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HIST 231

Introduction to East Asian History

History College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Major themes in the history, thought, and culture of Asian societies from antiquity to the present.

When Taught

Fall

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Critical Analysis

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to analyze historical arguments.

Title

Historical Knowledge of Asia

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to explain and analyze the major political, economic, and social developments in the history of China, Korea, and Japan from antiquity to the present

Title

Research Literature

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to analyze and interpret primary source documents.

Title

Critical Interpretation

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to interpret and discuss the meaning and significance of historical events on contemporary identity and foreign relations.