Komatsu Taro
(小松 太郎)
Modified on: 09/14
Profile Information
- Affiliation
- Professor, Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Education, , Sophia University
- Degree
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BA in Comparative Culture (Major: Politics and International Relations)(Sophia University)Diploma in Development Studies(Institute of Developing Economies (IDEAS))MSc.in Social Policy and Planning(London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE))Ph.D. in Education Policy and Administration(University of Minnesota)
- Contact information
- t.komatsu
sophia.ac.jp - Researcher number
- 20363343
- J-GLOBAL ID
- 200901050495318830
- researchmap Member ID
- 5000099480
My research interests focus on education policy, governance and practices in developing nations and conflict-affected societies; education and social cohesion/peace-building; education system convergence and divergence in the global era; and citizenship education in multicultural societies. My research questions are often informed by my own field experiences as an aid practitioner in several country contexts, including fragile ones such as Pakistan, Afghanistan, Kosovo and Bosnia & Herzegovina. As an academia in the field of education and international development, I continue engaged in the improvement of practices by working with aid agencies (UN, governmental, NGOs and private ones). More recently, I have been working with a NGO supporting refugee education in the Middle East, and assisting them with their program evaluation design, execution and interpretation of the results. I am also active in research and training in Education in Emergencies (EiE). At University, I teach education and international development, sociology of education, and social science research design at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Contact: t.komatsu"(at)"sophia.ac.jp
Research Interests
16Major Research Areas
1Research History
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Apr, 2023 - Present
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Jul, 2022 - Present
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Apr, 2022 - Present
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Apr, 2013 - Present
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Apr, 2017 - Apr, 2021
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Sep, 2015 - Sep, 2017
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Apr, 2014 - Sep, 2014
Papers
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International Education, Japan Association for International Education, 30, 2024 Peer-reviewedInvited
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International Journal of Comparative Education and Development, 26(1) 1-16, Nov 21, 2023 Peer-reviewedLead author
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『人間と教育』民主教育研究所, (115) 62-69, Sep, 2022 Invited
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『教職研修』巻頭特別企画「戦争の時代の教育」, (598) 6-7, Jun, 2022 Invited
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ESD Studies, 第5号 19-29, 2022 Peer-reviewed
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Comparative Education, 57(4) 519-537, Oct 2, 2021 Peer-reviewed
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Education Studies, Departmental Bulletin, Sophia University, 55 29-42, Mar, 2021
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The Oxford Encyclopedia of Philosophy of Education, 2020 Peer-reviewed
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Comparative Education Review, 63(3) 398-417, Aug, 2019
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Studies in Education, Departmental Bulletin Paper, 53 77-82, Mar 31, 2019
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Working Paper, JICA Research Institute, 182 1-37, Jan 1, 2019 Peer-reviewedInvited
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Japan-UK Education Study Assocation Occasional Paper, 2018 Invited
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Comparative Education, 55(55) 59-71, Jun 1, 2017 Invited
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51 37-50, Apr 1, 2017 Lead author
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Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Education, Mar 29, 2017 Peer-reviewed
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Research in Comparative and International Education, 11(3) 267-281, Sep 1, 2016 Peer-reviewed
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Sophia University Studies in Education, (49) 23-36, Mar, 2015
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Institute of Developing Economies (Ajiken) World Trend, (230) 28-29, Dec 15, 2014
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International Review of Education, 60(1) 7-31, 2014 Peer-reviewed
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Education policy analysis archives, 21 62-62, Aug 4, 2013 Peer-reviewed
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Educational Studies, 55(55) 1-13, Mar 1, 2013
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Ph.D. Dissertation, Education Policy and Administration, University of Minnesota, Apr 30, 2012
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Research in Comparative and International Education, 7(2) 146-159, Jan 1, 2012 Peer-reviewed
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Journal of International Cooperation in Education, 14(2) 189-203, Oct 1, 2011 Peer-reviewed
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International education, 15 26-42, Jun, 2009 Peer-reviewed
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, 29(3) 219-226, May, 2009 Peer-reviewed
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Seiji-Kenkyu, Kyushu University Institute for Political Science, Faculty of Law, 55(55) 1-39, Mar, 2008
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Research Bulletin of Education, Kyushu University, Graduate School of Human-Environment Studies, 9 103-120, Mar 26, 2007
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Journal of International Cooperation in Education, 9(2) 15-25, Oct, 2006 Peer-reviewed
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『アジ研ワールド・トレンド』アジア経済研究所, Nov, 2002
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M.Sc. Thesis, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Sep 1, 1996
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Thesis paper, Institute of Developing Economies Advanced School (IDEAS), 1995
Misc.
