The role of the VIETMUS project in music education at the Faculty of Arts, Ha Long University
- Tô Thị Thái Hà
- Apr 2
- 2 min read
In the context of rapid digital technology development, the application of technology in vocational training in general and music education in particular has become an inevitable trend, bringing both opportunities and challenges for educators and learners.
Ha Long University is participating in the international music project “VIETnam Music Universities Spurring – VIETMUS", which promotes music education in Vietnamese Universities, funded by the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) under the authority of the European Commission. The University’s activities within this project has greatly contributed to enhancing training at the Faculty of Arts, Ha Long University.
Key activities of the VIETMUS project
1. Enhancing Research and Participation in Online Learning Platforms
The Faculty of Arts has been provided with a stable internet infrastructure, teaching-supporting software, and a virtual studio system. This enables lecturers and students to easily exchange knowledge, access lectures and study materials, and practice anytime, anywhere. Additionally, interactive features such as chat, forums, and live stream sessions further enhance engagement between lecturers and students.
2. Utilizing Educational and Music-Related Software
The project has introduced and trained lecturers and students on the effective use of various software tools for teaching and music activities, such as:
Music composition software (MuseScore)
Online teaching software (Jitsi)
Multimedia control software (Meet Chataigne)
Lecturers and students have been introduced to applying the basic features of various software and applications in teaching and learning, as well as in other musical activities. These include creating lesson plans and lectures, editing and mixing music for practical music lessons, and initially exploring the use of software in designing musical products.
3. Familiarization with Virtual Studio Technology
Lecturers from both the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Faculty of Pedagogy have had the opportunity to explore, research, and integrate virtual studio technologies into their teaching practices. This serves as a foundation for developing high-quality digital lessons that can be widely shared and replicated.
Visiting and exploring the virtual studio
Significance of the VIETMUS project
1. Expanding Access to Knowledge and Skills
The resources provided by the VIETMUS project have allowed both lecturers and students from the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Faculty of Pedagogy to access new knowledge and skills, enhancing self-study and research abilities. Additionally, this project offers a platform for faculty and students to share their creative works with peers, increasing public awareness and engagement in music education.
2. Improving Training Quality
The integration of digital technology into music education helps students not only grasp theoretical knowledge but also develop practical skills more effectively. Digital tools enable lecturers to efficiently distribute teaching materials, track student progress, and adjust teaching methods accordingly. This creates a flexible, creative, and cost-effective learning environment.
3. Fostering creativity
Digital technology plays a crucial role in fostering creativity—an essential element in music education. By leveraging digital music tools, lecturers and students can create new compositions, experiment with innovative musical elements, and adapt existing works to contemporary demands.
Lecturers and students of the Faculty of Arts, Ha Long University have started engaging with modern technologies, laying the groundwork for further creative developments in music education. These innovations not only improve training quality but also pave the way for future commercial musical products.
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