An Interactive Study of International Online Collaboration Between Spanish and Moroccan Universities

Abstract

This chapter describes a cooperative study that looked at the effects of online international collaboration on intercultural and academic development, conducted by universities in Morocco and Spain. It is designed to determine how cross-cultural initiatives affect students' academic development and intercultural competency. It involved 200 students and examined issues including time zones and technological differences while assessing the efficacy of online cooperation through a mixed-methods approach that includes questionnaires, interviews, and content analysis. The theoretical framework emphasizes mutual understanding and the role of technology in removing obstacles. It borrows from theories of collaborative learning and intercultural communication. Initial results demonstrate beneficial effects on communication and cultural understanding, highlighting the need of cross-cultural education in developing globally competent pupils in the face of growing digital interconnection.