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Vietnamese Language Center and The Phi Huynh

Topics will be covered in this course:

1. Describing a person - ANH ẤY MẮ Health - EM BỊ CẢM RỒI.

3. Education - CHỊ THÍCH NHẤT LÀ MÔN TIẾNG VIỆT

4. Money - CON XÀI QUÁ NHIỀU TIỀN

5. Clothes - ANH KHÔNG THÍCH KIỂU ÁO NÀY

6. Accommodation - ÍT NHẤT CŨNG LÀ 10 TRIỆU

7. Family values - LÀM SAO MÀ THĂM ĐƯỢC

8. Vacation - HAY LÀ ANH Ở LẦU 2 ĐI.

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Learning objectives

  • Understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc
  • Be able to deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken
  • Be able to produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar and can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions
  • Be able to briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

Syllabus

BEFORE YOU START!
LESSON 01: DESCRIBING A PERSON - MIÊU TẢ NGƯỜI
True or False
DIALOGUE ONLY
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Explores Vietnamese language and culture
Taught by Vietnamese Language Center, The Phi Huynh, who are experienced instructors
Suitable for beginners who want to learn basic Vietnamese
Covers essential topics such as describing people, health, education, money, clothes, accommodation, family values, and vacation
Interactive and engaging with activities like true or false, dialogue only, fill in the blanks, and unscramble words

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Reviews summary

Complete vietnamese for intermediate learners

According to students, this "Complete Vietnamese Course - Lower Intermediate (B1)" is a solid choice for those looking to advance their language skills beyond the basics. Many found the dialogues natural and relevant, praising the clear grammar explanations and effective vocabulary integration. Learners particularly highlighted the impeccable pronunciation of the instructor and the inclusion of valuable cultural insights. While generally well-received for its practical focus and logical structure, some feedback suggests opportunities for improvement, such as providing more diverse interactive speaking exercises and potentially more in-depth grammar discussions, as certain learners felt the need for supplementary resources.
Includes valuable cultural notes within lessons.
"The cultural insights embedded in the dialogues were a pleasant surprise."
"The topics directly align with what I need for my upcoming trip to Vietnam."
Well-structured with appropriate lesson pacing.
"I found the pacing to be just right, not too fast, not too slow."
"The structure is logical and easy to follow."
"It helped bridge the gap from beginner to intermediate."
Excellent grammar explanations and clear pronunciation.
"I especially appreciate the clear grammar explanations and the way new vocabulary is integrated."
"The instructor's pronunciation is impeccable and easy to follow."
"The pronunciation guidance is clear."
Focuses on real-life scenarios and useful vocabulary.
"The dialogues are very natural and helpful. ... It truly helps you build confidence in speaking about everyday topics."
"The topics covered are highly relevant for an intermediate learner."
"I particularly liked the real-life scenarios presented. ... The vocabulary is highly useful..."
Inconsistent audio quality and limited voice diversity.
"I sometimes found the audio quality inconsistent."
"I think a more varied range of voices in the dialogues would be beneficial for ear training, as it's mostly one instructor."
Some learners needed additional resources for depth.
"I sometimes found the audio quality inconsistent. ... I needed to look up additional grammar resources to fully grasp some concepts."
"The grammar explanations were too brief for my liking, often just stating rules without enough examples."
"For a B1 course, I expected a bit more depth in certain areas, particularly around complex sentence structures."
Could benefit from more interactive speaking exercises.
"My main suggestion would be to include more interactive speaking exercises, perhaps with prompts for self-recording, as just listening isn't always enough."
"I wished there were more scenarios beyond just basic daily life."
"The exercises could be more diverse."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Complete Vietnamese Course - Lower Intermediate (B1) with these activities:
Review basic Vietnamese grammar
Solidify your understanding of the fundamental grammatical structures used in Vietnamese to enhance your comprehension and expression.
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  • Review your notes or textbooks on Vietnamese grammar
  • Complete practice exercises or take quizzes to reinforce your knowledge
  • Identify areas where you need additional support and seek clarification
Form a study group with classmates
Establish a regular meeting time to discuss course topics, share perspectives, and work through problems together.
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  • Identify a group of classmates who share similar learning goals and schedules
  • Determine the best time and location for your study sessions
  • Create an agenda for each session to guide your discussions
  • Take turns leading discussions and facilitating activities
  • Provide mutual support and feedback to reinforce learning
Complete vocabulary exercises
Strengthen your vocabulary skills by completing exercises that focus on the key terms introduced in the course.
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  • Review the vocabulary lists provided in your course materials
  • Complete online exercises or use flashcards to practice your vocabulary
  • Create your own drills or quizzes to challenge your knowledge
  • Use new vocabulary in context by writing sentences or having conversations
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Follow online tutorials on specific grammar topics
Expand your understanding of Vietnamese grammar by seeking additional guidance and examples through online tutorials.
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  • Identify specific grammar topics you want to improve
  • Search for online tutorials that provide clear explanations and examples
  • Follow the tutorials and take notes on key concepts
  • Complete practice exercises or quizzes to reinforce your learning
Create a portfolio of your work
Capture work samples in a single location to express your understanding and perspective of topics throughout the course.
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  • Prepare a space where you will store your work
  • Review your learning materials and select work to incorporate into your portfolio
  • Organize your work by skill and reflect on your strengths and weaknesses
  • Share your portfolio with other students and instructors for feedback
Write a short story or dialogue in Vietnamese
Demonstrate your proficiency in Vietnamese by creating an original piece of writing that showcases your language skills.
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  • Choose a topic or theme that interests you and aligns with the course material
  • Brainstorm ideas and develop an outline for your story or dialogue
  • Write a draft and seek feedback from your instructor or peers
  • Revise and edit your work to improve accuracy, fluency, and clarity
  • Share your final product with others for appreciation and discussion

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