The visit was one of VNUHCM’s activities to explore advanced models for faculty development, pedagogical innovation, and the application of educational technology in higher education. In particular, representatives from the Center for Innovation in Teaching, Learning and Educational Technology (CTLT), a member of VNUHCM Innovation Hub (VIH), played an active role in organizing and participating in the discussions to learn from the NUS CTLT model.
During the session, representatives from NUS CTLT shared how NUS organises professional teaching development programmes for various groups, ranging from teaching assistants and early-career faculty to experienced instructors. Activities such as university teaching workshops, course design support, teaching dossier consultation, and communities of practice are designed to help faculty strengthen their capacity to design learning activities, innovate assessment practices, and promote learner-centred teaching.
The exchange was particularly meaningful for VNUHCM as CTLT was recently established with the mission of advancing innovation in teaching, learning, and educational technology across the VNUHCM system. Experiences shared by NUS CTLT provide valuable references for VNUHCM in developing a modern teaching and learning support ecosystem, while also offering practical insights for CTLT in designing faculty development initiatives and fostering communities of practice.
A key highlight of the discussion was the role of CTLT as a professional support unit that connects faculty development, educational technology, and teaching quality enhancement. NUS CTLT not only provides digital tools such as learning management systems, blended and online learning, learning analytics, and digital assessment, but also works closely with faculty in the use of artificial intelligence, learning material design, classroom engagement, and the enhancement of student learning experiences.
Through the NUS CTLT model, VNUHCM has gained valuable references for developing an integrated teaching and learning support ecosystem that brings together faculty development, educational technology, and pedagogical innovation. At the same time, CTLT has acquired practical insights to support the design and implementation of faculty support initiatives, promote a culture of teaching excellence, develop learner-centred academic programmes, and respond effectively to the demands of digital transformation in higher education.