HIST 3560 - Premodern Japan

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

History

Description:

This course, exploring major themes such as the Japanese foundation myth, the development of the Yamato society, the Chinese and Korean influence on the development of Japanese civilization, the age of court aristocracy, the rise of the samurai class and its culture, will provide a better understanding of the history and development of Japanese civilization from the prehistoric period to the collapse of the Tokugawa Shogunate in 1867. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) ** Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to:1. Identify the historical significances, transformations, and themes in premodern Japan from ancient times to the collapse of the Tokugawa Shogunate. 2. Analyze the role of Shinto, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Bushido in the social, political, and cultural development of Japan and explain how the role of emperors had transformed from the early Yamato society to the Tokugawa years in terms of his political and cultural influence on the Japanese. 3. Develop the ability to critically examine primary and secondary sources and a comprehensive understanding of key scholarly debates and historical interpretations in Japan's premodern history. 4. Develop analytical writing skills in premodern Japanese history and historiography through the completion of written assessments with an emphasis on the formation of early Japan's cultural identity. 5. Develop presentation and discussion skills in premodern Japanese history and historiography through active participation in class debates, discussions, and research presentations. Prerequisite: ENGL 2010 (Grade C or higher).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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