Course Title:
Modern East Asia
Course Description:
Traces the development of the region from the mid-nineteenth century until the end of the twentieth century. Emphasis is on the impact of the West, the roots of nationalism, industrialization, the causes and effects of the Japanese colonial empire on the region, the American occupation of Japan, the rise of the People’s Republic of China, and wars in Korea and Vietnam. Also devoted to contemporary issues in the region.
Fall Offering:
None
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Spring Offering:
None
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Summer Offering:
None
Lab/Coreq Remarks:
Summer 1 Offering:
None
Prerequisite 1:
Summer 2 Offering:
None
Prerequisite 2:
Cross-Listed Course 1:
Prerequisite 3:
Cross-Listed Course 2:
Prerequisite 4:
Cross-Listed Course 3:
Prerequisite 5:
Cross-Listed Course 4:
Prerequisite Remarks:
Cross-Listed Course 5:
Repeatable:
N
Additional Information:
Approved course: Arts & Sciences Core-Historical/Ethical/Aesthetic