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THANH HOA EDUCATION AND TRAINING

HAU LOC 4 HIGH SCHOOL

Teacher: Ha Thi Luong

Group: Foreign language

Subject: English

THANH HOA, 2025

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I INTRODUCTION

1.1 Rationale………

1.2 Objectives of the measures………

1.3 Scope of research………

1.4 New factors of the measure………

1.5 Structure of the research………

PART II CONTENT OF THE STUDY 2.1 Theoretical basis………

2.2 Practical basis………

2.3 Solution to the problem………

2.3.1 Creating vocabulary sets per unit on Yourhomework.net 2.3.2 Utilizing available vocabulary sets on the website………

2.3.3 Assigning Tasks and Monitoring Student Progress………

2.4 Effectiveness of the applied measures………

PART III CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS 3.1 Conclusion………

3.2 Recommendations……… REFERENCES

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PART I: INTRODUCTION 1.1 Rationale

In the context of ongoing educational reforms, the integration of technology into teaching and learning processes is no longer a temporary trend Still, it has become an essential requirement to enhance the quality of education This is particularly true in English language teaching, where vocabulary plays a pivotal role as the foundation for the development of students' language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing However, in practice, many Grade 10 students continue to struggle with the retention and flexible application of vocabulary The primary cause of this challenge lies in traditional approaches: teaching vocabulary in isolation, lacking context, interaction, and effective tools for spaced repetition — a critical factor for long-term retention

In response to this issue, this initiative proposes the application of the online platform Yourhomework.net for teaching and learning English vocabulary for Grade 10 students This modern learning tool integrates well with the 2018 General Education Curriculum, emphasizing competency-based teaching methods and a learner-centered approach Yourhomework.net not only enables teachers to design interactive vocabulary exercises but also allows students to engage in personalized learning, with regular practice and instant feedback Furthermore, it provides teachers with a comprehensive and effective way to monitor individual student progress

The innovative aspect of this study lies in its ability to connect the formal curriculum with digital technology, transforming vocabulary teaching from a passive, rote memorization approach to an active, meaningful usage model Additionally, this platform opens opportunities for creating a shared library of exercises for teachers, saving time, fostering collaboration, and improving teaching quality

This initiative not only meets the demand for innovation in language teaching with a competency development focus but also demonstrates tangible effectiveness through practical implementation: students are more engaged, retain vocabulary better, experience reduced learning pressure, and show noticeable improvement in their academic performance Therefore, this topic is highly relevant and practical, with potential for expansion and application across different grade levels, contributing to the creation of a more positive, modern, and effective English learning environment in secondary schools

For that reason, to help students effectively develop their vocabulary

skills, I decided to do the research entitled " "Enhancing Grade 10 Students' English Vocabulary Acquisition through the Yourhomework.net Platform in alignment with the 2018 General Education Curriculum." as a subject of the

experience initiative I hope to receive a lot of positive feedback as well as spread it to my colleagues, to help improve the overall goal of education in other parts of the country

1.2 Objectives of the measures

The measure is carried out with the following objectives:

- To explore practical methods of using Yourhomework.net to support

vocabulary instruction in Grade 10

- To guide teachers in creating, adapting, and assigning vocabulary learning tasks aligned with Global Success textbook units

- To evaluate the effectiveness of these methods in improving student vocabulary knowledge and engagement

1.3 Scope of research

- The scope of the study is 10th-grade students of Hau Loc 4 High School in the school year 2024-2025, using the Global Success English textbook The participants of the research consist of 95 students from two classes 10A7, and 10A9 It focuses on vocabulary learning across selected units within the first semester

1.4 New factors of the measure

This measure introduces three key innovations First, it integrates a digital platform into a traditionally textbook-based approach, making vocabulary learning more interactive and flexible Second, it enables personalized learning via QR codes and direct links, allowing students to access tasks anytime, anywhere Third, it offers real-time tracking of student progress, empowering teachers to make timely and data-driven instructional decisions

1.5 Structure of the research

The research paper consists of three main parts: The introduction part states the reasons, context, and scope of the topic In the content of the study, the author outlines the elements of practical reasoning and methods of solving the problem, and the effectiveness of the problem In the conclusion, the author gives an overview of the topic conclusions and some suggestions for developing research

PART II: CONTENT 2.1 Theoretical Foundation

This study aims to explore effective strategies for teaching vocabulary to Grade 10 students using the Yourhomework.net platform Therefore, the theoretical foundation must align to improve students’ vocabulary acquisition, retention, and practical usage through innovative, technology-enhanced methods In particular, this approach is strongly aligned with the 2018 General Education Curriculum in Vietnam, which emphasizes the development of learners’ communicative competence, autonomous learning skills, and the ability to apply language knowledge in real-life contexts The integration of digital platforms like Yourhomework.net not only modernizes traditional vocabulary teaching but also supports the curriculum’s orientation towards active, student-centered, and competency-based education

Vocabulary is a fundamental component of language proficiency and plays a critical role in students’ academic success As Paul Nation (2001) emphasizes, vocabulary knowledge encompasses more than word meanings—it includes spelling, pronunciation, grammatical behavior, and contextual usage For Grade 10 learners, whose vocabulary needs to support both general communication and academic tasks, a structured yet engaging approach is essential

Michael Lewis’s Lexical Approach (1993) provides a relevant framework for this study by prioritizing the learning of collocations and lexical chunks over isolated words This method is particularly beneficial for high school learners, as

it promotes more natural and fluent language use Similarly, Stephen Krashen’s Input Hypothesis (1985) supports the idea that students acquire vocabulary most effectively when exposed to slightly challenging but understandable language input in meaningful contexts

