STEM education contributes to driving digital transformation.

In the context of modern education, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education is increasingly being promoted in Can Tho City, contributing to improving the quality of teaching and learning and creating a foundation for promoting digital transformation in schools.

Students participate in the STEM competition "SPACE CHALLENGE".

In 2026, the STEM movement in Can Tho City continued to spread strongly through numerous forums and in-depth workshops. A prime example was the workshop "Sharing Experiences in STEM Product Development - Towards the 2026 Youth and Children's Innovation Competition," which attracted over 400 participants in person and online from 103 communes, wards, and schools. Experts shared experiences in developing STEM products linked to digital technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, and smart sensors, helping teachers and students realize their creative ideas and participate in national and international science and technology competitions. Ms. Vo Thi Hien, Chairwoman and CEO of Milestones International Education & Technology Joint Stock Company, stated: “As a company operating in the STEM field, Milestones always aims to build an ecosystem connecting experts, teachers, schools, and students to spread the spirit of innovation and creativity within the education community.”

The workshop aimed to provide teachers and students in Can Tho with practical perspectives, ideas, and guidance to develop STEM products suitable for the specific characteristics of the Mekong Delta, with the potential for real-life applications and participation in competitions at various levels. According to Ms. Nguyen Thi Kieu, Vice President of the Union of Science and Technology Associations of Can Tho City, the workshop was highly significant as experts shared knowledge on STEM, robotics, mechanics, IoT applications, and AI relevant to local and Mekong Delta practices. It also provided information and suggested research ideas for the competition, helping students realize their ideas, refine their products, and aim for high achievements in national and international competitions.

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The appeal of STEM was further affirmed during the recent Vietnam Space Week 2026, where a large number of students had the opportunity to experience robotics, drones, virtual reality, creative entrepreneurship, and interact with international experts in the field of space. This sparked a passion for science and technology and provided career guidance for the younger generation. Nguyen Quoc Tien, a student from Doan Thi Diem Secondary School, said that the event motivated him to study better in subjects like mathematics, natural sciences, and computer science.

The Vietnam Space Week 2026 also featured the STEM competition “SPACE CHALLENGE,” attracting many students to participate in the competition or support the competing teams. Lam Gia Nguyen, a student from Can Tho University of Technology, said: “Our team supported students in experiencing all the games related to science and virtual reality. Experiencing such a large event right here in Can Tho City, I learned and gained more experience to apply to my studies.”

Mr. Nguyen Van Hien, Deputy Director of the Department of Education and Training of Can Tho City, said that the STEM competition “SPACE CHALLENGE” aims to create a beneficial, modern, and experiential academic playground for students in the Mekong Delta region. The competition is a place for students to apply interdisciplinary knowledge in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics to solve practical problems; creating an environment for students to develop creative thinking, teamwork skills, research capacity, the ability to apply digital technology, and a spirit of innovation. The competition content is linked to advanced technologies and global development trends such as Robotics and AIoT, Drone technology, and creative STEM Bakery based on the theme of space; while also connecting experiences in astronomy, virtual reality, educational technology, and the journey of exploring the universe. This is an opportunity for students to access new knowledge, broaden their horizons, and nurture big dreams in science and technology.

According to experts, STEM not only equips students with knowledge but also helps them develop essential skills: communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and computational thinking. STEM competitions at all levels help students mature, become more confident, and improve their learning effectiveness. For example, the group of three students, Lam Ngoc Toan, Nguyen Khoi Nguyen, and Huynh Minh Phuc from class 9A10 of Doan Thi Diem Secondary School, won first prize in the secondary school category at the HNUE STEM Olympic 2025 Finals with their project "Smart 2-compartment trash can - automatically opens lid, plays a speaker for waste sorting." They stated that participating in STEM competitions provides opportunities to apply knowledge to practice, develop teamwork skills, creative thinking, and problem-solving abilities. The research and development process also helps them become more confident and ignites their passion for exploring science and technology.

STEM education is becoming a bridge between schools and practice, between knowledge and technology. Promoting STEM not only contributes to the effective achievement of science and technology development goals as outlined in Resolution 57 of the Politburo, but also creates a high-quality workforce to meet the requirements of digital transformation and sustainable development in Can Tho City in the future.

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