KSCB175 Taiwan: A Contested Democracy under Threat

Filozofická fakulta
jaro 2025
Rozsah
1/1. 4 kr. Ukončení: k.
Vyučováno kontaktně
Vyučující
Lev Nachman, Ph.D. (přednášející), Mgr. Bc. Denisa Hilbertová, M.A. (zástupce)
Garance
Mgr. et Mgr. Dušan Vávra, Ph.D.
Seminář čínských studií – Centrum asijských studií – Filozofická fakulta
Kontaktní osoba: Mgr. Bc. Denisa Hilbertová, M.A.
Dodavatelské pracoviště: Seminář čínských studií – Centrum asijských studií – Filozofická fakulta
Rozvrh
Út 22. 4. 10:00–11:40 B2.32, 14:00–17:40 B2.32, St 23. 4. 10:00–11:40 B2.32, 14:00–17:40 B2.32, Čt 24. 4. 10:00–11:40 B2.32, 14:00–17:40 B2.32, Pá 25. 4. 10:00–11:40 B2.32
Předpoklady
KSCA028 Dějiny moderní Číny || KSCB005 Dějiny a Taiwanu || KSCB008 Současný Taiwan
Omezení zápisu do předmětu
Předmět je nabízen i studentům mimo mateřské obory.
Předmět si smí zapsat nejvýše 15 stud.
Momentální stav registrace a zápisu: zapsáno: 8/15, pouze zareg.: 0/15, pouze zareg. s předností (mateřské obory): 0/15
Mateřské obory/plány
Cíle předmětu
Course Description: Why does Taiwan matter? What makes Taiwanese politics both unique yet critically important for the world today? What makes Taiwan’s dynamic democracy run, and what are the most pressing issues facing Taiwan today? While the possibility of a world conflict over Taiwan looms large, there is so much more to Taiwan than just geopolitical risk. Taiwan’s politics are intricate, multifaceted, and fascinating. Whether you are brand new to Taiwan or have lived in Taiwan for years, this class will be your first step into becoming an expert on Taiwan politics. The goal of this class is to make you fluent in the who, what, when, where, and why of Taiwan politics. This class is focused on contemporary politics, meaning that this will not be a deep-dive into Taiwanese history or development. Instead, we will fast-forward into focusing on today’s world and understanding how Taiwan’s democracy works today. This course has two halves: the first half is focused on learning about the every-day mechanics of Taiwanese politics. We will learn about Taiwanese democracy, how Taiwan’s democratic system works, Taiwan’s contentious relationship with China, and how Taiwan navigates its position in the world today. The second half of this class is focused on what matters most in Taiwan’s contemporary political climate today. Each week will focus on a new political issue, most of which will involve an invited speaker to present their expertise on the subject.
Výstupy z učení
Course Expectations: Each class will be broken up into two parts: lecture and discussion. I will begin each class with a lecture on that week’s readings and topic. Afterwards, we will engage in a group discussion or small group discussion covering that week’s topic. It is my role to guide and facilitate class discussions. That means I expect you to participate actively and respectfully. Active participation means contributing in a way that demonstrates a knowledge of the readings and critically engaging with other classmates’ comments. Respectful participation means being mindful and thoughtful to your classmates. We have the opportunity to learn from scholars from around the world whose perspectives, experiences, and politics will be different from our own. I expect you all to treat your classmates with the utmost respect even during moments of disagreement.
