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GD&TĐ - Gone are the days of dry, boring lessons; Technology at Giang Vo Secondary School has become an "intellectual playground" thanks to its creative teaching methods.

Through her digital classroom, teacher Nguyen Hong Thuy has helped students access 3D design, learn through projects, and develop technological thinking.

Journey of discovery

Amidst the widespread digital transformation in education , Giang Vo Secondary School (Giang Vo Ward, Hanoi) has witnessed positive innovations from its teaching staff. Outstanding among them is Ms. Nguyen Hong Thuy, a technology teacher in the Math-Technology-Informatics team, who is inspiring creativity in her students through unique and engaging lessons.

With the philosophy that "each lesson is a journey of discovery," Ms. Thuy constantly explores and applies technology to innovate her lectures. As a result, the Technology subject is no longer confined to theory, but becomes an experiential space where students can be creative and develop their thinking.

This school year, Ms. Thuy teaches classes 6A1 and 6A9 – the pioneering classes implementing the “digital classroom” model. Here, technology is integrated into every learning activity, creating a clear change in the way knowledge is approached. In lessons, students not only learn about materials or production processes, but also directly use software to realize their ideas. From designing 3D interior spaces and color schemes to building familiar objects, they are gradually approaching modern technological thinking.

This learning method helps students develop several important skills simultaneously, such as design thinking, creativity, and digital skills – essential competencies for citizens in the modern era. Working with software not only serves the lesson but also helps students become more confident in the digital environment. Under Ms. Thuy's guidance, each Technology lesson becomes an "intellectual playground," where students experiment, make mistakes, and try again. This open learning spirit contributes to fostering a love for science and technology from an early age.

A highlight of Ms. Thuy's teaching method is the project "Designing a study desk using Tinkercad software" - a learning model linked to practical application. For example, through real-world observation, students discover the limitations of many current study desks, such as lack of convenience, unsuitability for posture, or failure to meet individual needs.

Based on that, the students proposed improvement ideas, aiming for a smart, safe, and aesthetically pleasing product. During the process, students became familiar with the Tinkercad 3D design software, using basic shapes and cutting-and-assembling operations to build models. The products were evaluated according to specific criteria such as functionality, safety, aesthetics, and creativity.

In particular, the project presentation was organized in a format simulating the "Shark Tank" fundraising program. The Google Digital Classroom became a "technology exhibition," where students displayed their products and participated in evaluations via Google Forms. Notably, in the "fundraising" section, groups presented their products using 3D models and gave presentations to persuade "investors." This activity not only created excitement but also helped students hone their critical thinking, evaluation, and persuasion skills.

Nguyen Minh Huong A (class 6A1) shared: “What I enjoyed most was coming up with my own ideas and turning them into products on the computer. Participating in the exhibition also allowed me to learn many more ideas from my classmates. Thanks to that, I found Technology more interesting and relatable, and I felt more confident presenting my own ideas.”

This lesson plan was designed by Ms. Nguyen Hong Thuy and her students.

Encouraging innovation and capacity building.

Sharing her thoughts on the innovation process, Ms. Nguyen Hong Thuy said that the biggest advantage was the attention and support from the school's administration, especially in the implementation of digital classes. The modern technological infrastructure and the students' good technological skills helped to make the application of software and digital tools in teaching more effective.

However, in the initial stages of the project, some students struggled to get familiar with the software, and their time allocation wasn't ideal. Nevertheless, after just a few sessions, the students quickly adapted and demonstrated strong design thinking. "What surprised me most was the students' presentation and critical thinking skills in their project reports. They confidently defended their ideas and presented innovative products," Ms. Thuy shared.

A memorable moment for Ms. Thuy was when, after the project, a student proactively shared that they previously found Technology quite dry, but after directly designing 3D products relevant to everyday life, they realized that learning had become more meaningful. "Such positive feedback motivates me to continue innovating and flexibly applying technology in each lesson," Ms. Thuy said.

Dr. Vu Dinh Phuong, Vice Principal of Giang Vo Secondary School, said that the school always creates conditions for teachers to innovate teaching methods. Therefore, to make each lesson an exciting journey of discovery for students, the school has provided optimal conditions for teachers, such as equipping them with a comprehensive digital ecosystem, allowing teachers to freely design multimedia learning materials, and breaking the limitations of traditional paper lesson plans and blackboards.

In addition, the school's teachers have changed their assessment methods, focusing not only on grades but also on students' learning projects and practical products. Encouraging experimentation and accepting differences has created a favorable environment for teachers to boldly innovate. "Technology at Giang Vo Secondary School plays a role in freeing up administrative workload so that teachers can focus on creating content...", emphasized Dr. Vu Dinh Phuong.

From the creative lessons at Giang Vo Secondary School, it's clear that digital transformation in education isn't just about equipment or software, but more importantly, about the teachers – those who dare to change in order to inspire students to learn.

In the 2025-2026 school year, Giang Vo Secondary School will implement 3 Google Digital Classrooms. These classrooms are guaranteed in terms of digital infrastructure, digital platforms, and digital skills. Each student participating in a Google Digital Classroom will use their own laptop (or tablet) or Chromebook (with tightly controlled content and applications).

Each student is given a separate account to use and centrally manage content-moderated web browsers, ensuring the safety and security of student information. It is projected that by the 2026-2027 school year, the school will become the first Google Digital School in Hanoi and the entire country.

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