Ho Chi Minh City University Research Articles

English-majored Students' Perceptions of the Translation Course at Ho Chi Minh City University of Food Industry

English-majored Students' Perceptions of the Translation Course at Ho Chi Minh City University of Food Industry

Factors Influencing English-majored Freshmen's Speaking Performance at Ho Chi Minh City University of Food Industry

Factors Influencing English-majored Freshmen's Speaking Performance at Ho Chi Minh City University of Food Industry

EXTRACURRICULAR SPORTS: POPULAR CONTENTS AND FORMS AMONG STUDENTS IN THE DORMITORY OF VIETNAM NATIONAL UNIVERSITY HO CHI MINH CITY

This article is written to provide thorough information about popular contents and forms of extracurricular sports performed by university students at a dormitory of Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNUHCMC). The study uses document references, surveys, and statistical mathematics to investigate what extracurricular sports are favored by the students and how they organize their practices. The results indicate that the majority of students choose to practice football, volleyball, badminton, athletics, and martial arts. They play with themselves and/or in teams, without instructors, from 30 minutes to 02 hours in the afternoon after school time and/or in the morning, at the dormitory and/or sports centers.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0011/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Radiative decays in covariant confined quark model* *Supported by Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education (T2022-26)

Radiative decays are revisited in light of new experimental data from the BaBar and BESIII Collaborations. The radiative couplings encoding nonperturbative QCD effects are calculated in the framework of the covariant confined quark model developed by us. We compare our results with other theoretical studies and experimental data. The couplings (in ) and calculated in our model agree with the corresponding experimental data and . The most interesting case is the decay , for which a recent prediction based on light-cone sum rules at next-to-leading order deviates from the first (and only to date) lattice QCD result at nearly . Our calculation yields , which falls somehow between the two mentioned results, although it is larger than those predicted in other studies using quark models or QCD sum rules.

Investigating the Influence of YouTube on Speaking proficiency in English Major Students at Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade

YouTube has attracted a lot of interest from researchers and educators who specialize in the English language in the modern context of rapid technological development. The advent of YouTube videos as a resource has demonstrated the value and applicability of such movies in helping teachers and students participate in productive language instruction, particularly when it comes to speaking exercises. This study set out to critically examine how the YouTube platform affects students' ability to speak more when they practice. The poll included 100 third-year English majors at Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade (HUIT), with 65 males and 35 females. The participants ranged in age from 20 to 22 years old. The study employed a mixedmethods design, utilizing data collection instruments such as surveys and interviews. After looking at the questionnaire responses and interview recordings, it was found that the students in the experimental group liked the idea of using YouTube videos in speaking activities. The channels that participants like watching the most are Let's Talk and VOA Speaking English. Furthermore, the study identified some prevalent subjective and objective difficulties encountered by individuals during the consumption of YouTube content. Additionally, suggestions for educators and researchers are included at the conclusion of the text.

The Status of the Online Learning Model and Determinants of Learning Efficiency: A Case Study at Ho Chi Minh City University of Education

This study provides an exhaustive overview of the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) system adopted by Ho Chi Minh City University of Education (HCMUE). The system, which caters to multiple forms of training and education, is detailed with descriptions of its interface, functionalities, and a selection of offered courses. While the VLE system has proven its mettle by enhancing the teacher-student interaction and overall learning experience, certain challenges persist, such as limited real-time interaction. The second part of the study delves into an empirical investigation conducted among Chinese language students. Using a structured questionnaire, the research examines five pivotal dimensions affecting online learning efficiency: student, teacher, curriculum, environment, and equipment factors. Data collected from 196 valid responses was processed to provide insights. The analysis aims to bridge the identified gaps and further bolster the effectiveness of online learning at the university.

