8407001 Contemporary History

Numbering Code U-LET35 28407 LJ38 Year/Term 2022 ・ First semester
Number of Credits 2 Course Type Lecture
Target Year Target Student
Language Japanese Day/Period Wed.3
Instructor name ONOZAWA TOORU (Graduate School of Letters Professor)
Outline and Purpose of the Course The "contemporary era" has usually been considered as starting from the First World War. Though this interpretation is still prevalent, we should remember that it emerged in the mid-20th century. Looking into the issue again from the perspective of the 21st century, we may find other starting points of the "contemporary era." Based on this awareness, we will outline the development of "world history" since the 19th century through to the 21st century.
Course Goals To understand the basic historical facts and major theoretical interpretations on the development of "modern" to "contemporary" world history. To learn and understand basic ways and methodology of historical analysis and historical thinking.
Schedule and Contents 30th Summary
Evaluation Methods and Policy End-of-school exams.
Course Requirements Students who belong to the Department of Contemporary History must take Classes I and II and earn a total of 4 credits. Note that, to obtain 4 credits, you can take only 2 credits each for classes I and II.
Study outside of Class (preparation and review) Read related books by yourself, such as those introduced in the class.
Textbooks Textbooks/References Not used
References, etc. Will be introduced during class
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