History
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This was an overall confusing class to be in, and the workload was exhausting at times. She loved putting people into group work every week, on top of the work you had to do for the discussion period. The discussion period just felt like a second lecture, we had a presentation for that section as well. We have two presentations in total, a major group assignment at the end, mini group assignments, and three essays. She was snarky towards the end of the term, at one point telling us most of the class wasn’t reaching their full potential.
This was an overall confusing class to be in, and the workload was exhausting at times. She loved putting people into group work every week, on top of the work you had to do for the discussion period. The discussion period just felt like a second lecture, we had a presentation for that section as well. We have two presentations in to …Read more
very fast paced class, but the professor is very open to sharing presentation material and helping students succeed in class. A lot of readings but manageable, and the discussions were always a good way to end the week.
History of Modern Japan: 1850–1945 is a richly detailed and intellectually engaging course that examines Japan’s transformation from a feudal society to a modern imperial power. Covering key events like the Meiji Restoration, industrialization, colonial expansion, and World War II, the course provides a nuanced understanding of how internal reform and external pressures shaped modern Japan. The professor combines political, cultural, and social history, using a mix of primary sources and scholarly texts to help students explore not just what happened, but why it mattered—both for Japan and for the broader world. Discussions often draw connections between historical developments and contemporary issues in East Asia. Assignments typically include source analyses, research papers, and in-class discussions. The workload is fair, and students often appreciate how the course challenges Western-centric narratives of modernization and empire. Highly recommended for history majors, Asian studies students, or anyone interested in global modernity from a non-Western perspective.
History of Modern Japan: 1850–1945 is a richly detailed and intellectually engaging course that examines Japan’s transformation from a feudal society to a modern imperial power. Covering key events like the Meiji Restoration, industrialization, colonial expansion, and World War II, the course provides a nuanced understanding of how i …Read more