HIS 3852 - Modernization And Westernization in Asia

Institution:

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Subject:

History

Description:

3 hours; 3 credits The year 1800 serves as the point of departure for the course. The major problem dealt with is what has been termed the "response to the West." Using a comparative topical approach,the course examines how the West affected East Asia; why Japan succeeded in rapid industrialization; and why China is still in the process. Among topics dealt with are the Restoration movements, revolutions vs. evolution, imperialism, democracy in the Asian setting, and the rise of communism. Prerequisites: Tier II in history and ENG 2150 or departmental permission.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.baruch.cuny.edu

Phone Number:

(646) 312-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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