VOlUME 05 ISSUE 04 April 2026
Le Van Hai
Faculty of Education, Thu Dau Mot University, Vietnam
DOI : https://doi.org/10.58806/ijsshmr.2026.v5i4n18Google Scholar Download Pdf
ABSTRACT
Digital transformation is reshaping education systems worldwide, placing new demands on the development of high-quality educational human resources. In this context, digital competence has emerged as a core competency for pre-service teachers. This study aims to analyze the role, current status, and challenges in developing digital competence among pre-service teachers in Vietnam, and to propose relevant solutions in the context of educational digital transformation. Using a qualitative research approach, the study synthesizes theoretical frameworks such as DigComp 2.1 and UNESCO guidelines, and examines practical implementation through a case study at Thu Dau Mot University. The findings indicate that digital competence extends beyond technical skills to include information processing, communication, content creation, and ethical awareness in digital environments. Empirical evidence shows that while digital infrastructure and learning environments have been significantly improved, the development of higher-order digital pedagogical competencies remains limited. The study identifies a critical gap between technology access and meaningful pedagogical integration, and proposes solutions including curriculum redesign, faculty development, and the enhancement of digital learning ecosystems. These findings contribute to improving teacher education and strengthening the quality of educational human resources in Vietnam’s digital transformation era.
KEYWORDS:Digital competence; Pre-service teachers; Educational digital transformation; Teacher education; Vietnam.
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Cite this Article:Hai, L. V. (2026). Developing Digital Competence for Pre-Service Teachers in Vietnam: Enhancing the Quality of Educational Human Resources in the Context of Digital Transformation. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE HUMANITY & MANAGEMENT RESEARCHS, 5(4), 734-738. https://doi.org/10.58806/ijsshmr.2026.v5i4n18