Enhancing foreign language teaching at Thai Nguyen University through the experiential learning approach

This study investigates the application of experiential learning in foreign language education at Thai Nguyen University as a strategic response to the increasing demand for practical language competence amid global integration and the ongoing digital transformation of the educational landscape. Anchored in established theoretical frameworks of foreign language pedagogy and experiential learning, alongside the author’s professional teaching experience, the research critically analyzes the persistent limitations of conventional, teacher-centered instructional methods. In light of these shortcomings, the paper advocates for a pedagogical shift towards innovative, learner-centered approaches, with an emphasis on experiential learning as a core methodology. The findings underscore the effectiveness of this approach in promoting learner autonomy, advancing communicative and intercultural competencies, and enhancing the long-term retention of language skills.