CTL will host Professor Keiko Ikeda, a global expert in Virtual Exchange/Collaborative Online International Learning, for a 1 p.m. workshop on March 6, 2025. Ikeda, Executive Project Lead for the Japan Hub for Innovative Global Education (JIGE), has played a key role in expanding COIL across Asia and beyond, leading initiatives that connect faculty and students worldwide through transformative virtual learning experiences. She has been instrumental in shaping policy, building partnerships, and advancing research on international education, making her one of the most influential voices in the field today.
In the CTL session, Dr. Ikeda will provide expert insights into the state of VE/COIL globally—where it’s thriving, how universities are innovating, and why this pedagogy is reshaping international education. She’ll also share practical steps for getting started, finding the right partners, and overcoming common challenges. Whether you’re a faculty member eager to integrate VE/COIL into your courses or a TA interested in gaining experience in global learning, this is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the field’s foremost experts. Don’t miss your chance to engage with Dr. Ikeda and explore how to bring the world into your classroom. Please Register Here