Description
An exploration of the main political and cultural themes in the history of modem China from the late Ming Dynasty to the present day. Topics will include exploring the notion of modernity; the fall of the Ming and Qing Dynasties; the Western imperialist challenge; nationalism; the development of communism; the Second World War and Civil War; the Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution; and, after Mao’s death, the economic liberalization of the economy. Concludes with an examination of China in the years after Tiananmen Square.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Students demonstrate an understanding of the distinctive features, history, institutions, economy, society, culture, etc. of modern China
- Students demonstrate an understanding of factual knowledge about the course of modern Chinese and Asian history, leading to an establishment of a frame of reference
- Students demonstrate understanding as to how and why present political, societal and cultural developments are taking place; in addition to what the future may hold in store for this region as it interacts with the rest of the world as a modern society
Prerequisites
3 semester hours of history.
Semester
Special Rotation