Assc.prof. Masashi Asakura

Masashi Asakura is an assistant professor at the University of Tsukuba. His research focuses on teacher education and educational administration, with a particular emphasis on teacher professional development, learning, and teacher-led lesson studies. His research also involves fieldwork in schools and collaboration with teachers. Recently, he published Asakura, M. (2025). Extracurricular Club Activities in Transition: Debate Over Teachers’ Roles. In: Ida, Y., et al. Human Diversity and Educational Equity in Japan. Springer, Singapore, pp.39-56.