Where Does the Path to Higher Education Lead? East Asian countries need to make the leap from middle-income to high-income countries, and higher education will be key. The forthcoming flagship report explores higher education in East Asia and the changes needed to make this happen. This site features studies that underpin the report, focusing on: … Continue reading Higher Education in East Asia (World Bank)
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New Dissertation: An Analysis of the Community College Concept in the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam
If you have an interest in Vietnamese community colleges, a fairly recent phenomenon in Vietnam's postsecondary education system, you'll want to get a copy of a new Ph.D. dissertation entitled An Analysis of the Community College Concept in the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam by Cindy Epperson. Dr. Epperson is Professor of Sociology and Global Studies/International Partnerships Coordinator at St. … Continue reading New Dissertation: An Analysis of the Community College Concept in the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam
“Shady education practices corrupt young minds”
In this 4 April article from the English edition of Thanh Nien News Dennis McCornac, a professor at Anne Arundel Community College in Maryland, is quoted. In 2008, McCornac wrote an article for the Boston College Center for International Higher Education newsletter (number 50, winter 2008) entitled Corruption in Vietnamese Higher Education.
Tan Tao University
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
“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”
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
Top 10 Education Issues for 2009
The increase of university tuition to 240,000 dong a month and swine flu have been cited by Dan Tri newspaper as two of the most outstanding education issues of 2009. 1. University tuition ceiling raised to 240,000 dong: On August 21 the Prime Minister raised university tuitions from 180,000 dong to 240,000 dong per month. … Continue reading Top 10 Education Issues for 2009
“An overseas education remains the dream for many students”
VietNamNet Bridge – For many Vietnamese students, domestic universities are just a stepping stone to their ultimate goal - a foreign university. Link to article.
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