Special Topics in Political Science (390-0-35)

Topic

The Politics of East Asia

Instructors

Saera Lee

Meeting Info

University Library 5722: Tues 1:00PM - 3:50PM

Overview of class

This course, by surveying the East Asian countries, aims to provide students with an overview of the history and current relations in East Asia, ranging from (South) Korea to Malaysia and Indonesia.

A larger share of the course will be focused on Korea, Japan and China than on their smaller neighbors. The first half of the course will be devoted to reviewing the relations of Korea, Japan and China while the second half will cover other countries. We will examine issues affecting the region as a whole, such as the issues of territorial conflicts and economic integration in East Asia.

Registration Requirements

Recommended pre-requisite:

POLI_SCI 240-0 Introduction to International Relations

Learning Objectives

By the end of the quarter, students will understand the intertwined history of East Asian countries, how this history affects current relations, and the issues over which East Asian countries are in conflict and cooperation.

Teaching Method

Discussion based seminar

Evaluation Method

Class participation: 20%
Memo on readings: 20%
Presentation: 10%
Research paper: 50%