Factors Influencing Middle Administrative Manager Training and Development at Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City

Administrative manager training and development in universities as a contribution to effective university administration in the context of strong movement to autonomy in higher education is a matter of deep concern for many university leaders nowadays. Recognizing the influencing factors and their levels of impact on training and developing administrative managers could allow university leaders to implement appropriate and effective solutions for the process of training and development. This article presents the results of research into the factors affecting middle administrative manager training and development at member universities of Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City through surveying opinions of 484 individuals who were officials and managers working at 07 member universities of Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City, and further interviewing 07 participants. 03 categories of factors with 19 items identified as having an impact on middle administrative manager training and development, ranked from high to low level of impact, were organizational factors, functional factors and individual factors. More importantly, the results indicate that factors related to humans, including support from university leaders, capabilities of staff responsible for middle administrative manager development, and motivation of middle administrative managers, are identified as having the greatest impact on training and developing middle administrative managers.

New data about library service quality and convolution prediction

Library service quality, one of the key performance indicators of service qualities in universities, has been considered deeply in management strategies as part of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, especially, after the Covid-19 pandemic. We undertook a survey around Universities in Ho Chi Minh City and Tien Giang University, Vietnam focused on freshmen and sophomores to assess library service quality for improving the learning service quality. Machine learning has been deployed for predicting the library service, quality, and has been adopted successfully in depicting the assessment results. To perform the effectiveness of data, the Convolution Bidirectional Long-Short Term Memory (Conv-BiLSTM), and Convolution Bidirectional Gated Recurrent Unit (ConvBiGRU) were used. The models have illustrated appropriate performances when providing sufficient accuracy and extracting the prediction of the output.

An Evaluation of the English Textbook “Four Corners, Level 2”: A Study at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology

An Evaluation of the English Textbook “Four Corners, Level 2”: A Study at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology

AN INVESTIGATION OF ONLINE LEARNING READINESS AMONG PHYSICAL EDUCATION STUDENTS IN VIETNAM

Cardiorespiratory fitness is the ability to maintain moderate or high-intensity efforts for In light of the global Covid pandemic, educational institutions worldwide have shifted to online modalities, presenting both opportunities and challenges. This study offers an in-depth examination of the online learning readiness among students at the Ho Chi Minh City University of Physical Education and Sports in Vietnam. Drawing from comprehensive data, we assess critical factors determining successful online learning experiences. These factors include the availability and adequacy of students' technological equipment, their personal internet access quality and reliability, the specific online learning intentions and motivations of the 14th intake students, and the hurdles they encountered when interfacing with the learning management system. Additionally, the research sheds light on potential pedagogical adjustments and infrastructural enhancements that can be made to streamline the transition. By discerning the precise state of online learning preparedness and the challenges faced, this research not only gauges the current state of affairs but also provides actionable insights aimed at optimizing the effectiveness of digital instruction at the Ho Chi Minh City University of Physical Education and Sports.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0065/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Factors affecting Gen Z’s intention to use QR Pay in Vietnam after Covid-19

The objective of this study was to examine the determinants that impact the inclination of Generation Z individuals to use QR Pay in the context of Vietnam following the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to gather the necessary data, this study conducted a survey among a sample of 415 individuals who were customers of the relevant service or product. The survey was conducted using the Google Forms platform from September 2022 to January 2023, employing a convenience sampling approach. This paper constructed a research model utilizing the technology acceptance model (TAM) and unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT) frameworks. Then, it analyzed the data using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Principal findings indicate that attitude, COVID-19 impact, personal innovativeness, perceived compatibility, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and social influence are significant determinants of Vietnamese Gen Z’s intention to adopt QR Pay. This study provides valuable insights into the factors affecting Gen Z customers’ behavior toward technology adoption in Vietnam under the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings can benefit business managers and policymakers, as they can better understand the factors that influence customers’ technology adoption and develop effective strategies to enhance customers’ acceptance of technology. AcknowledgmentThe author wishes to convey heartfelt gratitude to all consumers who took the time to complete the survey. Furthermore, heartfelt gratitude is extended to all parties involved, as well as the Ho Chi Minh City University of Banking, for their incredible support and help, which contributed considerably to the completion of this study.

