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Discover how to transform your phone into a personal health assistant and a source of motivation at the “How to Use Your Phone to Build Healthy Habits & Boost Physical Activity” event, hosted by the English Speaking Club at SEAMEO RETRAC. Join Mr. Jarvis Dashkewytch, a Canadian National Rugby Team athlete, as he shares practical strategies to develop positive habits and improve well-being through mindful phone usage.

 Date & Time: Sunday, April 6 | 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

 Venue:…

Registration: March 4 – March 16
Location: Room 208, SEAMEO RETRAC – 35 Le Thanh Ton, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1

Eligibility: Open to individuals aged 15 and above who are studying IELTS and eager to enhance their skills.

Contact: esc@vnseameo.org for questions or further information.…

On February 15th, SEAMEO RETRAC had the pleasure of hosting a cultural exchange with students from Southern Cross University, Australia. The event provided a wonderful opportunity for students from both institutions to explore and learn more about each other’s cultures.

During the exchange, SEAMEO RETRAC students enthusiastically participated in discussions, introduced unique aspects of Vietnamese culture, and shared their personal learning experiences with Australian students.

This cultural exchange is part of SEAMEO RETRAC’s ongoing collaboration with international universities, offering students …

🌟 Do you want to communicate more confidently and impressively? Do you want to tell engaging stories and make vivid descriptions to convey your message effectively? Join the Workshop: “Tips for Storytelling and Description to Improve Your Speaking Skills”!

Together with Mr. Nick Tyler, we are going to explore storytelling techniques, detailed descriptions, how to structure your speech logically, and how to start and finish your presentation with impact.

Why should you join? To enhance your communication skills, prepare better …

In this session, we’re going to focus on an essential skill that can make a big difference in both your English exams and everyday conversations: Paraphrasing.

Paraphrasing is a key skill not only for the IELTS Speaking test but also for any situation where you need to communicate in English. By learning how to rephrase questions and answers, you can avoid repetition and show a wider range of vocabulary and grammar. This is something examiners particularly look for in …

Today, we will explore an interesting and relatable topic: “What makes your hometown special?” This is a wonderful opportunity for you to practise your English speaking skills while sharing memorable experiences about your hometown.

Hometowns hold cherished memories, stories, and unique cultural elements. Each of us has a different perspective, which enriches our discussions. At the club, you’ll be encouraged to participate in lively conversations, listen to stories from others, and expand your vocabulary and communication skills.

By participating, you …

When learning English, our goal goes beyond just grammar and vocabulary; it’s also about improving our communication skills naturally. To create an effective English-speaking environment and share methods for speaking like a native, ANH VĂN SEAMEO RETRAC invites participants aged 13 and older to join our workshop “Speak Like a Native: Techniques for Natural English Conversation.”

In this workshop, Mr. Ryan Muirhead – our native English teacher, will share effective speaking techniques to help you practice your communication skills more …

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly important part of our daily lives. To explore the benefits of AI and improve your English speaking skills, we would like to invite you to join our English club with the topic: “How is AI Changing Our Daily Lives?”

In this session, Ms. Kgalalelo Mototo, our native English teacher, will guide you through the fascinating aspects of AI and its impact on our lives. She will share useful vocabulary and sentence structures to …

Health is an important and interesting topic that frequently appears in English speaking exams, especially in the IELTS Speaking test. To help you improve your speaking skills and better prepare for the exam, SEAMEO RETRAC invites you to join our English club session on health habits.

In this session, you will have the opportunity to practice answering questions about health habits and share the effective healthy habits that work for you. This is a great chance to enhance your English …