VDC launches online IT training sites

The Hanoi Times - Vietnam Datacommunications Company (VDC) officially launched its ‘Mega E-learning’ IT training websites on Nov. 19.By accessing the websites at http://hocmai.infogate.vn or http://bea.infogate.vn. , users of internet services provided by VDC and the Vietnam Post and Telecommunications Group will be able to enroll in online IT training courses and sit practice tests compiled to reflect high school, college and university curricula content.VDC’s Director Vu Hoang Lien said the newly-launched service is expected to not only build bridges between teachers, students and IT-lovers across the nation, but also to create an online learning community and narrow the IT gap that currently exists between urban, rural and remote areas.The two websites will initially present lectures on a number of mainstream subjects before providing lessons with abundant and specific content relevant to a wide range of courses. Lecturers and students can communicate and exchange views with one another via email and online discussion groups, as well as forums and video conferences.In addition, the website http://bea.infogate.vn will also enable users to gain access to English training courses, featuring a range of specialised topics. Statistics released by VDC reveal that around 20,000 learners have taken part in its online training programmes during just two months of trial operations.Established in 1989, VDC has emerged as the largest internet service provider in Vietnam , with an international bandwidth rate of 20 Gbps. The company is planning to launch a number of value-added online services early next year, including MegaGames, online games, online sales and payment, online movie streaming and virtual office services. VDC also provides internet services for clients in Laos and Cambodia.