Factors Affecting Adaptability of Teachers in Teaching at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City Under the Covid – 19 Pandemic

This study is to clarify the factors affecting the adaptability in the teaching of lecturers at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (VNU-HCM) due to the impact of the Covid-19 epidemic. From the general theoretical basis: concepts, theory of adaptability, characteristics of lecturers, and characteristics of adaptability in teaching, the research identified, and analyzed factors affecting the adaptability in the teaching of lecturers include: (1) Psychology; (2) Attitude; (3) Technology; (4) University Support; (5) Students’ participation; and (6) CCognitivefactor. Accordingly, six hypotheses are built based on the research model. The study used quantity active research methods and conducted cited surveys with 222 lecturers of VNU-HCM using online and face-to-face questionnaires. Collected data were processed by SPSS20 software. After checking the reliability of the scale by Cronbach's Alpha and analyzing the EFA factor, the remaining four hypotheses were tested and achieved high reliability (in which the factors of Student participation and Cognition were disqualified due to failure to meet Cronbach's Alpha criteria). The results of multivariate regression analysis have identified three facto which three factors include (1) Attitude; (2) Technology;(3) University Support have a positive impact on the adaptability in the teaching of teachers. From the research results, the study proposes solutions to improve the adaptability in the teaching of -HCM in the changing conditions caused by the epidemic in particular and changes in the teaching methods in general.
 
 Received: 21 May 2023 / Accepted: 29 July 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023

Preface

The current volume is a part of the annual series of conference on Viet Nam’s Seas and Islands organized by the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City. This is the second year the conference is being held, in collaboration with the Faculty of Geography, Faculty of History, Center for Ocean, Island and Climate Change Studies, and Center for Strategic Research.The conference “Potential for Exploitation and Development of Coastal Zone in Vietnam”, which was held on April 26th 2023, focuses on the history of maritime exploitation, assessing the potential for economic development, and environmental protection towards sustainable development. Total of 61 papers were received from various research institutions across the country. Among those papers, 24 papers were selected and transferred to the publication process and 16 papers are published.The content of the articles is diverse, and they contribute significantly from five different research perspectives:1. Environmental scientific approaches provide insights into natural resources, sedimentation, erosion assessment, GIS applications for groundwater evaluation, solid waste management, and various aspects of coastal ecosystem management.2. Anthropological approaches delved into the challenges of development choices: whether to prioritize family livelihoods or safeguard maritime security and the marine environment. This presents a significant issue in Viet Nam’s sustainable development.3. Historical approaches were employed to study the evolution of exploitation and clarify policy changes across dynasties and issues related to Viet Nam’s maritime sovereignty throughout different historical periods.4. Economic approaches highlighted directions to natural resources for maritime economic development, coastal tourism, eco-tourism, and fishing along the country’s coastline.5. Lastly, cultural approaches painted a vivid picture of the coastal fishermen, folk songs, indigenous knowledge, and the role of women in preserving and developing coastal areas.The organizers would like to express the appreciation to all of the authors who contributed to the success of the volume, as well as the committee members and reviewers who gave their time and expertise to ensure the scientific quality of the papers. Following that, we would like to thank our colleagues, particularly those on the Advisory Center for Publication and Project Development (CAP) team, who assisted us throughout the editorial process and who were always willing to offer helpful advice based on their extensive experience. Lastly, we wish to convey our appreciation for Prof. Joanna Zawiejska, Ms. Nguyen Ngoc Phuong Giang, and Ms. Natalia Popielska for English editing and comments on our papers.We trust that the published research provides both educational and informative value. Our aim is for the selected papers to serve as inspiration, motivating readers to advance their own research career, as well as contribute to the sustainable development of Viet Nam’s marine environments and coastal zones. Editorial board Prof. Dr. Vo Van Sen; Dr. Le Thanh Hoa, and Dr. Pham Thi Bich Ngoc Organizer: University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City 10-12 Dinh Tien Hoang St., Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam Sponsors:1. University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City2. Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City under the grant number ÐA2019-18b-01 Technical supports: Advisory Center for Publication and Project Development, USSH, VNUHCMList of Steering Committee, Organizing Conference Committee, Scientific Conference Committee and Conference Secretariat are available in this pdf.

