Using Mind Mapping as a Tool to Boost Learners’ Engagement and Fluency in English Speaking Classes. A case study at a non-language majored institution

This paper explores the theoretical foundations of mind mapping, its practical significances in increasing English learners’ speaking motivation, examines its potential application in English speaking classes at the Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) in Vietnam, and presents practical recommendations for its implementation. The goal is to empower English instructors to make informed decisions that optimize student engagement and communicative competence through this innovative method.