Shadowing Practice: Breakthrough in English teaching and training | Vietnam Today - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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We move on with another government's initiative,
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this time to realize Politburo's Resolution 71 on breakthrough developments in education and training.
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Yes, and it is an action program aims at enhancing the quality of human resources
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and aligning them with the demands of future national development.
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As one of the eight strategic tasks outlined,
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it is to progressively establish English as the second language in school across the country.
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To gain more insight into this recent development,
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our reporter Ngọc Trâm spoke with Dr. Đỗ Tân Minh,
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chairman of the University Council,
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University of Languages and International Studies.
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What are the best strategies for creating a supportive ESL environment on campus and in the community as a whole?
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So how can you encourage people to use English naturally, continually?
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So that is the key thing.
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So people should feel the need to use English,
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not only in their teaching,
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learning, but also in their school life.
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So we try to encourage students to do their subjects,
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projects, other activities outside the classroom in English.
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And they feel the need to do that step by step.
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We don't need to use English all the time.
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everything in English, no, but English should be integrated step by step.
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And I wonder how can we evaluate the success of these strategies beyond traditional test scores?
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How they are successful in communication,
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how they do their project,
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project, how they talk to each other in English,
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how they feel more confident,
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more natural in using English in their school life.
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I think that is the way English should be evaluated,
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not only the test scores.
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Thank you so much.
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What we just heard is possibly the roadmap on how to incorporate English as a second language in school nationwide
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and it looks to be entirely attainable.
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In reality, pioneering efforts have been made to apply innovative
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and modern methods to facilitate the broader replication of the English teaching and learning model.
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For a clearer understanding, let's check the following report.
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Greetings, teachers and students.
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Today, we are going to talk about Manchester.
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This is a scene from a technology class in a middle school in Hanoi,
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demonstrating English integration into the curriculum.
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The student is presenting in English about her group's self-built Lego house model.
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This is one of many innovative
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and entertaining learning activities created to assist students in efficiently using English in both academic and everyday settings.
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In this kind of class learning English is not too difficult
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but I think for some students it will be difficult to learn entirely in English
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because their mother's tongue is not English, it's Vietnamese.
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So the nice thing about literature for gifted students is
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that it actually challenges them in the richness of the material and the uniqueness and creativity that actually comes from it.
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So they're able to look at this information,
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analyze it and then actually give feedback on it and develop more skills around that.
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To truly establish English as the second language in schools,
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improving skills and updating knowledge for teachers is a core factor.
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The first important thing is to be the teacher's qualities.
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The teacher should be ready for teaching the subjects in English,
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so he or she needs to have the English proficiency and also the teaching methodology.
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So the second thing would be something in the methodology and the way that we approach,
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which we call CLIL, which is Content and Learning Integrated Learning.
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So I think in order to approach this one and to do it effectively,
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the teachers have to approach it step by step.
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The Ministry of Education and Training is developing the draft national project,
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gradually making English the second language in schools from now to 2035.
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By 2030, Vietnamese education aims to reach the advanced level in Asia and attain the advanced level in the world by 2045.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will focus on enhancing their English speaking skills through innovative practices inspired by recent developments in English language education in Vietnam. The approach emphasizes integrating English into everyday life, making it a natural part of both academic and social interactions. By exploring strategies to encourage the use of English continuously, students will learn how to communicate more effectively and confidently. This lesson will serve as a practical guide for those engaging in IELTS speaking practice and offers unique insights into using the shadowing technique to mimic fluent speech patterns.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Breakthrough developments - Significant advancements in education and training.
  • English as a second language - The process of learning English for non-native speakers.
  • Integration - Incorporating English gradually into daily activities.
  • Communication success - The ability to connect effectively using English.
  • Supportive ESL environment - A learning atmosphere that promotes the use of English.
  • Confidence in speaking - Feeling assured while communicating in English.
  • Natural usage - Using English fluently and comfortably in conversation.

Practice Tips

To effectively practice your English speaking skills, consider utilizing the shadowing technique with the speed and tone of this video. Here are some specific tips:

  • Listen Carefully: Pay attention to how the speakers articulate their words and phrases, especially focusing on their intonation and rhythm.
  • Start Slow: If the pace feels too fast, play the video at a slower speed to ensure you grasp the pronunciation and flow.
  • Mimic Repeatedly: Repeat phrases after the speakers, trying to match their tone and emotion. This will enhance your natural speaking style.
  • Practice in Context: Use the vocabulary and themes discussed in the lesson to create your own sentences, engaging in English speaking practice outside of formal studies.
  • Utilize a Shadowing App: Consider tools that allow you to record and play back your speech, helping you to fine-tune your pronunciation and speech patterns.

By incorporating these strategies into your study routine, you can significantly improve your fluency and confidence, making English a vital part of your everyday life.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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