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150Education in Emergencies and Protracted Crises (EiEPC) E-news, (1), Apr, 2022 Invited -
Sophia Magazine, 12 8-11, Sep, 2021
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Bulletin, school education boards, Mar, 2020
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日本経済新聞朝刊, Jun 21, 2017
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Comparative Education Research, 55, Jun 1, 2017
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『多文化共生社会におけるＥＳＤ・市民教育の可能性－2013年度の研究活動』報告書、上智大学総合人間科学部教育学科, 2014
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日本教育社会学会大会発表要旨集録, (65) 170-170, 2013
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"Priateli," Japan - Serbia Association, Mar, 2010
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Asahi newspaper, Feb, 2008
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Civic Initiative Newsletter (Serbia), 2008
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『世界』岩波書店, (772) 270-278, Dec, 2007
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朝日新聞西日本版, Apr, 2007
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『RADIX』九州大学, Sep, 2006
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Comparative and International Education Society (CIES), Newsletter (September 2006, No.142), 2006
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国際協力機構（JICA）、教育協力アドバイザー業務完了報告書, 2004
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九州大学21世紀プログラム独自科目テキスト, Jan, 2004
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『図書館ニューズレター』パリ日本文化会館図書館, Apr, 2003
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『アジ研ワールド・トレンド』, アジア経済研究所, Nov, 2002
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ADRIATICO, Politicle territory culture quadrimestrale,, Mar, 2002
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FOCUS KOSOVO, United Nations Mission in Kosovo, Nov, 2001
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『ユネスコ世界遺産年報』社団法人日本ユネスコ協会連盟, Sep, 1999
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国際協力事業団（JICA）、企画調査報告書, 1997
Books and Other Publications
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Springer, Jan 23, 2024 (ISBN: 9789819965199, 9789819965182, 9789819965212)
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In A. W. Wiseman, C. Matherly, M. Crumley-Effinger (Eds.), Internationalization and imprints of the pandemic on higher education worldwide, International Perspectives on Education and Society 44. Emerald Publishing, Jun, 2023 (ISBN: 9781837535613)
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Sophia University Press, Mar, 2023 (ISBN: 9784324112663)
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日本教育学会 国際交流委員会（著）、 教育開発研究所, May, 2022
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In M. Nishimura (Ed.), Community participation with schools in developing countries: Towards equitable and inclusive basic education for all. New York & Oxon: Routledge., Dec 1, 2019 (ISBN: 9780429057472)
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SDGs and development education, Apr 1, 2016
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Sophia University Press, Apr 1, 2016
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ESD and citizenship education in a multicultural society, Sep 1, 2014
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UNESCO International Education Policy Paper, Aug 1, 2014 (ISBN: 9784798912509)
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Encyclopedia of Comparative Education, Toshindo Press, Jun 1, 2012 (ISBN: 9784798901275)
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Encyclopedia of Comparative Education, Toshindo Press, Jun 1, 2012 (ISBN: 9784798901275)
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Encyclopedia of Comparative Education, Toshindo Press, Jun 1, 2012 (ISBN: 9784798901275)
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NANPOU SHINSHA, Aug 1, 2010 (ISBN: 9784861241888)
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Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology-Japan, Mar 1, 2009
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Iwanami Publishing, Dec 20, 2006 (ISBN: 4005005500)
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Development and Social Policy, Kyushu University Faculty of Languages and Cultures, Mar 1, 2006
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Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Sep 1, 2005 (ISBN: 4902715414)
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Iwanami Publishing, Jun 1, 2005 (ISBN: 4005005098)
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Education and International Development: Theory and Practice, Yuhikaku Press, Apr 20, 2005 (ISBN: 4641076979)
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JICA Okinawa International Center, Mar 1, 2005
Presentations
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Roundtable; Learner-centered learning and critical thinking skills in higher education, British Educational Research Association (BERA) Conference 2024 / World Education Research Association (WERA) Focal Meeting, Manchester University, UK, Sep 10, 2024
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British Educational Research Association (BERA) Conference 2024 / World Education Research Association (WERA) Focal Meeting, Manchester University, UK, Sep 9, 2024
