Reasons for the Ministry of Education and Training's proposal to exempt tuition fees
From September 1, 2025, public students from 5-year-old preschool to junior high school will be exempted from tuition fees. In addition, many subjects such as poor students, ethnic minority students, and students in difficult circumstances have also enjoyed a 50%-70% tuition reduction policy and supported learning costs.
However, to ensure fairness in access to education and not leave anyone behind, the Ministry of Education and Training proposes to expand the scope of tuition exemption, including preschool children from 3 months to 4 years old and high school students. See more...
New functions and tasks of the Ministry of Education and Training after streamlining and merging
The Government has just issued Decree 37/2025/ND-CP stipulating the functions, tasks, powers and organizational structure of the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET). Accordingly, the Ministry of Education and Training is responsible for submitting to the Government for promulgation legal documents related to education; developing and guiding the implementation of educational goals and programs at all levels; organizing exams, testing, enrollment and recognizing diplomas and certificates in the national education system.
The Ministry of Education and Training is also responsible for managing textbooks, textbooks, and teaching materials; issuing regulations on teachers and educational managers; standardizing university and vocational education training programs. At the same time, the Ministry is responsible for managing the preservation and development of Vietnamese, ethnic minority languages, and guiding the learning of Vietnamese for foreign citizens and overseas Vietnamese. See more...
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Tightening extra teaching to enhance teachers' responsibility
Circular 29 of the Ministry of Education and Training on extra teaching and learning takes effect from February 14, 2025, stipulating that extra teaching in schools is only for unqualified students, excellent students, senior students and is not allowed to collect fees. extra teaching outside of school is allowed but must comply with regulations, teachers are not allowed to collect fees from regular students to ensure responsibility and transparency in teaching.
Mr. Thai Van Tai emphasized that teachers need to fully convey knowledge during the regular school hours, avoiding the situation of extra teaching to supplement content, violating the Law on Anti-Corruption and Educational regulations. Not teaching regular students helps teachers innovate teaching methods, limit negativity and ensure the rights of students.
Mr. Nguyen Cao Cuong believes that teachers just need to fulfill their responsibilities properly, which is a great thing for students. At primary school level, with a two-session/day schedule, teachers are responsible for fully imparting knowledge in the program, supporting students in difficulty without having to take extra classes. The 2018 general education program has been designed to ensure that students fully absorb the necessary content and skills right in class. See more...
