1. I feel excited to know that by the end of this course I will be able to develop a teaching portfolio. This is practical because it allows me to keep track of my growth and evidence of my development as a teacher.

2. I am interested in the idea of peer observation that we will practice later. The course outcome shows that we will observe each other and give feedback, which I think will help me improve both my teaching and my reflective skills.

3. I also learnt about the idea of “outsourcing your thinking” to AI. This makes me both excited and cautious, because while AI can help teachers save time and broaden perspectives, it may also become a problem if we rely on it too much instead of developing our own critical thinking.

1 thing that I find challenging:

• From the outcomes, I think self-reflection will be challenging for me. It is not easy to analyze my own strengths and weaknesses critically and honestly.

1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more:

• I want to explore more about ELT Journal and similar professional publications. I am curious about how to access them, what kinds of articles are most useful for beginning teachers, and how we can apply the knowledge from these journals into our own teaching practice.

+) Course guide

+) Foreign language – second language – international language

+) Teaching journal

1 thing I find challenging:

+) How to write an effective and successful journal

1 thing I want to know more:

+) The journal “ ELT journal’’

• Interesting terms and new concepts in ELT

• The importance of self-development as an English teacher

• Meaningful sharing from Ms. Cao Phuong

  Thing that I found challenging:

• How to self-develop effectively

  Thing that I want to know more:

• I want to know more about Reflective Journal and effective ways to do the Assessment.

  
  

1. The Power of Reflective Practice:

2. Cultural Awareness in Teaching:

3. Using Journals as a Professional Development Tool:

   - 1 Thing I Find Challenging

   • Adapting Instructions for Diverse Learners:
     Sometimes I assume that students understand my instructions the way I intend them, but cultural or linguistic differences can lead to misunderstanding.

     - 1 Thing I Want to Discuss and Explore More

     • How to Create a Safe, Collaborative Classroom Environment Across Cultures:
       I would love to hear from the lecturer and classmates about how they encourage open, constructive feedback in culturally diverse classrooms

II. 1 Thing I Find Challenging

• Finding Time and Maintaining Commitment: finding time in a busy teaching schedule is difficult.
  

III. 1 Thing I Want to Discuss and Explore More

• Building a Supportive and Nonjudgmental Environment: what practical steps can be taken to foster trust and create this safe environment? The text mentions choosing a colleague you respect and trust for peer coaching, but how do I build that trust from the start, especially when working with new colleagues or in a group setting?
  

1. I learned that professional development is about daily practices like peer observation, journaling, and creating portfolios. This makes me see development as a continuous process.

2. I feel excited to learn that this course will help me build habits of self-reflection. I sometimes forget to pause and think about what I can do better, so this will be very useful.

3. I also learnt about teaching portfolios. The idea of collecting evidence of my growth as a teacher is new to me, and I’m curious to try it.

1 thing I find challenging:
I think developing a teaching portfolio might be challenging at first because I am not sure how to organize it and what evidence to include.

1 thing I want to discuss more:
I would like to learn more about how to develop a teaching portfolio effectively

3. 1 thing I want to discuss more:

   • I want to discuss and explore more about using teaching portfolios.

• Peer observation - the importance of feedbacks in teaching and learning

• Experiencing professional development and writing a reflection

• Having a chance to participate in a community of practice for English teachers

  
  

1 thing that I find challenging: how to self-assess your needs for professional development in line with my career goals in English language teaching.

1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more: teaching portfolio, reflective journal - a step-by-step guide

- Outsourcing Thinking to AI in Professional Development

The concept of using AI tools to support professional reflection and decision-making is gaining traction, especially in contexts like Singapore. It raises interesting questions about how teachers can leverage AI to streamline tasks while maintaining their critical agency and pedagogical judgment.

- Leadership as a Core Professional Skill

I found it insightful that leadership is not limited to those in formal leadership roles. It is a critical skill for all educators, whether in leading a classroom, mentoring peers, or initiating professional dialogues. This perspective broadens the traditional view of leadership and highlights its relevance across teaching contexts.

- The Shift from Individual to Collaborative Practice

The contrast between individual and collaborative approaches in professional development emphasized the value of shared learning. Engaging with peers fosters critical thinking, diverse perspectives, and mutual support—essential for sustained growth in teaching.

1 Challenging Thing

Understanding the Structure and Impact of Teaching Portfolios

While I recognize the importance of portfolios in tracking growth and competencies, it remains challenging to design one that is both reflective and practically useful—particularly in aligning it with institutional expectations.

1 Want-to-Discuss Thing

Reflective Journaling as a Sustainable Development Practice

I’d like to explore how reflective journals can be used not just occasionally, but as a regular habit to support long-term development. Discussions around practical strategies for consistency and depth in journaling would be valuable, especially when shared across peers and mentors.

• Keeping a teaching journal helps teachers reflect and improve their practice.

• One effective way for teacher development is to use ELT magazines to get new ideas and keep up with teaching trends.

• Joining teacher support groups or communities of practice helps teachers share and learn together.

- 1 thing I find challenging: how to write a teaching journal and how to use it to reflect on my lessons, notice what works or doesn't, and find ways to improve my teaching skills.

- 1 thing I want to discuss and explore more: how to use ELT magazines to improve teaching, such as finding useful articles, applying new ideas in class, and staying updated with teaching methods.

• Reflective journals

• The macro target of EFL is to make English a second language

• First exposure to the new idea of "outsourcing thinking to AI"

1 thing that I find challenging:

• How to write a reflective journal

1 thing that I want to discuss more:

• How to self-develop effectively

• it’s important to develop collaborative techniques in teaching(helps me learn experiences from the skilled teachers)

• Writing  reflective  journals can help improve teaching quality a lot ( if a lesson is successful or not, record details of the lesson,...). 

• everyone can develop teaching skills through often  updating new acknowledgements, informations 

• 1 thing i feel challenging:

• how to write an effective journal 

• 1 thing i want to know more:

• how to write portfolio effectively

• Teachers can pursue professional development by reading journal articles about English teaching, reading and writing articles

• Technical terms: outsource thinking to AI, porfolio

• We should set both long-term and short-term goals for our personal development, which should be included in plan

1 Thing that I find challenging is writing my own journals due to the shortage ot experiences and samples to follow

1 Thing that I want to discuss and explore more is about the content of porfolio and how to make an impressive one

• 3 things you have learnt that make you excited

-       Using peer observation and self observation

-       Develop teaching portfolio

-       Outsourcing your thinking to AI

• 1 thing that you find challenging

-       Writing self-reflection is new is not easy to analyze, it has a lot to learn to get use to it

• 1 thing that you want to discuss and explore more (with the lecturer and other students)

-       Want to know more about ELT Journal

• The course gives me a chance to self-assess my professional development needs and create an action plan.

• Developing a portfolio and keeping a reflective journal - since these are not only assignments but also tools to track my progress and develop my professional identity as a teacher.

• Professional development is broad because it includes many different activities, not only formal training.

1 thing I find challenging:

• writing a reflective journal and preparing a professional portfolio.

1 thing I want to discuss more: ELT Journal

• The Impact of Peer Observation: observing other teachers in action provides fresh perspectives and helps refine one’s own teaching strategies.

• The Value of Feedback Circles: structured feedback sessions allow teachers to exchange constructive comments, recognize strengths, and address challenges in a supportive setting.

• Networking with Experienced Mentors: connecting with seasoned educators offers guidance, practical tips, and inspiration for professional growth.

II. 1 Thing I Find Challenging

• Balancing Innovation with Curriculum Demands: trying out new teaching methods while still meeting required curriculum goals can be overwhelming.

III. 1 Thing I Want to Discuss and Explore More

• Encouraging Student Participation in Reflection: what techniques can be implemented to involve students in reflecting on their own learning? How can teachers guide them without making it feel forced or time-consuming?

1 thing that I find challenging: I find writing reflective journal challenge since I have not ever written

1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more (with the lecturer and other students): ELT journal

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  1. I have learnt how reflection after a lesson can help me see the gap between my teaching beliefs and my classroom practice.

  2. I am excited about using a teaching portfolio to collect my lesson plans, reflections, and feedback as evidence of my professional growth.

  3. I have learnt the importance of peer observation as a tool to learn from colleagues, not to judge them.

2. 1 thing that you find challenging- Peer observation

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  • I find it challenging to give feedback to my peers in a constructive way without making them feel criticized.

3. 1 thing that you want to discuss and explore more

Critical incident analysis

• From my perspective, every classroom situation can be considered a critical incident because teaching always involves unexpected factors—student behavior, timing, instructions, or even classroom environment. Therefore, exploring more to find solutions is necessary and beneficial.

• Using peer observation and self-observation to self-monitor the continuous professional development. 

• Teaching portfolios - a structured, personal tool for professional self-assessment and growth.

• Reflective journal - a way to analyze and ask questions about our objectives as well as examine how we plan and what we teach.

2. 1 thing that you find challenging

• Creating teaching portfolios

3. 1 thing that you want to discuss and explore more (with the lecturer and other students)

• How to create teaching portfolios effectively?

• Recording experiences is very useful especially in teaching.

• I really like what the teacher said, that contribution is for humanity, not for the locality or any specific place.

• Understand more clearly about the term "leader ship"

  1 thing I find challenging:

• How to work effectively in a team

  1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more:

• Ways to apply what you read in magazines to your teaching

• Building a portfolio and developing a personal framework.

• Applying journal writing to professional practice.

• Benefits of journal writing.

1 thing that I find challenging:

• Journaling about teaching progress may feel unfamiliar and challenging.

1 thing that I want to discuss more:

• How to build an effective portfolio for my future career.

1. Teachers can benefit from sharing their knowledge with others.

2. Writing a diary is a good way to know where you are in your teaching journey.

3. Setting a long-term goal for professional development is important.

1 thing that I find challenging: Where can I find English materials for professional development?
1 thing I want to discuss more: How can I access the ELT journal?

• ELT journals: a wide range of practical issues in ELT, optional to have background knowledge about ELT,…

• Collaborative learning

• Short-term and long-term plans

1 thing that I find challenging is outsourcing thinking to AI, as it is helpful for suggestions but risky if it replaces my own critical and creative thinking

1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more is portfolio 

- I was introduced a wide range of concepts and definitions that I felt fascinated such as reflective journal, teaching portfolio, lesson study, ...

- Teacher's reflections on the course your professional experience, and perspectives on the world have greatly expanded my understanding.

- The terms of "outsourcing your thinking to AI".

2. The most challenging aspect for me lies in the shift of teaching and learning methods under the 2018 General Education Program. To be honest, my generation can be considered a “transition,” as I studied under the old curriculum at high school but now have to teach students according to the new one. The GEP 2018 both excites me, as it represents a completely new reform in education which I believe will be very effective, and challenges me, as it is something novel and demanding to adapt to.

3. I have developed an interest in journal writing and would like to learn more from you about effective ways of keeping a journal.

• In this subject, I will learn about several things for professional development and I believe that by the end of this semester, I will gain specific awareness of that I need for short-term and long-term development.

• Some technical terms such as "portfolio, outsource your thinking to AI, leadership"

• Self observation and teaching journal are interesting, because I have never done this before and I have never realised that it was this much important.

*1 thing I find challeging

• I'm confused in writing a reflective journal

*1 thing I want to discuss more

• After knowing my strengths and weaknesses, how to effectively improve myself

1. Teachers can enhance their professional development by engaging with academic resources—for example, reading journal articles on English teaching and even contributing their own writings.

2. I’ve become familiar with some technical terms such as outsourcing thinking to AI and portfolio.

3. It’s important to set both long-term and short-term goals for personal growth, and these should be clearly outlined in our development plan.

One challenge I face:

Writing my own journal articles is quite difficult because I lack sufficient experience and do not have enough sample works to guide me.

One thing I’d like to explore further:

I want to learn more about what should be included in a portfolio and how to design one that stands out.

1. I have learnt some new key terms related to professional development, which will be useful for my later study.

2. I have gained an initial understanding of how teachers can develop their competences step by step.

3. I have realized that teachers face both challenges and opportunities in professional development, which makes me curious to learn more about real examples.

1 thing that I find challenging

• It is still challenging for me to fully understand the competency framework because it is quite broad and new to me.

1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more

• I want to explore more about what specific activities are most effective for teachers in Vietnam to develop their competences.

1. I feel excited to know about keeping a teaching journal. I think it is an effective way for me to reflect on what I have done and what I need to improve to become a good teacher in the future.

2. The importance of self-refection during studying and teaching progress.

3. A magazine called English Language Teaching journal, which contains articles on a wide range of practical issues.

1 thing that I find challenging

• Developing a portfolio teaching.

1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more 

• Outsource your thinking to AI

1. Reflective Journal: It helps teachers reflect in detail, and from that, teachers can improve their teaching skills

2. Peer observation: Teachers can gain experience and knowledge from their peers' feedback.

3. The different between teacher and educator

1 thing I find challenging: How to do a teaching journey and how to apply it to improve my teaching skill.

1 thing I want to discuss and explore more: ELT Journal magazines

• Reading the ELT journal to gain more knowledge and pursue professional development

• Collaborative techniques are necessary in teaching

• Reflection

2. 1 thing that I find challenging

• peer observation

3. 1 thing that I want to discuss more

   Encourage students' participation in reflection

1. The definition and the importance of professional development for teaching English career. This experience reinforces my conviction to strive for continuous professional development and lifelong learning in order to become a true educator. I am deeply excited and proud of this process.

2. I am also excited about the thing that teachers should write reflective journals. Because I haven't ever heard about this before. I think it will be a good way to help me improve my teaching.

3. Activities that can help teachers to

   develop teaching skills, such as read magazine, books, etc.

II. 1 thing that I find challenging:

It is the idea of teacher Phuong Cao about "outsource your thinking to AI". From my point of view, teachers have to update more information and advancement technology to rival AI. It's an arduous process that if teachers be enslaved by AI, they would not become a real teacher and their students would not need them anymore.

III. 1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more

I think that it's about teaching portfolio, what we should do to make it proper and perfect.

• Course overview

• Reflective journal

• Developing teaching porfolio

1 thing that I find challenging: write and keep a teaching journal

1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more: ELT journal magazines

• Having a teaching journal can improve teachers' practice

• reflective journal

• peer observation is the most important form of feedbacks in teaching and learning

1 thing that I find challenging: writing a reflective journal because I haven't written it before.

1 thing that I want to discuss more: teaching portfolio and reflective journal

• Keeping a teaching journal

• Peer mentoring and coaching

• Setting long term and short term goals

1 thing that I find challenge

• Writing teaching journals

1 thing that i want to discuss more

• I want to know more how to record a teaching journal effectively

• The idea of using reflective journals as a tool for teaching improvement and long-term career development

• The value of peer observation as a way for teachers to learn from each other and stay motivated in their teaching

• Practical ways to build a teaching portfolio for future career opportunities

1 thing that you find challenging:

• Identifying exactly what I need to focus on for my professional development in teaching since I am aware that I still lack certain skills and need to be a good teacher

1 thing that you want to discuss and explore more:

• How successful teachers have developed their careers and what strategies they have found effective.

• Professional development

• ELT journal

• Leadership

2. 1 thing i find challenging:

• Preparing professional portfolio

3. 1 thing I want to discuss more: 

• ELT Journal magazines

• Finding suitable professional development activities, specifically focus on activities that are active, interactive, and involve reflective teaching.

• Many ways to keep a teaching journal.

• Collaborative technique: opportunity to

  share what the colleagues have learned from sessions and provide feedback in a supportive manner.

2. 1 things challenging

How to use effectively portfolio

3. 1 things I want to dicuss more

Reflective journal

• Peer observation is a powerful tool for professional growth. I find peer feedback very valuable because receiving feedback from other teachers has helped me reflect on my own teaching in new ways.

• Journaling activities encourage me to think more deeply about my teaching decisions and how I can improve.

• I'm excited about building a teaching portfolio as a professional experience collection.

1 thing I find challenging:

• I find it challenging to evaluate my own professional development needs and connect them clearly with my long-term goals in English language teaching.

1 thing I want to discuss more:

• I would like to explore how to create a teaching portfolio effectively — especially what to include and how to organize it step by step.

1 challenging: outsourcing thinking to AI

1 thing to learn more: Individual technique: Analyze a critical incident

-3 things I learnt that makes  me excited

• Keeping a teaching journal

• Develop a potfolio

• The publication called English Language Teaching journal

• -1 thing that I find challenging: Developing a portfolio teaching.

  - 1 thing that I want to discuss and explore more: Outsource your thinking to Al

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• something i have read that makes me excited is Understanding learners. Because cause it allows educators to tailor instruction to individual needs, create an inclusive and engaging learning environment, and build trust and motivation by connecting with students' interests and backgrounds

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2. What are some effective strategies for communicating and collaborating with other teaching professionals ?

3. What are the best ways to understand learners’ differences and needs in order to adapt my teaching methods effectively?

I read about the competence of exploiting and using teaching resources effectively for language teaching purposes. Teachers at higher levels are not only able to use ready-made resources but can also analyze, evaluate, adapt, and even design new ones for their lessons.

2. Why I am excited about that information

I feel excited because this competence makes teaching more creative and flexible. Instead of depending only on textbooks, I can learn to adapt materials to students’ needs or even create my own. It shows that teachers are not passive users but active designers of learning resources, which motivates me a lot.

3. Question that I want to ask AI

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I was really excited to read about the Cambridge English Teaching Framework, especially the idea that teachers develop step by step from Foundation → Developing → Proficient → Expert. It shows that teaching is a lifelong learning process and that growth comes not only from knowledge but also from reflection, practice, and collaboration.

• Why am I excited about that information?

I am excited because the framework shows me that teaching is a step-by-step journey. At first, I can be at the Foundation stage, then move to Developing, Proficient and finally Expert. This makes me feel more confident, because I know that I can grow through studying, practicing, and reflecting. It also encourages me to work with other teachers and learn from experience to become better in the future.

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I was excited by the descriptions of the "Expert" level of teaching competence in the Cambridge English Teaching Framework.

2. Why are you excited about that information? 

I'm excited because this framework presents a clear and specific pathway for professional development. It highlights the importance of not just having knowledge but also being able to use it creatively and confidently, for example, by using digital resources to promote learner autonomy and by improvising when resources are unavailable or not working. This suggests that teaching is not a static profession but a dynamic one with continuous growth and innovation.
3. Questions:

• What is a real-world problem or challenge you are currently facing that you think AI could help solve or improve?

• What is a creative project you would like to start or are working on, and how could I assist you with it, from brainstorming to execution?

• Are there any topics or skills you're interested in learning more about that I can help you with, by providing information, practice exercises, or different learning approaches?

"Use of cultural knowledge in teaching" makes me excited

2. Reason: applying cultural values into lessons can awaken students' interests as well as their appreciation for different cultures. It's not just teaching language for students; it's also helping students explore the world through learning a language.

3. 3 questions that I want to ask AI chatbot: https://chatgpt.com/share/68b854b7-6164-800f-ae00-ce12111ba38c

One thing I am excited about is reflecting on teaching and learning.

2. Reason:

- I find it meaningful because it allows me to look back at my lessons, understand what worked and what didn’t, and then make small but effective changes. This process not only improves my teaching but also helps my students learn better, which gives me a sense of progress and motivation.

3. Questions that I want to ask AI chatbot:

- What are some practical ways for online teachers in Vietnam to reflect on their lessons and turn those reflections into small improvements?

- How can teamwork between teachers who don’t work in the same school (for example, private tutors) still support professional development?