Peer Review Statement

All papers published in this volume have been reviewed through processes administered by the Editors. Reviews were conducted by expert referees to the professional and scientific standards expected of a proceedings journal published by IOP Publishing.• Type of peer review: Single Anonymous• Conference submission management system: Morressier• Number of submissions received: 61• Number of submissions sent for review: 24• Number of submissions accepted: 16• Acceptance Rate (Submissions Accepted / Submissions Received × 100): 26.2• Average number of reviews per paper: 1• Total number of reviewers involved: 24• Contact person for queries: Name: University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Viet Nam National University Ho Chi Minh City Email: cap@hcmussh.edu.vn Affiliation: Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City - University of Social Sciences and Humanities

The needs of digital scholarship services at Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City

PurposeThe aim of this paper is to investigate the needs of lecturers and learners for digital scholarship services (DSS) and to suggest recommendations for the development of DSS at Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM).Design/methodology/approachThe research employed a mixed method approach, comprising a paper questionnaire with 360 respondents to collect quantitative data and in-depth interviews with 18 participants, including lecturers (L), postgraduate students (P), and undergraduate students (U), to gather qualitative data.FindingsThe findings indicate that lecturers and students have diverse needs for various DSS services, with digital information resources and institutional repositories being the most common, followed by new and workable digital technology infrastructure, training courses in using digital tools and methods, and ongoing advice and support at different stages of the research process.Research limitations/implicationsThe limitations of this study indicate that further research is necessary to obtain a more comprehensive understanding of the DSS needs in higher education institutions in Vietnam of various sizes and characteristics.Practical implicationsThis research provides a practical basis for the development and provision of appropriate support to the development of DSS at VNU-HCM.Originality/valueThe originality of this paper and its value lies in the contribution to the understanding of the needs of DSS in a context of the digital transformation and the improvement of the quality of education and research in the higher education sector in Vietnam.

INCREASE STUDENTS' INTEREST THROUGH THE MBT-03 TRAINING MACHINE APPLICATION INTO AK GUN PRACTICE COURSE

This article aims to briefly assess the advantages and limitations of the BT-03 shooting machine when it is applied to the practical teaching of the practical module of National Defense and Security Education (NDSE) at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education. Through surveying the Likert scale (5 levels) with 340 students and 28 experts, the author conducted quantitative statistical analysis to compare the interest of learners and lecturers after their experience with this device. The results showed that both students and lecturers highly appreciated all 10 observed variables affecting the excitement through the application of the MBT-03 exercise machine. This is the basis for universities and national defense education centers to consult and invest in shooting machines that combine information technology in teaching. Thereby, it helps to innovate teaching methods in a positive way and contributes to improving the quality of NDSE.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0046/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Investigating English-Majored Students’ Levels of Satisfaction with Their Internship Experiences: A Case Study at Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance

This study aims to explore English-majored students’ perceptions of the value of internship and their levels of satisfaction with regard to three workplace dimensions including job characteristics, work environment characteristics, and contextual factors. Fifty interns from the Faculty of English at Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance (UEF) participated in this project. Data were collected through questionnaires and then quantitatively and qualitatively analyzed. The results indicated that the majority of the interns had positive perceptions of the internship experience and demonstrated their maturity and responsibility. The students also expressed high satisfaction with job characteristics, specifically skill variety, autonomy, feedback, and work-related factors such as co-workers and supervisor support. However, they were somehow dissatisfied with contextual elements such as the working hours and compensation. These findings can assist academic institutions, academic supervisors and host companies in providing students with effective internship experience and enhancing their workplace skills.

