CẢM XÚC TRONG HÀNH TRÌNH HỌC VÀ GIAO TIẾP NÓI TIẾNG ANH: GÓC NHÌN TỪ CÁC GIẢNG VIÊN TIẾNG ANH
Vol. 135 No. 6A (2026), Tạp chí Khoa học Đại học Huế: Khoa học Xã hội và Nhân văn
Vol. 135 No. 6A (2026)

CẢM XÚC TRONG HÀNH TRÌNH HỌC VÀ GIAO TIẾP NÓI TIẾNG ANH: GÓC NHÌN TỪ CÁC GIẢNG VIÊN TIẾNG ANH

Tạp chí Khoa học Đại học Huế: Khoa học Xã hội và Nhân văn
https://doi.org/10.26459/hueunijssh.v135i6A.7944
Published 2026-01-27
Pham Nguyen Ai
Trường ĐH Ngoại ngữ, Đại học Huế

Keywords

cảm xúc, giảng viên tiếng Anh, bản ngã ngôn ngữ, giao tiếp nói emotions, English language teachers, language self, oral communication

Abstract

This study explores the role of emotions in the English language learning and use journey of university teachers in Vietnam, tracing their experiences from childhood to becoming professional lecturers in higher education. Employing a mixed methods research design, data were collected through a questionnaire with 70 teachers and semi-structured interviews combined with reflective journals from 10 teachers. Data analysis reveals that emotions play a central role in shaping motivation, language self, and actual communication behavior in English. Positive emotions such as gratitude, pride, and excitement are often associated with family support, positive learning environments, and successful communication experiences. In contrast, negative emotions such as anxiety, face-related pressure, and fear of judgment tend to arise in socially demanding communicative situations, especially in professional contexts like academic conferences. These emotions not only reflect individual experiences but also highlight the deep influence of cultural values and social expectations in shaping teachers’ professional identity. The study suggests that emotional dimensions should be integrated into teacher education and curriculum design to create emotionally safe, supportive, and affirming learning environments that foster communicative competence and sustainable professional development in language education.

https://doi.org/10.26459/hueunijssh.v135i6A.7944

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