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2. Why I am excited about that information:
I feel excited because this topic shows me that being a teacher is not only about teaching lessons but also about constantly learning, reflecting, and improving.

3. Three questions I want to ask the AI chatbot:

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I was most excited about the section on Professional Development and Values.

• Reason: It shows me that becoming a better teacher is not only about techniques in the classroom but also about self-reflection and continuous growth.

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2. Why are you excited about that information?
This information excites me because it acknowledges the complexity and individuality of professional growth. As an English teacher, I often feel that my practice aligns with different stages depending on the context, and this recognition validates my own developmental journey. It also motivates me to focus on reflective practice and continuous learning, rather than seeing growth as a rigid, step-by-step process.

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Why I am excited about this information
I am excited because it highlights the important role of culture in language learning. It shows that teachers not only teach the language, but also help students understand and appreciate different cultures.

3 questions that I want to ask AI chatbot:

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2. I find this encouraging because it confirms how important it is to adapt my teaching to fit different needs. It motivates me to design practical, inclusive lessons that keep everyone engaged and improve their learning.

3.

- What are some ways the CETF can be adjusted to suit various teaching contexts?

- How effective is the CETF in practical teaching settings, particularly in environments with limited resources?

- How does the CETF stay applicable in the face of rapidly changing technology?

2. Why am I excited about that information?
This makes me excited because it shows that teaching is not fixed. Teachers can be creative and flexible, changing materials to fit students’ needs. It makes me feel that being a teacher is not just following a textbook but also creating something meaningful for learners.

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One part that really excites me is the use of digital resources in language teaching. The framework explains how teachers can integrate digital tools (like videos, podcasts, or learning platforms) into lessons to make learning more engaging and to promote learner autonomy.

Why I am excited about that information

I feel excited because:

1. Digital resources make lessons more interactive and motivating for students.

2. They allow learners to practice English beyond the classroom and develop autonomy.

3. I can see how technology can help me grow as a modern teacher, keeping my lessons relevant and creative.

Three questions I want to ask the AI chatbot

1. How can I choose the most effective digital resources for different learner levels?

2. What are some practical ways to adapt digital tools when technology is limited in the classroom?

3. How can I measure whether digital learning activities really improve students’ skills?

- Why it excites me: Because it shows how different learners are and how teachers can adapt methods to support them.

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Why this information excites me
It excites me because it emphasizes the crucial connection between language and culture. This reminds me that teachers are not only language instructors but also cultural guides who help students explore and respect diverse cultures.

3 questions that I want to ask AI chatbot:

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One part that really excites me is the obvious assessment for teachers.

Why I am excited about that information

The criteria to assess teachers is clear with 3 levels, i can base on these criteria to improve and develop myself. Moreover, it is also some ways to enhance my professional development in the future.

Three questions I want to ask the AI chatbot

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2. I find this exciting because in Vietnam, people often think being a good English teacher just means having strong English skills. But this framework makes it clear that teaching is much more complex and professional. It makes me feel more confident that even if my English is not “perfect,” I can still grow into a strong teacher by developing skills in lesson planning, classroom management, assessment...

3. Three questions I’d like to ask the AI chatbot about CETF are:

• How can teachers apply CETF in classrooms where students’ English levels are mixed?

• Can you give me advice on how to go from “Developing” stage to the “Proficient” in Lesson planning?

• Which areas of the framework that new teacher should focus on first?

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I was excited about how reflrctions can give teacher more experiences and lessons.

• Reason:

I have never do that before so i have think that it’s not too important.

• Three questions i want to ask AI chatbot:

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Why are you excited about that information?

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1, Translanguaging

2, Most of previous approaches emphasize the use of targeted language while teaching, however, from my own experience, I claim that teaching in L2 sometimes could not bring effective results as teaching in L1 does.

3.

What is translanguaging?

How can I judge myself based on Vietnam ETCF?

How to improve my abilities?

1. Something I have read that excites me

I came across an article discussing how teachers integrate cultural and intercultural knowledge into English teaching.

2. Why this information excites me

It excites me because it emphasizes how culture plays a vital role in learning a language. It reveals that teachers are not just language instructors, but also guides who help students explore and appreciate diverse cultures.

       - what teachers should focus on in order to improve their teaching.

• 3 questions that want to ask the AI

-how to apply CETF in teaching effectively?

I read about the T’s competence of applying cultural and intercultural knowledge in English teaching and how to make a project to combine cultural factors in linguistic teaching

2. why I am excited about that information

Because it highlights the important role of culture in language learning, it is also one of the most important goals T wants to intend to S in the future to promote the love of the country.

3. three questions I want to ask the AI chatbot

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• Framework components 

• Framework competency statements

2. I excited about that information 

Because I can know more about the components of the framework and some competency statements which a teacher needs in their career.

3. 3 question:

How can assessment be used not only to test students but also to inform and improve their future learning?

Which competency is the most important for a teacher?

On the other hand, which competency is the least important?

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• Start using lesson study: because I want to improve my lesson plan and gain different insights, which can improve my teaching practice

• Self-reflection: after teaching a lesson/ micro teaching, self-reflection will help me to revise the strength and weakeness of my teaching skills and then I will find solutions to improve

• Attend workshops/ conferences about PD/ teaching ESL…: because I want to acquire knowledge about teaching and have a chance to meet experts in this field, who can give me valuable experience and advice

• Joining a Professional Teaching Community.

  - Being part of a professional network provides access to resources, conferences, and support from fellow educators, keeping connected to the latest trends and best practices in English teaching.

• Developing Assessment and Feedback Strategies.

  - Learning to design effective assessments and give constructive feedback helps better evaluate student progress and supports their growth, making teacher's teaching more impactful.

1. Keeping a Teaching Journal : because writing a journal after each lesson will help me reflect on what went well and what challenges I faced. It is also a way to track my progress and become more aware of my teaching style over time.

2. Becoming Active in an International Professional Association: because it will give the opportunity to learn from teachers around the world, stay updated with new ideas in education. By joining conferences, webinars, or discussions, people can exchange experiences, discover fresh teaching methods, and apply them in classroom. Not only improve professional knowledge but also help developing a more global perspective on teaching.

3. Analyze a critical incident: by looking closely at what happened, why it happened, and how to responded, I can better understand my decision-making and its impact on students. This reflection process allows turning difficulties into opportunities for growth, so that if similar situations occur in the future, I can handle them more effectively.

1. Attend teacher training workshops
I want to participate in professional workshops because they provide me with updated teaching methods and effective strategies for classroom management.

2. Observe experienced teachers
Observing experienced teachers enables me to see how they design classroom activities, motivate students, and deal with challenges. By reflecting on their techniques, I can adapt and improve my own teaching practice.

3. Engage in lesson study
Working with colleagues on lesson planning or research projects helps me exchange ideas and learn new perspectives, which is essential for professional development.

2. Taking Specialized Online Courses or Certifications: To gain deeper knowledge and formal qualifications in areas like language assessment, curriculum design, or digital teaching tools.

3. Engaging in Reflective Practice and Peer Observation: To receive constructive feedback and continuously improve teaching techniques.

1. Participate in workshops and conferences: have the chance to learn about new teaching methods and tools, exchange ideas with other educators, which helps me grow and stay motivated

2. Try peer mentoring: allows me to both give and receive feedback from colleagues, which helps me reflect on my own teaching and also learn from others

3. Keep a teaching journal: help me identify what works and what doesn’t in actual classroom; track my progress and set goals for future improvement

- Applying lesson study: I want to strengthen my lesson planning and gain new perspectives that can enrich my teaching practice.

- Engaging in self-reflection: After each lesson or micro-teaching session, I will reflect on my strengths and weaknesses. This process will help me identify areas for improvement and develop solutions.

- Joining workshops and conferences on professional development/ESL teaching: I aim to expand my knowledge of teaching and connect with experts in the field, who can share valuable insights and advice.

• Grammar should not be focused on form, and the use of passive voice need to be included to help Ss understand what context passive voice should be used

• feedback should be given after students’ presentation

1 thing I find interesting

• The T-chart can be implemented to observe teacher’s talking time and students’ talking time, then teachers can adapt and change their teaching practice

• To present grammar based on clearer context.

• To analyse the example and how to use grammar more thoroughly.

1 thing that you find most interesting thing in Week 3/4 reading materials:

• The classroom management tool: T-chart

• Instead of writing the structure directly on the board, guide students to elicit the form themselves.

•  Manage the time more effectively by setting a clear limit for each activity.

1 interesting point from Week 3/4 reading materials:

I found the combination of the t-chart and seating chart most interesting, as it allows teachers to monitor and control teacher talk time and student talk time more effectively.

• The summary in the end of the presentation can be considered in both 2 groups. (G1&G2).

• G4 should consider another way to lead in or arrange things appropriately to avoid letting the death time for board writing.

1 thing I find interesting in W3/4 reading materials is the T chart to control teacher talking time.

• Lessons should be more detailed for Ss to understand the knowledge before asking them to do the exercises. (G4)

• I have read the article and saw that the group 1 and 2 presentations were very detailed. So I have no comment. (G1, 2)

1 thing that I find most interesting in Week 3/4 reading materials

• The teacher asks Ss to form groups of 4 in group work. Then teacher gives each member a task: group leader, group timekeeper, group reporter, and group secretary. So, no one member of each group dominated the conversation and no one member was silent. (Richards chapter 6)

- Integrating AI tools into the classroom: I want to learn how to use AI for tasks like generating lesson plan ideas, creating varied writing prompts, or providing instant feedback on grammar and style, which could free up more time for personalized student interaction.

- Mastering differentiated instruction: I aim to become more skilled at tailoring my lessons to meet the needs of all students, from those who need extra support to those who are ready for more advanced challenges.

- Taking a professional writing course: I want to enroll in a course to improve my own writing skills. This would not only enhance my ability to model effective writing for my students but also allow me to explore new genres and techniques that I can bring back to the classroom.

Here are suggestions for improvement for the presentation groups:

• G4 (Grammar Micro-Teach): the lesson should be focused more on practical applications of the passive voice in real-world contexts, rather than just assigning numerous grammar exercises.

• G1 (Observation Tools): the presentation should be included more practice activities for the audience to better understand methods like the T-chart and Seat chart.

• G2 (Reflective Teacher Observation Model): the presentation should be provided specific examples for the audience to practice problem-solving.

Most Interesting Insights

• Reflective Observational Research: it helps teachers self-assess their strengths and weaknesses, facilitating personal and professional growth.

• T-chart: The T-chart is a useful tool for managing teacher talk time, allowing for more student-centered instruction.

• use a timer on the slide to manage the time better

• the context used in teaching should be longer and shown more clearly so it could grap the student's attention

1 thing that I find most interesting: the use of T- chart

• Teaching is not only about delivering knowledge but also about managing discipline, motivating students, and teacher should support learner improving in preferences, abilities, and difficulties, and use techniques such as questioning, feedback, and grouping to support learning. Because when teacher is flexible helps ensure that no student is left behind, creating a fair and effective classroom.

• Write down at least 3 questions that you want to ask the AI chatbot

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• Grammar should be taught in a meaningful context and shouldn't focus too much on form.

• Pay attention to all students, not just some of them.

1 thing that you find most interesting thing in Week 3/4 reading materials: T-chart - to control talking time

- Set a time limit for each activity.

- Can show objectives to Ss at the beginning of the lesson.

- The teacher spent too much time talking; students didn't have the opportunity to talk.

- The teacher has a voice so empowering and energetic that it boosts students' motivation.

1 thing I find most interesting in the week ¾ reading materials:

- The use of the tool T-chart for observation in the classroom.

In addition to pointing out students’ mistakes, teachers need to explain why the answers are incorrect.

The lesson should include a variety of engaging activities for students in order to achieve better effectiveness.

- 1 thing I find interesting: The classroom management tool: T-Chart

• Group 4: I’m a member of G4, so I have received many good feedbacks from other groups which gives me lots of lessons for teaching skills as well as planning lesson plans in the future.

• Group 1: Observation tools: I really appreciate the ways that  G1  deliver the knowledges in topic- easy to understand and guys have solid understanding.

• Group 2: Reflective teacher  observation model: G1 provides the knowledges related to the topic well.

• 1 thing that i find most interesting:

• T model to realize whether that lesson is teacher-centred or student-centred. Because I  have never known that before.

• Contextualizing Grammar: When teaching grammar, it's crucial to present it within a clearer and more relatable context.

• Thorough Analysis: The examples used should be analyzed more thoroughly to demonstrate exactly how the grammar is applied.

1 thing that you find most interesting thing in Week 3/4 reading materials:

• The tools to mangage classroom: T-chart and seating chart

• Create a "Classroom Management Toolkit." I'll design tools like T-charts and praise cards to manage the classroom effectively, saving time and ensuring all activities run smoothly.

• Set aside weekly time to find authentic grammar examples. Instead of just teaching theory, I'll search for natural contexts in short stories or songs to introduce grammar. This will help students see how grammar is used in real life.

• Experiment with new speaking activities. I will actively look for and try out different speaking activities, such as pair discussions or role-plays, to increase student talk time and help them feel more confident communicating in English.

It is not just a map of the classroom. This tool can show us patterns we don't normally see. For example, it can show if a teacher calls more on boys than girls, or only on students who sit in the front. It can also show where the teacher likes to stand and move in the classroom. This is a very powerful tool because it uses real evidence to help a teacher understand their own teaching habits and make positive changes.

2 feedback for group 4:

1. Your lesson was very good. For improvement, you can try to organize the whiteboard better. You can write the main topic in the center and write examples or rules around it. This helps students see the information more clearly and remember it better.

2. When students are speaking, it is good to not correct every mistake immediately. If you correct them right away, it can make them nervous and stop their fluency. A good idea is to listen and remember the common mistakes. Then, after the activity, you can give feedback to the whole class. This helps students feel more confident to speak.

2 feedback for group 1/2:

1. Your presentation was very interesting. You use a wide range of examples to illustrate.

2. It would be helpful to quickly compare the two tools (T-chart and Seating Chart). You can make a simple table to show what each tool is used for (e.g., T-chart for talking time, Seating Chart for student participation). This helps us choose the right tool for our own classroom.

• 1 thing that you find most interesting in Week 3/4 reading materials

I think the most interesting is T-chart and seat chart => t-chart helps me to manage ss and tc talk time, and the seat-chart helps me to identify which ss participant more or less in any activities in my class

• Using AI in Teaching: I want to explore AI tools to design lessons, create materials, and give personalized feedback. This helps me save time and support students more effectively.

• Taking Part in Workshops or Conferences: Attending these events allows me to learn new methods, share experiences, and stay updated with current trends in education.

• Self Reflection and Peer Reflection: Regular reflection helps me identify strengths, improve weaknesses, and grow as a more effective and confident teacher.

• Structures should not be written directly on the board and language production should focus on meaningful conversation in communication.

• Using students' names during learning will help classroom interaction become better, students are more excited to participate in activities instead of "you please"

1 thing that you find most interesting in Week 3/4 reading materials: The use of T chart helps manage teacher's talking time.

1. My own suggestion for teaching the Uses of Passive voice.

- Use 1: When we focus on the object/result/product:

+ Show 2 sentences:

J.K Rowling wrote Harry Potter.

Harry Potter was written by Harry Potter.

+ Ask Ss to guess who did the action "wrote" in both sentences => what is the focus in each sentence, the writer or the book

=> conclusion on use 1

- Use 2: When we dont know/dont care about who did the action.

- Use 3: In formal language, science, news, or rules

2. Aside from teaching, class management and board organization should also be focused on.

1 thing I find interesting:

The Seating Chart tool can be used to observe where students sit, their gender, and how they interact with the teacher. It helps T identify whether the teacher favors certain areas of the room or specific students. With this tool, teachers can reflect on participation, equity, and their own movement in the class.

Second, I would like to write reflections seriously, because this habit truly supports my professional development. Reflecting after each lesson lets me recognize what works well, notice areas for improvement, and grow as a teacher over time.

Lastly, I would like to use some assessment tools while teaching, as this can give me more data to evaluate student progress and refine my lesson plans and teaching methods. With clear evidence of how students are learning, I can adjust my strategies more effectively.

• Group 3: You should design more interesting activities that approach teaching grammar in a communicative way. This will help students use the target structure in real interaction rather than just mechanical practice.

• Production activity: In the “write a short story” task, you shouldn’t require students to use only the passive voice. Mixing passive and active forms would make their stories more natural and creative.

1 thing I Found Interesting in Week 4
I have learnt many assessment tools such as T-charts and the seating chart tool, which can support my professional development a lot. These tools give me clearer evidence of student participation and understanding, helping me adjust my teaching strategies and classroom management more effectively.

1. Attend seminars and workshops focused on student psychology and learning differences to deepen my understanding of how students think and learn, enabling me to better support diverse learners in my classroom.

   2. Collaborate regularly with colleagues through team teaching and lesson studying sessions to exchange ideas, develop innovative teaching materials, and improve overall instructional strategies.

   3. Commit to reading and analyzing the latest educational research and journals to stay informed about new teaching methodologies and apply evidence-based practices that enhance student engagement and achievement.

   
   

• Grammatical structure should not be written on the board.

• More communicative activities should be added to the lesson.

1 thing that I find most interesting in Week 3/4 reading materials:

• Tools to manage classroom: T-chart, seating chart and how to combine these tools in a lesson

• Participating in Workshops and Conferences: By joining these events, I can learn innovative teaching strategies, exchange ideas with colleagues, and stay updated on the latest trends in education.

• Engaging in Self and Peer Reflection: Consistent reflection helps me recognize strengths, address weaknesses, and continuously grow into a more confident and effective teacher.

• Conducting Lesson Study: Collaborating with colleagues to plan, observe, and analyze lessons allows me to gain new insights, refine my teaching practices, and improve student learning outcomes.

• Board writing needs to be clearer and better organized.

• The teacher should avoid placing too much emphasis on form; instead, grammar should be taught and practiced in meaningful contexts.

1 interesting point from Week 3/4:
I found the use of a T-chart combined with a seating chart particularly engaging. This strategy makes observations more systematic and provides a clearer picture of student interaction.

3 activities you want to do for your professional development and explain:

1. Create opportunities for feedback and discussion – to improve teaching skills and understand students’ needs better.

2. Use technology - to make lessons more engaging and effective.

3. Time management – to plan lessons efficiently and balance workload.

• 1. Use more examples in real-life communication.

• 2. Manage time more effectively within the lesson.

1 thing that you find most interesting:

T-chart - the classroom management tool.

• Grammatical structure should not be written on the board (form, usage, examples)

• More communicative activities should be added to the lesson. (reduce teacher talking time)

  
  

  - 1 thing that I find most interesting in Week 3/4 reading materials:
  
  T-chart: By effectively allocating instructor discussion time, the T-chart promotes more student-centered learning.

2. Taking part in Workshops or Conferences: Attending these events allows me to learn new methods, share experiences, and stay updated with current trends in education.

3. Take an online course in educational technology: using digital tools will make lessons more engaging.

I read the first article about self-monitoring thoroughly at home. However, I haven't read the second article yet. Next time, I will read all the materials before coming to class.

2. 03 important key words I learnt in today’s lesson:

• Lesson report: I believe that it is super helpful because it helps teachers reflect systematically on what worked well and what can be improved.

• Audio recording of a lesson: This provides evidence of classroom interaction and teacher talk, allowing me to notice my strengths and weaknesses in communication. For example, I noticed that when I present, my friends often say that I speak too fast and softly and the classroom is noisy. However, as the presenter standing on the stage, I don’t realize this in the moment, which shows me how important it is to listen back and reflect.

