Abdoul-Karim SOUBEIGA

Research Interest:

  • Economics of Education, Education Policy and Planning, Education Development, Access and Quality of Basic Education, and Education in Displacement

Education:

  • PhD student, Graduate School of International Cooperation Studies, Kobe University (Expected Oct. 2026)
  • Master of Economics, Graduate school of International Cooperation Studies, Kobe University (September 2023)
  • Research Student, Graduate School of International Cooperation Studies (GSICS), Kobe University, Japan (October 2020 – September 2021)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Anglophones Studies, Ouagadougou University, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso (June 2014)

Experiences:

  •  Institutional Knowledge Management Consultant UNICEF/ECW (March 2024 – Present)
  •  UNICEF/ECW Grant Management Intern (January 2023 – July 2023)
  •  United Nations Volunteers Program, UNICEF (June 2022- July 2022)
  •  Basic English Teacher at Catholic Junior High School Saint Gabriel of Dédougou,
    Burkina Faso (September 2017 – February 2020)
  •  Basic English Teacher at Catholic Junior High School Sainte Cécile of Dédougou,
    Burkina Faso (October 2016 – August2017)

Publications:

  • B. Sanfo, J., Soubeiga, A., & Yusuf, S. (2022). Linguistic diversity and students’ reading achievements in developing countries: A hierarchical linear model analysis using PISA-D data. Educational Role of Language Journal, 2022-1(7), 20-31. https://doi.org/10.36534/erlj.2022.01.02

Academic Associations:

  • Japan Society for International Development (JASID)
  • Japan Society for Africa Educational Research (JSAER)

Academic Conference Presentation:

  • Soubeiga, A. “Teacher Qualification and Primary School Students’ Learning Achievements in Burkina Faso” Paper presented at the International Development Forum (IEDF) 2022, Online, October 2022.
  • Soubeiga, A. “Teacher Qualification and Primary School Students’ Learning Achievements in Burkina Faso” Poster presented at the 30th Japan Society for Africa Education Research (JSAER), Online, September 2022
  • Soubeiga, A. “Teacher Quality and Primary School Students’ Learning Assessment in Burkina Faso” The 32nd Japan Society for International Development Annual Conference, Kanazawa University, November, 2021.
  • Soubeiga, A. “An Analysis of Teacher Effectiveness and Primary School Students’ Learning Achievement in Burkina Faso.” Proposal presented during the 27th Japan Society for African Education Research (JSAER), Conference, Osaka University, April, 2021.

Language/ Skills:

  • French (Native), English (Fluent), Japanese (Basic), Hausa (Native)
  • Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, CRAFT, JotForm), STATA

Message to Potential Candidates to Ogawa Seminar

I am honored and privileged to be a student of Professor Ogawa. What strikes me most is the strong bond among fellow students and between us and our supervisor, Professor Ogawa. Proactiveness is emphasized by the Professor, and each student strives to contribute their best and support one another. Learning becomes a seamless experience when surrounded by supportive classmates, distinguished doctoral students, and a Professor who consistently provides invaluable guidance for self-improvement. Additionally, Professor Ogawa facilitates numerous opportunities for networking with his former students who are now employed by various international organizations, offering prospects for internships.

Since joining Professor Ogawa’s seminar, I have gained a wealth of knowledge and continue to refine my skills. To prospective candidates interested in education development, economics of education, and international cooperation, do not hesitate, I have no doubt that you will find fulfillment in joining Professor Ogawa’s seminar.