USING LINOIT IN TEACHING WRITING IN THE GENERAL ENGLISH COURSE FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS AT HAI PHONG UNIVERSITY

Abstract

The ability to write effectively in English plays an important role in the career development of Vietnamese university students. However, many first-year students often face challenges in generating ideas, organizing their writing, and maintaining motivation. In the context of digital transformation in education, online tools such as Linoit have emerged as promising solutions for enhancing collaborative and interactive learning. This study investigated the application of Linoit in teaching writing skills to first-year students at Hai Phong University as a part of the General English course. A mixed-method approach was employed, including classroom observations, student surveys, teacher interviews, and analysis of students’ written assignments. The findings indicate that Linoit fosters student engagement, encourages idea sharing, and improves the organization of written texts. Students reported increased confidence in their writing and described the learning process as more enjoyable. Nevertheless, challenges such as limited digital literacy and unstable internet connections were also noted. The study concludes that Linoit can be an effective tool for teaching, provides that teachers and students receive adequate training. It recommends integrating digital tools into the formal curriculum of General English course and conducting further research on other AI tools in language learning.