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This study investigates how a four-week Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) exchange enhanced Japanese university students’ English proficiency and intercultural communicative competence. Through asynchronous video presentations and peer feedback with Norwegian peers, results indicated increased confidence, motivation, and cultural awareness. Participants developed greater respect, curiosity, and communication adaptability. Findings demonstrate COIL’s effectiveness in fostering authentic language use and intercultural development, offering valuable pedagogical insights for higher education and underexplored Norwegian-Japanese collaborations.
Summary
This study explores the impact of Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) on Japanese university students' English learning and intercultural communicative competence (ICC). Over four weeks, Japanese and Norwegian students (CEFR A2–B1) engaged in asynchronous exchanges via video presentations and peer feedback. Findings indicate increased confidence, motivation, and cultural awareness, with students developing respect, curiosity, and adaptability. The study highlights COIL’s potential for fostering authentic communication and intercultural learning in higher education.
| Teaching Context | College and university education |
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