Dhaka, Aug 22 (V7N) – The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) successfully conducted an overseas training program for Japanese teachers in Bangladesh from August 5 to 13, aiming to deepen cross-cultural understanding and encourage stronger Japan-Bangladesh cooperation through education.

The “Overseas Training for Teachers,” organized by JICA, brought a group of Japanese educators to Bangladesh for a week-long visit designed to expose them to the realities of the education system and development context in a developing country. The initiative, which has been running for over four decades, is part of JICA’s broader commitment to fostering international understanding through education.

Participants engaged with various educational institutions, including government-run and NGO-supported schools, international institutions, the University of Dhaka, the Directorate of Primary Education, and teacher training centers. They also visited the Kumon learning center, cultural and sports venues, and JICA-supported public health and community development projects.

During these visits, the teachers observed teaching methods, school environments, administrative systems, and community-based educational practices. The program provided a firsthand look at Bangladesh’s efforts to improve literacy, inclusive learning, and primary education outreach.

One participating teacher noted, “We visited places we would never typically have access to. It opened our eyes to different educational models and has inspired us to incorporate global perspectives into our own classrooms in Japan.”

Many participants expressed a renewed interest in strengthening people-to-people and educational ties between Japan and Bangladesh. They acknowledged the importance of sharing lessons learned in Bangladesh with their students back home to promote global citizenship and cultural empathy.

The training is part of a year-long program that includes preparatory sessions in Japan, an overseas immersion, and follow-up reporting and application in Japanese classrooms. Participants are expected to develop new teaching materials and implement them to enhance international awareness among students.

JICA has long positioned educators as vital contributors to international cooperation and global understanding. Through initiatives like this, it aims to encourage future generations in Japan to think globally and act responsibly as members of an interconnected world.

For further details about the program, interested parties can contact:
Ms. Erina Mahmud (Public Relations) – [email protected]

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