SHARING EXPERIENCES OF INTEGRATING SOFT SKILLS INTO TEACHING "5S APPLICATION IN OFFICE WORK" SUBJECT OF OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Abstract

Currently, strong integration of Vietnam’s economy requires human resources must be trained with highly specialized knowledge, English skills and soft skills as well. In order to meet the requirements, the occupationaleducation at the colleges and universities play an important role. Developing soft skills for students is an issue that needs to be considered, in which the integration of soft skills into teaching is essential and is environment for students to practice skills for their future jobs. This article shares the author’s experiences through integrating soft skills into teaching “5S Applications in the Office” subject for Office Administration students at Tra Vinh University, specifically focus on clarifying the content, role and coordination process of five skills: communication, teamwork, presentation, critical thinking and independent work.