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IREb2003 Rise of Asia

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1/1/0. 4 kr. Ukončení: zk.
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Vyučující

Mgr. Jan Polišenský, Ph.D. (přednášející), Mgr. Martin Chovančík, Ph.D. (zástupce)

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Mgr. Martin Chovančík, Ph.D.
Katedra mezinárodních vztahů a evropských studií – Fakulta sociálních studií
Kontaktní osoba: Olga Cídlová, DiS.
Dodavatelské pracoviště: Katedra mezinárodních vztahů a evropských studií – Fakulta sociálních studií

Rozvrh

Čt 18. 9. 14:00–17:40 P24b, Čt 2. 10. 14:00–17:40 P24b, Čt 16. 10. 14:00–17:40 P24b, Čt 30. 10. 14:00–17:40 P24b, Čt 13. 11. 14:00–17:40 P24b, Čt 27. 11. 16:00–19:40 U23, Čt 11. 12. 16:00–19:40 U23

Předpoklady

! IRE203 Rise of Asia && !NOW( IRE203 Rise of Asia )
To be able to read academic materials in English.

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Cíle předmětu

China, Japan, the two Koreas, and the ten ASEAN states make up what is conventionally referred to as East Asia. As a region, East Asia looms large in international politics. Four of the world’s fifteen most populous countries (China, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam) are part of this region, as do three of the world’s fifteen richest countries by nominal GDP (China, Japan, and South Korea). At the same time, international politics in East Asia is complex and highly volatile. The diplomatic crisis over Taiwan remains a persistent flashpoint. Concern about China’s growing economic and military power raises concerns over the region, but China is in the center of speculations about the opportunities for tapping “1.3 billion potential customers”. Tensions on the Korean Peninsula over North Korea’s nuclear program have the entire region on edge. If the twenty-first century really will be “The Asian Century”, as many have predicted, then it is more important than ever to understand the factors shaping regional politics. In this course, we will broadly survey contemporary East Asian politics, paying particular attention to regional security and economic development. We will also utilize some international relations theory to frame our analyses. We will begin with an examination of how bipolarity during the Cold War helped to lay the groundwork for present-day political dynamics. We will then study the origins of the “Asian miracle” of rapid development and the collapse in the 1997 Asian financial crisis. Other topics will include the emergence of the U.S. alliance system, the rise of China, the North Korea and Taiwan, the growing institutionalization of regional politics through the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and non-traditional security problems such as terrorism and human rights violations.

Výstupy z učení

By the end of this course, students will be able to: • Critically analyze and apply key concepts of the subject matter to real-world contexts. • Engage in interactive discussions, demonstrating the ability to present arguments clearly and respond constructively to diverse perspectives. • Collaborate effectively in group activities and projects using modern digital tools and platforms. • Integrate technology to support research, problem-solving, and creative expression. • Reflect on their own learning process and contribute actively to an open, discussion-based classroom environment.

Osnova

1. Asia - A Bird’s-Eye View 2. Bipolarity and the Alliance System in Cold War East Asia 3. 38thParallel Politics – Korean Peninsula 4. Asia between Russia and United States 5. China’s Relationship Status – “It’s Complicated” 6. From Defiance to Détente – Taiwan’s Diplomatic Puzzle 7. Will the Sun Also Rise? Japan’s Quest for “Normal Status” 8. Competing Visions of East Asian Order in the Post-Cold War Era 9. Non-Traditional Security Issues in Southeast Asia 10. ASEAN and the Limits of Non-Interference 11. India’s future in the Asia 12. Indian security dilemma: Pakistan 13. Final discussion

Literatura

• Holcombe, C. (2017). A History of East Asia: From the Origins of Civilization to the Twenty-First Century (2nd ed.). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
• ROGELJA, Igor a Konstantinos TSIMONIS. Belt and road : the first decade. First published. Newcastle: Agenda publishing, 2023, x, 173. ISBN 9781788212533. info

Výukové metody

Teaching Methods • Interactive Lectures: Short lectures combined with live polls, Q&A, and digital tools to actively involve students. • Seminar-style Discussions: Guided debates and peer-to-peer dialogue that encourage critical thinking and diverse viewpoints. • Technology-enhanced Learning: Use of multimedia, online simulations, and collaborative software to deepen understanding and engagement. • Case Studies & Problem-based Learning: Real-world scenarios that require students to analyze, propose solutions, and present findings.

Metody hodnocení

Midterm will be form of multiple choice and short answers. More information will be provided in class and by mail during the Session 3. The test will be on Session 4. On session 5 is extra date (for students that cannot attend the class on Session 4). Midterm test will be in class. The FINAL test will be in form of multiple choice questions and an essay question focused on the problems presented in the assigned readings and/or discussed in the lectures and seminars. Further information will be given during the lectures. Final test will be online. Through the IS.MUNI.CZ section ROPOT.

Vyučovací jazyk

Angličtina

Informace učitele

The course is taught bi-weekly. Therefore, every session will be composed of two lectures. The more detailed syllabus is available in the Information System.

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