With an educational philosophy, standards, and practices based on the American liberal arts model of higher education, Tan Tao University aspires to become a globally distinguished institution providing excellence in education, participating in the advancement of knowledge through research, and serving the peoples of Vietnam, Southeast Asia, and the world. (from the TTU website) TTU … Continue reading Tan Tao University
Year: 2010
Science Education Across Borders: Why Academic Globalization Should Be Welcomed, Not Feared
From the conclusion of this essay, excerpted from a forthcoming book The Great Brain Race: How Global Universities are Reshaping the World by Ben Wildavsky. The United States should respond to the globalization of higher education not with angst but with a sense of possibility. Neither a gradual erosion in the U.S. market share of students … Continue reading Science Education Across Borders: Why Academic Globalization Should Be Welcomed, Not Feared
“Better education way to ‘demographic bonus’ benefits”
Vietnam’s educational system must focus more on encouraging innovation and creativity to make the most of Vietnam’s vast working age population, which is more than double its dependent population, a European expert said. While this VietnamNet article from 19.2.10 mixes apples and oranges by including a reference to Vietnam's gender imbalance problem (i.e., the SRB, … Continue reading “Better education way to ‘demographic bonus’ benefits”
UCEA Global Associates Washington Briefing
I was invited to speak at the February 4-5, 2010 "Washington Briefing" of the University Continuing Education Association (UCEA). My presentation about Vietnam and U.S.-Vietnam educational exchange was entitled "Partnerships and Possibilities - Why Your Institution Should Have a 'Vietnam Vision'." The all-day briefing was preceded the evening before by a reception and dinner at which … Continue reading UCEA Global Associates Washington Briefing
Foreign invested universities have slow growth in Vietnam
According to Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI), in 1998-2005, Vietnam established three new universities and eight junior colleges as well as upgrading 32 junior colleges into universities and 40 vocational schools into junior colleges. Link to article By the way, the minimum investment rate is $7,500 per student and minimum investment capital of $15 … Continue reading Foreign invested universities have slow growth in Vietnam
“Unrealistic targets hurting Vietnam’s education quality”
Scientists and education experts have expressed concern over a project launched by the Ministry of Education and Training in 2000 titled “Training state officials overseas by state budget” (Project 322), as it is proving unfeasible compromising education standards. (SGGP English Edition, 28.1.10) This article raises concerns about the wisdom of churning out so many Ph.D.s given … Continue reading “Unrealistic targets hurting Vietnam’s education quality”
“Loving our country always, not only during wartime”
Are Vietnamese people as patriotic as they were when they had to rise up against the world’s largest military juggernauts? (Author: Nguyen Van My) Interesting and provocative essay that speaks to the question of love of country and what it means to be patriotic. Here are links to the English (16.1.10) and Vietnamese ("Người Việt không yêu … Continue reading “Loving our country always, not only during wartime”
Building Partnerships in Higher Education: Opportunities and Challenges for the U.S. and Vietnam
This third education conference, hosted by US Ambassador Michael Michalak, took place on January 14-15, 2010 in Hanoi. In addition to the U.S. Mission in Vietnam, the Conference was also sponsored by Vietnam National University, Hanoi, and the Ministry of Education and Training (MoET). The Embassy reported that 620 people registered for the conference. Included in the … Continue reading Building Partnerships in Higher Education: Opportunities and Challenges for the U.S. and Vietnam
Gifted high schools to teach more English
High schools for the gifted will soon begin teaching some of their classes fully in English to have at least 50 percent of their graduates achieve average English language skills according to European standards. The target is expected to be hit by 2015, according to a new plan by the Ministry of Education and Training. … Continue reading Gifted high schools to teach more English
Vietnam’s students graduate in US, return home
VietNamNet Bridge – The number of Vietnamese students in the US who return to Vietnam to find jobs has increased, according to a Vietnamese overseas students' organization. Mr Pham Anh Khoa The information has been provided by Pham Anh Khoa, graduate of Bates University and co-founder of VietAbroader, now Director of Yola Institute. According to … Continue reading Vietnam’s students graduate in US, return home
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