enhancing their writing skills. However, within the context of English language teaching in Vietnam, little research has focused on the use of this strategy with EFL university students. The primary objective of this study is to assess the effectiveness of group writing in improving...
Abstract
This research aims to provide empirical evidence on the impact of the freewriting approach on EFL students’ writing ability. The study involved 95 freshmen at Vinh University, who were enrolled in the standard English program. One class was randomly selected as the control group, while the experimental group practiced freewriting regularly over a specified period. Data were collected...
Implementation of PBL model in academic English language courses: a case study at a university in Vietnam
Author: Minh Vo Thi Hong
Abstract
Project-Based Learning is one of the most effective methods in Communicative Language Approach. It has been adopted in academic English language courses by the end of which students’ results are assessed through projects they are required to...
Many researchers have confirmed the profound impact of extensive reading on students' English language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing). Therefore, extensive reading and translation competence are supposed to be interrelated. Our paper aimed to investigate the influence of extensive reading on English-Vietnamese translation skills among English-majored students at Vinh...
With the globalization, cultural competence plays a crucial part alongside language proficiency; therefore, the integration of cultural elements in the EFL classrooms has become important. Previous studies have attempted to examine the importance of culture and ways to integrate it into the teaching procedure. However, little research has focused on how university non-English majored students...
In today's globalized world, the importance of English teaching has escalated significantly. Embracing the mantra of "learning to know, learning to do, learning to live together, and learning to be," the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training has incorporated cultural education into English curricula for students across various levels, especially those in universities. Nonetheless, an...
This paper explores the integration of intercultural communication (ICC) principles into English language teaching (ELT) to address stereotypes, with a focus on gender roles in household chores. Classroom stereotypes can limit students' cultural understanding and critical thinking. To counter this, the study uses a mixed-method approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data to design...
Technological development and the effects of multimedia and virtual spaces on learners’ lives make educational institutions and educators explore new tools and strategies to learn the target language. Podcasts provide content available on the Internet and can become an influential teaching strategy that may enhance the teaching–learning process of EFL. This study aims to investigate the effect...
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...
Project-Based Learning (PBL) is a teaching approach that encourages learning by actively engaging students in real-world, personally meaningful projects. The inclusion of project sections in most English textbooks approved by the Ministry of Education and Training in Vietnam is clear evidence of the application of PBL. However, not all teachers are fully prepared to plan and conduct...
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is ushering in a new era of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) education, with a particular emphasis on transforming self-assessment practices within the flipped classroom model. This mixed-methods research delves into the perceptions of 36 second-year EFL students at Vinh University, Vietnam, regarding the utilization of Quizizz AI as a...
The research community in Vietnam has recently been unsettled by scandals related to the lack of research integrity among certain individuals, which have sparked a renewed emphasis on this crucial topic. This interactive workshop offers a thorough exploration of research integrity, concentrating on the fundamental principles and practices of conducting research responsibly and ethically....
The advent of machine translation (MT) and generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has posed significant challenges for English for Academic Purposes (EAP) instruction given its ability to instantly produce text in an academic register across any genre or discipline through a simple natural language prompt. Studies have already shown that GenAI use is difficult to automatically detect...
Teacher Professional Identity and Professional Learning: A Self-Narrative
Abstract
The exploration of how Vietnamese EFL teachers engage in professional learning and the factors that drive their learning remains an under-researched area. In this presentation, I share my personal narrative as a high school EFL teacher navigating the complexities of teaching in a rural Vietnamese setting. My...
This study investigates the effectiveness of the 5-E Model in enhancing listening skills among non-English major students at Vinh University. The 5-E Model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate) was used to teach listening skills in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context. A mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data, was employed to assess the impact...
In the digital revolution, one of the enormous challenges educators and teachers have confronted is the integration of technology into English classrooms to make use of its great potential. Educators and teachers must facilitate students' engagement with the global English language culture by offering ample opportunities for language interaction via technological means. In today's context of...
Artificial Intelligence in foreign language teaching has revolutionized traditional pedagogical methods. This study examines the efficiency of AI tools by comparing pre-test and post-test scores of the third-year students of the Foreign Language Department of Vinh University utilizing these technologies. Participants included 80 students divided into two groups: the first used AI-enhanced...
Teaching practicum is one of the most significant components of teacher education programs providing pre-service EFL teachers with valuable experience and insights into teaching in a real-life context. For pre-service teachers, professional development during the practicum phase is particularly crucial since it offers immediate feedback and opportunities for reflection. By integrating...