Given the digital-native nature of today’s students, integrating technology into vocabulary instruction is not just effective—it is necessary The Yourhomework.net platform offers interactive tasks, gamified learning experiences, and personalized practice that enhance motivation and engagement Godwin-Jones (2018) notes that such digital tools promote active learning environments, allowing learners to practice vocabulary in immersive and varied contexts

The flipped learning model further supports this approach by enabling students to learn vocabulary at their own pace outside of the classroom and apply it during in-class activities Thornton and Houser (2005) highlight that this model fosters self-directed learning and continuous progress tracking—key components for vocabulary retention

In addition, contextualized learning is crucial As McCarthy & O’Dell (2008) assert, vocabulary learned in meaningful contexts is remembered longer and used more confidently Thornbury (2002) reinforces this by advocating for interactive, communicative activities that involve real-life language use

Aligned with the study’s purpose, this theoretical foundation supports a shift from traditional rote learning to a more dynamic, student-centered approach By integrating the Lexical Approach, Input Hypothesis, and digital learning platforms such as Yourhomework.net, this study seeks to enhance the effectiveness of vocabulary instruction for Grade 10 students, ultimately boosting their language proficiency and communication skills

2.2 Practical Basis

In actual teaching practice at many high schools, Grade 10 students often struggle to memorize and apply English vocabulary, especially when exposed to traditional methods such as copying word lists, rote memorization, or doing mechanical exercises These approaches tend to be monotonous, lack practicality, and result in poor retention and limited ability to use vocabulary flexibly in speaking or writing tasks

At the same time, teachers face significant challenges in designing personalized vocabulary lessons due to limited instructional time, large class sizes, and a lack of tools to monitor individual learning progress effectively

In this context, the online learning platform Yourhomework.net emerges as a practical and effective solution With a rich library of customizable exercises and the ability to deliver immediate feedback, this platform enables teachers to assign vocabulary tasks tailored to different proficiency levels and themes The integration of Yourhomework.net not only addresses the above challenges but also aligns with the 2018 General Education Curriculum in Vietnam, which

emphasizes the development of learner autonomy, digital literacy, and the ability

to apply language in real-life contexts

This school year, I am in charge of two 10th-form classes: 10A7 and 10A9 After some lessons, I observed students’ performances and realized that students often show a lack of engagement and do not have an overview of the topic, have not demonstrated autonomy in their learning, so the class time has not been effective

The following chart will show data on surveying 10th-grade students’ attitudes and results of vocabulary tests before applying the measure:

Table 1: Students' attitudes when learning vocabulary in traditional ways

Do you enjoy learning English vocabulary? Result

2.3 Solution to the problem

2.3.1 Creating vocabulary sets per unit on Yourhomework.net

2.3.1.1 Prepare vocabulary content based on each Unit of the Global Success Grade 10 Textbook

Teachers select key vocabulary items from each unit and categorize them

by topic, language function, and difficulty level To streamline the process, teachers can also use ChatGPT to quickly extract and organize essential vocabulary for each lesson This not only saves preparation time but also

ensures that the selected vocabulary is relevant and aligned with communicative goals For example:

After selecting the vocabulary, teachers should plan a weekly or based distribution schedule, incorporating intentional repetition and spiraled review to help students retain the vocabulary over the long term

semester-2.3.1.2 Creating vocabulary sets per unit

Step 1: Go to Yourhomework.net and log in by Gmail account

- Click Tạo Bài tập

Step 2: Click on 'Tạo mới' in the Từ vựng section in the left-hand menu On the

right-hand side, in the "Title" field, type the name of your vocabulary list For

example: Unit 1: Lesson 1: Getting Started

Step 3 Click “Thêm vào danh sách” (Add to List)

In the two columns, paste English words on the left and their Vietnamese meanings on the right Once all words and meanings are entered, click the blue button labeled “Thêm vào danh sách” to save your vocabulary set

Step 4 Click the “Image” icon

In the “Image” column, click the picture icon (� ️) next to each word to

add a related image This will help students understand and remember the word better Choose clear, simple images that show the meaning of the word

Step 5 In the search box, type a keyword related to the word Browse the results

and click to select the most suitable picture Click on a suitable image

After selecting the image, click the OK button at the bottom right corner.

The image will now appear next to the word in your vocabulary list

Select images one by one for each word Check all words again to make sure they have correct meanings, images

Step 6: Scroll down and click the orange button 'TẠO MỚI bộ từ này' to

save your vocabulary set

Now, the vocabulary set for Unit 1: Lesson 1: Getting started has been created Teachers just need to copy the link and send it to students to complete the task

as shown below

2.3.2 Utilizing available vocabulary sets on the website

Step 1: Access the Website YourHomework.net

- Open your browser and enter the URL YourHomework.net in the address bar,

as shown in red box number 1

- Scroll down to the section marked by red box number 2, click Learn Vocabulary section: Practice vocabulary based on available topics

Step 2: Click “ Học từ vựng” section as below

Step 3: There are many vocabulary sets available for grades 1 through 12 Select Lớp 10, as highlighted in the red box

Step 4: Among the sets shared by various teachers, choose the one that matches

the Global Success textbook For example, I selected the set named "TỪ

VỰNG TA10 GLOBAL SUCCESS THEO TỪNG BÀI HỌC" by Ms Hương Phạm

Step 5: Clicking on this set will show all vocabulary links for each unit, from

Unit 1 to Unit 10 For example, in the image above is the link for Unit 1,

including Lesson 1 through Lesson 8

Step 6: When it's time to study a specific lesson, simply copy the link for that

lesson For example: Right-click on the line “E10 - Unit 1 - Lesson 1: Getting

started” Then select “Copy link address”

2.3.3 Assigning Tasks and Monitoring Student Progress

There are various ways to assign vocabulary tasks and monitor students’ learning progress However, I commonly apply two simple and user-friendly methods The first one is described as follows: