Recent Events
Training Workshop: Experience and Solutions of Southeast Asian Countries in Teaching Mathematics and Science in English
Responding to Vietnam’s National Foreign Languages 2020 Project’s objective to improve “Teaching and Learning in Foreign Languages within the National Education System”, SEAMEO RETRAC conducted a training workshop entitled; “Experiences and Solutions of Southeast Asian Countries in Teaching Mathematics and Science in English” held in Nha Trang City, Vietnam on 12-13 October, 2017. The training workshop was a regional
Training Workshop: Experience and Solutions of Southeast Asian Countries in Teaching Mathematics and Science in English
Responding to Vietnam’s National Foreign Languages 2020 Project’s objective to improve “Teaching and Learning in Foreign Languages within the National Education System”, SEAMEO RETRAC conducted a training workshop entitled; “Experiences and Solutions of Southeast Asian Countries in Teaching Mathematics and Science in English” held in Nha Trang City, Vietnam on 12-13 October, 2017. The training workshop was a regional forum
Administering Vietnamese Standardized Test of English Proficiency for English Language Teachers in Vinh Long Province.
As an official testing body for the Vietnamese Standardized Test of English Proficiency (VSTEP) from 30 September to 1 October 2017, SEAMEO RETRAC, in collaboration with the Department of Education and Training in Vinh Long Province, administered the VSTEP for 126 English language teachers from primary, lower-secondary and upper-secondary schools in Vinh Long Province. The VSTEP test reviews provincial teachers’
Administering Vietnamese Standardized Test of English Proficiency for English Language Teachers in Vinh Long Province.
As an official testing body for the Vietnamese Standardized Test of English Proficiency (VSTEP) from 30 September to 1 October 2017, SEAMEO RETRAC, in collaboration with the Department of Education and Training in Vinh Long Province, administered the VSTEP for 126 English language teachers from primary, lower-secondary and upper-secondary schools in Vinh Long Province. The VSTEP test reviews provincial teachers’
MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL 2017 AT SEAMEO RETRAC
On Saturday, 30 September 2017, SEAMEO RETRAC’s Kiddy Programs cheerfully celebrated Mid-Autumn Festival with lots of fun and cultural activities for all ours students. In order to motivate our children’s’ artistic and creative abilities and inspire teamwork amongst the children, Kiddy Programs conducted the 2017 Lantern Making Competition for students from level “Kids 2A” to “Youngsters”. During the competition, classes
Opening Ceremony of Teacher Professional Training Courses for Teachers of English in Ba Ria – Vung Tau, Đong Nai and Binh Duong Provinces
Implementing the plan of teacher training in 2017 of the National Foreign Languages Project 2020, SEAMEO RETRAC has collaborated with the Departments of Education and Training of Ba Ria – Vung Tau, Đong Nai and Binh Duong provinces to conduct professional training courses for 350 core teachers of English from July 24th to September 22nd, 2017. The courses aim to
SEAMEO RETRAC’s 20th Governing Board Meeting
In late September 2017, SEAMEO RETRAC welcomed its governing board to Da Nang City for our 20th Governing Board Meeting (GBM). The GBM is both a time to reflect on the past year and gather recommendations from our governing board members for the year ahead. This years GBM welcomed 7 governing board members and 3 representatives from 10 SEAMEO Countries.
Educational Forum on “Integrating the 21st Century Skills into School Education: Best Practices in Southeast Asia”
SEAMEO RETRAC successfully conducted the Educational Forum, namely “Integrating The 21st Century Skills Into School Education: Best Practices In Southeast Asia” on September 22, 2017 in Danang City, Vietnam. The Forum was held back to back with the Center’s 20th Governing Board Meeting and served as a platform for the exchange and discussion of ideas and experiences in relation to
SEAMEO RETRAC PARTICIPATES IN AN INTERNATIONAL PROJECT TO LINK VIETNAMESE AND AUSTRALIAN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
In order to connect Australian higher education institutions (HEIs) with HEIs in ASEAN countries, from September 2017 to December 2018 the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade will sponsor the University of South Australia to conduct a series of events and trainings to enhance learning, teaching and research in English medium instruction in Viet Nam. Project’s participants in Viet
Parent Forum held by Kiddy Programs
The parent forum of Kiddy Programs was successfully held on May 14, 2017 with the attendance of about 150 parents. In this forum, the participants attentively listened to the presentation made by Do Hong Ngoc, a well-known doctor and writer in Vietnam. The forum was a nice opportunity for parents to share their interests and concerns about how to successfully
SEAMEO RETRAC directs its efforts on educational issues by undertaking innovative, relevant programs through research, training, consultancy, and staff exchanges; fostering regional and international partnerships; and engaging in other related activities within and outside the region.
