USSH Co-organizes Training Workshop: “Modern Library and Information Services and AI Application Skills in Academic Support and Research”

    On September 8 and 9, 2025, following the Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) on library cooperation, the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (USSH, VNU-HCM) collaborated with several partner units to co-organize the workshop: “Modern Library and Information Services and AI Application Skills in Academic Support and Research.” This significant initiative aimed to share expertise, update knowledge, and enhance the capacity to apply emerging technologies, ultimately improving the quality of library services in support of training and research.

            The workshop attracted a large number of lecturers, librarians, and representatives from various organizations. - Photo: LY NGUYEN

  The program was organized against the backdrop of rapid digital transformation, where the effective utilization of modern information services and AI applications has become an urgent necessity for universities. Building upon the Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) signed between domestic libraries—focusing on collaborative training, professional expertise sharing, information resource development, and staff capacity building—the Center for Information, Library, and Museum (CILM) at USSH, VNU-HCM collaborated with a network of partner institutions to implement this specialized training. Partner organizations included the libraries of HCM City University of Technology and Education; HCM City Open University; HCM City University of Culture; Dong Nai University of Technology; Van Hien University; HCM City University of Foreign Languages and Information Technology (HUFLIT); Dong A University; and University of Economics and Law (VNU-HCM). The curriculum provided in-depth content focused on modern library services and AI application skills to bolster academic support and research.

             Vice President Le Hoang Dũng presenting Letters of Appreciation to representatives of the co-organizing institutions. – Photo: TUAN VU

Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Le Hoang Dung, Vice President of USSH, VNU-HCM, emphasized the role of the library as a vital space for connecting knowledge between researchers and learners. He stated that the training program was not only an opportunity for library staff to update their knowledge and skills but also a chance for institutions to engage in open sharing of expertise. This collaboration, he noted, would lead to practical and long-term efficiency in both training and research activities.

     Dr. Le Hoang Dung emphasizing the library's role as a vital space for connecting knowledge between researchers and learners. – Photo: LY NGUYEN

Within the framework of the program, the role of faculty members and staff becomes increasingly vital as they directly engage in training sessions on the skills and professional expertise needed to support learners in effectively utilizing digital, electronic, and internal academic resources. Beyond merely conveying technical skills, these educators serve as a bridge, enabling students to access knowledge in an accessible and user-friendly manner. This effort ultimately aims to optimize intellectual resources to serve the nation's development.

                                           An overview of the training workshop. – Photo: LY NGUYEN

During the workshop, faculty members and librarians engaged in knowledge exchange and learning through several practical sessions presented by experts:

• Dr. Ninh Thi Kim Thoa – Lecturer, Faculty of Library and Information Science, USSH, VNU-HCM: “Implementing Bibliometric Services in University Libraries.”
• Dr. Le Duy Tan – Lecturer, Faculty of Information Technology, International University, VNU-HCM; Co-founder of AIoT Lab VN: “Prompt Engineering and AI Applications in Analyzing and Evaluating Research Documents and Data.”
• Mr. Pham Tan Anh Vu – Southern Regional Sales Representative, Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Solutions JSC (VAIS): “Transcribing Interviews with MEMOBOT AI Technology.”
• Mr. Vu Nguyen Anh – Vice Director, and Ms. Tran Hue Van – Specialist in Academic and Research Support Services, Center for Information, Library, and Museum (CILM), USSH, VNU-HCM: “Implementing Plagiarism Detection and Data Similarity Check Services at CILM.”

                                 Experts presenting and sharing specialized topics at the training program. – Photo: NGUYEN SU

At the ceremony, faculty members and staff from various institutions engaged in a vibrant and open exchange, sharing valuable professional experiences. Numerous practical ideas and solutions were proposed to enhance the quality of library operations, thereby more effectively serving training and research activities within universities.

                         Faculty members and staff from various institutions engaging in discussions at the training workshop. – Photo: TUAN VU

The training program provided not only updated professional knowledge and skills but also established a collaborative forum connecting administrators, lecturers, and library staff. As the host institution, USSH, VNU-HCM continues to affirm its pioneering position in fostering cooperation, innovating library operations, and integrating technology into training and research. This initiative serves as a vital foundation for university libraries nationwide to maximize their intellectual resources, align with the digital transformation process, and make practical contributions to the sustainable development of higher education in Vietnam.

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