• Video recording of a lesson: Sometimes, when I am too nervous, I can’t control my gestures. That is why video recording of a lesson is so valuable. It shows not only what I say but also my body language and how students react. Watching myself on video feels a little uncomfortable, but it helps me see details that I hardly notice while teaching.

3. 02 things I will apply for my professional development:

• I will write regular lesson reports to monitor my teaching progress.

• I will use audio or video recordings in the future to reflect on my teaching style and improve my classroom performance.

I had read the first article about self-monitoring but I hadn't read the second one

2. 3 important key words I learnt in today's lesson:

• Self-monitoring

• Portfolio

• Global South and Global North

3. 3 things I will apply for my professional development:

• Use lesson report to improve my lesson

• Use audio recording or video recording to my lesson and then improve my lesson from that recording.

  
  

• Self- monitoring: it’s the way for teachers to improve teaching skills and practice, via this approach, teacher can find out problems they have in lessons, address them by viable solutions

• Global south, Global north: these phrases are not only used to identify nations geographically, in other way, global south refers to countries which are developing, and lower-income

• Lesson report: it is a source of future learning, helping teacher to record the lesson, identify problems during lesson and find solutions.

• 3. 2 things I will apply:

• Write lesson report right after the lesson

• Record videos for a lesson which would be used for self-monitoring and evaluating

• Self-reflection: It showed me how important it is to pause and ask myself “What worked and what didn’t?” rather than just moving on.

• Peer feedback: At first it feels uncomfortable, but I see now that feedback from others can highlight blind spots that I usually ignore.

• Recording tools: I used to think recordings were unnecessary, but now I see they give the most honest view of my teaching. They make me face reality, not just my own impression.

3. 02 things I will apply for my professional development:

• I will commit to reading materials before class to make sure I always come prepared and more confident.

• I will try using recordings and ask peers for comments, because combining my own reflection with outside perspectives can help me grow faster.

• Clarity in Context: I noticed that some grammar points were explained directly without much context. If the groups could connect grammar rules with real-life situations, it would feel more natural and easier for learners to follow.

• Depth of Examples: Some examples were shown too quickly. Spending more time breaking them down step by step would help students really understand how the rule works in practice.

1 interesting thing from Week 3/4 reading materials:

The idea of using T-chart and seating chart really caught my attention. I found it interesting because these tools are simple but powerful— they don’t just organize the classroom physically, but also create a sense of order and fairness. It made me realize how classroom management is not only about discipline, but also about designing a supportive environment.

• Lesson study: I want to try this because it gives me a chance to redesign my lesson plan with feedback from others. By comparing different perspectives, I can see how my teaching choices affect students, and why certain strategies may work better.

• Self-reflection: After each lesson, I plan to write short reflections about what went well and what felt awkward. This habit matters to me because it shows why I need to change instead of just guessing, and it helps me find concrete ways to improve.

• Workshops or conferences: I want to attend these not only for knowledge but also for networking. Meeting experienced teachers can inspire me, and hearing how they solved problems in real classrooms will give me practical ideas that I can adapt for my own teaching.

I read one article fully and skimmed the other to get a general understanding of the topic.

2. 03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Lesson Reports: It provides a formal and structured framework for me to systematically reflect on my teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.

• Audio-recording a lesson: it allows me to focus purely on my verbal communication, including my language use, pacing, tone, and spoken classroom management. I can easily identify if I dominate the talking time or use unclear language.

• Video-recording a lesson: it provides holistic feedback on both my verbal and non-verbal aspects (body language, movement, student-teacher interaction). It is the most effective way for me to analyze student engagement and my use of classroom space.

3. 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• Write lesson report regulary

• Conduct at least one audio-recorded lesson per month

1. Help students overcome their shyness when learning English: I want to do this because I used to feel the same and I have seen many students struggle at the beginning.

2. Develop more interesting and effective learning materials: This will make my lessons more engaging and useful for students.

3. Connect with other teachers for discussion and feedback: By sharing and supporting each other, we can improve our teaching together.

• Group 4: Your lesson was carefully prepared. One suggestion is to adjust your teaching approach ( instead of writing grammar forms directly on the board, you could provide examples and let students discover the rules themselves.)

• Group 1 and Group 2: Both groups read the materials thoroughly and shared useful content with the class. However, one suggestion for improvement is to include more interactive activities so that the whole class can be more engaged.

Most Interesting Point:
What I found most interesting was the use of teacher observation models and seating chart tools. This was the first time I had learned about such tools to support teachers in observing students, and I believe they will make observation and giving feedback in the classroom much easier.

I have read the Richards chapter 3 about Self-monitoring but I haven’t read the second one. Although I have noted down many keywords and vignettes in this but I didn’t vividly remember what I have read when my friends do the presentation. 

03 important key words I have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to me?

• self-discipline: To be honest, this word is not a strange thing to me. But it is really really hard to stick to the plan day by day, especially when it comes to some events or lazy days. It even takes 67 days to turn an action into a habit. But after today, I think that it’s time to change because “if not now, when?”. I want to see if people have no talent but only work hard, where will they go?

• behavior and practices: I have many things to do in my head but I rarely turn it into the truth or practice to make it become true. Thanks to today's lesson, I can have more motivation to step out of my comfort zone.

• writing authentic: I love writing because it is an effective way to help me write down and reorder all the things in my head. 

02 things I will apply to achieve my future professional development.

• Keep practicing my writing skills. It can be a journal, self-reflection and further is a lesson report.

• Video-recording my lesson.

I only read the first article about self-monitoring

2. 03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

- Global North and Global South

At first, I thought that VietNam is a part of the global south, a developing country with good conditions for development. However, after Mrs.Phương's talk, I realized that Vietnam still faces many limitations and challenges

- self-monitoring: self-observe and self-reflect are important for our personal and professional development

- HOTs and LOTs: these will be useful in teaching

3. 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

I will apply self-monitoring by regularly observing and reflecting on my own teaching practices

I will also use HOTs and LOTs when designing activities and lessons to help students develop critical thinking as well as basic understanding.

2. The three important key words I learned today: self-monitoring, writing journal, and lesson report.

- self-monitoring: I find it important because once I understand this concept, I can apply it in my future lessons through different methods.

- writing journal: my perspective has changed. I no longer see it as something complicated, but rather as a simple way to write down my own thoughts.

- lesson report: I realized that it is the process where teachers record and reflect on what actually happened during the lesson through forms such as written narratives, audio, or video recordings. From this, teachers can identify areas for improvement and learn from the lesson.

3. The two things I will apply in order to achieve my future professional development are written narratives and video recording a lesson.

Three important keywords I learned today are self-monitoring, lesson reports, and objective feedback. These words are important to me because they shift the responsibility for my growth onto myself. "Self-monitoring" empowers me to take charge, rather than waiting for external evaluation. The concept of a "lesson report" feels like a practical tool I can immediately use to capture what really happens in class, not just what I plan to happen. Finally, "objective feedback" from recordings is crucial because it honestly shows the gap between my perception and reality, which can be surprising but is necessary for real improvement.

For my future professional development, I will apply two things from this chapter. First, I will start writing brief lesson reports after my classes. I think the simple act of writing will help me process the lesson and identify patterns I miss in the moment. Second, I am now brave enough to try video-recording one of my lessons. I feel a bit nervous about it, but I see how it can reveal things about my teaching habits and student interactions that I am completely unaware of. I believe these two strategies will help me become a more reflective and effective teacher.

- I just skim on Self-monitoring that help T approach to the observation, evaluation, and management .( Which i think it's should be useful tools for our future lesson)

• 03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

- Self-monitoring : because observing and reflecting on your own teaching to improve it. It helps you adjust lessons based on what works best for each class, making your teaching more effective and flexible.

- Audio-recording : helps teachers hear how they actually sound in class. It shows habits they might not notice, like talking too much or speaking too fast. This helps improve teaching by making it more clear, balanced, and student-focused.

- A lesson report : helps teachers notice what they missed during class. It shows how students respond and what needs to be improved for better teaching.

• 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

+ Two things I will apply:

1. Record my lessons to reflect on my teaching and improve it.

2. Write lesson reports to understand what worked and plan better for next time.

3 things useful 

- 3 things useful include 3 key I learn today 

1. Lesson report: It trains me to be reflective, organized, and systematic in improving my teaching.

2. Audio-recording a lesson: It improves my classroom communication and helps me notice mistakes or habits I don’t realize while teaching.

3. Video - recording a lesson: It helps me see the full picture of my teaching practice and provides evidence for feedback from peers or supervisors.

   
   

   - 2 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• Keeping a Reflective Teaching Journal: I will write reflections after each lesson to record what worked well, what challenges occurred, and how students responded

• Using Lesson Recordings (Audio/Video) for Self-Evaluation: I will record some of my lessons and watch or listen again to analyze my teaching style, classroom management, and student participation.

You should speak louder and move around the class in order to get your students engage

Increase interactive activities

Most interesting point: T-chart

Actually I just skim the articles but I didn’t fully understand what was written. I think I will have to find out a better way to approach these materials.

2. 03 important key words

- self-monitoring: a way that teachers find out the weakness in their lessons, thus improve them by addressing suitable solutions.

- global south and global north: they are not geographical phrases but refer to the development level of a country

- HOTs and LOTs: I will use them on  planning my lesson or create suitable activities for the students

3. 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development

- Use lesson report to improve my performance and improve my teaching skill

- Video - recording  my lessons

- I read the article quite carefully and feel that the article will help me develop myself a lot.

03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

- Global Sorth and Global South, at first when looking at these two words, I will only look at them from a geographical perspective to determine which country belongs to the global north or global south, but after today's lession, I have understood more about how to use these keywords in the context of development conditions. The second keyword I learned is Self-monitoring, each person can observe and adjust their own behavior systematically and self-reflection will be a solid foundation to develop a life-long learning. Finally, the useful keyword Lesson report, which helps me record lessons, thereby detecting problems and coming up with solutions, but it needs to be repeated many times to form a habit.

02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

- I will apply recording my lessons to recognize my limitations and strengths in the most objective accout to improve and move from impulse or routine toward reflection and self-awareness. I will also use HOTs and LOTs when designing learning activities to make the lesson logical and most suitable for the class.

3 key important words you have learnt in today’s lesson. Why are they important to you?
Three key important words I have learnt in today’s lesson include self-monitoring, lesson report, and the global south. They are important to me because of several reasons.

First, self-monitoring is one of the most crucial factors for a teacher to assess their teaching. This is an effective way to collect data about both teachers’ performance and students. Based on that data, teachers can adapt and design activities that better suit students. I think each teacher should form a habit of self-monitoring, like self-reflection, for their teaching and learning journey.

Second, lesson report is one of the procedures used in self-monitoring. It allows teachers to look back at the lesson in a systematic way and decide what worked well and what should be improved. I find it practical and easy to apply for myself, so it is especially important to me.

Third, the global south was quite a confusing term when I first heard it. Actually, I misunderstood it. When Mrs. Phuong mentioned it, I felt confused and thought she had been wrong. I thought Vietnam was in the global north, not the global south. After she explained, I understood that the global north refers to advanced countries, while the global south refers to developing countries. After this sharing, I realized that I must study hard and learn a lot from countries that are called the global north.

2 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development
I think two things I will apply to achieve my future professional development are lesson report and video-recording a lesson, because lesson report helps me reflect and improve after each class, and video-recording lets me observe my teaching more objectively and see what I need to change.

• I only skimmed the fist article about self-monitoring

2. 3 important key words you have learnt in today’s lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Self-monitoring: It helps me reflect on my own performance and recognize areas that I need to improve, which is essential for my professional growth.

• Journal writing: This allows me to document my learning journey and track progress.

• Global South/Global North: Understanding this concept broadens my perspective on global inequalities and helps me connect my learning to real-world contexts.

3. 2 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development

• Lesson report: By writing reports, I can analyze what went well and what I need to improve in my teaching/learning process.

• Video-recording question: This will help me review my performance objectively and identify concrete strategies for improvement.

-Actually, I only skimmed these two articles and didn't fully understand what was said. I believe I will have to find a more effective way to handle these subjects.

2. 03 important keywords:

• "You don't know what you don't know" - a classical quote enables philosophical guidance of lifelong learning - really impressed

• In the AI era, authentic writing is increasingly promoted, and public speaking assumes a more significant role.

• Power hour: 1-2 hours of deep working per day will create products ten years later.

3. 02 things you will do to advance your professional development:

• Using lesson recording for self-evaluation.

• Create a reading science article habit

3 important key words I have learnt:

Self- monitoring: Self-monitoring is a systematic approach for teachers to observe, evaluate, and manage their own teaching behavior by documenting information about their lessons for self-review and improvement.

Lesson report : a valuable tool for future teaching, helping teacher to record the lesson, identify problems during lesson and find solutions.

Global south, Global north: these phrases are not only used to identify nations geographically, in other way, global south refers to countries which are developing, and lower-income.

3. 2 things I will apply:

- Writing a lesson report immediately after teaching to capture fresh insights and observations.

- Recording lessons on video, which can serve as a resource for self-monitoring and more objective evaluation of my teaching performance.

• Group 8: I’m a member of G8, so I have received many good feedbacks from lecturer which gives me lots of lessons for teaching skills as well as planning lesson plans in the future.

• Group 1: Observation tools: I really appreciate the ways that  G1  deliver the knowledges in topic- easy to understand and guys have solid understanding.

• Group 2: Reflective teacher  observation model: G1 provides the knowledges related to the topic well.

  1 thing that i find most interesting:

  I found the use of a T-chart particularly useful for monitoring classroom interaction. By comparing the amount of teacher talk with student talk, teachers can gain valuable insights into classroom dynamics. This tool can help teachers make necessary adjustments, such as reducing teacher talk to create more opportunities for student participation and fostering a more interactive learning environment.

2. Today, I have learned many things and new terminologies. 3 things I find most impressive are:

• Self-monitoring: now, I recognize that self-monitoring is not just simply monitoring but also self-observation, self-discipline, self-reflection,...all of which are necessary skills that any teacher needs to train to improve themselves, and develop professionally.

• Video recording: Video recording is the most effective approach to documenting a lecture. Using video recording to capture the whole lesson to assist the instructor in observing as the lesson takes place, allowing the teacher to make their own judgments about what works well and what does not in the classroom. So they had to change properly.

• Teaching philosophy: This is strange terminology for me, but I find it pretty intriguing when listening to the teacher's explanation. I understand that a teaching philosophy helps teachers reflect on their work, supports curricular selections, and is essential for employment applications.

  3. 2 things I will apply to achieve my future professional development:

  - Write reflections on both the successful and the ones that don't work in study sessions.

  - Learn how to compose a lesson report and use it in the classroom successfully and consistently.

I read about two-thirds of the articles carefully, especially the sections on self-monitoring, lesson reports, and the use of audio/video recordings in teaching. For the remaining parts, such as the detailed examples and checklists, I skimmed through to capture the main ideas.

2. 03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Self-monitoring – It highlights how teachers can systematically observe and reflect on their own teaching to identify strengths and weaknesses. This is important because it helps me take ownership of my professional growth.

• Lesson report – Writing about what actually happened in class (not just the plan) is a practical tool to reflect and improve. This is valuable because I can document and analyze my teaching for future improvement.

• High-order thinking skills – Through lesson reports and teaching journals, skills gained go beyond memorization and require analysis, evaluation, and creativity to improve and modify how to teach different students in real life. They are important because they help me (and my future students) develop deeper learning and problem-solving abilities.

3. 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• Use self-monitoring tools (such as video/audio recording or lesson reports) to gain a more objective understanding of my teaching practices.

• Keep a reflective teaching journal to record both challenges and successes in class, so I can track progress and develop strategies for improvement.

1. Attending workshops or conferences
   These events help me update new teaching methods, technologies, and research trends, which I can apply directly in my classes.

2. Improving digital skills
   Learning to use online tools, interactive platforms, and AI-assisted resources will make my teaching more engaging and efficient in the modern classroom.

3. Building a professional network
   Connecting with colleagues and experts, both online (e.g., LinkedIn, teacher forums) and offline, allows me to share experiences, exchange resources, and find mentorship opportunities.

• I only read the first article: Self-monitoring

• 3 important key words:

• Self-discipline: this is not a new term to me, but I have ignored that. spending almost all my free time surfing the internet. After today lesson, I'm inspired so much  I partly change my behaviour, routines, and I hope I can change my daily routines to become better

• Global North and Global South: Initially, I think that it’s only that relates to geography and I confuse why Mrs. Phuong mentioned it, after she explained, I felt my perspective opened a lot. Not only geography but also meaning and  lessons inside it

• HOTs and LOTs : I think it’s so important to create  suitable activities when planning lesson plan 

• Two things I will apply

• use lesson report 

• video record my lesson

2. 03 important keywords you have learnt in today’s lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Public speaking: it builds both my professional competence and confidence.

• Self-management/discipline: it is essential to stay consistent in planning lessons, monitoring progress, and avoiding restless pacing.

• Authentic writing: meaningful, real-life writing, do not rely on AI.

3. 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• Self-monitoring and reflective lesson reports: to evaluate my teaching, identify strengths, and improve weaknesses.

• HOTs and LOTs: balance challenge and accessibility for students.

03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Self-monitoring: helps me reflect and improve my teaching.

• Journal writing: a useful tool to record my learning and growth.

• Global North vs Global South: broadens my understanding of education in different contexts.

02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• Practice journal writing regularly.

• Use self-monitoring to evaluate my lessons.

Not really. I have just read only Self-monitoring due to my deadlines.

2.3 important key words:

- Self-management: it is not new term for me, however, I usually ignore that because of my procrastination. After today, I think I should change my mind, my behaviour in order to be productive.

- Global North and Global South: I have not heard about these terms before, so I was surprised.

- High order thinking and low order thinking: they are other new term for me. I think high order thinking skill can develop deeper learning and other abilities for me and my future students.

3. 02 things you will apply to achive your future professional development

- Use lesson reports to teaching progress

- Recording lesson to reflect after lesson.

I only skimmed through the main ideas instead of studying them in depth. I felt a bit overwhelmed by the length and the academic language, so I focused more on the key points.

2. 3 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

- Global South and Global North: These terms made me more aware of the bigger picture of inequality and differences in development.

- Public speaking: I know I often feel nervous when speaking in front of others. I have to improve this skill because it not only help me teach better but also give me more confidence.

- Self-discipline: I realize this is the foundation to self-improve. I can’t keep up with consistent practice without discipline.

3. 2 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

- Write down my reflections right after teaching.

- Recording my lessons on video. I think it might feel a bit awkward at first but it will give me a more objective view.

1.     To what extent do you read the two articles of this week at home?

I read both chapters at home.

+ Chapter 3 helped me understand how self-monitoring (through lesson reports and recordings) can reveal gaps between perception and reality in teaching.

+ Chapter 5 reinforced the value of keeping a teaching journal as a way to reflect systematically.

ð Reading them at home allowed me to take notes and think about how I might apply these strategies in my own practice

2.     3 important key words you have learnt in today’s lesson. Why are they important to you?

·        Self-monitoring : It reminds me that teachers should not just rely on outside evaluation but also look at their own teaching critically. This helps me notice habits I may not be aware of and take responsibility for improving.

·        Lesson report: A lesson report records what actually happened in class (not just the plan). I see it as a useful tool to reflect on what worked and what didn’t, and to prepare better for future lessons.

