At VUS, ongoing professional development is an essential part of our teaching culture. The workshop “Speak Up, Join In – Collaborative Tasks for a Happier Classroom” continued this commitment, offering teaching staff a space to exchange ideas, refresh their techniques, and strengthen their instructional approaches.
Originally presented at the VUS TESOL Conference 2025 – a community event open to anyone passionate about education-the session was brought back to the campuses so that teachers who could not attend TESOL, or who missed this particular presentation, could still benefit from its practical insights.
The workshop was hosted at VUS Cong Hoa and VUS Ut Tich, ensuring that more teachers across the system had the opportunity to join.
Exploring collaborative tasks – practical ideas for the classroom
Guided by Ms. Vi Xuan (Lead Teacher), the workshop introduced a set of practical, easy-to-adapt collaborative activities designed to help teachers:
- Strengthen peer interaction
- Encourage natural participation
- Build enjoyable and productive learning moments
Drawing on her experience developing student-centered lessons across various levels, Ms. Vi demonstrated how small, intentional adjustments can make collaborative tasks both manageable and impactful. Teachers appreciated how the techniques could be applied immediately, regardless of age group or syllabus.
Meaningful conversations and professional connections
The workshop naturally became a comfortable space for teachers to open up about their teaching. They talked through the challenges they often face in class, shared small strategies that have worked for them, and exchanged examples from their day-to-day lessons. Some teachers even tested a few collaborative task ideas together and discussed how they might adapt them for different student levels.
Instead of focusing on structured activities, the session found its energy in the conversations that unfolded naturally between teachers-a simple but meaningful kind of exchange that often sparks new ideas and renewed confidence.
A continuous professional journey at VUS
As the session unfolded, what stood out most was not only the ideas shared, but the sense of professional connection it created. Teachers had the space to listen, question, reflect, and build on one another’s experiences-something essential in a dynamic teaching environment.
Rather than emphasizing isolated techniques, the workshop reinforced a broader message: professional growth flourishes when teachers share, question, and learn together.
This commitment to continuous development is a long-standing part of the VUS teaching culture-where every workshop, no matter its size, contributes to building stronger, more confident, and more inspired teaching staff.
Before highlighting the key opportunities for teachers at VUS, it’s important to recognize the foundation that makes workshops like this possible-a learning culture built over nearly three decades.
With nearly 30 years of experience in English education in Vietnam, VUS has grown its network to 73 campuses and more than 2,700 qualified teaching staff nationwide.
VUS is proud to be recognized with two awards at the Vietnam Technology Excellence Awards 2025, honored as an Inspirational Brand at APEA for two consecutive years, and acknowledged through various national and international awards.
When joining VUS, teachers and teaching assistants enjoy a wide range of practical benefits that support long-term growth and commitment:
- Stable income: Steady and fair rewards for your efforts, allowing you to focus on teaching and growth.
- Ongoing professional training: Structured onboarding with entrance workshops and continuous support via sharing sessions and the Training Hub, led by Teaching Quality Managers holding master’s or doctoral degrees and extensive teaching experience.
- Modern, international-standard facilities: Diverse teaching tools, updated materials, and well equipped classrooms for a professional working environment.
- Engaging internal events: Activities that create opportunities to relax, connect with colleagues, and recharge your energy.
- Supportive colleagues: Work with a team that is always ready to share, support, and grow together.
- Clear career advancement: A transparent career path with many opportunities to challenge yourself and grow into higher roles.
VUS offers a professional workplace where you can strengthen your skills, grow your career, and inspire young learners across Vietnam:
– Expatriate Teachers: Experience teaching in Vietnam with international standards, integration support, and career development opportunities.
– Vietnamese Teachers: Continuously sharpen your expertise while helping students reach out to the world.
– Teaching Assistants: The first step to explore the teaching profession and gain valuable real-life classroom experience.
Start your teaching journey with VUS today!
