History 218 - Modern Korea CA,EW

Institution:

Hiram College

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Description:

This course is focused on the Korean experience in the 20th century. Korea's ancient roots and the occupation of the country by Japan will form the first week of the course. The second week examines the Korea's pivotal role in the Cold War, which witnessed further foreign occupation, division of the country, and the devastating Korean War. The las week of the course will probe at prospects of divided Korea, seeking to understand the North Korean psychoses as Juxtaposed with the vibrant South Koreans and Korean-Americans.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.HIRAM.EDU

Phone Number:

(330) 569-3211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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