·        Teaching journal: Keeping a teaching journal provides an ongoing record of reflections and insights. It’s important because it allows me to track my growth over time and see patterns in my teaching.

3.     2 things you will apply to acchieve your future professional development?

·        Regular self-monitoring through lesson reports or recordings: This will help me see the gap between what I think I do and what I actually do in class, so I can adjust my teaching more effectively.

·        Keeping a teaching journal: By writing reflections after lessons, I can track my growth, identify recurring challenges, and find solutions over time.

At home, I carefully read the first article about self-monitoring. Unfortunately, I did not manage to go through the second article yet. For the coming weeks, I plan to finish all assigned readings before class.

2. 03 important key words I learnt in today’s lesson:

• Lesson report: I find this useful as it helps teachers reflect in an organized way on what went well and what needs improvement.

• Audio recording of a lesson: It offers clear evidence of teacher talk and classroom interaction. By listening again, I can notice issues such as speaking too quickly or softly, which I might not realize during the actual lesson.

• Video recording of a lesson: This shows both my language and my body language. Although it can be uncomfortable to watch myself, it reveals habits like nervous gestures and how students respond, which I don’t always notice in the moment.

3. 02 things I will apply for my professional development:

• I intend to keep regular lesson reports to track my teaching development.

• I will make use of audio and video recordings to reflect on my teaching performance and improve classroom delivery.

My Reflection

I read the articles, but I feel a bit regretful that I didn't take detailed notes. My initial thought was just to get through them, but I now see why that's a mistake. I've realized that to truly learn and retain information, I need to actively engage with the material. This thought has made me committed to changing my approach for the future.

2. 03 important key words

• "67 days to be a habit/skill" is powerful because it gives me a clear why to stay disciplined. It's a tangible timeframe that motivates me to persevere, knowing that consistent effort will eventually become second nature.

• The scholars Jack Richards, Paul Nation, and Rott Elíc are important because they give me the why behind successful teaching methods. Their research provides the theoretical foundation that will guide how I structure my own lessons.

• The distinction between immediate vs. long-term goals is the key how to maintain my focus. I've learned that by celebrating small, immediate wins, I can stay motivated while my long-term vision keeps me moving in the right direction. It's a balance that prevents burnout.

3. 2 things to apply

1. I truly believe that my attitude determines my aptitude (your behaviours decide your practices). This principle is the ultimate how to grow professionally. Instead of just reacting to situations, I will proactively seek out challenges and embrace feedback, knowing that this mindset is what will truly elevate my skills.

2. I will apply "restless pacing" in my teaching. I see this as the most effective how to keep students engaged. By dynamically adjusting the lesson speed and flow, I can ensure that learning never becomes stagnant, maximizing every moment in the classroom.

• For Self-monitoring, it's my bad that I only skimmed through the main contents and neglected the case study. Walls of text always got me dizzy.

• For Journal writing, since I have group presentation on this part, I had to read it fully so that I could understand the views and explain it to the class later.

03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Teaching portfolio: I'm still new to how a teaching portfolio is structured and what kind of information should be included. Although teaching English might not be my intention, to be honest, I still find it very helpful to know that such skills/values like self-management or time-management would be highly appreciated in a portfolio.

• Self-monitoring + behavior: Today I've learnt that self-monitoring is a process, where you basically keep an eye on your own behavior or emotions and make adjustment if needed. In a professional environment, how you act, what your behavior shows, are very important that require you to be confident, to be self-control and to think very carefully before acting

02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• Using self-monitoring to reflect on my teaching behavior: I will keep track of what strategies I use, how I respond to challenges, and whether my actions help students learn effectively. This will help me notice my strengths and identify areas I need to improve.

• Applying audio/video recording during lessons: by reviewing the recordings afterward, I can observe my performance more objectively, recognize areas for improvement, and make specific adjustments to enhance my teaching skills.

2. Three important key words I have learnt in today’s lesson and why they are important to me:

• Self-monitoring – This means looking back at my own teaching. It’s important to me because it helps me see what I did well and what I need to change.

• Lesson reports – Writing a short report after class helps me remember what happened, what worked, and what didn’t. It’s important because I can learn from it and do better next time.

• Audio-/video-recording – Recording a lesson gives me a clearer picture of what really happened. It’s important because I can notice things I might miss while teaching, like if I spoke clearly or if students joined in.

3. Two things I will apply to achieve my future professional development:

• I will start writing lesson reports after my classes to reflect on what worked well and what can be improved.

• I will try to use self-monitoring techniques such as audio or video recording of lessons to build greater self-awareness and develop a reflective teaching practice.

• Self-monitoring: This is important because it helps me reflect on my own teaching practice and identify areas for improvement.

• Open-mindedness: Being open to new perspectives, as well as in my portfolio, is crucial for my growth as a teacher.

• 67 days to develop a skill: I learned that it takes at least 67 days, not 21, to build a habit or skill. This helps me set realistic expectations for my professional development.

3. 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• I will start video-taping my lessons so that I can review them, take notes on what I did well, and reflect on areas where I need to improve. This will also help me better observe students’ behavior in class.

• I will read more articles by Paul Nation, since his work is highly beneficial for my future career. The teacher also mentioned that his articles are intelligible, so I am eager to read and learn from them.

1. Learn how to use observation tools (like T-charts or seating chart tools).
   I want to do this because these tools can help me collect clear information about what happens in class, for example who speaks the most or how students sit and interact. This information will make my teaching more effective.

2. Peer observation.
   I want to observe other teachers’ lessons and also let them observe mine. This is useful because I can learn new teaching techniques from my peers and also receive feedback on my own teaching.

3. Self-monitoring with lesson reports.
   I want to write short reports after my lessons. This activity is important because it helps me reflect on what went well, what was difficult, and how I can improve in the future.

• First, I think your group prepared the content and the slides very carefully, so that was really good.

• But I feel the teaching was not fully following the communicative teaching approach, because you were giving formulas directly to students instead of letting them discover.

• Also, the exercises were not designed at different levels, so maybe they were not suitable for all students.

• And finally, I think the presenter’s clothing was not really appropriate for teaching.

One thing I found most interesting in the Week 3/4 reading materials:

• For me, the most interesting part was about the Observation Tools. I realized that tools like T-charts or seating charts can give teachers very useful information about what is really happening in the classroom.

I have read quite carefully today's article, and I understand most of the content of this reading.

03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Global North/Global South: This term has opened my knowledge that it is not about the geographical position but about Mindset.

• Portfolio not only has a single one to use for a lifetime but also in accordance with the nature of the job.

• The self -monitoring helps teachers look more objective about their lectures and give a solution to help teachers improve more in teaching.

02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• I will apply multimedia to monitor myself to help me evaluate multi -dimensional and deeper than my lecture.

• I will apply the process of self -monitoring myself to practice practical to be able to evaluate the guests and progress in my lecture.

I read the teaching journal writing

• 03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

  1. Self-monitoring helps me become more aware of my teaching. By monitoring myself, I think I can see how I actually behave and some ways I need to adjust to support students better.

  2. Lesson reports make me feel more organized. They are important to me because they give me confidence that I can improve step by step.

  3. Audio-/video recording This tool is important because it will help me understand why students respond in certain ways and the way I can change my methods to make lessons more engaging.

• 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

  I think I can apply to record video in my teaching lesson to check my teacher talking time and also my teaching practice.

  Moreover, I will try to write some lesson reports to follow my teaching development.

First, I think I need to improve my English proficiency everyday to make sure that the knowledge I teach for my students is reliable.

Second, I need to find some short-term course to study, especially in some aspects that i'm not really good at such as teaching grammar communicatively, teaching writing,...

Third, I think I can actively write lesson reports or teaching journal to track my teaching practice and improve it weekly after some lessons.

I read the two articles at home but on honestly I did not go into deep details yet.

2. Three important key words I have learnt in today’s lesson and why they are important to me:

- Self-monitoring – This means looking back at my own teaching. It helps self assess about what I did well in the process of teaching as well being aware of problems I need to improve.

- Global South and North – I have ever heard about the concepts. At first, I think simply it just focus on geographical terms but on mindset.

- A teacher’s portfolio is a professional collection of documents, reflections, and evidence that showcases a teacher's qualifications, teaching philosophy, methods, accomplishments, and growth.

3. Two things I will apply to achieve my future professional development:

- I will practice self - monitoring techniques after each lesson more regularly to make improvements when teaching.

- I also want to write teaching journal to build a reflectice teaching practice.

2. Why this excites me
This excites me because it makes teaching more innovative and adaptable. Rather than relying solely on textbooks, I can learn to adjust materials to suit my students’ needs or even develop my own. It highlights that teachers are active creators of learning resources, not just users, which is very motivating for me.

3. 3 questions that want to ask the AI

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• Collaborate with other teachers for discussion and feedback: By sharing experiences and supporting one another, we can enhance our teaching skills together.

• Create more engaging and effective learning materials: This will help make my lessons both more interesting and valuable for students.

• Support students in overcoming shyness in English learning: I want to do this because I experienced similar challenges myself and have observed many students struggling at the start.

• Include more communicative activities in the lesson.

• Avoid writing grammatical structures on the board.

1 thing I found most interesting in the Week 3/4 reading materials:

• How to effectively combine classroom management tools, such as T-charts and seating charts, in a lesson.

This week, I was only able to skim one of the two assigned articles because I didn’t manage my time well. Consequently, I felt less prepared for class, which affected my confidence in participating in discussions. I realized that reading in advance isn’t just about understanding the material—it also allows me to engage more deeply with the lesson.

2. 03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Peer feedback: At first, receiving input from others can feel uncomfortable, but it can highlight areas I tend to overlook on my own.

• Recording tools: I previously thought recordings were unnecessary, but they provide an honest perspective on my teaching and help me see things more clearly.

• Self-reflection: Taking the time to pause and evaluate “What worked and what didn’t?” is essential for continuous improvement.

3. 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• I will make it a habit to read materials before class so that I am always prepared and more confident.

• I will combine recordings with peer feedback to pair self-reflection with external perspectives, which I believe will help me improve faster.

- Teaching grammar should be focused on meaning

- Quizzies after the presentation are needed to check students' understanding

1 thing that you find most interesting in Week 3/4 reading materials

I find Observation tools the most interesting material, as I can gain useful information about some tools like: T-chart and seating-chart

This week, I managed to read both articles but only in a rather quick way. While I got the general idea, I didn’t dive deeply into the details. This made me realize that surface-level reading limits my ability to ask meaningful questions in class. Next time, I plan to set aside quiet, focused time for reading so I can connect the theories more effectively to real-life examples.

2. 03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Active listening: I learned that listening is not just about hearing words but also about showing understanding. This will help me become a better communicator with colleagues and students.

• Constructive criticism: I used to view criticism negatively, but today I understood that when given with care, it’s a valuable tool for growth.

• Growth mindset: This concept reminded me that skills can always be developed with effort and practice, which keeps me motivated to push myself further.

3. 02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• I will set small reading goals each week to build consistency and avoid last-minute cramming.

• I will actively seek opportunities to practice active listening, especially in peer discussions, so that I can understand perspectives better and respond more thoughtfully.

• North/South countries: Countries situating in the North may not be North countries and so are countries situating in the South. North and South depending on the development of these countries in terms of economy, education,...

• Recording video: I've never thought about this method before because I thing it's so time-consuming. After today lesson, I've realised that this is an effective way to reflect myself after a lesson. This helps me find my strengths and weaknesses, so that I can consolidate and improve my skills.

• Self-management: Managing myself in diffenrent aspects are important. Moving to a big city for university means facing with numerous of temptations, so learning how to manage myself is one of the top priorites.

  3. 2 things I will apply to achieve my future PD

• Self-monitoring: trying to using different tools to help me with this (recording video, audio, lesson report)

• Public speaking: improving public speaking skill instead of focusing solely on literary aspect.

2. Three important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Self-monitoring: I realized this is not simply “noticing myself while teaching,” but a systematic process that helps me see the gap between what I think I do and what I actually do. It matters to me because without monitoring, I could easily stay stuck in old habits.

• Teaching journal: A journal gives me a private space to record experiences and emotions. Later, these notes can show patterns in my teaching. This is important because I usually forget small details after class, even though those details often hold the key to improvement.

• Reflection: Both chapters emphasize this idea. For me, reflection is not just “thinking back,” but purposeful thinking that transforms daily experiences into real professional learning

  3. Two things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

  • I will write structured notes after each lesson, not only about what students did, but also about what they actually learned, what supported their learning, and what obstacles appeared. This will help me see the classroom from the students’ perspective.

  • I plan to experiment with recording my lessons (audio or video). Although it may feel uncomfortable at first, I believe reviewing recordings will help me notice things about my teaching style, pace, or interaction that I usually miss. This will be an important step for my growth.

I spent time reading them to understand the main idea

03 important key words you have learnt in today's lesson. Why are they important to you?

• Journal writing: a useful tool to record my learning and growth.

• Global North vs Global South: broadens my understanding of education in different contexts.

• Self-monitoring: it helps me improve my teaching.

02 things you will apply to achieve your future professional development.

• Practice journal writing regularly.

• Use self-monitoring to evaluate my lessons

I read the material at home quite carefully and found it both engaging and insightful.

Three important keywords I learned today are self-monitoring, lesson reports, and objective feedback. These concepts stand out to me because they shift the responsibility for professional growth onto myself. Self-monitoring empowers me to take charge of my own teaching improvement, instead of waiting for external evaluation. A lesson report is a practical tool I can immediately use to capture what actually happens in class, beyond just what I plan. Finally, objective feedback—whether from audio or video recordings—shows the gap between my perception and reality, which can be surprising but essential for real progress.

For my future professional development, I will apply two strategies. First, I will start writing short lesson reports after class to process what happened and identify patterns I might otherwise overlook. Second, I will begin recording some of my lessons, even if it feels a bit intimidating. I believe reviewing these recordings will reveal valuable insights into my teaching habits and student interactions. Together, these practices will help me become a more reflective and effective teacher.

Your presentation slides are visually appealing and packed with very useful information. It's clear that you have thoroughly researched the content from the book. Your delivery was confident and engaging, and I especially appreciated how one of you shared personal experiences to make the information more accessible. To help consolidate the learning, it might be a good idea to include a quiz for the class to reinforce key concepts.

3 Key Words I Learnt and Found Important about Teaching Journal:

1. Reflective Practice: The teaching journal serves as a tool for ongoing reflection, allowing teachers to analyze their classroom experiences, identify patterns, and gain new insights into their teaching methods and student learning.

2. Collaborative Dialogue: Sharing journals with peers or supervisors fosters meaningful discussions, feedback, and collective problem-solving, enhancing professional development through shared experiences.

3. Stream-of-Consciousness Writing: This approach encourages teachers to write freely and openly without worrying about structure or grammar, helping them capture raw thoughts and emotions that can later be analyzed for deeper understanding.

2 Things I Heard from Dr. Cao Phuong's Sharing That I Will Consider Learning More About Later:

1. Social Justice in Education: I was inspired by the emphasis on equity in education, particularly the need to support all students, including those with physical disabilities. This has motivated me to explore inclusive teaching strategies and how to create a fair learning environment for everyone.

2. Purpose and Self-Identity: Dr. Cao Phuong’s insights on finding a deeper purpose for our actions, understanding our identity at different life stages, and taking practical steps to achieve our goals resonated with me. I plan to reflect on my own professional journey and learn how to align my actions with meaningful objectives.

Your slides were clear, attractive, and filled with useful information. It’s obvious you researched the book carefully. The delivery was confident and engaging, and I especially liked how you connected personal experiences to make the topic relatable. To strengthen the lesson, you could consider adding a short quiz to check understanding.

2. 3 key words you have learnt and found important about teaching journal

• Reflection – because the main purpose is to think about what worked well and what didn’t.

• Observation – since you write down what you noticed in your class (students’ reactions, participation, challenges).

• Improvement – the journal helps teachers plan changes and do better next time.

3. 2 things you heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong’s sharing) you will consider learning more about later

•  Teacher Well-being and Resilience
  I realized how important it is for teachers to take care of their own mental health and build resilience. If teachers are balanced and motivated, they can better support their students. I want to learn more about strategies for stress management and maintaining passion for teaching.

• Lifelong Learning and Professional Growth
  Dr. Cao Phuong’s sharing also made me think about being a lifelong learner. Teaching is not only about giving knowledge but also about continuously developing ourselves. I want to explore more about professional development opportunities, such as action research, workshops, and peer collaboration.

+ 3 key words you learnt and found important about Teaching Journal :

• Observations: in a teaching journal are important for reflecting on lessons, understanding student behavior, and improving teaching methods.

• Exchanging ideas: supports professional growth and enriches classroom practices.

• Review your journal: to see what you can learn from them.

  +2 things you heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) you will consider learning more about later:

• Teacher Health being - especially mental health, is essential for effective teaching, as it impacts classroom atmosphere, student relationships, and overall performance.This influences me because teachers are leaders, and their mental health can impact students and the classroom atmosphere.

• Purpose and self-identity: According to Dr Cao Phuong's sharing this give people direction and confidence, helping them make better choices and stay motivated. Without them, people may feel lost or uncertain. This helps me to improve my teaching and relationships with students for my future .

Your group explained the concept of Teaching Journal in a clear way. I love the part where some members shared real challenges they had to deal with when teaching students and the solutions they applied. It made the presentation very practical and relatable.

3 key words I learnt:

• Teaching journal: Personally, I have quite a bad memory, so I believe writing things down in a teaching journal is an effective way for me to reflect and not forget what actually happened in class.

• Stream-of-consciousness process: I find this important because it shows that writing in a journal doesn’t always have to be formal. Teachers can write freely, which makes reflection more authentic and less stressful.

• Procedural comment: I find this useful because it not only helps me review whether my lesson procedures were effective, but also gives me ideas and feedback that I can use to make improvements.

2 things from Dr. Cao Phuong’s sharing I will consider learning more about later:

• Social justice in education: I want to explore this further. In reality, not everyone has the same access to education (some students may come from poor families or struggle with health problems). I believe understanding this concept will help me become a more responsible and empathetic teacher in the future. Maybe I need to focus more on underprivileged students, as they often face more barriers and need extra support.

• The book "Atomic Habits": It’s a little off-topic.This title sounds familiar to me but I can't remember where I heard it before. I may read it in the future. However, I admit that I tend to procrastinate, so I am trying to build a habit of setting aside time to read books.

Great job on your presentation! Group 9 had a solid understanding of the material and had done your research thoroughly. The delivery was clear and confident, and I especially liked the inclusion of personal experiences. Despite the challenges of an online setting, you made a strong effort to engage learners by using box chat. To further support learning, consider including a short quiz or interactive activity to help reinforce the main ideas.

3 key words I learnt and found important about Teaching Journal

- Set goals for journal teaching - Before beginning, it's essential to decide why you want to keep a journal and what you hope to achieve through it. Having a purpose gives direction and meaning to your entries.

- A stream - of - consciousness approach - This approach focuses more on capturing honest thoughts, emotions, and teaching experiences, rather than worrying about grammar, structure, or writing style. It reminded me that reflection is about authenticity, and sometimes the most valuable insights come from unfiltered, spontaneous writing.

- The audience for teaching journal - the writer, other teachers, and supervisors

2 things you heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) I will consider learning more about later

- The mental well-being of teachers - It’s important to recognize the emotional and psychological challenges that teachers may face. Supporting mental health not only helps teachers stay motivated and effective but also creates a positive learning environment for students.

