Course Description

In this lecture we will learn about the History and culture of the Asian regions. In this semester, we will learn about the formation process of various "Traditional Society and Culture" in East Asia centering on China before the 19th century. In addition, we aim to acquire a viewpoint to understand the various problems of the modern world, together with historical backgrounds of the past.

Course Objectives

The students should learn basic knowledge such as geography, nature, ethnicity, religion, etc. in the Asian region, and should understand the relationship with the ecological environment and each region's "characteristics" in Asian "pre-modern history", and aim to be able to explain the relationship with contemporary problems.

Grading Policy

Evaluate from final exams(50%) and the normal score (50%).
The normal point is judged from the LMS issue performance status and occasional mini reports, etc.
Explanation and commentary on LMS test will be done by presenting the relevant part of the textbook and References.

Textbook and Reference

Requirements(Assignments)

Lectures are conducted on the premise that the basic facts are confirmed, and there are many conceptual explanations such as the framework, flow, and causality. As for the basic items, please read the relevant part of the outline and prepare beforehand (About 30min to 1h). After the class, it is essential to review the contents of the explanation and the relevant sections of the briefing book, summarize them, and deepen your understanding by reading the references introduced. As the class progresses, a quiz using the LMS is set up and added to the grade evaluation, so a certain amount of time is required for review (About 1h.).
Details will l tell you the specific method at the first class.

Note

In addition to distributing materials, this lecture is sometimes conducted using PowerPoint. It is essential for students to learn voluntarily, such as by reading reference materials introduced in class outside of class hours.
In the classroom, please take off your hat, refrain from using electronic devices such as smartphones, and refrain from talking so as not to disturb the lecture.

Schedule