However, to achieve sustainable and truly valuable results, experts believe that special attention must be paid to academic integrity – the ethical foundation and standard in scientific research.
"The game" is not easy.
According to Dr. Vu An Dan from the Faculty of Tourism , Hanoi Open University, the two most important tasks of lecturers are teaching and scientific research. In particular, publishing works in prestigious international journals plays a crucial role, not only enhancing the reputation of the scientist and the training institution, but also contributing to the dissemination of knowledge to the community.
However, to be able to publish internationally, Dr. Vu An Dan believes that lecturers and researchers need to master the basic requirements of a scientific paper. First, there must be a clear research question, demonstrating the necessity and contribution of the work. Next, the literature review should point out research gaps to demonstrate the novelty of the topic. In addition, a solid theoretical foundation and appropriate research methods are needed. Most importantly, the results must be presented clearly and directly answer the research question posed.
Emphasizing that choosing journals for submission is a strategic step, Dr. Vu An Dan shared that each journal has its own scope, criteria, and target audience. Therefore, researchers need to accurately determine their approach and the quality of their work to make a suitable choice. International publication is not only a measure of research capacity but also a path to integrate Vietnamese knowledge into the global scientific flow. This is a responsibility and an opportunity for lecturers and researchers to affirm their position in an increasingly competitive academic environment.
According to Associate Professor Dr. Le Dinh Hai from the University of Economics (Vietnam National University, Hanoi), international publication is not an easy "game," but it is entirely feasible if researchers build their capabilities systematically, adhere to academic standards, choose the right journals, use appropriate writing styles, and persevere through rejections.
However, to succeed, it is necessary to write according to international standards, use academic English, proactively respond to peer reviews, and avoid journals with low prestige and lack of transparency. In addition, academic ethics, international research collaboration, and the development of a publication strategy—especially for beginners—are crucial foundations for establishing academic standing.
Adapting to Artificial Intelligence
Referring to manifestations of academic integrity violations, Associate Professor Dr. Mai Van Luu - Department of Examination and Quality Management, Hanoi Open University, said that the most common behavior is plagiarism and self-plagiarism: using the ideas, data, and research results of others without citing them, or reusing one's own previously published work.
Other concerning violations include: fabricating or falsifying data to fit hypotheses, ignoring unfavorable results; authoring "ghost authors"—individuals not involved in the research; and a lack of integrity in peer review, such as disclosing manuscripts, delaying peer review for the sake of competition, and plagiarizing ideas. Furthermore, there is the practice of splitting research projects into smaller parts to increase the number of publications, and publishing duplicates. These behaviors not only violate research ethics but also diminish academic credibility and need to be seriously controlled and prevented.
Based on the above practical experience, Associate Professor Dr. Mai Van Luu recommends: Firstly, for individuals, each researcher needs to adhere to ethical principles, prioritizing honesty, objectivity, and transparency, while simultaneously improving their knowledge and research skills. Before publication, they should carefully select journals, avoiding publications lacking credibility.
Secondly, for training and research institutions, it is necessary to develop and implement a code of conduct on academic ethics, organize regular training and professional development, and make courses on research integrity compulsory. The scientific evaluation system needs reform, focusing on quality and impact rather than just quantity. In addition, it is necessary to develop an open scientific culture, encourage the publication and sharing of open data, improve the quality of peer review, strictly handle violations, and invest in a plagiarism detection system.
Thirdly, students need to proactively learn about and adhere to academic integrity regulations, cite sources correctly, and avoid cheating in their studies. Universities must strengthen supervision, apply multiple exam formats, innovate assessment methods, and effectively disseminate integrity regulations to students.
According to Associate Professor Dr. Mai Van Luu, academic integrity is a shared responsibility of lecturers, researchers, students, and administrative bodies. Only when it is prioritized and protected by a rigorous system can the academic environment truly be clean and healthy.
Regarding the responsible use of AI in training and scientific research at higher education institutions, Dr. Le Duc Trong - Faculty of Information Technology, University of Technology (Vietnam National University, Hanoi), argued that innovative methods are needed, and that "old tools" cannot be used in the new context. Quality assurance involves not only control but also nurturing the thinking and ethics of learners.
In addition to promptly issuing guidelines on the use of AI in teaching and research, Dr. Le Duc Trong recommends that universities adjust and update their testing and evaluation methods to suit the AI context. Simultaneously, they must incorporate content on raising awareness and developing responsible AI usage skills into their training programs. “AI is both a challenge and an opportunity, requiring higher education to adapt flexibly to leverage the value of the technology while maintaining its academic and ethical foundations,” Dr. Le Duc Trong emphasized.
According to the Ministry of Education and Training, in 2022, the whole country had 18,441 articles published in Scopus publications; in 2023, it was 19,441 articles; and as of July 2024, it reached 12,567 articles. This result shows that the international publication of the Vietnamese higher education system has maintained a stable upward trend in recent years, with universities playing a leading role.
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