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To examine how flipped learning affects students' perceptions, engagement, and academic performance in an English course at a Japanese university.

April 1, 2026Open Access

Exploring the Impact of Flipped Learning in the Japanese English Language Classroom

Key Points

To examine how flipped learning affects students' perceptions, engagement, and academic performance in an English course at a Japanese university.
Conducted a pilot study in a Japanese university
Involved 76 first-year nursing students
Focused on a 15-week general English course
Analyzed student perceptions, engagement levels, and performance outcomes
Students showed positive perceptions of flipped learning
Engagement generally increased over the duration of the course
Observed a slight correlation between engagement and improved performance on assignments and tests

Abstract

This pilot study investigates the implementation of fl ipped learning in a Japanese university setting, specifi cally within an English language course. It focuses on three main areas: studentsʼ perceptions of fl ipped learning, their adherence to this teaching approach, and its impact on academic performance. The study involved 76 fi rst-year nursing students enrolled in a 15-week general English course. Overall, results indicated positive student perceptions, varying engagement that generally increased over time, and a slight correlation between engagement in flipped learning and improved performance outcomes on assignments and tests.

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