ast2iji introduction to asia japan and indonesia
INTRODUCTION TO ASIA: JAPAN AND INDONESIA
AST2IJI
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you are introduced to two of Australia's Asian neighbours, Japan and Indonesia. To ensure a systematic approach, the subject focuses on how countries are run (government), how people connect with each other (society) and how people perceive themselves and how outsiders perceive them (culture). The subject is both contemporary and historical, and examines pre-European history, the impact of European imperialists and the condition of these countries today. With AST1IIC (Introduction to Asia: India and China), you will be prepared for more detailed study of Asia and for further study in Politics, History, Sociology and Anthropology. You will learn the foundations of knowledge required to study Asian languages, in particular Japanese and Indonesian. This subject addresses La Trobe's Global Citizenship Essential. Global Citizenship entails deep appreciation of how we live in an interconnected world, being able to recognize the global context of concepts, act across cultures and boundaries, and work with diverse communities now and in the future.
SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorKaori Okano
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsPOL1IJI
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsCore subject at first-year level for an Asian studies major
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
A History of Modern Indonesia since c.1200
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorRicklefs, M.C.
Year2001
Edition/Volume3rd Edition
PublisherBASINGSTOKE: PALGRAVE
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The emergence of modern Japan
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorHunter, J.
Year1989
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherLONGMAN
ISBNN/A
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Cambridge companion to modern Japanese culture
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorSugimoto, Y.
Year2009
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherCAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS
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Routledge handbook of contemporary Indonesia
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorHefner, R.W.
Year2018
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherRoutledge
ISBNN/A
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Introduction to Japanese society
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorSugimoto, Y.
Year2010
Edition/Volume4th edition
PublisherCAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS
ISBNN/A
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorKaori Okano
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Group presentation (800-word equivalent)Team work is assessed by each group submitting a journal which records collaborative meeting and works. When submitted, it will have signatures from all members. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4 |
Written assessments (2300-word equivalent)1 x long essay (1500 words) and 1 x short essay (800 words)These assessment will test the students' capacity to apply their knowledge and critical perspectives in developing argument. | N/A | N/A | No | 60 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Weekly online quizzes (800 word equivalent)This assessment will test the students' capacity to apply their knowledge and critical perspectives. | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO4 |