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time - i think it is important to arrange time available to implement a writing journal, may be we can try to start from the small step through short journal with some key points

discipline - i think it should be consistent to be effective and systematic

sharing - if I have a chance, I think I will encourage my colleagues to write and share to each other to have more insights about other's experiences.

• 2 things you heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) you will consider learning more about later

I think that the book The wealth that money can't buy that she mentioned in the lesson is interesting, i will find to read it.

I tend to limit assessment in grading, formative assessment and summative assessment, after this lesson, i need to pay attention to my students in some other aspects too.

They know the way to interact with audiences by asking some questions and missions to check their understanding.

3 key words I learnt and found important about Teaching Journal

• doing teaching journal on regular basis

• feel free to write down all the things on the head when writing journal without scary of making mistakes

• teacher - the first audience of teaching journal

2 things I heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) I will consider learning more about later

• I will read 3 books that she is reading too in the near future.

• 3 things that need to be nurtured: mental health, physical health, mental.

1. I read both articles but only got the main ideas, not all details.

2. Three key words I learnt:

   - Critical reflection: helps me see strengths and weaknesses.

   - Global North/South: shows inequality beyond geography.

   - Self-regulation: important for managing time and motivation.

3. Two things I will apply:

   - Keep a short learning journal after lessons.

   - Use recording tools to monitor and improve my performance.

The group delivered a clear and engaging presentation, successfully connecting the teaching journal concept to real-life classroom scenarios. To strengthen the lesson, consider adding a short quiz or simple questions to check the audience's immediate understanding and retention.

2. 3 Key Takeaways about Teaching Journal:

- Reflection: The primary purpose is to consistently think about what worked and what didn't in a lesson.

- Observation: It's a tool to systematically record students' reactions, participation, and challenges in the class.

3- Improvement: It enables teachers to plan and implement effective changes for the next time, driving continuous growth.

3. 2 Topics to Learn More About (from Dr. Cao Phương's sharing):

- Teacher Well-being and Resilience: I realized the critical link between a teacher's mental health and effective teaching. I need to explore strategies for stress management and maintaining passion in the long term.

- Lifelong Learning and Professional Growth: Dr. Cao Phương inspired me to embrace the idea of being a continuous learner. I will investigate professional development opportunities like action research, workshops, and peer collaboration to expand my expertise.

1. Comment on Presentation Group (Teaching Journal):
   The group gave a clear and engaging presentation that effectively connected the idea of a teaching journal to real classroom situations. To make the session even stronger, it might be helpful to include a short quiz or a few simple questions to check the audience’s immediate understanding and retention.

2. Three Key Takeaways about Teaching Journal:

• Reflection: Its main purpose is to help teachers consistently think about what worked well and what could be improved in a lesson.

• Observation: It serves as a structured tool to record students’ reactions, participation, and difficulties during class.

• Improvement: By reflecting and observing, teachers can plan and implement changes that lead to continuous growth and more effective teaching.

3. Two Topics I Want to Explore Further (from Dr. Cao Phương’s sharing):

• Teacher Well-being and Resilience: I realized how closely a teacher’s mental health is tied to effective teaching. I would like to learn more strategies for stress management and for sustaining long-term passion in the profession.

• Lifelong Learning and Professional Growth: Dr. Cao Phương’s talk encouraged me to embrace the mindset of being a continuous learner. I want to explore professional development opportunities such as action research, workshops, and peer collaboration to further develop my teaching expertise.

2. Three keywords of Teaching Journals: Reflection, Observation, Learn from experiences

3. Two valuable things from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing:

- I should reduce the time I spend on social media and instead use that time to build a reading habit, which will not only improve my knowledge but also strengthen my focus ability since I always find it challenging to complete a book.

- I heard that there are many ways to boost dopamine naturally. So I searched it and found out some ways: exercising regularly, setting and achieving small goals, listening to uplifting music, spending time outdoors. I realized that I hardly do anything from this list but only wasting my free time on social media. I think I should begin with doing exercises.

• Reflection: teacher can reflect their teaching practice and find out what has been successful and what to improve

• Audience: there are many audience, and the primary audience for a teaching journal is the teacher

• Review: teachers should review their journal entries regularly to see what they can learn from them

1. 2 things I heard from Dr. Cao Phuong’s sharing that I will consider learning more later

• 9 (I don’t remember the exact number :(( ) valuable things that rich people have. I want to research on this topic and try to have at least 5 🥹🥹

• I love the way Dr. Cao Phuong write her books and research, it encourages me to study and do research

2.3 key words I learnt and found important about Teaching Journal

- Reflection: I think it is the core purpose of a teaching journal. The teaching journal serves as a means of documenting teaching experiences and teacher can use these experiences to enhance what have done and what need to improve.

- Observation: teacher can use this tool to check their assumptions, they may know what they focused too much on their lesson enough and not enough on what the students were actually doing.

- Audience: in a teaching journal, the audience dictates its purpose, focus and an edited or stream-of-consciousness style is appropriate.

3.2 things from Dr. Cao Phuong’s sharing I will consider learning more about later:

- “the wealthy that money can’t buy” : I find interesting when she mentioned it. The title makes me wonder that “ may I find something that more invaluable than money in the material society?”

- Be a lifelong learner: dr. Cao Phuong helps me realize that teaching does not mean just giving students knowledge. The teachers need to develop themselves to gain more opportunities.

Three key words I learnt and found important about Teaching Journal

• Reflection: A useful tool for teachers to critically assess their own teaching and make improvements for future lessons.

• Observation: Helps teachers notice subtle aspects of classroom interaction, which can guide better instructional choices.

• Discipline: Highlights the importance of maintaining consistency and self-regulation in keeping a teaching journal as part of professional growth.

Two things I heard from Dr. Cao Phuong’s sharing that I would like to explore further

• Developing a consistent reading habit and delving into the books she suggested as a way to broaden knowledge and enhance teaching practice.

• Adopting the mindset of lifelong learning as a foundation for sustainable professional growth

The presentation was well -prepared and constructive, and each part was clear and easy to follow. I think the presentation would be better if the slides included more pictures  to capture the audience’s attention. Overall , the presentation was great and informative.

3 key words you learned and found important about teaching Journal

- Reflection: I think reflection is the central of a teaching journal. After each lesson, teachers will try to write down what happens, what worked well, what challenges teachers faced, and how Ss responded. This helps teachers see patterns overtime and improve lesson plan for the next lesson.

- Observation: Teachers observe classroom by some tools like video and audio recording which provides the raw material for reflection. Basing on observation, teachers can note down student’s behaviors, engagement, misunderstandings, and so on. These observations help teachers understand what is really happening in their class. Therefore, they can journal down correctly in case of forgetting

- Sharing: Sharing makes a journal more powerful. Through sharing, teachers’ reflection become richer, and also learn from other’s experiences. This exchange of ideas creates a supportive learning community where teachers grow together and discover new strategies to improve their practice.

2 things you heard  (from Dr. Cao Phuong’s sharing) you will consider learning more about later

- Read more books: as Dr. Cao Phuong shared , she has read many books for herself development. I think I will by some of the books that she reviewed, read it carefully, and spend less time on surfing the internet

- Nurturing mental , physical and brain health: It is important for me to me to take care of my overall well-being. I plan to practice mindfulness to support my mental health, do regular exercise to stay physically active, and maintain healthy habits

The presentation by Group 9 was excellent: it was well-prepared, interesting, and highly informative. A clear effort was made to engage the audience, notably by asking questions and providing discussion tasks to maintain attention and encourage interaction.

2. Key Learnings on the Teaching Journal

Three essential and important concepts I took away about the Teaching Journal are:

• Reflection: This is the core purpose of the journal. It's a tool for documenting teaching experiences, allowing the teacher to look back, evaluate what they've done well, and identify areas that need improvement.

• Observation: The journal helps a teacher validate their assumptions. By reviewing observations, a teacher might realize they focused too heavily on their own lesson delivery and not enough on what the students were actually doing and learning.

• Audience: The intended audience of the journal is critical, as it determines its purpose, focus, and whether a more formal, edited style or a looser, stream-of-consciousness approach is more appropriate.

3. Future Learning Points from Dr. Cao Phuong’s Sharing

Two concepts shared by Dr. Cao Phuong that I plan to explore further are:

• “The wealth that money can’t buy”: This phrase was particularly intriguing. The title made me question whether it's possible to find something more invaluable than money in our current material-focused society.

• Being a lifelong learner: Dr. Cao Phuong helped me recognize that the role of a teacher extends beyond simply imparting knowledge. Teachers must also commit to self-development to continually gain new opportunities and grow professionally.

Today's presentation was very carefully prepared and contained a lot of useful information. Group 9 delivered the lesson that was interesting and successful engaging participants, and connected with their real experiences during the teaching learning progress.

3 key words you learnt and found important about Teaching Journal

• Journal writing: can help me realize my own strengths and weaknesses and then question, explore, and analyze the way I teach for improvement.

• Observation: By observing and analysing, I can see emerging patterns, and by interpreting these patterns, I can also draw lessons for myself to grow and mature.

• Stream-of-consciousness: I see this as very important because it helps to record teaching journals authentically, focusing on real experiences rather than being too concerned with formal accuracy

2 things you heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) you will consider learning more about later.

• Social justice in Education: We all know that every child has different circumstances (literacy skills, economic conditions, access to education,...) which makes me think about how we can help them access to the same opportunities and outcomes.

• Mental Well-Being: I feel that I haven't really been paying attention to my mental health and have been wasting too much time on social media. I used to think that this would help me get back to work faster because I just needed to put my phone down instead of going out to exercise or do something else. After reading the article Ms Phương sent, I found that there are many ways to build mental health instead of letting myself fall into a state of "brain-rot". I think I need to pay more attention to overcome this issue.

- 3 key words: journal writing, review, discipline

- 2 useful things:

• I suddenly realized that it’s not really about what I read, but how I read. The more important thing is how I can create excitement within myself to actually begin a book, and even more, how I can keep that excitement alive so that reading becomes a lasting joy rather than just a task. This shift in perspective made me feel more connected to the process of learning and reminded me that passion is what keeps knowledge alive.

• Recently, I’ve started to care more about brain health. This made me reflect deeply on myself and question whether I truly love and take care of myself as much as I believed T.T .I often spend too much time on social media just for entertainment, instead of using it to learn and grow. This made me see that truly caring for myself means making better choices for my mind and my future..

- 3 Key Words I found important about Teaching Journal:

+ Procedural comment: helps track teaching methods and reflect on what works.

+ Exchanging ideas: a great way to share and develop ideas with others.

+ Stream of consciousness: this approach makes the journal more personal and spontaneous.

- 2 Things I want to learn more about from Dr. Cao Phuong's sharing:

+ The role of reading habits.

+ The importance of lifelong learning

3 key words:

• Journal writing – helps me reflect on my lessons, recognize my strengths and weaknesses, and improve my teaching strategies.

• Observation – gives me useful insights into classroom dynamics and my students’ learning progress.

• Stream of consciousness – allows me to record spontaneous thoughts, making my reflection more genuine and in-depth.

2 things (from Dr. Cao Phuong’s sharing):

• Building a regular reading habit and engaging with recommended books to broaden knowledge and improve teaching practice.

• Embracing continuous learning as the foundation for sustainable professional development.

Your presentation is well-prepared and informative, but when interacting with students (or audiences), you should give instructions clearly, briefly, and sharply

B. 3 key words you learnt and found important about Teaching Journal

- Audiences in teaching journals: Previously, I thought that audiences were only students, but now I know that they include teachers, colleagues, and supervisors

- Collaborative Dialogue: Sharing journals with peers or supervisors fosters meaningful discussions, feedback, and enhances professional development

- Review your journal: to see what you can learn from it

C. 2 things you heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) you will consider learning more about later

- I will read "Atomic Habits" that she recommended

- Social Justice in Education: I want to explore inclusive teaching strategies and how to create a fair learning environment for everyone

3 key words you learnt and found important about Teaching Journal

• Journal writing: helps me reflect on my strengths and weaknesses, question my practice, and find ways to improve.

• Observation: allows me to notice patterns, analyze them, and draw lessons for personal growth.

• Stream-of-consciousness: important for authentic reflection, capturing real teaching experiences without worrying too much about formality.

2 things you heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) you will consider learning more about later:

• Social justice in education: reminds me of the different circumstances that learners face (literacy, finance, access) and the need to create fair opportunities for all.

• Mental well-being: I realised I often ignore my mental health and waste time on social media. The article Dr.Cao Phuong sent showed me practical ways to maintain well-being, and I plan to pay more attention to this issue.

3 key words I learnt about Teaching Journal:

• Reflection – to review what worked and what didn’t.

• Observation – to track students’ reactions and learning process.

• Improvement – to plan changes for better teaching outcomes.

2 things I want to explore more (from Dr. Cao Phuong’s sharing):

• Teacher well-being and resilience – strategies to manage stress and stay motivated.

• Lifelong learning – ways to keep growing professionally through continuous development.

3 Key Words I Learned and Found Important about Teaching Journal:

• Reflection: looking back to improve teaching.

• Intrapersonal/Dialogue Journal: for self-reflection or sharing with peers.

• Professional Development: journals support continuous teacher growth.

2 Things from Dr. Cao Phuong’s Sharing I Will Consider Learning More About Later:

1. Social justice in education and how it can be addressed through reflective teaching.

2. Wealthlife – the wealth that money cannot buy, such as knowledge, empathy, and values.

Because i'm a group presentation so I have no comment and really happy for getting feedback from my classmate.

• 3 key words you learnt and found

  important about Teaching Journal

1. Reflection = Writing a journal helps me look back at what worked and what didn’t in my teaching.

2. Share writing journal = Sharing allows me to exchange ideas with peers and learn from different perspectives.

3. feedback and revise = Getting comments and revising improves my teaching practice and journal writing quality.

• 2 things you heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) you will consider learning more about later

1. How to write a teaching journal effectively – She mentioned how difficult it was at first, so I want to learn strategies to make my own journal more meaningful and professional.

2. Balancing professional growth and personal well-being – From her experience in New Zealand, she emphasized not only becoming an English professional but also taking care of health. I want to learn more about how to manage both teaching responsibilities and health care effectively.

2. Three Key Takeaways about Teaching Journals:

• Reflection: The main purpose is to regularly evaluate what was effective and what needs improvement in each lesson.

• Observation: It serves as a structured way to document students’ behaviors, engagement levels, and learning difficulties.

• Improvement: It helps teachers design and apply better strategies for future lessons, fostering continuous professional growth.

3. Two Topics to Learn More About (from Dr. Cao Phương’s Sharing):

• Teacher Well-being and Resilience: I realized how closely a teacher’s mental health is tied to their teaching performance. I want to learn more about ways to manage stress and sustain enthusiasm over time.

• Lifelong Learning and Professional Growth: Dr. Cao Phương encouraged me to adopt the mindset of a lifelong learner. I plan to explore professional development avenues such as action research, workshops, and collaboration with peers to enhance my teaching expertise.

The group demonstrated clearly and had  an effective way to interact with the audience

3 Key Learnings about the Teaching Journal

• Doing a teaching journal on a regular basis.

• Feel free to write down mistakes I made, which help me to improve better.

• Teachers, colleagues, and supervisors are audiences in teaching journals.

2 Things I Will Consider Learning More About (from Dr. Cao Phuong's sharing)

• read one of three book Dr. Cao Phuong mentioned “Atomic habits”

• avoid spend much time on  watching tiktok

Your presentation was engaging and informative. I appreciated the way presenters gave interactive questions for audience to keep them involved in the lesson.

3 key words I have learnt and found important about Teaching Journal

• Discipline: commitment, consistency, and responsibility in tracking teaching progress and professional growth.

• Reflection: Thinking about what worked and what didn’t helps teachers improve their methods and understand students better.

• Review: looking back at previous entries to evaluate the progress, and identify what changes or improvements have worked. It helps teachers learn from experience and plan more effectively for future lessons.

2 things I heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) I will consider learning more about later

• I should spend at least one hour on deep learning every day to strengthen my teaching skills and support my professional development.

• I should take good care of my health and well-being to maintain both physical and mental balance. Staying healthy helps me stay energetic, positive, and focused, which allows me to teach effectively and enjoy my professional growth.

2. Three Key Takeaways about the Teaching Journal:

• Reflection: The main goal of a teaching journal is to consistently reflect on what aspects of a lesson were successful and which ones could be improved.

• Observation: It serves as a tool for systematically recording students’ reactions, participation levels, and challenges during class activities.

• Improvement: It helps teachers design and implement meaningful adjustments for future lessons, fostering continuous professional growth.

3. Two Topics to Explore Further (inspired by Dr. Cao Phương’s sharing):

• Teacher Well-being and Resilience: I became aware of the vital connection between teachers’ mental health and effective teaching. I intend to learn more about strategies for managing stress and sustaining enthusiasm over the long term.

• Lifelong Learning and Professional Growth: Dr. Cao Phương encouraged me to adopt the mindset of a lifelong learner. I plan to explore professional development opportunities such as action research, workshops, and peer collaboration to broaden my knowledge and expertise.

3 key words:

• Reflection: This is the heart of a teaching journal. It allows teachers to think deeply about their classroom experiences, evaluate their actions, and learn from both successes and mistakes.

• Improvement: Writing regularly in a teaching journal helps teachers recognize areas for growth and gradually develop more effective teaching strategies.

• Self-awareness: By reviewing one’s own teaching, teachers become more aware of their strengths, weaknesses, and personal teaching styles. This awareness supports long-term professional development.

2 things to learn more about later:

• After Dr. Cao Phuong's lesson, I realized the importance of lifelong learning for everyone, not just a teacher. Knowledge is limitless, and learning is never enough.

• I know that I have spent too much time on social media platforms, watching numerous short videos, which is gradually impairing my cognitive abilities and memory. I also recognize that, over the last few years, my memory has become worse; I find it challenging to retain information for extended periods, which I suppose is the result of continuously absorbing various types of constant information. It's time for me to get rid of these terrible habits, or it will be too late for any repair.

The presentation of Group 9 is well-organized, engaging, and informative. I love the way you interact with the audience and successfully capture their attention throughout the presentation.

3 key words you learnt and found important about Teaching Journal:

Observation – reflection – improvement.

2 things you heard (from Dr.Cao Phuong's sharing) you will consider learning more about later:

• Try to be open-minded and think from the perspective of the Global South.

• Always be a lifelong learner.

One thing I don’t like about teaching portfolios, however, is that they require a lot of time and effort to compile. Gathering all the documents, certificates, transcripts, evaluations, and letters of recommendation can be overwhelming. Sometimes it feels more like an administrative task than a chance for self-expression. Still, I can see that once the portfolio is complete, it becomes a very powerful tool to represent myself as a professional educator.

But honestly, one thing I don’t like about them is that they take a lot of time and effort to put together. Finding the right materials, writing reflections, and organizing everything neatly can be stressful, especially when I’m busy with other teaching tasks. Still, I think it’s worth doing because it helps me become more thoughtful and confident in my teaching.

On the other hand, I find the process of putting together a teaching portfolio quite demanding. Collecting different kinds of documents—such as certificates, evaluations, and recommendation letters—takes a lot of time and organization. What’s more, if I don’t make it a habit to reflect and gather evidence regularly, it becomes even harder to compile later on. It requires consistent effort, not just at the end of a semester or year. Despite these challenges, I understand that once completed, the portfolio serves as a powerful reflection of my professional identity.

