HIST 242 - Civilizations of Asia II

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Windward Community College

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Catalog Description A survey course focusing on the changes/development of the major civilizations of East Asia, South and Southeast Asia from the Sixteenth Century to the present. Particular emphasis placed on an analysis of representative Asian societies, the Asian response to the West, and Asian nationalism. (3 hrs. lect.) Student Learning Outcomes Identify important individuals and events in modern Asian history, i.e. demonstrate historical literacy. Describe cause and effect relationships in history. Order chronologically significant events in modern Asian history. Describe modern Asian historical processes (e.g. human migration, disease, ecological imperialism, de-colonization, industrialization, nationalism, etc.). Acquire a sense of historical perspective. Demonstrate an understanding of historical concepts as they relate to historical issues and events in Asia during the past five centuries. Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To WCC Associate in Arts: DH Resources Asia Current Syllabus none currently available Past Syllabi None

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

windward.hawaii.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 235-7400

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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