Preface

International Conference on Environment, Earth Science and Sustainability (ICES) Proceedings of International Conference on Environment, Earth Science and Sustainability (ICES 2022) Following six successful events of the Annual Workshop, the 7th Annual IIES Science and Policy Workshop was jointly organized with the International Conference on Environment, Earth Science and Sustainability (ICES) from 24 Oct to 28 Oct 2022 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The ICES 2022 - a multidisciplinary conference - initiated under the auspices of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HCMUT), Trent University (Canada) and the IIES Network, and was taken place in the occasion of the 65th anniversary of HCMUT.This year, the ICES Conference with the theme of “Integrated Multidisciplinary Sciences towards Sustainable Development” was held in Ho Chi Minh City (24 - 26 Oct 2022) and Phu Quoc, Vietnam (27 - 28 Oct 2022). The Conference was successfully organized by a synergy of the consortium of Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNU-HCM), Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, International Institute for Environmental Studies, Trent University, Nan Jing University, Kunsan National University (KSNU), Dalhousie University, and Institute for Circular Economy Development - VNU-HCM.The ICES 2022 covers five main topics of (i) Civil Engineering, (ii) Environmental Sciences and Management, (iii) Environmental Engineering and Technologies, (iv) Earth Sciences/Natural Resources, and (v) Circular Economy/Sustainability. Participants gained insights into current research in civil engineering, earth and environmental science, policy and planning, and attained a worthy opportunity to meet colleagues from several institutions, universities, and agencies. For students, this is a chance to share their research outcomes and to build-up potential collaborative relationships at an international level. The Conference drew substantial attention from leading scientists, managers, lecturers, and merit students from universities, institutes, and research centers as well as officials from relevant government departments, agencies, companies, and enterprises.Overall, the Conference has attracted more than 216 papers from scientists, researchers, government managers, and graduate students. Among them, 79 high-quality papers were recommended to submit for peer-reviewing. Then, the double-blind review process was carried out for the 67 papers, in which each paper has been reviewed for its merit and novelty by at least two reviewers and one editor by matching the content areas. As a result, a total of 37 papers have been finally selected for this proceedings book. We believe that this proceedings book provides a broad overview of recent advanced studies in the fields of Civil Engineering, Material, Circular Economy, Environment, Resources and Earth Sciences for readers.Most importantly, we would like to express our sincere thanks to (i) Division of Science and Technology – Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (Prof. Lam Quang Vinh); (ii) Rector of HCMUT (Prof. Mai Thanh Phong) for their help and other supports. We would like to thank all the reviewers for their timely and rigorous reviews of the papers and all authors for their interests in the ICES 2022.List of Editors are available in the pdf.

COMPARISON OF rbcL AND trnH-psbA DNA BARCODES IN DIVERSE CAMELLIA SPECIES COLLECTION IN VIETNAM

Camellia is a large genus in the tea family of Theaceae. In this genus, several species serve different purposes, such as, medicinal and ornamental plants and beverage production. Thus, country-wide cultivation of various species of Camellia genus sought to alleviate poverty and promote economic development in many regions. However, studies on evaluating its genetic resources as a foundation for the conservation and development of this plant are yet to start. Currently, using DNA barcoding often serves as a highly reliable approach to identifying and characterizing numerous plants. In the presented study, a total of 10 Camellia accessions collected from Dong Bua village, Tam Quan commune, District Tam Dao, and Vinh Phuc province, Vietnam, underwent study during 2020–2022 at Ho Chi Minh City University of Food Industry, Vietnam. Evaluation of two DNA barcoding regions, namely, rbcL and trnH-psbA, transpired for their ability to distinguish the Camellia accessions belonging to different species in Vietnam. The results revealed a significant difference in the DNA sequences of the rbcL and trnH-psbA regions among the Camellia species. In addition, the trnH-psbA barcode region also showed higher effectiveness versus the rbcL region in recognizing various species of Camellia. The results authenticated the potential of DNA barcoding in the management, conservation, and development of the genetic resources of Camellia in Vietnam.

Physical therapy for sleep apnea: a smartphone application for home-based physical therapy for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.

In this study, we described "PT for Sleep Apnea", a smartphone application for home-based physical therapy of patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). The application was created in a joint program between the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City (UMP), Vietnam, and National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), Taiwan. Exercises maneuvers were derived from the exercise program previously published by the partner group at National Cheng Kung University. They included exercises for upper airway and respiratory muscle training and general endurance training. The application provides video and in-text tutorials for users to follow at home and a schedule function to assist the user in organizing the training program, which may improve the efficacy of home-based physical therapy in patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea. In the future, our group plans to conduct a user study and randomized-controlled trials to investigate whether our application can benefit patients with OSA.