| Course Name | Year | Term | Period | Faculty / Graduate School | All Instructors | Credits |
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| 15776:IR-ECS301 Historical Sociology of Globalization (RA) | 2022 | Spring | Wed4 | College Of International Relations | KOBAYASHI HASSALL YASUKO | 2 |
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Course Outline and Method
The period focused on by this course is from the 1830 to the 1950s. During this period, various types of international migration and mobilities (e.g. indentured labourers, religious missionaries and soldiers) were produced in the Asian and Pacific region to connect this region with the world, as well as to separate this region by means of border control of international migration implemented by Anglophone countries. The course will explore contested histories of international migration to understand many ‘Asias’ not from a settlers’ perspective but from a migrant’s perspective, and to critically question a paradigm of nation-state and a static concept of ‘Asia’.
This course consists of four parts:
1) Asia’s Age of Migration 1850-1930 (Session 2-5)
The period from the 1850s to the 1930s is Asia’s Age of Migration (Amrith, Sunil S, 2011), which produced various types of migration. During this period, which C. A. Bayly described as the “birth of the Modern World” (Bayly, 2004), imperial power and global capitalism were spread to Asia, and the region became connected to the world in a different way and on a different scale. Asia’s increased migration was the cause and result of global shifts, and connected the region to the rest of the world and also created inter-Asian connections. With the flow of labour migration, international border control begun to be implemented by many anglophone countries. This period provides contesting histories of connecting and disconnecting Asia with the rest of the world.
2) Asian Diaspora: 1850s-1930s (Session 6-8)
While well-known forms of labour mass migration such as migration by coolies (Kuli in Tamil) overwhelmingly represents migration histories in Asia, many other types of international migration occurred during this period, such as by international students, diplomats, political refugees, and religious missionaries. This happened with the spread of colonial empires, and global border control and passport systems started working on a global scale after WWI (Torpey, J. 2000). This section will cover various types of international migration traversing the region.
3) War Mobilities: 1930s – 1950s (Session 9-11)
War mobilities used to be paid less attention in the field of international migration, however, war mobilities have recently begun to be researched within that field. While WWI’s main battlefields were outside Asia, WWII saw major battlefields in Asia and the Pacific . The Japanese empire also expanded rapidly through the Asia and Pacific region after the colonial masters retreated, so that the geographic scope of people’s mobilities was unprecedented. The collapse of the Japanese empire also redrew the borders of the nation-states, which created various mobilities of people through repatriation, extradition and deportation. This section will explore such war mobilities.
4) Student Project Sessions (Session 12-15)
Students will complete a research project step by step through a project proposal, an in-class presentation and a final essay.
Level of the Course
This is an advanced and specialised history course.
Style of Classes
1) Each week consists of one lecture.
2) The lectures will provide an overview of each session and will be directly related to the assigned readings.
Methods of Feedback on Course Assignments
1) Project Proposal - Written feedback will be uploaded on manaba+R (Accessible only to the student and the course convenor).
2) Project Presentation - After each presentation, oral feedback will be provided by the course convenor and also by fellow students.
Recommended Preparatory Knowledge
It is highly recommended that students have a prior basic knowledge of Asian history. Without it, it might not readily grasp the course in a comprehensive manner.
If you are not interested in Asia and the Pacific, and in history of the region, this course is not suitable for you.
This course entails highly academic assignment tasks. Please read the syllabus carefully to determine whether this course is relevant to your academic interest.
Student Attainment Objectives
1) to understand modern history of Asia through international migration and mobilities.
2) to understand how migration and mobilities were created in Asia and in global history.
3) to be able to discuss history of various types of international migration in Asia and the Pacific.
4) to analyse history of international migration from a multifaceted and multi-dimensional perspective, without reducing it to one single factor, and to understand nuances and contestation of such histories.
Recommended Preparatory Course
Course Schedule
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- Explain the course content, assessment methods and assignment items.
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Reading
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| 2 | The background of Mass Migrations in Asia |
Reading
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| 3 | Colonialism, Global Economy and New Labour Migrants from China |
Reading
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| 4 | Replacement of African Slaves after the Banning of the Slave Trade |
Reading
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| 5 | Border Controls |
Reading
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| 6 | Beyond Mass Migrations |
Reading
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| 7 | Tokyo: Colonial Metropolis and Political Migrants |
Reading
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| 8 | Transregional Religious Journeys of Hajj |
Reading
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| 9 | War Mobilities |
Reading
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| 10 | War Brides to Australia |
Readings
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| 11 | Exodus to North Korea |
Morris-Suzuki, T. (2007). Introduction. Exodus to North Korea: Shadows from Japan's Cold War (pp.3-14). Lanham: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers.
