The course has attracted 770 participants from 40 countries and territories, reflecting the strong demand for professional development and the dedication of overseas Vietnamese teachers to preserving and passing on the Vietnamese language within their communities.
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Nguyen Trung Kien, Chairman of the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs, speaks at the opening ceremony of the refresher course. |
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Nguyen Trung Kien, Chairman of the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs, said the course is a practical initiative to implement Politburo Resolution No.23-NQ/TW, dated August 2, 2026, on overseas Vietnamese affairs. He emphasized the importance of practical, learner-centered teaching methods tailored to students' ages, language environments, and community conditions. Stories, games, songs, cultural activities, and familiar communication situations should be incorporated to encourage students' interest and confidence in using Vietnamese.
Regarding digital technology and artificial intelligence, he stressed that these tools should be used selectively, responsibly, and in support of educational goals, while teachers' ability to inspire and their love of the Vietnamese language remain essential. He also called for greater sharing of teaching materials, continued professional networking after the course, and more opportunities for participants to exchange experiences and discuss challenges in applying teaching methods in overseas communities.
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A large number of overseas Vietnamese teachers attend the refresher course. |
Assoc. Prof., Dr. Dang Hong Son, Vice Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, affirmed that the course responds to the overseas Vietnamese community's desire for greater support in teaching and learning Vietnamese, particularly among generations born and raised abroad. He expressed confidence that the program would equip participants with modern, effective teaching methods while providing opportunities to share experiences and build a strong, sustainable network of Vietnamese language teachers. He also called for such professional development and networking activities to continue on an annual basis.
The organizers expect participants to apply the knowledge and experience gained to their classrooms, helping improve the quality of Vietnamese language teaching and learning, encourage family involvement, and promote the regular use of Vietnamese within overseas communities.
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Delegates attend the opening ceremony of the refresher course at the Ha Noi venue. |
The program also demonstrates the continued support of domestic agencies and educational institutions for overseas Vietnamese teachers, contributing to the preservation of national cultural identity and strengthening ties between overseas Vietnamese generations and their homeland.
Translated by Tran Hoai