A Discussion On Education in Vietnam from K. MARX and F. ENGELS' Perspective
Phuoc Tai Nguyen
This dissertation seeks to analyze the educational ideologies of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, with a specific focus on the characteristics, approaches, and significance of the state in the realm of education. This theoretical framework is used to analyze and evaluate the current condition of education in Vietnam, in order to establish the degree to which the country's education system adheres to Marxist principles. The study utilizes a qualitative methodology to examine the writings of Marx and Engels regarding education, and to compare their viewpoints with the present condition of education in Vietnam. The assessment of the implementation of Marxist educational concepts in the Vietnamese setting relies on official government documents, reports, and statistics. Vietnam's education system has made substantial progress in incorporating the fundamental principles of Marx and Engels concerning the essence, approaches, and function of the state in education. Significant accomplishments encompass guaranteeing widespread availability of education, incorporating diverse dimensions of education (cognitive, physical, and vocational), and upholding the state's responsibility as a patron and overseer of educational endeavors. Nevertheless, there are still obstacles to overcome, especially in ensuring the quality of education and managing the increasing participation of private enterprises and foreign investment in the education system. In order to truly achieve international standards and successfully develop persons who embody modern socialist values, additional fundamental reforms are required. Important actions include improving inspection and monitoring techniques, promoting independent quality accreditation, enforcing rigorous guidelines for educational services, creating specific support systems for marginalized populations, and giving priority to the integration of STEM/STEAM in curriculum development. This dissertation aims to enhance the comprehension of the application and modification of Marxist educational concepts within the distinctive socio-economic framework of Vietnam. This emphasizes the importance of Marx and Engels' ideas in influencing an educational system that focuses on the comprehensive growth of individuals, social fairness, and the seamless integration of academic pursuits, practical abilities, and moral principles.
Keywords: Marx and Engels, Educational thought, Vietnamese education, Educational reform, Socialist education