I really like that because a teaching portfolio allows me to create and organize my own teaching journey. By looking through it, I can reflect on everything I’ve experienced during my teaching career. It works almost like a professional diary - a place where I can collect real evidence of my work, show my growth, authentic evaluations and feedbacks from my students, as well as build something personal instead of copying from others.
It also helps me design my own portfolio in a clear, practical order that is useful for employers and highlights my real teaching experience.

2. One thing you don’t like about it

One drawback is that a teaching portfolio can become very long, and not everyone will have the time or patience to read everything in detail.

- 1 thing I don’t like about it:
One thing I don’t like about teaching portfolios is that it takes a lot of time and effort to prepare. Gathering evidence, writing reflections, and organizing everything neatly can be quite challenging, especially when I have other academic tasks to do. However, I still think it’s a meaningful process that helps me become a more professional and thoughtful teacher in the future.

One thing I don’t like about it:
It often takes a lot of time to collect and organize materials, especially when I have to select the most relevant evidence, format documents properly, and reflect thoughtfully on each item. This can feel overwhelming during busy teaching weeks.

The most valuable aspect is the opportunity for deep reflection and self-appraisal. It serves as a source of review and reflection, prompting the teacher to engage in a comprehensive self-assessment of different aspects of their work.

1 Thing I don't like about a teaching portfolio

The most common difficulty reported is the significant time commitment. Assembling a portfolio takes a considerable amount of time and is best viewed as an ongoing long-term endeavor. Because of the time investment, teachers are advised to set realistic goals and narrow the contents of the portfolio, particularly at the outset.

 Teaching portfolios allow educators to deeply reflect on their teaching practices and track their professional growth over time. They serve as a meaningful tool for self-evaluation, helping teachers recognize their strengths, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for future development. Moreover, by documenting accomplishments, innovative teaching strategies, and classroom experiences, teachers can clearly see how their teaching philosophy and methods have evolved. This process not only enhances professional awareness but also fosters a stronger sense of pride and purpose in one’s teaching journey.

2. 1 thing you don’t like about it

They can be extremely time-consuming to prepare and maintain. Collecting evidence, writing reflections, and organizing materials often require a significant amount of effort and attention to detail. At times, the process may feel more like a bureaucratic or administrative requirement rather than a genuine opportunity for creative self-expression. For busy teachers who are already managing lesson planning, grading, and other responsibilities, compiling a portfolio can feel overwhelming and burdensome, which may take away from the true purpose of reflection and growth..

One thing I don’t like about teaching portfolios is that preparing them can be time-consuming. It takes effort to collect and organize all the materials, and sometimes the focus is too much on how things look rather than what they truly mean. I wish the process were simpler and more about reflection than just documentation.

One thing I don’t like about teaching portfolios, though, is that they can sometimes become too time-consuming or performative. Many teachers end up spending hours designing a “perfect-looking” portfolio instead of focusing on meaningful reflection or improvement. When that happens, the portfolio turns into a showcase of appearances rather than a genuine record of learning and development.

One thing I don’t like about a teaching portfolio is that it can be difficult and time-consuming to prepare. Selecting suitable materials, writing meaningful reflections, and organizing everything in a logical and visually appealing way require a lot of effort. For me, balancing this preparation with daily teaching duties can be quite challenging.

What I really like about a teaching portfolio is that it gives teachers the opportunity to reflect deeply on their own teaching practice. Through collecting documents, lesson plans, student feedback, and reflections, teachers can see their professional growth over time. It serves as a kind of “mirror,” helping them understand their strengths, teaching style, and the progress they have made in their career. I also appreciate that it encourages self-assessment and goal setting. By reviewing what they have done, teachers can plan where they want to go next and identify areas for improvement. In this way, the teaching portfolio becomes a valuable tool for both personal and professional development.

1 thing you don't like about it:

I dislike that making a portfolio takes a lot of time and effort. It can be hard to choose what to include and keep it updated while managing other teaching duties.

- One thing I don’t like: I don’t like that creating a teaching portfolio can be time-consuming.

Every school or evaluator seems to have different expectations, which sometimes makes it confusing to know what counts as a “good” portfolio.

However, what I really like is that a teaching portfolio allows me to show my personal teaching identity. It’s not just about documents or scores — it’s a space where I can express who I am as a teacher and what makes my classroom unique.

It displays my teaching work and can be used when applying for a new position or a promotion. It also shows how I have developed and improved as a teacher over time.

1 thing you don't like about it:

It definitely takes a lot of time to prepare, and sometimes I need to think carefully about what to include in my portfolio.

I like that a teaching portfolio can be useful for professional development. Teachers can use it to reflect on their strengths and weaknesses in order to improve their teaching. Moreover, it can also be a useful document for others to learn from or use as a reference.

1 thing you don't like about it

I think it can take a lot of time to complete

1 thing I don’t like: I think it can be very time-consuming to create and maintain. We have to collect lesson plans, student work, certificates, and reflections, which takes a lot of effort and organization

I like that a teaching portfolio — especially the Philosophy of Education section — encourages me to reflect on my own beliefs, growth, and teaching practices. It helps me see how my methods and values evolve over time, showing clear evidence of my professional development and improvement. Through this process, I can reflect on my strengths and areas to improve, which guides me in planning my further development as a teacher. It also becomes a personal record that reminds me of my progress and motivates me to keep growing.

• 1 thing you don't like about it

I think that teaching portfolio can be time-consuming to maintain and update, especially when teachers are busy with daily teaching tasks.

The part I find challenging is the significant investment of time and mental energy it requires. The struggle begins with the "how" like the daunting task of sifting through a year's worth of materials to decide what truly represents my best work. This curation process is mentally taxing because I constantly question my choices, worrying about what to include or omit. Why is this so difficult? Because teaching is inherently about looking forward to the next lesson or student need, and the portfolio demands that I pause, look back, and judge my own practice. This introspection can feel overwhelming and sometimes stressful, as if I am adding a major project to an already full schedule. It forces me to confront gaps in my practice I might otherwise overlook, which is valuable but undeniably demanding.

1 thing I don't like about teaching portfolios: It can be time-consuming because I need to reflect on what I did in my career with a lot of focused teaching areas, such as assessment, classroom management, etc.

One thing I really like about teaching portfolios is that they allow teachers to reflect on their professional growth in a very concrete way. By collecting lesson plans, feedback, and student work, I can actually see how my teaching has evolved over time. It’s not just a record of what I’ve done — it’s also a tool that helps me understand my strengths, identify areas for improvement, and become a more effective and self-aware teacher.

*One thing I don’t like about teaching portfolios

One thing I don’t like about teaching portfolios is that they can be quite time-consuming to create and maintain. Organizing all the evidence, writing reflections, and keeping everything updated requires a lot of effort. Sometimes it feels more like fulfilling a formal requirement than a natural part of teaching practice — especially when deadlines are tight or when there isn’t enough guidance on what to include.

one thing i really like about teaching portfolios is that they give me a sense of ownership over my growth. When I look back at what I have collected, I can actually see how I grow over time. It is not just a collection of documents, for me, it feels like a story of my journey as a teacher. This makes me more aware of my strengths, and it motivates me to keep improving. In a way, the portfolio acts like a mirror because it shows me not only what I have achieved but also what I can still work on. And right now, when I look back, I realize it is almost empty.

- 1 thing i don't like:

one thing I do not like is that it consume a lot of time. Preparing a teaching portfolio requires selecting evidence, writing reflections, and organizing everything in a meaningful way. And also I find it hard to decide what to include or exclude because I want the portfolio to be both comprehensive and concise.

One thing I don’t like when making a teaching portfolio is that it takes a lot of time to collect and organize all the materials. Sometimes it’s hard to decide which documents or artifacts to include, and I feel unsure if I have chosen the best examples of my work.

3 key words I learned:

• Teaching journal: Since I often forget things, keeping a teaching journal helps me reflect and remember what actually happened in class.

• Stream-of-consciousness process: I realized that journal writing doesn’t have to be formal — teachers can write freely, which makes reflection more genuine and less stressful.

• Procedural comment: This helps me review how effective my lesson steps were and gives me ideas to improve next time.

2 things from Dr. Cao Phuong’s sharing I want to learn more about:

• Social justice in education: I want to explore how different students face unequal learning opportunities. Understanding this will help me become a more caring and responsible teacher, especially toward disadvantaged students.

• The book Atomic Habits: I’ve heard about this book before and would like to read it to build better study and teaching habits, though I still need to overcome my procrastination.

1 thing I don’t like about it:
One thing I don’t like about teaching portfolios is that they can be quite time-consuming and demanding to complete. We have to gather teaching-related document, organize them carefully, and write detailed reflections for each part. Also, it can be challenging to decide what to include and how to present our work in a clear and meaningful way.

1 thing I don't like about it:
One thing I find challenging about teaching portfolios is that they cover a wide range of teaching aspects and in some way, I feel that my teaching practice doesn’t fully address all of these components, which makes me worry that my portfolio might seem incomplete.

• 1 thing you don't like about it

  One thing I really like about teaching portfolios is that they include a teaching philosophy section. Writing this part helps me clearly express what I believe about teaching and learning, and it reminds me why I do what I do. As Richards says, a portfolio acts like a “mirror,” helping teachers reflect on their values and growth. That is something I find deeply meaningful.

  
  

• 1 thing you don't like about it

  However, what I don’t like is how time-consuming it is to collect and organize all the materials. It takes a lot of effort to keep everything updated, so sometimes it feels more like paperwork than reflection.

I think the teaching portfolio is a useful tools to store and record teacher's teaching practices and experiences; moreover, I find it beneficial to record methods, techniques which teacher used and found it useful. Building relationships is a part that surprised me, I think that recording some experiences like this is similar to write diaries about people who you met.

• 1 thing you don't like about it

  I may not maintain the habit to document things like this for a long time because it need much time to classify and arrange things properly in a binder like in the video

one thing i do not like is: the time-consuming to prepare and requires a lot of time, effort to complied and collected the evidence.

However, maintaining a teaching portfolio also requires a lot of time and effort. It requires teachers to have perseverance and systematic synthesis, which can be difficult for most teachers.

2. Three Key Words of Teaching Journals

• Reflection: Thinking deeply about what happens in class to improve future teaching.

• Observation: Noticing what students do and how lessons actually unfold.

• Learn from Experiences: Using classroom events—both successes and failures—as valuable lessons for professional growth.

3. Two Valuable Lessons from Dr. Cao Phuong’s Sharing

• Building a Reading Habit:
  I realized that I spend too much time on social media. I should use that time to build a reading habit instead. Reading more will expand my knowledge and improve my concentration, which I often struggle with when trying to finish a book.

• Boosting Dopamine Naturally:
  After hearing about this topic, I researched ways to boost dopamine naturally, such as exercising regularly, setting and achieving small goals, listening to uplifting music, and spending time outdoors. I noticed that I rarely do these things and often waste my free time online. From now on, I plan to start small—by exercising more regularly to improve both my mood and productivity.

One thing I don’t like about it
One thing I don’t like about it is that it takes time and effort to complete and update, which is quite challenging for me since I’m a bit absent-minded. However, the benefits outweigh the time it takes, so I’ll make a clear plan to ensure that each piece of evidence of my teaching work is kept for future reference.

However, there are several things that I would not say I dislike about it (there's nothing I dislike about teaching portfolio), but I feel it would be challenging, is that I'm still vague on where to gather necessary evidences for each section of my teaching portfolio: like what kind of certificate I should obtain, what is the kind of "teacher" that I want to become, what is my teaching philosophy, at present time are there any things at each section that I can include in my teaching portfolio?... I'm afraid my record might still be blank if I make one now.

What I really like about teaching portfolios is how they allow teachers to look back and understand their own growth. By reviewing previous lesson plans, classroom activities, and reflections, we can see clear evidence of how our teaching skills have evolved. It’s also a great way to recognize what we do well and what still needs improvement, helping us become more thoughtful and reflective educators.

1 Thing I Don’t Like about Teaching Portfolios

However, one downside of teaching portfolios is that they require a lot of time and effort to complete. Collecting different teaching documents, organizing them logically, and writing detailed reflections can be exhausting. Another challenge is selecting which pieces best represent our work and making sure the final portfolio is well-structured and meaningful.

It is true that I rarely look back or reflect on what I have done or what I need to improve before. But now, thanks to my teaching portfolio, I have a chance to sum up, look back and think about the development in language teaching, the skills, classroom management, commitment, relationships and so on.  On top of that, teaching philosophy is an aspect that I have to question myself. 

• 1 thing I don't like about it

It requires an enormous amount of information and it's really hard to start writing down all the things. But I believe that, step by step, I can achieve my dream teaching portfolio.

1 thing I don't like about Teaching Portfolio: I don't like teaching portfolios because they take too long and are too hard to put together. Collecting all the examples, writing my thoughts down, and keeping them all organized is hard work when I have other responsibilities

What I don’t like about teaching portfolios is that they can take a lot of time and sometimes feel too showy. Many teachers spend hours trying to make their portfolio look perfect instead of using it to really think about and improve their teaching. When that happens, the portfolio becomes more about looks than about real learning and progress.

One thing I don't like about teaching portfolios, though, is that they can take a lot of time and be hard to keep up with. It needs to be well-organized, kept up to date, and documented in great detail. It can be hard to find time to keep the portfolio up to date when there are a lot of teaching tasks to do.

After being introduced to the CPD Framework, the one thing I want to apply is peer observation. I often feel isolated in my classroom, wondering if my methods are effective. I think it will give me immediate, real-life inspiration and emotional support. Seeing a colleague manage a lesson successfully would boost my confidence, and getting friendly feedback would feel much less intimidating than a formal evaluation. How I will apply this is by asking a teacher I trust if we can start a simple, informal observation exchange, just once a month, to learn from each other.

After listening to the presentation, I found the definition of novices in teaching very interesting. They are teachers in their first one to three years of practice, still developing their confidence and classroom management skills. I want to explore more about how they grow into experienced teachers and how schools can best support them.

1 thing that I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD framework:

After being introduced to the CPD framework, I want to apply the stages of development, including: awareness, understanding, engagement, and integration, to reflect on my own professional growth. This framework will help me identify where I am now and what I need to do to move to the next level in my teaching career.

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework
After learning about the CPD Framework, I want to apply the idea of setting personal development goals. It helps me plan my learning journey as a teacher, identify the skills I need to improve, and track my progress over time.

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to CPD Framework

I want to apply digital tools to support my continuous professional development. For example, I plan to use platforms such as Google Drive, Padlet, or online teacher communities to document my reflections, share ideas with colleagues, and access professional resources.

Individual and institutional perspective: I feel that this one is crucial but it’s really hard to deeply understand. 

1 thing that I want to apply after being introduced to CPD Framework

Reflecting on how inclusive my learning environment is and how I met the needs of all individuals.

• “Needs analysis” because that way can help us realise the important  things that  teachers and educational institutions base on when design lessons for students.

• 1 thing I want to apply  after being introduced to CPD framework.

• CPD Framework encouraged me to set personal development goals, which guide my teaching growth, highlight areas for improvement, and help me follow my progress.

One thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework
After exploring the CPD Framework, I want to implement the practice of setting personal development goals. This approach will help me map out my professional learning journey, pinpoint areas for improvement, and monitor my progress as I develop my teaching skills.

“Need analysis” because it’s ensures that teaching is based on learners, not just the textbook.It’s the foundation of effective, personalized, and meaningful learning

1 thing I want to apply

I will apply digital tools to enhance teaching and learning.
For example, I can use platforms like Kahoot, Padlet, or Google Classroom to make lessons more interactive and to support students’ collaboration.
This reflects the CPD Framework principle of using technology to improve learning outcomes and adapting teaching methods to learners’ needs and contexts.

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework:
After learning about the CPD Framework, I want to make better use of digital tools to support my ongoing professional growth. I plan to use platforms like Google Drive, Padlet, and online teacher communities to record my reflections, exchange ideas with colleagues, and access useful teaching resources.

1 thing that I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD framework:
Learning about the CPD framework helped me see professional growth as an ongoing process. I plan to use the stages of development — awareness, understanding, engagement, and integration — to reflect on my own teaching practice. It gives me a clear structure to think about where I currently stand, what I’ve already achieved, and what I still need to work on. I believe applying this framework will keep me motivated and focused on becoming a more confident and effective teacher over time.

I am especially interested in needs analysis within Teacher Education because I understand its value in aligning both institutional goals and my own individual professional development needs.

I wish to learn in detail how I can effectively implement my own needs analysis. This includes learning how to realistically implement self-reflection, implement peer observation techniques, and successfully gain feedback from my students.

1 thing that I want to apply after being introduced to CPD Framework:

I plan to directly implement digital resources to support me in my teaching journey.

One aspect that really caught my attention is needs analysis. I find it fascinating because it helps clarify both institutional expectations and individual development goals. I’d like to explore in more depth how teachers can carry out their own needs analysis effectively—for example through self-reflection, peer observation, or student feedback—and how these insights can be turned into actionable plans.

2. 1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework

After learning about the CPD Framework, I want to integrate digital tools into my professional development. I plan to use platforms like Google Drive, Padlet, or online teacher communities to document my reflections, exchange ideas with colleagues, and access professional materials. This will help me make my development more organized, collaborative, and sustainable.

1 thing that I want to apply after being introduced to CPD Framework: I think I can set personal learning goals to continuously to improve my teaching skills.

One thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework
After learning about the CPD Framework, I want to start setting personal development goals and using digital tools to support my growth. I believe this will help me track my progress, stay motivated, and keep evolving into a more confident and effective educator.

After being introduced to the CPD Framework, I want to apply the idea of integrating 21st-century skills such as metacognition and collaboration into my teaching practice. This framework encourages continuous self-reflection and professional growth, which I believe is essential for becoming a more adaptive and effective teacher.

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework: I want to focus on Knowledge of other professional practices. Specifically, I aim to strengthen my teaching effectiveness by learning more about how experienced teachers plan lessons, assess students, and manage classrooms. I also want to reflect on areas where I need to develop, especially in connecting my subject knowledge with real classroom applications.

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework: I want to focus on understanding and developing my professional identity. I’ve realized that being a teacher is not only about mastering teaching techniques, but also about knowing who I am as a teacher—my values, beliefs, and teaching style. I plan to reflect on my experiences during teaching practice, gather feedback from mentors and peers, and gradually shape a clear sense of who I want to become as a professional educator.

I am interested in exploring the differences between novice and expert teachers. This topic attracts me because these two groups often have distinct teaching methods, perspectives, and professional conceptions. Furthermore, I find it intriguing that the definition of a “novice teacher” in Vietnam may differ from how the term is understood in other educational contexts around the world. Understanding these differences could help me gain deeper insights into teacher development and professional identity.

1 Thing I Want to Apply After Being Introduced to the CPD Framework

After learning about the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) framework, I would like to use it as a tool to reflect on and monitor my professional growth. Applying the framework will help me track my progress, identify areas for improvement, and plan future development activities more effectively.

Upon learning about the CPD Framework, I'm eager to put 21st-century skills to use. These abilities, which comprise literacy, life, and learning skills, may empower educators, help them navigate a world that is changing quickly, and encourage them to actively and critically engage in both learning and life.

2. One thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework:
I want to apply the use of digital technologies in my teaching. I plan to explore different tools such as AI applications and interactive platforms to make lessons more engaging and efficient.

I'm really fascinated by the journey a teacher takes from being a novice to becoming an expert. It's interesting to see how these two groups can have such different approaches in the classroom, from their teaching styles to their entire outlook on the profession.

