HIS 212 - History of Central Asia

Institution:

Long Island University-C W Post Campus

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Description:

This course offers an introduction to history and culture of Central Asia. The class will survey the effects of Russian colonization, the region's relationship with the Turkish peoples of the Middle East and the emergence of the modern states of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan. The course will also explore the challenges of the present day and the roles played by oil, cotton, war and terrorism in shaping contemporary Central Asian society.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.liu.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 299-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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