Shadowing Practice: Ho Chi Minh City plans to introduce STEM from primary school | Vietnam Today - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Now from this school year,
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Houteming City plans to introduce STEM education at the primary level,
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integrating science, technology, engineering and mathematics to help people apply what they learn to real life.
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The approach aims to give children early exposure to science innovation and digital transformation.
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Through exploring, assembling and operating hydraulic crane models,
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lessons on the principles of fluid pressure become clearer and more visual.
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Students learn how a cylinder converts hydraulic energy into linear motion.
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It's interesting to make.
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It involves advanced techniques I haven't discovered before,
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so I really enjoy it.
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Although a regular annual school activity,
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this is the first time Lin Tianhuang Primary School has collaborated with local universities to organize a STEM experience day.
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Activities are arranged in stations tailored to each grade's ability,
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with even first grade pupils taking part.
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University students also provide technical support,
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guide the students in operating the models,
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and help inspire their interest and dreams in science from an early age.
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The program helps develop scientific thinking and STEM competences early on,
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in line with Ho Chi Minh City's education reform and Resolution 71 on developing science and technology human resources,
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innovation and digital transformation.
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We want our students to access STEM early as the first step towards engaging with science and technology.
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These early interests may shape future scientists.
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When children develop a love for science at the right time,
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building a workforce skilled in science and technology becomes a realistic goal,
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not a distant one.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English listening and speaking skills by engaging with a YouTube video discussing the introduction of STEM education in Ho Chi Minh City schools. You will learn how this educational reform aims to integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics into the primary curriculum, providing students with hands-on experiences. Through this video, you will not only enhance your vocabulary but also gain insights into innovative teaching methods that inspire a love for science among young learners. By watching and practicing with this lesson, you will become more confident in your ability to discuss educational topics in English, which is beneficial for your IELTS speaking practice.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • STEM education - An educational approach that integrates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
  • Digital transformation - The integration of digital technology into all areas of a business or education.
  • Fluid pressure - The pressure exerted by a fluid at rest, important in understanding hydraulic systems.
  • Hydraulic energy - Energy generated through the movement of fluids, often used in engineering applications.
  • Scientific thinking - A way of thinking that emphasizes inquiry and critical analysis.
  • Model assembly - The process of putting together parts to create a working model, important for practical learning.
  • Collaboration - Working together with others to achieve a common goal, essential in educational environments.

Practice Tips

To make the most of your English speaking practice, use the shadowing technique with this video. Start by playing the video at a slower speed if needed, so you can clearly hear each word and phrase. Pause after each sentence, repeat what you hear, and try to mimic the speaker’s intonation and rhythm. The video features a conversational tone that is engaging, making it perfect for practicing your own speaking skills. As you shadow, focus on the pronunciation of key vocabulary words like STEM education and scientific thinking. This targeted practice will not only help you articulate your thoughts better during your IELTS speaking practice but will also allow you to learn English with YouTube in a more effective way. By consistently using this method, you will enhance your fluency and confidence in discussing complex topics such as educational advancements and science.

Wat is de Shadowing-techniek?

Shadowing is een wetenschappelijk onderbouwde taalleermethode die oorspronkelijk is ontwikkeld voor professionele tolkentraining en gepopulariseerd door polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. De methode is eenvoudig maar krachtig: je luistert naar native Engelse audio en herhaalt het onmiddellijk hardop — als een schaduw die de spreker volgt met slechts 1–2 seconden vertraging. In tegenstelling tot passief luisteren of grammaticadrills, dwingt shadowing je hersenen en mondspieren om echte spraakpatronen tegelijkertijd te verwerken en te reproduceren. Onderzoek toont aan dat het de uitspraaknauwkeurigheid, intonatie, ritme, verbonden spraak, luisterbegrip en spreekvaardigheid aanzienlijk verbetert — waardoor het een van de meest effectieve methoden is voor IELTS Speaking-voorbereiding en echte Engelse communicatie.