What particularly catches my attention is how the idea of a "novice teacher" might not be the same everywhere. For instance, what it means to be a new teacher in Vietnam could be quite different from the experience in other countries. Digging into these contrasts could reveal a lot about how teachers grow and shape their professional identities over time.

1 Thing I Want to Apply After Being Introduced to the CPD Framework

I've learned about the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) framework, I'm excited to use it to guide my own growth. I feel like it's a great way to help me step back and really look at my progress, figure out where I can improve, and be more intentional about planning my next steps.

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework:
After learning about the CPD Framework, I want to focus on developing my professional identity. I’ve come to see that teaching is as much about who I am as it is about what I do. Beyond mastering techniques, I want to clarify my values, beliefs, and teaching style through self-reflection, feedback from mentors and peers, and ongoing classroom experience. Over time, I hope to shape a confident and authentic professional identity that guides my growth as an educator.

I want to find out how can teachers identify and change/adapt beliefs that might limit their effectiveness? And also discovering practical ways to make my own thinking sharper to become a more independent and flexible teacher.

2) One thing I want to apply from the British Council CPD Framework is using 21st century skills in my teaching. I find this area very meaningful because it reminds me that teaching today is not only about language knowledge but also about helping students develop skills like communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. I want to design more classroom activities that encourage students to develop these skills (I didn’t pay attention to this aspect when I did my lesson plan before).

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework
After learning about the CPD Framework, I want to apply the idea of setting personal growth goals. This approach can help me plan my professional development, identify areas to strengthen, and monitor my progress as I grow as a teacher.

• After learning about the CPD Framework, I want to start building a small habit of documenting my own learning journey — maybe through a short reflection journal each week. It feels like a simple but powerful way to see how I grow, step by step, as a future teacher.

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework:
After being introduced to the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Framework, I want to apply the idea of setting personal professional development goals and tracking my progress regularly. This approach would help me take ownership of my growth as an educator and ensure that my learning stays aligned with both my students’ needs and educational standards.

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework
From the CPD Framework, I’ve learned the importance of having clear, personal goals for professional growth. I plan to set specific targets for my development, which will guide my learning, help me focus on what I need to improve, and allow me to measure how far I’ve progressed as a teacher.

I also aim to integrate AI tools into my teaching practice to support lesson planning, generate diverse writing prompts, and provide instant feedback on grammar and style. This will allow me to devote more time to meaningful and personalized interactions with students.

In addition, I plan to build a professional network by connecting with colleagues and experts both online (through platforms like LinkedIn and teacher forums) and offline. This will give me opportunities to share experiences, exchange resources, and seek mentorship to support my professional growth.

Second, add more interactive activities such as pair work, group discussions, or games. These activities make learning more dynamic and give students more chances to participate and collaborate.

The most interesting point I learned this week was the use of the T-chart as an observation tool.

1 thing I want to apply after learning about the CPD Framework:
After being introduced to the CPD Framework, I want to focus on understanding my learners better. I believe that to help students reach their full potential, I need to develop an awareness of their diverse backgrounds, including cultural, linguistic, socio-economic, and educational aspects. I also want to understand their goals, motivations, and emotional as well as learning needs. By recognizing and valuing these differences, I can create a more overall and supportive learning environment for all learners.

One thing that really caught my attention in the presentation about Teacher Education is the concept of reflective practice. I find it fascinating how reflecting on our own teaching experiences can help us identify both strengths and weaknesses, and eventually improve our teaching performance. I want to explore more about the different strategies teachers use to reflect effectively — for example, keeping a teaching journal or recording lessons for self-evaluation.

One thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework

After learning about the CPD Framework, I want to apply the idea of continuous reflection and goal setting in my professional journey. I plan to set short-term goals after each teaching phase, review my progress regularly, and adjust my strategies based on feedback. This will help me become more aware of my growth and stay proactive in developing my teaching skills.

One thing that really interests me is needs analysis. I find it valuable because it helps teachers identify both institutional and personal development goals. I want to explore more about how to conduct an effective needs analysis through self-reflection, peer observation, and student feedback.

1 thing I want to apply after being introduced to the CPD Framework:

After learning about the CPD Framework, I want to apply the idea of continuous reflection and goal setting. I plan to set small goals after each teaching phase, review my progress, and adjust based on feedback. I will also use digital tools like Google Drive or Padlet to record reflections and share ideas with colleagues.

• 2 things you found interesting about that webinar.

• 1 thing that you want to apply in the future after watching.

• There are two types of motivation: intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Intrinsic motivation encourages students to learn better than extrinsic motivation. However, many teachers use extrinsic motivation (treats, reward) to incentivize students instead of help them develop intrinsic motivation.

• There is one thing that teacher should avoid when giving praise to encourage students: emphasize effort rather than intelligence. Many studies show that if teachers praise students for their intelligence, they can begin to fear that making mistake will lead to the loss of their intelligent status. Therefore, teacher should give compliment on students’ effort.

• After watching the webinar, I want to apply technology in my teaching to motivate students. I will discover my students’ interest, and find authentic materials like newspaper for reading task. I will provide online newspaper or hard copies if there is no internet, and prepare questions to answer while reading. Students will read, discover, and learn the vocabulary, grammar and also knowledge in the task. Another application is using social media, which is prevalent among students, teacher can encourage students to change their profiles into English; therefore, students can access to sources in English that pop up into their feed everyday. Last but not least, I will use short films for students who are interest in videos and films to teach grammar, vocab .. in meaningful contexts.

• 2 things I found interesting about that webinar.

First, I love the "Double Line" idea. It's such a simple but powerful way to make sure everyone gets to talk to several different classmates, not just the person sitting next to them. It solves the problem of shy students getting stuck or the same pairs always working together. I was also impressed by how flexible it is, like it can work for a class of 20 or even a huge class of 100 students.

Second, the "Grab Bag TV Commercial" activity was so much fun to watch. The idea of having students pick a random object (like a pair of sunglasses) and create a crazy, exaggerated commercial for it is brilliant. It encourages them to be creative, use exciting "power words," and practice speaking without worrying too much about making mistakes. It looked like an activity where students would be laughing and learning at the same time.

• 1 thing that I want to apply in the future after watching.

I will try the "Find Someone Who..." game, but with a small twist that the web suggested. Instead of just having students collect names, I’ll add an extra column for "More Information." This way, they can't just ask "Can you cook?" and write "yes." They have to ask a follow-up question like, "Oh, what's your favorite thing to cook?" It seems like such a simple change, but it will push my students to have more natural, real conversations.

1. The variety of video activities such as Silent Viewing, Listening without Viewing, and Back to Back. These creative tasks show how one video can be used in multiple ways to build different skills — speaking, listening, predicting, and summarizing.

2. The reminder that a good classroom video should be objective-driven, short, and relevant to students’ lives. It highlights that videos aren’t just for fun but are powerful tools when used with purpose.

One thing I may apply in the future:
I would like to apply the “Freeze Frame & Quotes” technique. During a video, I can pause at a key moment and ask students to predict what happens next, describe the characters’ emotions, or create possible dialogue. This strategy encourages critical thinking, creativity, and speaking practice — while keeping students engaged with both the story and language.

2 Things I Found Interesting About That Webinar

• The Power of Authentic Video: The most interesting thing I found was the emphasis on using authentic videos—videos not specifically created for instructional purposes. These videos don't just offer rich linguistic content but also connect students to the real world and global topics, making the lesson far more meaningful and engaging than simple textbook clips. It shifts the focus from dry grammar learning to exploration and discussion of important issues.

• The Three-Stage Activity Framework: The webinar presented a clear framework for integrating video into lessons: Pre-watching, While-watching, and Post-watching. This is extremely useful because it provides a structure for teachers to design purposeful activities rather than just showing a video passively. For example, Pre-watching activities help activate background knowledge (schema) and vocabulary, while Post-watching focuses on deeper discussion, summarizing, or writing, turning the video into an active learning tool.

1 Thing That I Want to Apply in the Future After Watching

• Applying the 'Less is More' Principle and Enhancing Discussion Activities: In the future, I will apply the advice to select only short, specific clips with a clear purpose, rather than trying to use an entire long video. Additionally, I will design stronger Post-watching activities, such as group discussions or reflection journals related to the video content. This will help students not only understand the language but also develop critical thinking and the ability to express their opinions on the real-world issues raised by the video.

+ 2 things you found interesting about that webinar

• I’m interested in  Amy’s Tip #2: “Figure out what your students are into.” This is a great suggestion because teachers can use it to choose topics that connect with their students’ interests and create presentations that truly engage them.

• I am also learning about intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, which both play important roles in helping students become more engaged in their lessons.Intrinsic motivation when students are driven by genuine interest, curiosity, or enjoyment of learning usually leads to deeper and longer-lasting engagement. Extrinsic motivation, on the other hand, comes from outside rewards or pressures (like grades, praise, or prizes). While extrinsic motivation can encourage participation in the short term, intrinsic motivation tends to create more meaningful and sustained learning.

+ 1 thing that you want to apply in the future after watching

After watching, I plan to apply the “Get Out of the Classroom” method in my future lessons to boost students’ motivation by using a Photo Scavenger Hunt activity.

A photo scavenger hunt helps students learn actively and creatively by connecting lessons to real-life examples, while also giving teachers a fun way to assess understanding and keep students engaged.

2 things I found interesting

• I found the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation interesting. While intrinsic motivation comes from students’ natural curiosity and enjoyment of learning, extrinsic motivation is driven by rewards such as grades or prizes. I learned that intrinsic motivation is more effective as students are motivated to learn because they find learning enjoyable.

• I was also interested in the idea of giving students opportunities to make decisions in class, such as setting rules, goals or choosing homework topics. Encouraging students to reflect on their own learning and take control of their progress can make them feel more responsible and confident. From my point of view, this approach can help create a more student-centered classroom.

1 thing I want to apply in the future

Whenever I gave a presentation or micro-teach, I noticed that the classroom atmosphere often felt quite mundane. Students seemed reluctant to speak up and were not willing to engage in the activities. I believe this happened because I wasn’t able to create an environment where students felt comfortable to express themselves. In the future, I want to build good relationships with my students to create a healthy learning environment where they feel safe sharing their ideas without being judged. When students feel respected and supported, they are more likely to participate actively and stay motivated to learn.

2 things I found interesting

• I learned about the crucial role of intrinsic motivation in encouraging Ss' learning. When Ss are driven by intrinsic motivation, they engage in the learning activities more enthusiastically compared to extrinsic motiavtion, where they learn mainly for external rewards.

• The webinar prodived a variety of activities and technological tools that can be integrated into lessons to build a positive learning environment and enhance Ss' motivation

1 thing I want to apply

I would like to give Ss more opportunities to make choices during their learning process about class rules, learning goals, content and homework. When Ss take part in decision-making it can create a sense of ownership, responsibilities, and a truly student-centered classroom.

Two Things I Found Interesting About the Webinar

1. The Power of Authentic Video
One key takeaway was the emphasis on using authentic videos—those created for real-world purposes rather than language instruction. I found it inspiring how such videos expose learners to natural language, diverse accents, and global issues, making lessons more meaningful and motivating. They help students connect language learning with real-life communication, which aligns well with the principles of communicative language teaching (CLT).

2. The Three-Stage Activity Framework
The Pre-watching, While-watching, and Post-watching framework presented in the webinar provided a clear structure for purposeful video integration. I appreciated how each stage supports active learning: preparing learners through schema activation, guiding comprehension, and finally, encouraging reflection and production. This approach helps transform video viewing from a passive task into an engaging, skill-based experience.

One Thing I Want to Apply in the Future

Applying the “Less is More” Principle and Strengthening Post-Watching Tasks.
In the future, I plan to apply the “less is more” principle by selecting short, focused clips that clearly serve my lesson goals. I will also design richer Post-watching activities—such as small group discussions, reflective writing, or creative follow-ups—to promote deeper thinking and communication. This approach not only supports language development but also fosters critical thinking and learner autonomy.

Overall, this webinar helped me see video as a powerful and versatile tool for motivating students and connecting classroom learning to the real world.

2 things I found interesting about the webinar:

- I really like the “Grab Bag TV Commercials” activity. I had never heard of it before, and I found it creative and practical. It encourages students to use their imagination while working in groups, which naturally increases student-to-student interaction.

- I can cope with some online learning problems by break into small zoom rooms, utilize the chat box to give ideas and use some collaboration broads, google docs, ... so that students can work together even though online.

1 thing I want to apply in the future:

- In the future, I want to adapt as many of these activities as possible in my own lessons, both in face-to-face and online settings. I believe using such interactive activities can make students more engaged, build stronger classroom relationships, and help them learn from each other.

3 key words: reflection - observation - review

2 things i heard from Dr. Cao Phuong's sharing that i will consider learning more later: build the reading habit and i will read atomic habit. Lifelong learning is very important and i realize i waste a lot of time on social media.

- After learning about the CPD Framework, one thing I’d like to try is using digital tools to keep track of my professional development.

- Two things I found interesting were the Find Someone Who activity and the Grab Bag TV Commercials. I liked them because they’re fun, easy to set up, and make students talk naturally without feeling shy. I also liked how they build confidence and teamwork at the same time.

- One thing I’ll apply is the Information Gap task. It’s a great way to make students really communicate, not just read lines from the book. I think it’ll work well in my class, especially for quiet students.

-> In Dieter(president) of one world training 

• Explore challenging have to face in SS to SS interaction and activities to brake it out:

2 things I like about: 

1. Double line => help SS interact with multiple SS, become more exciting => great type tool for shy SS. Can use this tool in a large size of class 100-150 is really useful. Moreover, with how he handles shy SS to engage activities: the tips he told that advanced SS in 1 line and weak SS in one line quite good idea because advanced can help weak SS communicate more fluency

2. Find someone who…: is really good for interaction between SS, because they can find out the person of doing something => by engaging talk time in class build up confidence while SS communicate to each other. 

1 thing I will apply for my future after watching:

• In my perspective after watching the video: I would love to apply to Double line tool/activity because it encourages all students to actively participate and share their ideas in an engaging way.

2 things that I found interesting about this webinar

• I have never known that there were 2 different types of motivation (intrinsic and extrinsic). I used to assume that the only thing that motivate students is good grade or praise. However, after watching the webinar I found out that students also desire to learn and that comes from their natural curiosity. It is the teacher that can help students kick-start the intrinsic motivation.

• I have never realised how many interesting activities that teacher can use, because I got used to traditional learning styles (sitting in the class, teacher asks and students answer, games to check students' understanding). Through the webinar, I have got more tips to plan the lesson. I can let students learn outdoors, give students tasks related to real-life problems, etc. The most crucial factor to create accurate activites is to figure out students' interests.

1 thing that I want to apply in the future

I really want to let students learn outdoors. I believe that changing learning environment will have positive impacts on students. Instead of reading long theory in books, students now can have first-hand experiences. Since then students will proactively involve in the lesson.

2 things I found interesting about the webinar:

- Motivation is absolutely essential for students' engagement and success.  I'm really interested in the key tip: Create a healthy learning environment. By building good relationships and cultivating trust, I can establish a supportive space where students feel safe to speak out loud, participate and even take risks. This can help my students to believe in themselves, directly encourages the intrinsic drive needed for them to thrive academically.

- In the past, I believed that teachers could only motivate students by some compliments, applause, bonus marks, or small gifts... After reading this webinar, I also found that the teacher should provide students the chance to make decisions, share their expectations, teach students to reflect, and support them as much as possible to boost student engagement.

1 thing I will apply in the future:

- I will use some videos, games, activities that are familiar to students' background knowledge to engage students. Real language and local culture also help students leave the classroom and become more self-sufficient.

• After watching video in webinar 3, I realized that allowing students to watch video is not just entertainment, there are some effective tips to motivate students with video and help students to learn target language better. I’m really into the “ silent viewing/ predicting” activities, which I have never ever used although I showed video for students to watch. At that time, I knew that students only watch for entertainment, fill up the time and they didn’t learn effectively, etc, but I didn’t know how to deal with those problems. The important tips to choose a good video are also meaningful to me.

• “video don’t” that Rob Jenkins mentioned helps me to realize that I used to make many mistakes when choosing a video for a task-based method that led to video only filling up time. 

1 thing I want to apply in the future:

• I will choose a video with some features: objective-driven, few distractions, relevant, input+1/ natural, < 3 minutes. Applying some tips the speaker mentioned in webinar 3, especially “predicting” activities, which helps students develop critical-thinking and more active learning.

Two things I found interesting:

1. The focus on intrinsic motivation.
I found it very meaningful that the presenter, Amy Rich, emphasized intrinsic motivation—the internal drive that makes students want to learn because they enjoy the process itself, not because of grades or rewards. This idea helps me rethink my classroom environment: instead of giving external incentives, I should help students find personal value and satisfaction in learning English.

2. The variety of practical, engaging activities.
The webinar introduced many creative yet realistic activities such as the App Competition, Online Newspaper Hunt, and Questions Jenga. I liked that they all connect English learning to students’ real lives and interests while keeping lessons interactive and fun. It proves that we can turn even “boring” lessons into dynamic experiences with the right approach.

One thing I want to apply:

I want to try the App Competition activity in my own class.
Students will work in small groups to brainstorm and design an idea for a new mobile app, create a short poster, and present it to the class. Then, everyone votes for the best concept. This activity promotes teamwork, creativity, and authentic communication—all while letting students use English in a real, meaningful context.

• Using Games: Questions Jenga

  Students will practice English skills by playing a fun game. The game adds elements of curiosity and competition, which motivate students to participate actively. Each block hides a question, so students feel excited and curious about what they will get next.

• Teaching With Technology: App Competition

  This activity promotes creativity, collaboration, and communication skills. It also helps students practice presentation language and use technology-related vocabulary in a meaningful, fun context.

1 thing that you want to apply in the future after watching.

One thing I want to apply in the future after watching is the Questions Jenga game.
It combines learning with fun, helps students communicate more naturally, and creates a positive classroom atmosphere.

2 things I found interesting about that webinar

• Incorporate Ss’ interests into lessons to engage Ss in the classroom. For example, some trending things or events that draw gen Z attention.

• One spotlight on motivation: Get out of the classroom. It enables SS to build confidence, become independent learners, and get access to authentic language. I still vividly remember that when I was in secondary school, in one lesson in Science, my teacher had let us go outside the classroom to nature in a paddy field to see insects, plants, etc. This activity made the whole class really exciting. 

But I know that teachers also have to make sure about the safety of Ss when letting them get out of the classroom.

1 thing that you want to apply in the future after watching

Incorporate my Ss’ interests in my lesson so I can partly boost their motivation in my class.

2 things I found interesting:

1. The emphasis on intrinsic motivation: how helping students find personal meaning in learning can have a stronger, longer-lasting effect than relying on rewards or grades.

2. The variety of creative, low-cost activities: from classroom games to outdoor photo hunts -> that encourage authentic use of language and teamwork.

1 thing I want to apply in the future:

I want to incorporate more choice and student interests into my lessons. Allowing learners to pick topics, tasks, or tools (like podcasts or short films) can make them feel more involved and motivated, leading to deeper engagement and better outcomes.

2 things I found interesting:

• Video is a valuable tool to motivate students and avoid the monotony of "talking heads" in online learning.

• How to use "Stand Out life-skill videos" and "National Geographic videos" to make instruction more engaging for students in an online environment, even at lower proficiency levels.