Extensive reading has been recognized as an alternative method to develop reading fluency. However, within the context of English language teaching in Vietnam, there has not been much research that examines the benefits of this method for university students. This study aims to explore the effects of extensive reading on EFL university students’ reading comprehension and reading rate. The data...
Extensive reading (ER) has been proved effective for EFL reading fluency development (Waring, 2006; Nation & Tran, 2002; 2014; Day, 2015). While previous studies have tried to investigate the impact of ER on reading speed and comprehension (Tran, 2012; Nation & Tran, 2014) and vocabulary knowledge (Ateek, 2021), little research has examined its impact on English proficiency. This research...
This case study explores the impact of extrinsic motivation on the task engagement of non-English majored university students in Vietnam. With a focus on how external rewards—such as grades, recognition, and tangible incentives—influence student behavior, the research aims to understand the extent to which these factors drive student participation and completion of academic tasks in the...
Flipped learning has been on the rise as a necessity for many educators in recent years, including ESL/EFL teachers. Most of the research has addressed how students perceive this method of teaching in general, however, EFL students have not been explored as much as they should have been in light of its importance. This study aims to investigate EFL undergraduates' experiences and perceptions...
The organization of Theme and Rheme in texts has received considerable attention in recent years since it serves as an index to the text quality (Fries, 1981; Martin, 1992; and Saeed, Karim & Mughal, 2021). This research explores the insights concerning the relationship between Theme – Rheme structure derived from the theory of Systemic Functional Grammar (Halliday, 1985; Bloor & Bloor, 1992;...
People’s Police College II (PPC II) is one of the training facilities with the mission of training highly qualified human resources to meet the mission requirements of the police force in the new situation. That is why administrators and teachers at PPC II are always interested in improving the quality of English teaching and learning for students. In the current period, the English teaching...
In recent years, the studies on the use of multimedia in teaching English to help motivate learners’ participation and cooperation in learning foreign languages have been popular among educational researchers in the world and Viet Nam. However, whether these innovative activities really enhance students’ competence in communication in the central of Vietnam like in Vinh city has not been fully...
Scenario-based assessment (SBA) has been recently favorably employed for its multiple merits. SBA approach is claimed to offer a more purposeful, realistic, authentic, and culturally-sensitive assessment context, which also helps to enhance assessees’ contextualized problem-solving skills and integrated language skills (Prasetyo, 2021, Kunna et al, 2022). Numerous studies have addressed the...
The study attempted to examine efects of vocabulary pre-teaching strategy on reading comprehension skills for English major students. Both qualitative and quantittive research methodology were utilized in this study. The data was collected through the reading profiency pretest and posttest, questionnaires, and interviews. The participants of the research who were divided into two groups, the...
Language learning achievement depends on student engagement, which is at the center of attention today. Increasing engagement for students in EFL classrooms is essential because it will create excitement for learners who do not find passion in learning a foreign language. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of using Quizizz in EFL Classrooms for Freshmen. Over a 12-week period,...
Video games have been used as a learning tool for years, and researchers have been interested in how this medium can help with language learning. Several studied have investigated the effects of video games on learners’ language acquisition, most of which reported positive and promising results. However, the use of video games in a language teaching context in Vietnam has been...
Accurately assessing students’ writing competencies has become more challenging, particularly in English language university courses, due to the prevalence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) platforms. Traditional writing assessment methods often fail to judge fairly the nuanced understanding required in language learning, especially now when students can utilize AI tools specially designed to...
Phan Thi Anh Nga1*
1HCMC University of Foreign Languages - Information Technology, Vietnam
Corresponding author’s email: ngapta@huflit.edu.vn
ABSTRACT
Teacher E-portfolios are vital tools for capturing the multifaceted nature of teaching, enabling educators to document and reflect on their professional journey (Johnson, 2022). Teaching is widely acknowledged as a complex process that...
This paper discusses the difficulties and solutions perceived by English-majored students when it comes to developing their speaking skills. To uncover and analyze these problems, one hundred fifty-seven students and five English lecturers at Vinh University participated in this study by completing the questionnaire and doing follow-up interviews to specify the findings. The findings indicate...
Recognizing the correct stress on words and pronouncing the words with correct word stress is very important in learning a language as well as in testing. From the context of my high school where stress recognition and production among students were not as accurate as expected, especially the presence of some word stress recognition test items in the national high school examination. With the...
