Understdg Chinese Culture/Soc

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Understanding Chinese Culture and Society (3) What do the terms culture, China, and Chinese mean in discussions of Chinese culture? This course introduces Chinese culture and society from both historical and comparative perspectives, helping students better understand the change and continuity of Chinese culture as well as the complexity and dynamism of Chinese society. Students critically examine recent developments in China through explorations of essential subjects, from China's politics, economy, and international relations to literature and pop culture. Via an informed inquiry of China's past, students make better sense of its present and explore where China may be headed in the future. AU Core Habits of Mind: Cultural Inquiry. Note: Language of Instruction: English.