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Vietnam's bold education reforms blend AI and teacher empowerment for a digital future

From rural kindergartens to AI-powered classrooms, Vietnam is rewriting its education playbook. Can tech and teacher autonomy reshape learning for all?

The image shows a group of people sitting at desks in a classroom, with monitors, bags, books,...
The image shows a group of people sitting at desks in a classroom, with monitors, bags, books, papers, and other objects on the tables. There is a window on the left side of the room, and cardboard boxes and a television on the wall in the background. At the bottom of the image, there is text indicating that the people are attending a training session on the use of technology.

Vietnam's bold education reforms blend AI and teacher empowerment for a digital future

Vietnam is pushing ahead with major education reforms, driven by digital transformation and AI integration. Recent meetings and training programmes highlight the government's focus on equipping teachers with new skills while ensuring no region is left behind. Policies and projects are now being rolled out to modernise teaching methods across the country. On March 25, 2026, the Ministry of Education held an online session with Meta Group and STEAM for Vietnam to plan AI skills training for teachers. Tuyen Quang province made AI competency a strategic priority, aiming to enhance teaching in the digital age. Earlier, on March 17, Thai Nguyen's education department trained 154 ethnic minority kindergarten teachers in Vietnamese language instruction, with plans to extend the programme to all local staff using tailored approaches.

Resolution 71-NQ/TW and related policies are reshaping Vietnam's education sector, emphasising technology and teacher autonomy. A new Law on Teachers is in development to grant more professional freedom and encourage the use of digital tools. Meanwhile, a project is underway to train every teacher in digital skills and information security by 2027. Despite the push for AI, officials stress that technology cannot replace educators. Teachers remain central to innovation, with training colleges assessing which tools best suit students. A digital competency framework is also being finalised, focusing on adaptable, tech-enhanced lessons. Efforts to reduce inequality include targeted investments in remote and ethnic minority areas.

The reforms aim to create a tech-savvy teaching workforce while maintaining human-led education. With policies like Resolution 71-NQ/TW and ongoing training, Vietnam is positioning its education system for long-term sustainability. The focus remains on balancing digital progress with equal opportunities for all regions.

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