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Co-presentations: Harnessing the power of globally networked learning: Towards more equitable higher education partnerships in Japan, Bosnia & Herzegovina and the United States, XVIII World Council of Comparative Education Societies (WCCES), Cornell University, USA, Jul 26, 2024
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XVIII World Council of Comparative Education Societies (WCCES), Cornell University, USA 2024年7月26日, Jul 25, 2024
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Panel presentation: Fostering social cohesion and peace through education: Pathways for Bosnia and Herzegovina, XVIII World Council of Comparative Education Societies (WCCES), Cornell University, USA, Jul 25, 2024
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日本比較教育学会、名古屋大学, Jun 29, 2024
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日本国際開発学会, Jun 15, 2024
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日本国際開発学会、宇都宮大学, Jun 15, 2024
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Japan Society of Humanitarian Actions, University of Tokyo, Feb 13, 2024
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Comparative Education Society of Asia (CESA), Hiroshima, Nov 26, 2023
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日本比較教育学会、上智大学, Jun 18, 2023
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Japan Society of International Development, Akita International University, Jun 10, 2023
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International Symposium “Connecting the world through Japanese language education,” Association of Japanese Language Education in Taiwan and Fu Jen Catholic University, Nov 19, 2022 Invited
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World Council of Comparative Education Societies (WCCES) Symposium, Nov 17, 2022
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Japan Society of International Development, Jun 18, 2022
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Japan ESD Society, Online, Feb 6, 2022
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4th Symposium, World Council of Comparative Education Societies (WCCES), Online, Nov 20, 2021
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Annual conference of the Japan Society of Comparative Education, Jun 26, 2021
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Annual conference of the Japan Comparative Education Society, Jun 25, 2021
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日本国際開発学会、津田塾大学（オンライン）, Dec 6, 2020
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Annual conference of the Japan Society of International Development, Dec 6, 2020
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Sophia Institute for Human Security, Nov 7, 2020
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Annual conference of Comparative and International Education Society (CIES), May 28, 2020
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Japan Society of International Development & Japan Association for Human Security Conference, Nov 17, 2019
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Symposium,"Multicultural Living : Towards Better Polices and Effectiveness", Nov 2, 2019, Co-organized by Sophia University, Chulalornkorn University and Chiang Mai University
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Japan Society of Education for Sustainable Development, Aug 20, 2019
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Japan Society of Comparative Education Conference, Jun 8, 2019
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Asia-Pacific Interactive (API) – Jesuit Education Consortium (JEC) conference “Educational Frontiers 2018”, Oct 4, 2018, Ateneo de Manila University Invited
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Faculty of Philosophy, University of Sarajevo and Japan Embassy, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sep 17, 2018 Invited
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Annual Conference, Japan Society of Comparative Education, Jun 24, 2018
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Annual conference of the Japan Comparative Education Society, Jun 22, 2018 Invited
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Annual conference of Comparative Education Society in Europe (CESE), May 31, 2018
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Annual conference of Comparative Education Society in Asia (CESA), Siem Reap, Cambodia, May 11, 2018
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Annual conference of Comparative and International Education Society (CIES), Mexico City, Mexico, Mar 26, 2018
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Annual Conference of Japan Society of International Development, Nov 26, 2017
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Annual conference of Oceanian Comparative and International Education Society (OCIES), University of New Caledonia, Noumea, New Caledonia, Nov 9, 2017
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Seminar “Intercultural Learning in Language Teaching Pedagogy“, Sep 10, 2017, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Sarajevo Invited
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Annual conference of United Kingdom Forum for International Education and Training (UKFIET), University of Oxford, United Kingdom, Sep 6, 2017
