17 543 - Japanese Politics and Society

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Description:

Lectures, seminar discussion, small-team case studies, and web page construction exercises shed light on contemporary Japan. Focus on four substantive topics: politics and history, economy and technology, education and the workplace, and community/civil society. 17.543 requires assigned additional readings, two short papers, and a final exam.

Credits:

2.00

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Prerequisites:

Prereq: None

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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