National competition for 6Cs Innovative Integration into Elementary Physical Education Classes
The Vietnam Institute of Educational Sciences (VNIES), in partnership with Danson Solutions, organized the Final round and Award Ceremony of the National competition for 6Cs Innovative Integration into Elementary Physical Education Classes.
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The competition was held within the framework of the collaborative project “Developing Physical Education in Primary Schools in Vietnam” (Active With Sports), implemented since 2020 by VNIES and Danson Solutions.
Over nearly six years of integration, the 6Cs Strategy has been progressively expanded through training programs, professional development workshops and practical classroom application across most provinces and cities nationwide.
The strategy has contributed to innovating teaching methods that develop students' qualities and competencies, enhancing the participation of all students during lessons, and building a positive and highly interactive learning environment.
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| The effectiveness of the 6Cs Strategy goes beyond improving physical fitness or motor skills. (Photo: VNIES) |
The competition serves as a milestone to review the intergration of the 6Cs Strategy in Elementary Physical Education Classes during the 2020-2025 period, recognize and honor innovative and effective teaching models, also create opportunities to share experiences and spread innovative teaching methods.
The event was honored with the presence of representatives from relevant partners, including: Leaders of the Department of General Education (Ministry of Education and Training); Leadership representatives and experts from the Vietnam Institute of Educational Sciences; Representatives of Danson Solutions; Education administrators and Elementary Physical Education teachers from 10 Departments of Education and Training participating in the Final Round.
The competition was organized by the Vietnam Institute of Educational Sciences and its partners from December 2025 to March 2026 on a nationwide scale, attracting active participation from Elementary Physical Education teachers.
Following provincial-level selections, the Organizing Committee received 170 entries. After professional evaluation, 34 entries advanced to the regional round, and 10 outstanding teachers were selected to compete in the national final.
During the final round in Hanoi, teachers conducted live teaching demonstrations in real classroom settings through a random draw format. The lessons clearly demonstrated pedagogical competence, the ability to organize learning activities suitable for primary school students, and the flexible and creative application of the 6Cs Strategy within specific school contexts.
At the ceremony, the Organizing Committee awarded: 1 Grand Prize, 2 First Prizes, 3 Second Prizes, 4 Third Prizes, 7 Thematic Awards, and additional Consolation Prizes.
According to the Organizing Committee, the entries and final-round teaching demonstrations reflected not only strong professional foundations but also teachers’ proactiveness and creativity in fostering positive, safe and inclusive learning environments that enhance student participation. Many effective teaching models and methods were evaluated by experts as having strong potential for replication and scaling across primary schools nationwide.
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| Prof. Dr. Le Anh Vinh, President of the Vietnam Institute of Educational Sciences spoke at the Award Ceremony. (Photo: VNIES) |
Speaking at the Award Ceremony, Prof. Dr. Le Anh Vinh, President of the Vietnam Institute of Educational Sciences, affirmed that the competition marks an important milestone in reviewing the six-year journey of implementing the 6Cs Strategy.
He highlighted several key values achieved through the project: The competition stands as the most vivid testament to the success of the project. It is an opportunity to recognize the sustained dedication of teachers in translating theoretical orientations from training programs into creative and effective classroom practices.
At the same time, the competition functions as a connecting platform, creating a professional environment for teachers from different localities to connect, exchange ideas, and consolidate best practices to strengthen overall professional capacity.
The effectiveness of the 6Cs Strategy goes beyond improving physical fitness or motor skills. More importantly, it has transformed students’ learning mindset in Elementary Physical Education Classes. Through the core elements of the strategy, students become more proactive and enthusiastic during lessons, while gradually developing healthy lifestyles, a sense of discipline, and self-confidence in their daily lives.
The results achieved by the project over this period are a true reflection of the spirit of comprehensive educational innovation, focused on developing students' qualities and competencies. This active teaching strategy will serve as invaluable practical material for the Vietnam Institute of Educational Sciences to continue researching, expanding, and spreading its impact across further levels of education nationwide.
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