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Seminar “Providing alternative education opportunities in conflict-affected countries”, Sep 4, 2017, Center for Trust, Peace & Social Relations, Coventry University, United Kingdom Invited
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Annual conference of the Japan Society of Comparative Education, Jun 25, 2017
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XVI World Congress of Comparative Education Societies (WCCES), Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China, Aug 24, 2016
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Japan Comparative Education Society, Jun 24, 2016
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Nation, Peace and Education, Annual conference of Japan-British Education Society (NICHIEI KYOUIKU KENKYUKAI), May 29, 2016, Japan-British Education Society Invited
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Bi-annual conference of Comparative Education Society in Asia (CESA), Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines, Jan 28, 2016
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“The future we want” - academic challenge for better life- JSPS-NRCT seminar at Research Expo 2015, Aug 16, 2015, Japan Society for the Promotion of Science & National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) Invited
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Japan Society of Comparative Education, Ustunomiya University, Jun 12, 2015
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Annual conference of Comparative and International Education Society (CIES), Toronto, Canada, Mar 14, 2014
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Japan Society of Educational Sociology, Saitama University, Sep 21, 2013
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Japan Society of Comparative Education, Sophia University, Jul 7, 2013
Major Teaching Experience
16Professional Memberships
4Research Projects
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JICAプロジェクト研究, Apr, 2023 - Mar, 2025
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Kaken Grant, Apr, 2020 - Mar, 2024
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Japanese Government Grant-in-Aid (Kaken), 2021 - 2024
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Research grant, Sophia University, Apr, 2017 - Mar, 2023
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Research grant, Sophia University, 2021 - 2023
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Kaken grant, Japan MEST, Apr, 2017 - Mar, 2022
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Branding research grant for private universities, Japan MEST, 2017 - 2022
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World Vision Japan/World Vision Jordan, 2019 - 2020
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Research grant, Sophia University, Apr, 2017 - Mar, 2019
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Save the Children Japan, NGO Research Grant, Japan MOFA, Apr, 2017 - Mar, 2018
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Research grant, Sophia University, Apr, 2016 - Mar, 2018
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JICA Research Institute, Case study research (Timor-Leste); principle reviewer of case study papers; first editor of the research report, Research grant, JICA Research Institute, Apr, 2015 - Mar, 2017
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Research grant, Japan MEST, Apr, 2014 - Mar, 2016
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Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research, Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (A), Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, Apr, 2009 - Mar, 2013
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Research grant, the Toyota Foundation, Apr, 2009 - Mar, 2011
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International Cooperation Initiative,” Research grant, Japan MEST, Apr, 2008 - Mar, 2009
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Research grant, Japan MEXT, Apr, 2006 - Mar, 2009
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Research commissioned by the Foundation for Advanced Studies on International Development, Apr, 2006 - Mar, 2007
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Research grant, Japan MEST, Apr, 2004 - Mar, 2007
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Research grant, Kyushu University, 2006 - 2007
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Research Fellow, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Apr, 2004 - Mar, 2005
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Research commissioned by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Apr, 2004 - Mar, 2005
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Planner, Logistic supportSophia University, Apr 13, 2023 - Present
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Consultant, InvestigatorWorld Vision Japan, Apr 1, 2023 - Present
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OtherWorld Vision Japan, Sep 1, 2018 - Present
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OtherTokyo, Japan, 2017 - Present
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Investigator, Report authorJapan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Apr 1, 2023 - Mar 31, 2025
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PanelistEducation Cannot Wait, INEE, World Vision Japan, Jun 6, 2024
