Social movements have played an important role in the dramatic social, economic, and political transformations of the postwar era. In this course, we will explore social movements in postwar Japanese society, including women’s movements, movements of handicapped people, ethnic minorities, and consumers and movements concerned with environmental problems. Readings will focus on theories of social movements and collective action, as well as on case studies. The course will also aim to develop students’ skills in comparative analysis (through reference to Dutch social movements) and social scientific analysis.
Rooster
see: rooster
Onderwijsvorm
werkcollege
Leerdoelen
In addition to developing a theoretically informed perspective on social movements in postwar Japan, the course will also provide guidance on academic writing and research, and the presentation of ideas and arguments in oral and written form.
Literatuur
The course reader
Toetsing
Participation element (attendance and presentation): 30%, Analytical element (mid term essay, 1,000-1,500 words) 20%, Research element (Research paper 2,000-2,500 words) 30%, Summative element (exam) 20%
Informatie
Mw. Dr. M. Kato, m.kato@hum.leidenuniv.nl
Aanmeld- en inschrijfprocedure colleges en tentamens: http://www.hum.leidenuniv.nl/japans/studenten/aanmeldingsprocedure.jsp
Blackboard/webpagina
Blackboard plays an essential part in this course. All important information about the course, including the syllabus, course requirements, and other information, except for the course readings, will be available on the course website. As part of class participation, students will also be required to make weekly postings on the Blackboard website. Internet access is therefore essential in order to complete this course.
Ingangseisen
Entry requirements
For Japanese majors, students should normally have followed at least one BA2 focus in Sociology or a related discipline. For students outside of the Japanese program, some background in anthropology or sociology as well as knowledge of Japanese history is useful but not required.
Students who have not followed related social science courses in the past, or who are not sure whether they are eligible should contact the instructor directly to ask for permission to enroll in the course.