Osnova
  • Lecture 1: An Introduction to Taiwan - Taiwan: A Contested Democracy Under Threat by Jonathan Sullivan and Lev Nachman – Intro - Chapter 1: Why Taiwan Matters - Chapter 2: Taiwan’s Many Histories Taiwan Travelogue Chapter 1 by Yang Shuang-zi
  • Lecture 2: Taiwan’s Contested Status “A Touch of Green” in Taipei People by Pai Hsien-Yung Prologue, Chapters 1-7 Green Island by Shawna Yang Ryan
  • Lecture 3 : Democratization The Taiwan Voter by Christopher Achen and T.Y. Wang - Chapter 2: Who is the Taiwan Voter? - Chapter 3: Changing Boundaries: The Development of the Taiwan Voters’ Identity - Chapter 5: Issues, Political Clevages, and Party Competition in Taiwan
  • Lecture 4: Cross-Strait Relations The Taiwan Voter - Chapter 7: Cross-Strait Relations and the Taiwan Voter The Tiger Leading the Dragon: How Taiwan Propelled China’s Economic Rise by Shelley Rigger - Chapter 3: “Second Spring” Taiwan’s Traditional Manufacturing Discover Mainland China
  • Lecture 5: Taiwan’s International Position "The “One China” Framework at 50 (1972–2022): The Myth of “Consensus” and Its Evolving Policy Significance." By Liff, Adam P., and Dalton Lin. The China Quarterly Exposing the PRC’s Distortion of UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 to Press its Claim Over Taiwan – Bonnie Glaser and Jacques deLisle https://www.gmfus.org/news/exposing-prcs-distortion-un-general-assembly-resolution-2758-press-its-claim-over-taiwan
  • Lecture 6: US-Taiwan Relations US-Taiwan relations: will China's challenge lead to a crisis? By Ryan Hass, Bonnie Glaser, and Richard Bush 2023 - Chapter 2: US-Taiwan Relations from 2016 to Present - Chapter 3: Charting the Future of US-Taiwan Relations Why ‘Strategic Ambiguity’ Trumps Strategic Clarity on Taiwan by Michael Clark and Matthew Sussex https://rusi.org/explore-our-research/publications/commentary/why-strategic-ambiguity-trumps-strategic-clarity-taiwan ‘Strategic Ambiguity’ Has the U.S. and Taiwan Trapped by Raymond Kuo https://foreignpolicy.com/2023/01/18/taiwan-us-china-strategic-ambiguity-military-strategy-asymmetric-defense-invasion/
  • Lecture 7: What does War Look Like? “The Chinese Invasion Threat” By Ian Easton, Chapters 3, 4, 5 “Has China’s Taiwan Policy Failed? And If So, What Next?” By Shelley Rigger in Jonathan Sullivan and Chun-Yi Lee, eds., A New Era in Democratic Taiwan: Trajectories and Turning Points in Politics and Cross-Strait Relations, pp. 142-155.
  • Lecture 8: Environmental Politics in Taiwan
  • Lecture 9: Migration and Immigration in Taiwan
  • Lecture 10: Movement Parties in Taiwan
Výukové metody
Requirements: Each class will require a set of readings on that day’s topic. Readings have been carefully selective to be as interesting and meaningful as possible. You have to read. Readings along with all assignments are mandatory. The purpose of readings is to help familiarize yourself with the scholarly literature, and also get you used to consuming research on a regular basis. Student must come to class each day with a 1-page reflection based on that day’s readings. These summaries should identify the research questions, the hypotheses, the methods used, and the results. The purpose of daily writings is to get us thinking critically about how research is conducted and our ability to neatly summarize it. Students must also include at least 2 discussion questions they have based on the day’s readings. The reflection must be printed turned in at the beginning of class to receive credit.
Metody hodnocení
Grading: There are two main grades in this class: 1) Participation 50% This includes daily reflections and questions. Reflections are not a substitution for participation. If you do not participate, you will not pass this class. Please also be mindful that participation is also about quality, not just quantity. 2) Final Exam 50% You will receive an essay prompt due at the end of the week. More details will come later in the semester. Academic integrity: In line with university guidelines, plagiarism and cheating are forbidden. I will check essays and writings for plagiarism. Cheating will be reported to the highest authority. I do not tolerate it. ChatGPT Policy: Programs like ChatGPT and similar types of AI assisted tools are great resources to ensure your writing is grammatically correct and cohesive, especially for non-native English speakers. It is ABSOLUTELY NOT a substitute for creating ideas and writing your essays. I will use online software detection to see if you are using ChatGPT to write your papers. If I suspect you are using the software, I will either require you to re-do the assignment or fail you.
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