IR/Asia 163

  Schedule  

• Where:

  Maginnes Hall, Room 290

• When:

  Mon/Wed/Fri, 9:10-10:00 a.m.

  Course Description  

Japan in world affairs, emphasizing its role in the Pacific Rim: historical background; domestic politics; foreign and security policies; relations with major powers; policies toward the Third World; and current and future issues.

  ,Requirements  

• Essay (10%)
• First term test (20%)
• Second term test (20%)
• Research proposal and outline (10%)
• Research presentation (10%)
• Research paper (30%)

 

  Reading List  

• Dean W. Collinwood, Japan and the Pacific Rim (1997)
  
• Research Papers (28)
• Additional Readings:
  • Mark Borthwick. Pacific Century, Boulder:Westview, 1998; pp.254-261.
  • William W. Grimes, in Great Decisions '99, New York:Foreign Policy Association, 1998; pp. 31-41.
  • Lewis D. Hayes. Introduction to Japanese Politics, New York:Paragon, 1992; pp.12-48.
  • Yoshihide Ishiyama, in The World Today, London:RIAA, January, 1999; pp. 17-19.
  • Edwin O. Reischauer & Marius B. Jansen. The Japanese Today, Cambridge, Mass:Harvard, 1995; pp.3-36, 395-443.

 

  Methodology  

Although it presupposes no prior study of Japan, this course is oriented toward original research on the part of the student. A short essay and a research proposal will enhance the student's analytical and writing skills. A substantial research paper (preceded by a detailed outline) will further allow the student to develop his/her research, organizational and writing abilities. An oral presentation, based on a largely completed research paper, will enable the student to conduct an effective class session. Combined, these elements will constitute an academic experience that will enhance the student's overall intellectual and professional abilities.