Course Details
Country:
Japan
Institution:
Waseda University
Course Title:
Summer Session (History I) 01
Course Number:
HISA141L
Course Description:
This historical survey and area studies course introduces class participants to selected issues and developments in contemporary Japan. It studies the crucial debates, challenges and trends that have shaped the Japanese history, including developmental history, natural disaster recovery, environmental perspectives, demographics, culture and society. It does not pretend to be comprehensive but utilizes these selected issues to motivate class participants to analyze critically contemporary Japan from eclectic perspectives. Two focused cases studies, the Great East Japan Earthquake recovery as well as the demographic transition in Japan, will be discussed in the course. Embedded in the course are field trips and video presentation for the experiential learning experience.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
HIST L357
Attachment Files:
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