Analysis of Effectiveness of Active Learning based Collaborative Educational Program among Universities: A Case Study of Nepal-Japan Project

Manita Shrestha; Indresh Sharma; Masaaki Sugihara; Masayuki Goto

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Analysis of Effectiveness of Active Learning based Collaborative Educational Program among Universities: A Case Study of Nepal-Japan Project

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Manita Shrestha¹^{, *}, Indresh Sharma², Masaaki Sugihara³, Masayuki Goto⁴

¹Sagami Women’s University, Kanagawa Prefecture, Yokohama, Japan

²National College, Kathmandu, Nepal

³University of the Sacred Heart, Tokyo, Japan

⁴Waseda University, Tokyo, Japan

^*Corresponding author. Email: manita3n@gmail.com

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Manita Shrestha

Available Online 14 May 2026.

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Keywords: Nepal-Japan Project; NJP; Collaborative Educational Program; Active Learning; Effectiveness and Case Study
Abstract: The Nepal-Japan Project (NJP), launched in 2002, is a collaborative educational program between university students from Nepal and Japan that emphasizes active learning through fieldwork and school activities. Japanese and Nepalese students are paired one-on-one to design and implement educational programs, analyze findings, and present results, fostering student-centered learning. This study evaluates NJP’s effectiveness in enhancing active learning, intercultural competence, and professional growth. A questionnaire survey conducted after the program revealed that participants from both countries became more proactive and improved their communication skills and international relationships. However, challenges such as difficulty adapting program content for younger students and limited time were identified. The findings highlight NJP’s uniqueness as a model of international, active-learning-based collaboration and provide insights for future program improvement.
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Volume Title: Proceedings of the International Conference on Cross- Disciplinary Academic Research 2025 - Track 3 Advances in Humanities, Education, Teaching, Learning & Arts (ICAR-T3 2025)
Series: Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date: 14 May 2026
ISBN: 978-94-6239-662-3
ISSN: 2352-5398
DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6239-662-3_11 How to use a DOI?
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