1 thing I want to apply in the future: I will use authentic style videos that bring real-world content and global cultures into the classroom. These videos will build students' background knowledge, expose them to authentic English, and increase engagement by using compelling, high-interest topics.

02 things I found interesting:

• I saw "Power Words" is all about getting students to ditch 'good' or 'nice' for stronger words like 'amazing' or 'unique.' It's really fast-paced and fun, so even shy students feel encouraged to jump in. Students' confidence explodes as they start using richer vocabulary naturally.

• That 'Double Line' idea is brilliant. It’s a simple fix that gets everyone talking to different people, not just the same partners. What’s amazing is how flexible it is—it just works, no matter the class size.

01 thing I want to apply in the future:

• I just watched this great webinar, and I'm really fired up about using tech to motivate my students. I'm going to start by finding authentic stuff they'll actually care about, like newspaper articles, instead of just textbook readings. I also want to leverage social media—since they're always on it, why not encourage them to switch their profiles to English so it's part of their daily scroll? Finally, I'm definitely using short films. It seems like a perfect way to teach grammar and vocabulary in a context that's engaging and actually makes sense to them.

2 things I found interesting:

• It's important to stimulate students' intrinsic motivation. I didn't pay attention to this aspect in my teaching before. After seeing many ways to make the lesson more interesting for students to learn, I realize it's not that hard for teachers to make their lesson more engaging.

• It would be more interesting if teachers apply technology in their lessons because students would enjoy it rather than just doing exercises on paper. It's a great idea to use films, social media, music, photography in teaching.

1 thing I want to apply in the future:

• Photo Scavenger Hunt and Exhibition is a really intereting idea that I can apply in Vocabulary or CLIL lesson

1. The emphasis on intrinsic motivation:
I found the discussion about intrinsic motivation particularly insightful. It highlights how helping students discover personal relevance and enjoyment in their learning can foster more sustainable engagement than relying solely on extrinsic factors such as grades or rewards. This perspective reinforces the importance of cultivating learners’ internal drive and sense of ownership over their progress.

2. The use of creative, low-cost activities:
I was also impressed by the range of innovative yet practical ideas presented, from interactive classroom games to outdoor photo hunts. These activities demonstrate that meaningful and communicative language use does not necessarily require expensive resources. Instead, creativity and thoughtful design can effectively encourage authentic communication, teamwork, and learner autonomy.

1 Thing I Want to Apply in the Future

In my future teaching practice, I aim to integrate more learner choice and personal interests into lesson design. Allowing students to select topics, tasks, or digital tools (such as podcasts, short films, or online discussions) can enhance their sense of agency and motivation. I believe this approach will not only make learning more engaging but also contribute to deeper cognitive and emotional investment, ultimately improving learning outcomes.

2 things you found interesting about that webinar.

1. I found the idea of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation very interesting. Intrinsic motivation happens when students learn because they enjoy it or find it meaningful, while extrinsic motivation comes from outside rewards like grades or praise. The webinar showed how teachers can help students become more intrinsically motivated by making lessons enjoyable and connected to real life.

2. I also liked the part about using technology to motivate students. The speaker shared examples of using games, quizzes, and digital tools to make lessons more interactive. I learned that technology can help students feel more excited and involved in their learning.

   1 thing that you want to apply in the future after watching.
   I want to use games like “Questions Jenga” in my English classes. Students will practice English skills while playing a fun and interactive game. Each block will have a question, and when students pull it out, they answer in English. This activity makes learning fun and helps students speak more confidently.

I also found the idea of adapting one activity to different contexts, levels, and class sizes really practical. It showed me that I can save time while still making lessons suitable for my students’ needs by slightly adjusting the same task.

One thing I want to apply:
I’d like to design more speaking activities that promote peer communication and help my students become more confident when using English in class.

• 2 Things I Found Interesting:

1. Focus on Positivity with "Find Someone Who...": The instructions for the "Find Someone Who..." activity emphasize that the focus should be on asking what students "can" do, which is explicitly intended to create a positive and encouraging classroom environment. Also, the rule that students can only use a classmate once ensures they have to talk to many different people in the room.

2. Encouraging High-Level Fluency with "Grab Bag TV Commercials": This activity is a highly creative way to engage students in fluency practice. Students are asked to pull a random object from a "grab bag" (like a marker, spoon, or umbrella) and invent a commercial for it using imaginative concepts and "power words" (like amazing, fantastic, or incredible). This moves beyond simple practice into genuine, creative production.

   
   

• 1 Thing I Want to Apply in the Future:

  I plan to apply the "Things in Common" activity in the future to build stronger connections in a group while practicing simple question and answer structures. The steps are clearly structured for success, starting by modeling the activity with a student, having partners ask each other questions to find at least nine commonalities, and finally sharing a few examples with the larger group.

2 things I found interesting about the webinar:

• I found it very interesting how the speaker emphasized the importance of intrinsic motivation — helping students learn because they are genuinely curious and enjoy the process, not just for rewards or grades. This reminded me that true learning happens when students feel ownership of their progress.

• I was impressed by the wide range of interactive activities introduced, such as Questions Jenga, Photo Scavenger Hunt, and App Competition. These activities not only make lessons more enjoyable but also develop communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills at the same time.

1 thing I want to apply in the future after watching:

I want to apply the idea of getting students out of the classroom to create authentic learning experiences. For example, I would like to organize a “Photo Scavenger Hunt” or “Culture in Action” project to let students use English in real-life contexts. I believe this will increase their confidence, motivation, and love for learning.

1. The Value of Authentic Video
One important insight I gained was the focus on authentic videos—those created for real-life communication rather than specifically for language instruction. I was impressed by how these materials expose students to genuine language use, a variety of accents, and current global topics, making learning more engaging and relevant. Such videos help learners see the connection between English and everyday interaction, which closely reflects the principles of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT).

2. The Three-Stage Video Framework
The webinar also introduced a practical framework for integrating videos effectively: Pre-watching, While-watching, and Post-watching. I liked how each phase plays a distinct role in promoting active learning—activating learners’ background knowledge before viewing, guiding understanding during the video, and encouraging reflection and language production afterward. This structured process turns video viewing from a simple watching activity into an interactive and purposeful learning experience.

One Thing I Want to Apply in the Future

Using the “Less is More” Principle and Enriching Post-Watching Activities
Moving forward, I intend to apply the “less is more” concept by choosing short, targeted video clips that clearly align with my teaching goals. Additionally, I plan to develop more engaging Post-watching activities—like group discussions, reflective journaling, or creative extensions—to deepen students’ understanding and communication skills. This strategy not only enhances language learning but also encourages critical thinking and learner independence.

Overall Reflection

This webinar broadened my perspective on how videos can be used as dynamic teaching tools. I now view them as a meaningful way to inspire students, enhance motivation, and connect what happens in the classroom to authentic, real-world communication.

1. I found teaching with technology interesting, especially app competitions. This approach enables students to enhance their skills and provides them with the freedom to create whatever they desire. As they design a product, they connect, communicate, and think. I found it fascinating that students not only create technological concepts but also build confidence by presenting their product in front of the class. Teenagers especially enjoy it because it's a fun way for teams to create a new, innovative app idea. Through this activity, I realized that combining technology in the classroom can make lessons more engaging and meaningful. It motivates students to freely express their vote and give their opinion when seeing products from each other and helps them see learning as something practical, connected, and exciting. When students observe each other's products, it motivates them to express their opinions and vote, and it makes learning exciting, important, and beneficial.

2. Another thing I found interesting in the webinar: using the game question Jenga. Jenga is likely familiar to the majority of students.  So, the teacher asks students to write English questions on the blocks. When they take turns pulling out the blocks, they must read the questions out loud and answer them before placing them back on top of the stack. Through this activity, students not only feel interested in the lesson but also practice reflex speaking. It encourages spontaneous communication, improves fluency, and gives students practice in a fun, low-pressure way with question forms.

• 1 thing I want to apply in the future after watching is cultivating trust with students. To give students the freedom to decide, always be supportive and caring for their success, be friendly with them, make eye contact, offer insightful feedback, and encourage them to respond to each other. Additionally, the teacher helps students to believe in themselves by focusing on their strengths and creating their own backgrounds and cultures. My pupils will be more likely to be engaged in the classroom and perform better if I do these things.

Two things I found interesting:

1. The webinar was well-organized and detailed in explaining how to use videos effectively and motivate students. It clearly discussed how to choose videos based on objective-driven content, minimal distractions, and relevance to students’ lives... I realized that videos should not be used merely for entertainment - they must serve a specific learning purpose and include meaningful student tasks. This helps learners stay focused and engaged, making the lesson more effective.

2. I found the three-step framework for using videos especially useful:

   • Before watching: Activate students’ prior knowledge, introduce the lesson objectives, and engage them with a short presentation of new information.

   • While watching: Encourage students to interact with the vocabulary, grammar, and content in the video.

   • After watching: Evaluate and check students’ understanding and application to help them become more independent learners.

One thing I will apply in the future:
I will purposefully integrate videos into my lessons to allow students to interact with authentic language experiences. I will ensure that each video serves a clear learning goal and includes pre-, while-, and post-watching activities to make the lesson more engaging and effective.

1. I found the concept of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation particularly fascinating. Intrinsic motivation occurs when students learn because they genuinely enjoy it or find it meaningful, whereas extrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards such as grades or praise. The webinar highlighted how teachers can foster intrinsic motivation by designing lessons that are enjoyable, engaging, and relevant to real-life experiences.

2. I also enjoyed the section about using technology to engage students. The speaker gave examples of incorporating games, quizzes, and digital tools to make lessons more interactive. I realized that technology can play a key role in making students more enthusiastic and actively involved in their learning.

   1 thing that you want to apply in the future after watching.
   I want to take learning beyond the classroom to provide students with authentic, real-world experiences. For instance, I plan to organize activities like a “Culture in Action” project, where students can use English in meaningful, everyday situations.

2 things you found interesting about that webinar.

• I have learned about extrinsic and intrinsic before; however, I don't know how to apply it into my teaching practice. I was impressed by some tips to create motivation for students such as involving students' interest into the lesson

• Intrinsic motivation can be encouraged through "get out of class" ideas

1 thing that you want to apply in the future after watching.

I think I will ask my students to create a product which links to their interest and the lesson

• 2 things you found interesting about that webinar.

  • The webinar provide me lots of practical techniques or activities to motivate Ss during class.

  • Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation: T can create extrinsic motivation for Ss, however, intrinsic motivation still the factor which keep Ss keep in long track. How can we - as teachers, help Ss to change extrinsic motivation into intrinsic motivation?

• 1 thing that you want to apply in the future after watching.

  I want to apply motivation-creating activities that mentioned in my future classes.

One thing I want to apply in the future
In the future, I want to apply game-based learning, especially using activities like “Questions Jenga.” Each block will have a question, and when students pull it out, they must answer in English. This activity will help students practice speaking in a fun and natural way, making them feel more confident and motivated. I believe that by combining trust-building, meaningful lessons, and fun games, my classroom will become a place where students truly enjoy learning.

- I will check if the content aligns with the curriculum, my students’ level, and my own professional growth

- I look for textbooks that provide exercises, discussion prompts, or real-life tasks that I can adapt in class or use for self-practice

2. What impressed and inspired me after listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha
Her sharing gave me many practical tips and inspiration, such as:

- What steps to take after graduation to develop my career

- When it is suitable to pursue a master’s degree

- Effective strategies for preparing for IELTS

• I will consider whether or not textbooks include real-life tasks that are familiar to students’ knowledge.

• I will choose a textbook that is suitable for the curriculum that I will apply. 

Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing:

• The suitable time to pursue a master’s degree.

• Tips for  IELTS

• If you don’t learn to develop yourself, you will be unemployed in the long run.

Two things I found interesting:

1. I realized the significance of fostering students’ intrinsic motivation, something I had not paid much attention to before. The webinar introduced several engaging strategies that can make lessons more enjoyable for learners. It made me see that increasing students’ motivation doesn’t necessarily require complicated methods—just thoughtful and creative adjustments from the teacher.

2. I found it fascinating how technology can make learning more interactive and appealing. Incorporating tools such as films, social media, music, and photography can turn traditional lessons into dynamic experiences that students genuinely enjoy, rather than merely completing paper-based exercises.

One thing I want to apply in the future:

I would like to try the Photo Scavenger Hunt and Exhibition activity, as it seems like an engaging way to enhance vocabulary learning or to integrate into a CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) lesson.

• I will ensure that the textbook content matches the curriculum requirements, suits my students’ proficiency levels, and supports my own professional growth.

• I will select textbooks that offer practical exercises, discussion questions, and real-world activities that can be adapted for classroom teaching or self-study.

2. Insights and inspiration I gained from Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing
Her talk provided me with useful advice and motivation, including:

• Guidance on how to plan and develop my career after graduation.

• Advice on the right time to pursue a master’s degree.

• Helpful strategies for effective IELTS preparation.

- Two things I found interesting

I was impressed by the idea of building trust with students. The speaker emphasized that being supportive and caring helps create a safe learning environment where students feel confident to share their ideas. I also liked the discussion about intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. I learned that students are more engaged when learning is enjoyable and meaningful, and that using games or technology can make lessons more exciting.

- One thing I want to apply

I plan to use more game-based learning, such as “Question Jenga,” where students answer English questions as they play. This activity will make speaking practice more fun and natural, helping students feel confident and motivated. I believe that combining trust-building and engaging activities will make my classroom a place where students truly enjoy learning.

• I will make sure the textbook matches my students’ level and aligns with the curriculum I apply.

• I will choose materials that include real-life tasks and activities to help students connect learning with their experiences.

• I will look for textbooks that provide discussion prompts, exercises, or self-practice activities to make lessons more engaging.

  
  

What impressed and inspired me after listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing:

• The suitable time to pursue a master’s degree.

• Useful tips for preparing for IELTS.

• The importance of continuous self-development. If we stop learning, we might fall behind in the future.

- Firstly, as different books are suitable for different approaches and teaching philosophies, I will make some adaptations to better suit with students’ needs. I believe that no course book is the best and perfect, it should be adapted, added or eliminated some parts to best suit students’ interests, levels, and needs

- Secondly, I will do research on the strengths and weaknesses of each textbooks for lesson study before teaching. I believe that this thing could give me a chance to have a better understanding of the focus, weeknesses and strengths of these textbooks. Therefore, I can make some adaptations to make it suitable with my students with different levels and requirements

• The first thing impressed me was her IELTS overall score, then was her body language, her ways to convey information. Moreover, Ms. Nguyet Ha also shared her valuable experience to help us develop our professional career wisely and effectively (TESOL courses, tuition fees, private schools for future job opportunities)

• I will ensure that the textbook content aligns with the curriculum, matches my students’ proficiency level, and supports my own professional development.

• I will look for textbooks that include a variety of exercises, discussion prompts, and real-life tasks that can be adapted for classroom use or assigned for independent practice.

By being more selective and reflective when choosing textbooks, I believe I can design lessons that are both effective and engaging for my students.

2. What Impressed and Inspired Me After Listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha

Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing provided me with many practical tips and valuable insights. I was particularly inspired by her advice on:

• The steps to take after graduation to build a successful career

• The appropriate time to pursue a master’s degree

• Effective strategies for preparing for the IELTS exam

Her talk encouraged me to think more seriously about my long-term goals and helped me feel more confident about shaping my own professional path in the future.

• Select materials that offer practical activities so Ss can apply knowledge to real-life situations.

• Ensure that the textbook fits my Ss’ level and corresponds with the curriculum requirements.

• Use textbooks that include discussions, fun exercises, and self-practice to keep Ss interested and active in class.

What impressed and inspired me after listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha's sharing?

• I really appreciate the way that she is ready to share with us all she knows. Thanks to her sharing, I have envisioned the path and what to do step by step after my graduation, learning what former and what latter, the things that I need to carefully prepare before studying for a master's degree.

• I admire and respect her for always studying hard and self-development. She emphasized that if we don't study, we will be eliminated in just 5-10 years.

• Her confident, assertive demeanor, and I began to imagine that one day I could be like that.

What impressed and inspired me after listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing:
I was deeply impressed by Ms. Nguyet Ha’s reminder that teachers will lag behind if they stop developing their professional skills. Her words inspired me to keep improving myself continuously. Moreover, she shared several useful tips for learning IELTS more effectively, which were truly helpful and motivating for me.

What impressed and inspired me after listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing:
I was truly impressed by the practical advice Ms. Nguyet Ha gave about what we should do after graduation to continue our professional growth. She shared valuable insights about the right time to pursue a Master’s degree, effective strategies for IELTS preparation, and ways to keep learning and improving as teachers. Her sharing inspired me to plan ahead and stay committed to lifelong learning in my teaching career.

2. What impressed me most from Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing were her practical tips for learning IELTS. She showed me that improving English is not just about practice but also about having the right strategies and mindset.

What truly inspired me was her passion for continuous learning. It reminded me that as a teacher, I need to keep developing myself-because in education, if we stop learning, we’ll soon fall behind.

What impressed and inspired me after listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing
She was so inspiring. She got a high band score in the IELTS test and has a promising career, yet she never stops learning. She encouraged us to keep developing our professional skills through TESOL courses, Master’s programs, and other training opportunities. She also shared helpful information about good schools to apply for further studies and warned us about some less reliable institutions that we should avoid.

I think that I will consider to adapt the book carefully to suit with the level of the students; besides, I gain some insights about the strength and the weakness of some textbooks which are available in the national curriculum.

• What impressed and inspired you after listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha's sharing?

She shared some useful tips about the IELTS exam, especially in the speaking part. Moreover, I had some insights about several schools in Hanoi which benefits for future career development of teachers. I love the way she inspired us to keep studying new things if possible.

• One important aspect I will look at is whether the textbook follows a task-based approach, as I believe this promotes a student-centred classroom. A task-based textbook encourages learners to use language in meaningful contexts rather than focusing only on grammar and vocabulary.

• I will also consider if the content is suitable for my students (Is it too hard or too easy for them?). If the content is too difficult, I will adjust or simplify the activities to make them more appropriate. This way, students can stay motivated and learn effectively.

About Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing

After listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing, I was truly impressed and inspired by her insights about professional development and how to learn IELTS and HSK effectively. What stood out to me was her advice on when to pursue a master’s degree. Initially, I planned to start my master’s studies right after graduation. However, after hearing her experiences, I realized that it might be more beneficial to spend a few years teaching in real classrooms first. This experience will help me gain practical perspectives, which will make my future master’s study more meaningful and relevant.

• Looking for materials that are related to real life. I want my students to have those 'aha!' moments where they see how what we're learning actually applies to their own lives.

• Ensure that the textbook matches my Ss’ level and meets the curriculum requirements.

What impressed and inspired me after listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha's sharing?

I'm so grateful for her expertise. She gave me a clear, step-by-step roadmap for my post-grad plans, including how to prep for a master's degree. I also really admire her drive for self-development. She made a powerful point that we risk becoming 'irrelevant' if we stop learning. She's also sharing a lot of useful strategies for IELTS that help me see through many things.

- Choosing materials that include real-life tasks and activities to help students connect learning with their experiences.

What impressed and inspired me after listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing:
After listening to Ms. Nguyet Ha’s sharing, I was deeply inspired by her practical and thoughtful advice on how to continue developing professionally after graduation. She shared about the right time to pursue a Master’s degree, usueful tips for IELTS. Moreover, she also advised us to avoid teaching in overly commercialized environments. This means that as teachers, we should never let money become the main motivation for our work. Instead, our focus should always remain on delivering quality education.