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26
Jun

Meeting with the Leadership of Departments of Education and Training

To implement the goals of the Vietnam’s National Foreign Languages 2020 Project, SEAMEO RETRAC has closely cooperated with the departments of education and training (DOETs) in different provinces in assessing the levels of English proficiency and conducting different training courses on English proficiency and English teaching methodology for the school teachers of English. To consolidate and develop this cooperation, Dr.

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21
Jun

International Conference on Impacts of Globalization on Quality of Higher Education

SEAMEO RETRAC, June 20-21, 2013, in partnership with Hong Kong American Center (HKAC), hosted its annual International Conference on “Impacts of Globalization on Quality of Higher Education”. The purpose of the conference was to create a common collaborative platform for academicians and professionals to bring in and share new ideas, perspectives and concepts, and best practices in education and training.

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14
Jun

KET & PET for Schools Teacher Training Seminar

On June 13, 2013, SEAMEO RETRAC in cooperation with Cambridge ESOL organized KET & PET for Schools Teacher Training Seminar effectively with the participation of nearly 200 expatriate and Vietnamese instructors currently teaching at SEAMEO RETRAC and from Long An, Dong Thap, Binh Duong, Tay Ninh, Binh Phuoc and Can Tho Provinces. At the seminar, Mr. Kim Pilger, a specialist

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9
Jun

Closing Ceremony for the Training Course on English Language Teaching Methodology for English Teachers in Vinh Long Province

The closing ceremony for the training course on English Language Teaching Methodology for 107 primary, secondary and high school teachers of English in Vinh Long province was held on June 09, 2013. The course aimed to help the participants update the contemporary English language teaching practices and methodologies, enhance their skills in classroom management and student motivation, and share their

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6
Jun

Training Workshop on “Student Affairs: A Team Approach”

SEAMEO RETRAC in collaboration with US Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City organized a training workshop on “Student Affairs: A Team Approach” at the Center’s premises for specialists in charge of student affairs from universities in Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta on June 06, 2013. The training workshop was facilitated by Mr. Dennis Gibbons, Associate Dean

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29
May

Staff Retreat in Nha Trang

SEAMEO RETRAC Trade Union organized a retreat for all staff in Nha Trang from May 29 to June 01, 2013. This trip was a great chance for SEAMEO RETRAC staff to take a rest after a long hardworking year as well as to reinforce the mutual understanding and cooperation among staff and between staff and management board.

20
May

Closing Ceremony for the English Training Course for Secondary and High School Teachers of English in An Giang Province

The closing ceremony for the English training course for 105 secondary and high school teachers of English in An Giang province was held on May 19, 2013. The course aimed to help the learners improve their English language proficiency, be equipped with essential academic knowledge and skills to meet the requirements of An Giang Department of Education and Training on

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17
May

Training Session on the “Speak Now” Series

SEAMEO RETRAC in collaboration with the Oxford University Press organized a training workshop on teaching the “Speak Now” series, on May 16, 2013 at the Center’s premises. The training workshop was facilitated by Ms. Sadie Maddocks, Oxford University Press Southeast Asia Product Manager. The workshop drew the participation of about 30 teachers teaching English for International Communication at the Center.

12
May

Parent Forum Held by Kiddy Programs

The parent forum of Kiddy Programs was successfully held on May 11, 2013 with the attendance of nearly 100 parents. This regular event aimed at offering participants a closer look at SEAMEO RETRAC language teaching methodology, helping children learn English better at home as well as sharpening the communication channel between the Center and parents. In this forum, the participants

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10
May

Training Workshop on Capacity Building and Certification of Flexible Learning Tutors

SEAMEO RETRAC in collaboration with SEAMEO INNOTECH, the Philippines conducted a four-day training workshop from May 07 to 10, 2013 at the Center’s premises. The workshop named “Capacity Building and Certification of Flexible Learning Tutors” welcomed 51 flexible learning tutors who are leaders from top universities and colleges in the Philippines and Thailand. The training also drew the participation of

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