History of Eastern Civ

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This course is a survey of the history of East Asian countries and will address the social, cultural, political, economic and technical progress of China, Japan, Vietnam, and Korea from the beginning of recorded history to the present. This course will explore the development of philosophical and religious ideas, the influence of China upon neighboring countries, and the relationship between these countries and the West in the modern era. This course is intended to prepare students to continue their studies in a full spectrum of social science curriculums.