The 2nd VietCALL International Convention (VietCALL 2026)

This study investigates the application of multimodal discourse analysis (MDA) based on artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance university English teaching, particularly in Academic English writing and digital multimodal composing courses. The purpose is to examine how AI-powered tools—such as text-to-video generators, voice-based chatbots, and AI feedback systems—reshape semiotic...

This study investigates the pedagogical strategies adopted by IELTS writing teachers at a private language centre in Hanoi, Vietnam, regarding students' use of generative AI. It addresses two research questions: (1) What pedagogical strategies do IELTS writing teachers employ regarding students' use of generative AI in IELTS writing classrooms? (2) How do teachers explain and justify these...

The rapid adoption of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is reshaping academic writing practices in higher education and creating new opportunities as well as challenges for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) education. While AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Grammarly can support idea generation, language development, and writing revision, they also raise important...

Argumentative writing is a cornerstone of academic literacy, yet remains challenging for EFL learners. Although ChatGPT shows promise for supporting it, research has focused on error-oriented feedback, leaving comparative configurations underexplored. This mixed-methods quasi-experimental study compared Socratic scaffolded and directive ChatGPT feedback on Vietnamese EFL university students'...

Abstract
Artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI, is increasingly influencing educational practices and reshaping the competencies expected of future teachers. In this context, AI literacy has become an essential component of teacher education, encompassing not only basic understanding of AI but also pedagogical application and ethical use. This study aims to examine the...

For primary English learners, vocabulary is where language study either takes root or quietly stalls and in Vietnamese classrooms, memorizing word lists often does little to hold a child's attention. Gamification promises to change that, but two questions remain unsettled: does it work for learners this young, and does the excitement it generates translate into words learned rather than mere...

The growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education is changing the way teachers plan lessons, design assessments, create learning materials, and engage in professional learning. While AI offers significant opportunities, many educators remain uncertain about how to use these tools responsibly. Questions related to academic integrity, data privacy, transparency, and the...