The International Training Center (SIE) – Thuy Loi University is honored to announce an exclusive scientific seminar series taking place this April. This provides a rare opportunity for lecturers and researchers to gain insights into modern pedagogical trends and international publishing from two world-renowned scholars.
1. Masterclass: Navigating the Path to High-Impact Q1 Journals
The series kicks off with an in-depth session focused on the nuances of writing and publishing in high-impact scientific journals.
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Speaker: Prof. Dr. Thang Siew Ming – President of PacCALL and Editor of a prestigious Q1 journal in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL).
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Topic: “How to publish in high-impact journals”
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Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM, Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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Venue: Room 9, K1 Building – Thuy Loi University
Drawing from her extensive experience on the editorial boards of leading journals, Prof. Thang Siew Ming will provide valuable insights into the peer-review process, topic selection, and the rigorous standards required for successful publication in the global academic arena.
2. Seminar with Linguistics Authority Prof. Rod Ellis
The highlight of the series is a seminar featuring one of the most influential figures globally in the field of Second Language Acquisition (SLA) and pedagogy.
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Speaker: Prof. Dr. Rod Ellis – Curtin University (Australia) & University of Auckland (New Zealand).
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Topic: “Task-Based Language Teaching”
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Time: 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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Venue: Room 9, K1 Building
Prof. Rod Ellis is a leading theorist and world-famous author whose research and monographs are staple references for educators worldwide. The seminar will be attended by the University Board of Rectors, the SIE Board of Directors, and distinguished colleagues from various universities.