Course Details
Country:
Thailand
Institution:
Mahidol University International College
Course Title:
Identity Politics and Social Movements in Asia
Course Number:
ICIR 233
Course Description:
This course outlines theories on identity and social movements in order to understand contemporary identity politics in Asia. Various identity issues are covered, with a particular focus on the emergence of ethnic majorities and minorities. The course also discusses theories on intersectionality of gender, ethnic, class and religious identities. The course also looks into the mobilization of some identity groups into social and political movements.
Ethnicity in relationship to language, religion, ‘race’, and culture. Ethnic groups in Southeast Asia. Minorities and majorities in the various Southeast Asian states. Political and cultural issues. The development of national identity. Students will assess; analyze; examine; memory; ethnic groups; minorities in Asia.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
GOVT 398, GOVT 329
Attachment Files:
ICIR_233.pdf