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Guest, CommentatorFolk Bernadotte Academy (FBA), Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), Stockholm, Workshop: Social cohesion in post-conflict settings, May 14, 2024 - May 15, 2024
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Logistic supportJapan Society for International Development, Apr 1, 2023 - Mar 31, 2024
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Consultant, Logistic support, Investigatorワールドビジョン・ジャパン, Feb 23, 2024 - Mar 1, 2024
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Lecturer外務省、国際協力センター, Feb 16, 2024
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Other教育協力ウィーク 基礎教育セッション⑤ 紛争影響 「長期化する難民・避難民問題と日本の教育協力 」, Sep 8, 2023
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PlannerJapan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Mar 1, 2023 - Jul 31, 2023
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OtherDec 1, 2022 - Jan 31, 2023
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Other国際学術シンポジウム『「世界」に繋がるための日本語・日本語教育』台湾日語教育学会・輔仁大学共催, Nov 19, 2022
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CommentatorUniversity of Kobe, Oct 30, 2022
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PanelistInternational Education Cooperation Week, Sep 8, 2022
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PanelistJapan NGO Network for Education (JNNE), online, Jul 21, 2022
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53LecturerFu Jen Catholic University, online, Jul 4, 2022 - Jul 5, 2022 -
OtherJapan NGO Network for Education (JNNE), Jun 2, 2022 - Jun 3, 2022
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LecturerPeace and Resilience Building in Education from Educational Policies and Course Perspectives: The Experience from Japan, Peace and Resilience Building in Education from Educational Policies and Course Perspectives: The Experience from Japan, May 26, 2022
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OtherJapan Education Society, Japan Society of Comparative Education and Society of International Development, Mar 24, 2022
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OtherJapan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Feb 5, 2022
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PanelistSophia University, Symposium (Hyflex Webinar), Jan 30, 2022
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OtherSophia University Human Resource Development Center (SHRIC), Apr, 2019 - Jul 31, 2021
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OtherWorld Vision Japan/Jordan/International, Jun 30, 2021
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OtherToho University, FD, Feb 24, 2021
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OtherShinjuku UNESCO Association, Jan 30, 2021
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OtherJapan Platform (JPF), 2020 - 2021
Media Coverage
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東洋経済オンライン, Dec 3, 2020
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Yomiuri Newspaper, Sep 4, 2020
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東洋経済オンライン, Feb 4, 2020
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読売新聞オンライン, Feb 3, 2020
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日本経済新聞, Jun 21, 2017
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聖教新聞, 2017
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西日本新聞, Apr 24, 2015
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毎日新聞、インタビュー記事（全5回）, Feb, 2009
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朝日新聞, Feb 2, 2008
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西日本新聞, Apr, 2007
Other
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2020 - PresentParticipating and providing feedback to the research presentations by graduate students of multiple universities in Japan
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Apr, 2013 - PresentOnline joint seminars with George Washington University, USA; SAG Institute of Higher Learning, Taunggyi, Myanmar, Loyola Marymount University, USA; Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology, Malaysia; University of Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina; Chiang Mai University, Thailand) (2019-2021), University of Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina (Spring, 2022), Loyola Marymount University, USA (Fall, 2022), School of Higher Education of Paula Frassinetti, Porto, Portugal (Fall, 2022), Ukraine Catholic University (Spring & Fall, 2023 ), Chiang Mai University, Thailand (Fall, 2023)
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Feb, 2024 - Feb, 2024教育学科生（２～４年生）7名および、専攻在籍生２名（修士・博士）を引率し、ミャンマー難民・移民の教育をテーマにタイ・チェンマイ大学学部生８名との協働学習・調査（メ―ソットを実施（現地１週間、COIL前後２回）。
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Journal manuscript reviewer: International Journal of International Cooperation in Education, Japan Society of International Development, JICA Research Institute Working Papers, Educational Policy Analysis Archives、Asian Polics & Policy, European Education, International Journal of Educational Development, International Review of Education, Journal of Youth Studies, etc. Grant reviewer: Dubai Cares, Sophia University research grants, etc Grant proposal review: Dubai Cares, Sophia University research grants, etc
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