中正大學外國語文學系致力於培育具全球視野與跨文化溝通能力之外文專業人才，為強化師生國際文化體驗，該系於4月28日至5月9日邀請來自越南胡志明市工業大學外語學院（Faculty of Foreign Languages, IUH）兩位教師─Nguyen Thi Diem Thi 與 Le Thi Thien Phuoc─來台展開為期兩週之學術交流，透過共同授課與多元互動，促進文化對話與知識分享，開創跨國教學合作新契機。

外文系主任蔡美玉表示：「此次合作特別感謝國際長何德華教授居中引介，為雙方合作奠定良好基礎。自2024年底起，雙方歷經半年籌備，往返超過百封信件洽談細節，並參考本系葉純純與陳國榮兩位教師專業建議，最終促成越方學者來台共授課程，後續亦規劃安排師生回訪越南，逐步建立長期學術交流與合作關係。」

蔡主任指出，此次為外文系首度實施與國際學者共同授課模式，她親自協調共授課程時間表、教學搭配與接待安排，細緻規劃各階段工作，確保交流品質與學習效益。

在籌備期間，外文系教師楊意鈴（英語聽講二）與楊敏（語言學概論二）多次與越南學者進行線上會議，討論課程設計與教學策略。越方教師Nguyen 與Le皆表示，此次跨國共授不僅突破以往教學模式，在教學理念與方法上激盪出新思維。學生們普遍反映，在多元文化背景下學習雖具挑戰，卻收穫豐碩，深刻體認跨文化交流的價值與意義。

交流期間，兩位越南學者亦觀摩本系多門課程，包括鄭英雪老師的「ChatGPT與寫作」、Dr. Benjamin Heal 的「兒童文學」、以及張美芳老師的「進階英語聽講」，促進雙邊教學對話與經驗分享。

課堂之外，外文系學生亦主動擔任接待與校園導覽工作，透過自然的全英語互動，展現流暢的溝通能力。此外，系上也安排嘉義在地文化景點參訪，讓國際學者深入體驗台灣人文風貌，展現國際交流的多元面向。

蔡主任表示，藉由與國際學者共授課程，師生不僅接觸多元教學觀點，也培養團隊合作與國際溝通的核心素養。未來外文系將持續推動與全球高等教育機構的交流合作，擴展學生國際視野，落實「在地行動、全球連結」之教育願景。

       The Department of Foreign Languages and Literature (FLLD) at National Chung Cheng University (CCU) is dedicated to cultivating foreign language talents with global perspectives and strong intercultural communication skills. To enrich the international experience of both faculty and students, the Department welcomed two scholars from the Faculty of Foreign Languages at the Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City (IUH), Vietnam—Nguyen Thi Diem Thi and Le Thi Thien Phuoc—for a two-week academic exchange from April 28 to May 9. Through co-teaching and a variety of collaborative activities, the initiative aimed to foster cultural dialogue, promote knowledge exchange, and open new avenues for international academic collaboration.

        Department Chair Dr. Mei-Yu Tsai expressed her gratitude to Professor Der-Hwa Victoria Rau, Dean of the Office of International Affairs at CCU, for facilitating the connection and helping to establish a solid foundation for the partnership. “Since late 2024, both sides have devoted more than six months to preparation, exchanging over a hundred emails to finalize the details. With professional counsels from our faculty members Dr. Chun-Chun Yeh and Dr. Kuo-jung Chen, we successfully arranged for the Vietnamese scholars to co-teach here in Taiwan. A reciprocal visit to Vietnam is also in the works, as we aim to develop a sustainable academic exchange,” she said.

        This exchange marks the Department’s first implementation of a co-teaching model involving international scholars. Chair Tsai personally oversaw the coordination of course schedules, instructional planning, and hospitality logistics, carefully managing each stage to ensure a high-quality academic and cultural experience.

        During the planning phase, CCU faculty members Dr. Yi-ling Yang (for “English Listening and Speaking II”) and Dr. Min Yang (for “Introduction to Linguistics II”) held several online meetings with the Vietnamese scholars to discuss course design and teaching strategies. Both Nguyen and Le remarked that the collaboration not only challenged conventional teaching methods but also sparked innovative approaches to pedagogy. Students widely reported that, while learning in a multicultural environment posed challenges, it was ultimately a rewarding experience that deepened their appreciation for the importance and impact of intercultural exchange.

        While at CCU, the Vietnamese scholars also visited a range of classes—including “ChatGPT and Writing” by Dr. Ying-Hsueh Cheng, “Children’s Literature” by Dr. Benjamin Heal, and “Advanced English Listening and Speaking” by Dr. Mei-Fang Chang—further facilitating the exchange of ideas and teaching practices.

        Outside the classroom, FLLD students enthusiastically served as interpreters and campus guides, demonstrating their communication skills through natural English conversation. The Department also organized visits to cultural landmarks in Chiayi, offering the guests a firsthand experience of Taiwan’s rich cultural heritage and showcasing the many dimensions of international exchange.

        Chair Tsai emphasized that co-teaching with international scholars not only exposes faculty and students to diverse educational perspectives but also cultivates vital teamwork and global communication skills. Looking ahead, the Department of Foreign Languages and Literature will continue to strengthen its partnerships with higher education institutions worldwide, broadening students’ international horizons and advancing the Department’s mission of “Acting Locally, Connecting Globally.”