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Delegation from Ho Chi Minh City University of Education visits and works at Lac Hong University
[Bien Hoa, Dong Nai] - On the morning of March 25, 2025, Lac Hong University (LHU) had the distinct honour of welcoming a delegation from Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (HCMUE) for a visit and working session. This event marks a significant stride in the enhancement of cooperation and the exchange of expertise between two of Vietnam's leading educational institutions.
Introduction to Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (HCMUE)
Established in 1976, Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (HCMUE) stands as one of the 22 national key universities and one of the two pivotal pedagogical universities in the country. With a specialised strength in the field of teacher training, HCMUE provides highly qualified educators and lecturers, catering to the demand for quality teachers in pedagogical schools and the general education system, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City and the southern region. HCMUE offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs and conducts educational scientific research and related disciplines. These research endeavours aim to elevate educational quality and develop educational solutions tailored to the practical needs of society, contributing to the socio-economic development of the southern region and the nation.
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Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Trung, Vice Rector of HCMUE
Ms. Phuong Diem Huong, Head of the Examination and Quality Assurance Department
Ms. Duong Thi Hong Hieu, Head of the Academic Affairs Department
Mr. Pham Nguyen Thanh Vinh, Head of the Postgraduate Studies Department
Introduction toLac Hong University (LHU)
Founded in 1997, and having undergone over 27 years of development, Lac Hong University has evolved into a multidisciplinary higher education institution, offering a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Playing a crucial role in supplying a high-quality workforce not only in Dong Nai province but also nationwide, the University has provided personnel to 32 industrial parks and over 40,000 enterprises in the southern key economic region of Vietnam. LHU actively fosters collaborative relationships with over 100 international universities and organisations, 46 foreign enterprises, and more than 256 domestic enterprises, thereby continually expanding its cooperation and training network. Recently, Lac Hong University joined the ASU-Cintana Alliance with the goal of training a high-caliber workforce capable of competing in the global labour market.
Mr. Lam Thanh Hien, Rector of LHU
Mr. Le Phuong Truong, Head of the Office of Educational Testing and Quality Assurance
Ms. Ngo Dinh Hoang Diem, Deputy Head of the Office of Educational Testing and Quality Assurance
Objectives of the Working Session
- Exchange and Sharing of Expertise in Quality Assurance and Examination
- The two institutions exchanged and shared practical experiences in educational quality assurance and examination activities. During the session, representatives from Lac Hong University presented solutions and support tools developed by the university to enhance the effectiveness of quality assurance, aligning with national and international standards.
- Introduction of Technological Solutions to Support Teaching and Educational Management
- Lac Hong University introduced several information technology applications and tools developed by the university, notably software for measuring learning outcomes in accordance with domestic and international standards. Additionally, the university shared artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist lecturers in various professional activities, such as lesson planning, curriculum design, rubric development, and test design.
Notably, Lac Hong University has implemented the LHU AI tool, integrated into the university's internal information system, serving as a "digital assistant" for staff, lecturers, and students. This tool enables users to quickly access and retrieve information related to academic, teaching, and administrative activities, such as schedules, regulations, guidelines, and support services.
Future Cooperation Vision Between the Two Universities
- The two universities discussed their future cooperation vision, encompassing the following key areas:
- Consultation and exchange on draft cooperation agreements across various fields.
- Implementation of the Digital Transformation Project by 2030, including the sharing of learning resources and the advancement of information technology systems.
- Cooperation in educational quality assurance.
- Organisation of professional development courses for educators to meet the demands of the digital age.
- Promotion of collaborative activities for community service.
Training and organisation of foreign language proficiency certification.
Images from the working session:
