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Vietnam's STEM push transforms classrooms with high-tech innovation labs

From remote boarding schools to urban hubs, Vietnam's bold STEM programme is rewriting how students learn. Can teacher training keep up with the tech revolution?

The image shows a group of people standing next to each other on a stage, holding books and flower...
The image shows a group of people standing next to each other on a stage, holding books and flower bouquets in their hands. In the background, there is a screen with the words "Yogyakarta International School of Science and Technology" written on it, indicating that the group is celebrating their success in the field of science and technology.

Vietnam's STEM push transforms classrooms with high-tech innovation labs

Vietnam's push for stronger STEM education is gaining momentum with the STEM Innovation Petrovietnam programme. Launched over two months ago, the initiative has already opened dozens of high-tech classrooms across multiple provinces. Government leaders describe it as a key move to support the country's digital and green transition goals.

The programme aims to establish 100 international-standard STEM rooms in 34 provinces and cities nationwide. Each facility comes equipped with interactive boards, AI-IoT tools, robotics kits, 3D printers, CNC machines, and energy-environment experiment systems. These resources enable schools to introduce practical activities that were previously difficult to implement due to limited funding.

Local administrators report that the new rooms are helping students engage in hands-on learning. Even remote areas are included, with Mường Nhé Boarding High School for Ethnic Minorities chosen as the next deployment site. The initiative also aligns with Government directives, including Resolution 71 on accelerating innovation in education and training.

Education specialists highlight the need for further teacher training, updated assessment methods, and greater parental involvement to ensure long-term success. They argue that these steps are essential for making lasting changes in classroom practices.

The STEM Innovation Petrovietnam programme is part of a broader strategy to develop Vietnam's future workforce in science and technology. While details on the exact locations of all 100 planned rooms remain unclear, the early rollout has already provided schools with advanced tools for interactive learning. The focus now shifts to training educators and raising awareness to sustain the programme's impact.

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