The Next Educators 2025: Where Future English Teachers Begin Their Journey

On the afternoon of November 15, 2025, the Final Round of The Next Educators 2025, organized by the Faculty of Languages – Psychology at Hoa Sen University (HSU), took place in an energetic and inspiring atmosphere, bringing together nearly 200 students from 36 universities across Ho Chi Minh City. Designed and run entirely by HSU’s English Language Studies students, the competition created a practical and professional environment for young individuals passionate about English teaching and eager to develop real pedagogical skills.

A dynamic professional arena for nearly 200 aspiring English educators

The Next Educators is a competition organized by English Language Studies students at HSU, designed to offer contestants a practical platform to step into the role of “teacher” through a simulated classroom experience.  In 2025, it attracted nearly 200 young English-teaching enthusiasts from 36 universities in Ho Chi Minh City.

After several practical rounds, the eight strongest contestants advanced to the Final Round. In this academic arena, each finalist delivered a 10–12 minute lesson, skillfully integrating storytelling, interactive teaching techniques, and real-time pedagogical problem-solving before the Board of Judges. To make the competition even more realistic, each contestant taught a “simulated class” of eight students, creating a dynamic classroom atmosphere that showcased their teaching ability, creativity, and adaptability in a real-world educational setting.

The Next Educators 2025 Final Results

First prize: 
Ms. Le Nguyen Truc Loan, English Language Studies student specializing in English Language Teaching, HSU – VN$67 million.

Second prize:
Ms. Le Thi Thanh Thao, English Language Studies student, HSU – VN$44.5 million.

Third prize: 
Each contestant was awarded VN$40 million:

• Ms. Nguyen Ngoc Thao Vy, student from Foreign Trade University Campus II; and,
• Ms. Phan Thi Anh Thu, English Language Studies student, HSU.

Consolation Prizes: 
Each contestant was awarded VN$29 million:

• Mr. Nguyen Ho Duc Huy, English Language Studies student, HSU;
• Mr. Che Ma Kinh Lac, student from HCMC University of Foreign Languages – Information Technology;
• Mr. Ta Tran Hoang Anh, student from Ho Chi Minh City University of Education; and,
• Mr. Nguyen Dai Vu, student from Foreign Trade University Campus II.

Expert Insights: A Competition Rich in Creativity and Real-World Application

MA.  Nguyen Minh Tri, Program Director of HSU English Language Studies, emphasized that “The Next Educators” built on the spirit of the “Ring the Bell” competition, which had become well-known among students who love teaching English.

He also emphasized that this had represented a key experiential project within the English Language Studies major, allowing students to develop core skills in pedagogical design, classroom management, sponsor coordination, and program execution, foundational skills for entering the professional teaching environment with confidence.

MA. Dao Xuan Phuong Trang, Head of the Jury, Head of the English Department at Ho Chi Minh City University of Education, and an expert of the National Foreign Language Project, commended the contest’s creativity and thorough professional preparation. According to her, “The Next Educators offers a valuable platform that nurtures pedagogical skills among young aspiring teachers in the era of educational innovation”.

HSU – A Creative and Empowering Learning Environment

Organized entirely by students, the competition exemplifies HSU’s commitment to experiential learning. Beyond teaching practice, contestants gain practical experience in program development, stakeholder collaboration, and event management, skills that are increasingly vital in contemporary education and language industries.

Some moments at the event: