Critical theory and the implementation of lifelong learning in Vietnam

Phan Thi Tra Khuc

doi:10.46223/HCMCOUJS.soci.en.9.2.258.2019

Authors

Phan Thi Tra Khuc khuc.phan@vnuk.edu.vn
The University of Danang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46223/HCMCOUJS.soci.en.9.2.258.2019

Keywords:

critical theory, lifelong learning, Vietnam education

Abstract

Lifelong learning is the continuous acquisition of knowledge and skills which occurs throughout life with an emphasis on the full development of personality. Despite the increasing interest of Vietnamese policy makers in promoting lifelong learning, the implementation of lifelong learning at universities is still limited. This research delineated and critiqued the policies and the current practices of lifelong learning at the college level of the Ministry of Education and Training in Vietnam (MOET) under the perspective of critical theory. From the discussion of the policies and practices that the MOET was implementing, recommendations for the policy makers were made with the aim of helping Vietnamese students embrace their right to lifelong learning and fulfill the personal and democratic purpose of education.

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