The political ideology education for students at Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City in the current context: Current situation and some key solutions

Abstract

Political ideology education for students in higher education institutions plays a pivotal role in nurturing their qualities and personalities, as well as endowing them with a scientific worldview and a correct methodology. This education contributes significantly to shaping generations of students, who possess both political integrity and professional competence, capable of undertaking substantial responsibilities in a landscape, where the nation enjoys numerous advantages but also faces hidden difficulties and challenges. Drawing from the research conducted on the political ideology education for students at Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City, this article examines the present state of this endeavor from the two perspectives: the attained outcomes and the remaining challenges. By analyzing the current context, the article puts forward several key solutions aimed at enhancing the efficacy of this education within the contemporary pivotal framework for the country's development. The research findings show that the political ideology education for students at Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City is consistently regarded as a crucial, strategic, and enduring task. It receives ample attention and implementation from the entire political apparatus, manifesting in a variety of approaches that blend tradition with modernity. Consequently, this educational effort has achieved depth and fortified its efficacy. However, notwithstanding its accomplishments, recent developments have revealed certain shortcomings and constraints stemming from both subjective and objective factors. Hence, there is a pressing need for fundamental solutions to augment the effectiveness of this education and align it more closely with the prevailing context.