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16th International Conference on TESOL – August 2025
16th International Conference on TESOL – August 2025 Theme: English-Medium Education: Global Perspectives and Local Applications We are pleased to announce that the 16th International Conference on TESOL, co-organized by SEAMEO RETRAC and Curtin University, Australia, will be held in August 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. This year’s conference brings together educators, researchers, and policy makers to explore the evolving landscape of English-Medium Education (EME). The
Transforming Education through Problem-Based Learning in the Era of AI and Data Sciences
To provide valuable insights into how PBL can drive transformation in the era of AI and Data Sciences, the SEAMEO Secretariat and the University of Tsukuba, Japan, with support from Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT), organized the 13th SEAMEO-University of Tsukuba Symposium in February 2025, under the theme “Transforming Education to Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in
Professional Developemt in Scientific Research Capacity
Access to credible information and strong research skills are fundamental to academic and professional success, particularly in an era of digital transformation. Recognizing that, SEAMEO RETRAC, in collaboration with U.S. Consulate General in HCMC and American Spaces, launched the “Access to American Academia: Information Literacy and Research Skills” Workshop Series for young professionals, educators, and graduate students. The course will
Closing Ceremony of STEM-Focused EnglishWorks! 2024
Representatives from SEAMEO RETRAC and Regional English Language Office (RELO) – U.S. Embassy Hanoi attended the Closing Ceremony of STEM-Focused EnglishWorks! 2024 program at Dong Thap Community College and the Center for Foreign Languages, Can Tho University on January 10-11, 2025. This scholarship program is designed to equip students majoring in science, technology, and engineering with enhanced English proficiency and
Training course on “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications in Designing Creative Teaching”
On November 28-29, 2024, SEAMEO RETRAC successfully conducted a training course on “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications in Designing Creative Teaching.” Led by distinguished trainers with extensive expertise in AI, the course aimed to foster creativity and enhance teaching effectiveness by providing participants with insights into emerging trends and best practices in AI-driven education. Participants not only explored theoretical aspects but
47th SEAMEO High Officials Meeting
On 26-28 November 2024, SEAMEO RETRAC participated in the 47th SEAMEO High Officials Meeting (HOM), held in Bangkok, Thailand. The meeting brought together high-ranking officials, SEAMEO Centre Directors, and key stakeholders from across the region to discuss and strategize on advancing SEAMEO’s education agenda. In addition to the main In-Camera and Plenary Sessions, Mr. Nguyen Tan Hung – SEAMEO RETRAC’s
Reflecting on the Future of English Language Education at the 15th TESOL International Conference
In an era where advanced technology and global integration are transforming education, educators and researchers in the field of English Language Teaching (ELT) strive to adapt and innovate to meet the needs of diverse learners. To explore and promote innovative pedagogical practices, future directions, and research findings, SEAMEO RETRAC, in collaboration with Curtin University, Australia, organized the 15th TESOL International
Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics Program
Graduation Day Highlights Achievements of Intake 21 The morning commenced with a joyous Graduation Ceremony honoring 34 students from Intake 21. The event celebrated the graduates’ academic achievements and was attended by distinguished guests, including Ms. Rebecca Ball, Deputy Consul-General for Commercial of the Australian Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lisa Lim, Dean International for the
SEAMEO RETRAC Equips Higher Education Leaders with Global Strategies for Leadership and Management
To address challenges and obstacles in implementing and innovating leadership and management paradigms within higher education institutions across Southeast Asia, SEAMEO RETRAC organized a regional training course via Zoom on “Leadership and Management for Higher Education in the Global Context” from November 12-14, 2024. This training empowered leaders, administrators, experts, and practitioners from Ministries of Education and universities in Vietnam
Empowering English Teachers with Technology
Emphasizing the importance of technology in modern education, SEAMEO RETRAC and the Regional English Language Office (RELO) – U.S. Embassy Hanoi co-organized the training workshop “From Principles to Practice: Designing Tech-Enhanced Lessons for English Classrooms” on November 11–13, 2024. Led by Prof. Dr. Anne Pomerantzm, a distinguished applied linguist from Pennsylvania University and RELO’s English Language Specialist, this innovative workshop
SEAMEO RETRAC directs its efforts on educational issues by undertaking innovative, relevant programs through research, training, consultancy, and staff exchanges and by fostering regional and international partnerships and by engaging in other related activities within and outside the region.
