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Communicative English Training Course for Staff of Asia Counsel Vietnam Law Company Limited
The Communicative English Training Course for lawyers, specialists, and legal assistants of Asia Counsel Vietnam Law Company Limited was organized by SEAMEO RETRAC from September 16, 2025, to February 5, 2026. With a practical and learner-centered approach, the course focused on developing communication, listening and speaking, critical thinking, and presentation skills in professional settings. Through interactive discussions and simulated situations
CALL FOR REGISTRATION “English Training Course on Global Communication and Cultural Integration”
SEAMEO RETRAC, in collaboration with the American Center in Ho Chi Minh City, is pleased to announce the “English Training Course on Global Communication and Cultural Integration.” CourseObjectives: Enhance Language Proficiency: Improve English skills for effective communication in academic, professional, and cultural exchange environments. Develop 21st-Century Skills: Cultivate essential skills, including communication, teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking. Broaden Cultural Horizons:
AI in Education: Enhancing Teaching Design and Management Practices
The growing role of artificial intelligence in transforming education highlighted the need for educators to update their teaching and management practices. Against this context, SEAMEO RETRAC organized a training course titled “AI Applications in Teaching and Management” on January 29–30, 2026. The course targeted academic staff, lecturers, and professionals from universities, colleges, training centers, and educational institutions across the nation.
Enhancing Research Capacity through Data Analysis Training
In response to the growing demand for data-driven research competencies in higher education, SEAMEO RETRAC, in partnership with Lac Hong University, conducted a training course on “Data Analysis in Research” from January 12 to 14, 2026 for the lecturers and academic staff from the Faculty of Foreign Languages. The course emphasized the practical use of widely adopted data analysis tools,
Training course on “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications in Designing Creative Teaching”
On December 18-19, 2025, SEAMEO RETRAC conducted a training course on “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Applications in Designing Creative Teaching” to enhance teaching creativity and instructional effectiveness through the pedagogical integration of AI tools. The course focused on emerging trends, principles, and best practices in AI-driven education. Participants were introduced to a range of practical AI applications, including FantomAI, Chalkie, and
Enhancing Capacity in Course Syllabus Development
On December 11–12, 2025, SEAMEO RETRAC organized a training course entitled “Course Outline Design” to strengthen participants’ capacity to develop effective, course syllabi aligned with program objectives. The course content focused on key academic inputs, including an overview of major learning theories and curriculum models, as well as a systematic examination of processes and core components required for developing detailed
SEAMEO RETRAC and Thailand’s Teachers’ Council Explore Strategic Collaboration to Enhance English Proficiency and Teacher Development
On November 20, 2025, SEAMEO RETRAC conducted a working visit to the Teachers’ Council of Thailand (TCT) – the Ministry of Education of Thailand, to explore potential collaboration in teacher professional development, with a particular emphasis on strengthening English proficiency among primary school Thai teachers. During the meeting, TCT reaffirmed that enhancing teacher quality is central to Thailand’s education reform
SEAMEO RETRAC Honors Teachers and Teaching Assistants on Vietnamese Teachers’ Day 2025
On the occasion of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day (20 November 2025), SEAMEO RETRAC hosted a Teacher and Teaching Assistant Appreciation Gathering to express sincere gratitude for the dedication and contributions of its teaching team. The event brought together over 120 teachers, teaching assistants, and staff members, creating a warm and collegial atmosphere. The gathering served as a meaningful opportunity for SEAMEO
48th SEAMEO High Officials Meeting
As SEAMEO’s premier annual platform for regional policy dialogue, the 48th High Officials Meeting hosted by the SEAMEO Secretariat facilitated dialogue and joint planning among SEAMEO member countries and centres, advancing initiatives in education, science, and cultural development across the region. The meeting convened the 11 High Officials from all SEAMEO Member Countries, representatives from Associate and Affiliate Members, SEAMEO
Advancing Skills in Writing and Publishing International Research
SEAMEO RETRAC organized a series of training courses on “Capacity in Writing and Publishing International Research” for academic staff and lecturers from universities and colleges in Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring provinces. The first course, held on October 30–31, 2025, focused on equipping participants with essential skills to produce high-quality research papers suitable for international publication. Participants learned how
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.
