VIETNAM NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, HANOI UNIVERSITY OF LANGUAGES AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES FACULTY OF POST-GRADUATE STUDIES wll USING MIND MAPS TO PROMOTE PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ MOTIVATION IN SPEAKING LESSONS: AN ACTION RESEARCH PROJECT AT AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN HAI PHONG (Sw dung so’ đồ tư duy để thúc đẩy động lực học của học sinh tiểu học trong các tiết học nói: Một nghiên cứu hành động tại một trường tiểu học ở thành phố Hải Phòng) MA.MINOR THESIS Field: English Teaching Methodology Code: 8140231.01 Hanoi — 2024 VIETNAM NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, HANOI UNIVERSITY OF LANGUAGES AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES FACULTY OF POST-GRADUATE STUDIES wlles USING MIND MAPS TO PROMOTE PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ MOTIVATION IN SPEAKING LESSONS: AN ACTION RESEARCH PROJECT AT AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN HAI PHONG (Sử dụng sơ đồ tư duy dé thúc day động lực hoc cua hoc sinh tiéu hoc trong các tiết học nói: Một nghiên cứu hành động tại một trường tiểu học ở thành phố Hải Phòng) MA.MINOR THESIS Field: English Teaching Methodology Code: 8140231. Huynh Anh Tuan Hanoi — 2024 DECLARATION OF AUTHORSHIP I certify that the minor thesis entitled “Using Mind maps to Promote Primary School Students’ Motivation in Speaking Lessons: An Action Research at an Elementary School in Hai Phong” is the result of my own work and has not been submitted in any form for another degree or diploma at any universities or other institutions. I am fully aware that should this declaration be found to be dishonest, disciplinary action and penalties in accordance with university policies and rules can be imposed. Hanoi, 2023 Student’s signature Bui Thi Van Approved by SUPERVISOR (Signature and full name) Dr.
Huỳnh Anh Tuấn |DY. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This thesis could not have been completed without the help and support from several people. First and foremost, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my supervisor, Dr. Huynh Anh Tuan, my supervisor, who has patiently and constantly supported me through the stages of the study, and whose stimulating ideas, expertise, and suggestions have inspired me greatly through my growth as an academic researcher.
A special word of thanks goes to all the teachers and students who took part in the research. Without their cooperation, it would be impossible for me to accomplish this study. Lastly, [immensely appreciate family and close friends, for the sacrifice they have devoted to the fulfillment of this academic work il ABSTRACT This research aims at finding the effects of using mind maps on the 4" graders’ motivation in English speaking lessons and the English teachers’ difficulties encountered while applying this technique at an Elementary School in Hai Phong city. In this study, questionnaires, dairy and interviews were used as the main data collection instruments with the participation of forty 4" graders and the writer working as English teacher.
The findings from the questionnaires and interviews illustrated that mind maps have positive influences on primary students’ motivation. The analysis of the diary revealed that the English teacher has got many obstacles in guiding students to create mind maps and confidently present the given topics based on the mind maps. Therefore, teacher had changed and improved teaching methods which were suitable for students’ interest and solved the problems during the treatment implementation in order to enhance students’ motivation in English speaking lessons. Consequently, the findings of the research might be the basis of developing English speaking teaching methods through mind mapping and be foundation of many future studies.
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Student motivation in primary school education. Definition of motivation and learning mofIVAtiON. Awareness of learning motivation in primary school students. Factors influencing learning motivation in primary school age.
Teaching speaking skills for young learners. Some principles to teach English speakIng. Teacher roles of teaching speaking. Young learners’ motivation in speaking ÌeSSONS.
The integration of mind maps and learning mofIVation. How mind maps can optimize learning Motivation. The interaction between mind maps and motivational factors in the learning speaking English process. Previous related Studies.
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Survey results for question S. 2G SH ngư 72 Chart 4. Survey results for Question Ế.- G5 như 73 viii CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION The introductory chapter establishes the groundwork for the study.
Within this chapter, the rationale of the problem is thoroughly examined, shedding light on the critical issues that instigated the investigation. The research aim, objectives, and questions are explicitly outlined, presenting a well-defined roadmap for the study's focus. Emphasis is placed on the significance of the research, highlighting its potential impact on the motivation of primary school students in speaking lessons. The scope of the study delineates the specific parameters and context in which the research unfolds.
The chapter concludes by meticulously detailing the chosen research methodology and offering a glimpse into the overall structure of the thesis, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the research journey. Rationale Motivation plays a significant role in the process of learning a language. Language teachers cannot effectively teach a language if they do not understand the relationship between motivation and its effect on language acquisition. The core of motivation is what might be called passion, which relates to a person's intrinsic goals and desires.
Successful learners know their preferences, their strengths and weaknesses, and effectively utilize strengths and compensate for weaknesses. Successful language learning is linked to the learner’s passion. And instructors should find ways to connect to this passion. Mind mapping, according to Buzan (2006), is a technique of making outline which used the represent words, ideas, tasks, or another linked to an arranged radically around a central key word or idea by lines and typically it contains words, ideas, short phrase or pictures.
In this research, I want to examine what aspects of learning motivation mind mapping activities have influence on. Many previous studies referred to mind mapping as an instrument to improve young learners’ language skills, but not their motivation. Hence, this research is expected to give a contribution to enrich teaching methods used to promote young learners’ motivation in speaking lessons 1 1. Research aim, objectives, and research questions The study is carried out with the aims of investigating the potential benefits of utilizing mind maps as a teaching tool to enhance primary school students’ motivation in speaking lessons.
The specific objectives are outlined as follows: - Identifying the impacts of mind maps on students’ motivation in speaking lessons - Investigating the difficulties encountered by the teacher in using mind maps to enhance the students’ motivation in speaking lessons Research questions: 1. To what extent is the use of mind map effective in enhancing students’ motivation in speaking lessons? 2. What difficulties are encountered by the teacher in using mind maps to enhance the students’ motivation in speaking lessons? Underlying assumptions: Assumption 1: The integration of mind maps in teaching is expected to have a positive impact on students' motivation in speaking lessons. Assumption 2: The teacher's role is crucial in successfully implementing mind maps as a teaching tool, and potential difficulties may arise in the process.
By addressing these objectives and research questions, this study aims to contribute valuable insights into the effectiveness of mind maps in promoting motivation among primary school students during speaking lessons at an elementary school in Hai Phong. Significance of the research Theoretical significance This study is hoped to constitutes a substantial contribution to the field of education, especially in enhancing our understanding of how to use mind maps to boost learning motivation among primary school students. Additionally, the findings of the study will provide the foundation for many future studies on young learners’ motivation to learn English; thereby, bringing about a bank of teaching foreign language techniques for young learners. Practical significance By creating a model that utilizes mind maps to promote learning motivation, this research has the potential to enhance the quality of teaching and learning English in the experiment primary school, especially to create a more engaging and motivating learning environment, ultimately assisting students in developing self- learning skills and a genuine interest in speaking English lessons.
In addition, the research will supply teachers with a number of the treatments in order to overcome the obstacles in teaching speaking to elementary students, especially in term of promoting students’ motivation, raise their high spirits in practicing communication skills. With the regard of the significance to the experiment school, the study may beneficial to the principal of the school in applying the mind maps in teaching daily speaking lessons and improving learning performances as well as developing efficient teaching models at school.