19. Integrating mind mapping into teaching the business Writing 1 course at Lac Hong University
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https://doi.org/10.61591/jslhu.25.777Từ khóa:
Mind mapping; Business writing; Action research; Idea generation; Linguistic development.Tóm tắt
This study investigated the effectiveness of mind mapping on the business writing skills of English Language students at Lac Hong University, Vietnam. Within the framework of a 15-week action research conducted in the Business Writing 1 course, an intervention was implemented after the midterm test for 26 third-year students. This intervention aimed to support idea development, content organization, grammatical accuracy, and the appropriate use of business language. Data were collected through questionnaires, pre- and post-intervention writing samples, and semi-structured interviews. Descriptive statistical analysis and independent t-tests revealed significant improvements across all four criteria (Ideas, Organization, Grammar, Language), with p < 0.001. Cohen’s d values (0.92–1.47) indicated a large effect size. Qualitative analysis corroborated these findings, demonstrating that mind mapping aided students in developing ideas, structuring their writing logically, and employing more appropriate language. Furthermore, the majority of students exhibited positive attitudes, perceiving mind mapping as a beneficial learning tool that helped reduce anxiety and foster greater writing confidence. The results suggest that mind mapping is an effective visual tool with clear pedagogical potential in teaching English business writing.
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