Vietnam to Allow Greater Flexibility in Additional Teaching Time for Schools
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The Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) of Vietnam is planning amendments to Circular No. 29 to grant greater flexibility regarding additional teaching hours in schools. This change comes after considering feedback from voters, organizations, and individuals.
Background: Circular No. 29
Circular No. 29, issued by the MOET, governs regulations related to school schedules and teaching time. Previously, the circular had specific limitations on the amount of additional teaching time schools could implement. These limitations were intended to prevent overburdening students and teachers, and to ensure a balanced curriculum.
Proposed Amendments: Decentralized Decision-Making
The key proposed amendment centers on decentralizing the decision-making process for approving additional teaching time. Currently, approvals likely require navigating a more centralized bureaucratic process. The MOET now intends to empower Directors of Departments of Education and Training (DOETs) to make decisions on a case-by-case basis.
Specifically, the DOET Director will have the authority to approve requests from school principals for additional teaching time.This allows schools to respond more effectively to their unique needs and circumstances. This shift aims to provide schools with greater autonomy in managing their academic schedules.
Why the Change?
the MOET’s decision to amend Circular No. 29 reflects a recognition that a one-size-fits-all approach to teaching time may not be optimal for all schools. Factors such as student performance, curriculum demands, and local educational priorities can vary considerably. Allowing DOET Directors to assess these factors and make informed decisions will enable schools to tailor their schedules to better meet the needs of their students.
Implications for Schools and Students
This change is expected to have several implications:
- Increased Flexibility: Schools will have more flexibility to adjust teaching time to address specific learning gaps or to provide enrichment opportunities.
- Faster approvals: The decentralized approval process is expected to be more efficient, allowing schools to implement changes more quickly.
- Localized Solutions: DOET Directors will be able to consider local context when making decisions, leading to more tailored solutions.
Looking Ahead
The MOET’s proposed amendments to Circular No. 29 represent a move towards greater autonomy and flexibility in Vietnam’s education system. By empowering local authorities to make decisions about teaching time, the MOET aims to create a more responsive and effective educational habitat for students across the country.Further details regarding the implementation of these changes will be released by the MOET in due course.
Publication Date: 2025/12/04 22:33:38