Instruction-Giving in EFL Classrooms: A Case of a University in Viet Nam

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https://doi.org/10.54855/ijte.24423

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EFL classrooms, english teaching, Instruction-giving

Abstract

Organizing effective instruction is a characteristic of classroom management, which minimizes time wasting and keeps students moving at a good pace. The primary purpose of this study is to explore the current practice of instruction-giving strategies being utilized in EFL classrooms in a Vietnamese public university. To achieve this goal, both qualitative and quantitative methods were utilized to explore the critical characteristics of instruction-giving. Classroom observations were the primary data collection method. During 19  observations, 25 instructions were noted for analysis. The findings of this study present certain characteristics of instruction-giving, namely attention-grabbing skills, repetition, the use of mother tongue and language, demonstration, and checking understanding to support instruction delivery. Also, the study’s findings propose weaknesses that EFL teachers can take into consideration for better instruction-giving.

Author Biographies

  • Dang Thi Minh Tam, School of Languages and Tourism, Hanoi University of Industry, Hanoi, Vietnam

    Dr. Dang Thi Minh Tam is the Deputy Dean of the Department of English Language at the School of Languages and Tourism, Hanoi University of Industry, Vietnam. She is also an experienced English teacher receiving PhD Degree in Education in Murdoch University. She is interested in doing research on Linguistics and Culture and leadership in educational management.

  • Tong Thi Mai Huong, School of Languages and Tourism, Hanoi University of Industry, Hanoi, Vietnam

    Tong Thi Mai Huong is an enthusiastic lecturer at the same university. She received a bachelor's degree in English Language at the School of Languages and Tourism, Hanoi University of Industry, Vietnam, and currently pursuing a master's degree there. She has interest in teaching English and would like to devote for national education.

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06-04-2024

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Dang, T. M. T., & Tong, T. M. H. (2024). Instruction-Giving in EFL Classrooms: A Case of a University in Viet Nam. International Journal of TESOL & Education, 4(2), 46-61. https://doi.org/10.54855/ijte.24423

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