Hoang Hoa
TVU – From April 14 to April 16, Tra Vinh University, in collaboration with Dr. Dieter Bruhn, a specialist from the Regional English Language Office (RELO), organized a training workshop for lecturers on the use of English as a medium of instruction (EMI) in their respective disciplines.
The Center of Excellence in Learning Resources and Innovation organized this regular professional development activity. The training session attracted 30 participants, including subject-matter lecturers and English language teachers working at various faculties, schools, institutes, offices, and centers. A key focus of the workshop was to guide lecturers in designing and conducting effective teaching and learning activities, supporting students step by step, encouraging interaction and active participation, and applying AI technology to help learners achieve both subject knowledge and English language proficiency.
Practical teaching demonstrations by participating lecturers were also integrated into the sessions. These lecturers demonstrated strong English proficiency, excellent teaching competence, and a professional demeanor, which Dr. Dieter Bruhn and his colleagues highly appreciated.
At the closing ceremony, Dr. Nguyen Huy Thong, Vice Director of the Institute of International Education, shared that the workshop met the needs and expectations of Tra Vinh University’s lecturers and praised their ability to deliver specialized content in English. He expressed hope that, after this training program, more lecturers would participate in international teaching exchange programs and that more international students would come to Tra Vinh University.
At the end of the workshop, Ms. Nguyen Thi Mai Khanh, Head of the International Affairs Department, extended her gratitude to Dr. Dieter Bruhn and the Regional English Language Office (RELO) of the U.S. Embassy for their ongoing support and commitment to the university’s professional development initiatives.