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| 12 | Project Proposals and Scheduling of Presentations |
The lecture of this session provides instructions for writing a project proposal. The aim of writing a project proposal is to provide an initial opportunity for students to start thinking about a research topic.
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| 13 | Writing up Project Proposal |
- There will be no lecture in this session, to help ensure students have time to create a high-quality project proposal.
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| 14 | Presentation |
In this session, we will discuss students’ semester project. Your project needs to be based on your project proposal that was submitted earlier. Please do NOT present a new project.
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| 15 | Presentation |
Ditto |
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Final Essay |
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Project topic: Your essay must be based on your project proposal and project presentation. Please do not write about a totally new topic.
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Class Format
- More than half the total number of classes are to be conducted face-to-face. The remaining classes are to be conducted web-based.
- The format of the web-based classes [live-streaming or on-demand] will be announced on the manaba+R course page.
- Contact information of the course instructor will be provided on the manaba+R course page before the first class.
- The first class will be conducted entirely web-based since the number of students registered for the first class is not yet fixed.
- If the BCP Level is changed to 3 or higher during the semester, all classes are to be conducted web-based (face-to-face classes will not be conducted).
- When a student is unable to attend face-to-face classes due to any of the following conditions, web-based classes will be provided. Students who fall under this category should notify their instructor by the first class.
[Conditions for web-based follow-up]
<1> Students who are at high risk of becoming seriously ill if infected, such as those with underlying conditions or chronic illness (*).
<2> Students living with a family member who is at high risk of becoming seriously ill if infected, such as those with underlying conditions or chronic illness (*).
<3> Students who are unable to enter Japan due to international travel restrictions.
(*) If the student has an underlying condition defined by the government, such as respiratory
disease, diabetes, heart failure, etc.
[BCP Level 3 or 4]
- In principle, all classes are to be conducted web-based. The format of the web-based classes will be announced on the manaba+R course page.
- Face-to-face classes may be resumed if the BCP Level is changed to 2 or lower during the semester.
※For more information on Ritsumeikan University's BCP Level, please refer to the following URL, Point No.1 “Measures to prevent spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).”
http://en.ritsumei.ac.jp/news/detail/?id=475
Recommendations for Private Study
(2) For 2 credit courses, it is 4 hours a week outside of class. However, it is up to students to decide how much time they spend on the course preparation.
Grade Evaluation Method
| Kind | Percentage | Grading Criteria etc. |
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| Final Examination (Written) | ||
| Report Examination (A report to be submitted by the unified deadline) |
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| Exams and/or Reports other than those stated above, and Continuous Assessment (Evaluation of Everyday Performance in Class) |
100 | Class attendance 5% On-going
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Grade Evaluation Method （Note）
1) Present a well-focused and feasible project (not too broad, so as to create a well-focused project). 20%
2) Present a well summarized abstract 10%
3) Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the topic and associated literature. 15%
4) Demonstrate the ability to identify gaps in the academic literature 15%
5) Demonstrate the ability to create one or more clear, well-focused, researchable questions. 15%
6) Present methods pertinent to your question/s and explain the design of your project in a clear and logical way (data, sources, theoretical approach, methodological techniques to interpret and analyse data/sources). 10%
7) Present a clear, logical and effective structure. 10%
8) Present a pertinent title to represent the project 3%
9) Reference and cite in line with current professional standards. 2%
II. Marking Criteria for Presentation (Total 100%)
Delivery 1) Effective use of time 10%
2) Stay within allocated time 10%
3) Respond well to questions 10%
Contents 1) Clear structure 14%
2) Adequate amount of background argument 14%
3) Effective question/s and argument/s 14%
4) Methods and Analyses pertinent to questions 14%
5) Tentative conclusion/s – logically drawn from your analysis 14%
III. Marking Criteria for Essay (Total 100%)
1) Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the topic and associated literature. 11%
2) Demonstrate ability to synthesize literature. 11%
3) Demonstrate
1) skills in situating the chosen case in a historical context (Historical contextualisation), and /or
2) skills in elucidating concepts and using them in conducting analysis. 11%
4) Present clear, focused and incisive research question/s or issue/s and address them directly. 11%
5) Demonstrate ability to integrate one’s own approach within the wider literature. 11%
6) Demonstrate ability to analyse primary and secondary sources. 10%
7) Use persuasive, accurate and pertinent evidence that convinces reader to accept main argument/s. 10%
8) Maintain your argument consistently throughout your work. 10%
9) Draw convincing and logical conclusion/s 10%
10) Cite and reference in line with current professional standards. 5%
Notes: Before submission of your essay, please check your essay for plagiarism by using Turnitin. If Turnitin states that your essay contains more than 20% of plagiarised material, you will receive F for the essay. Therefore if Turnitin shows a percentage of 20% or above, please revise the essay before your submission.
Advice to Students on Study and Research Methods
Textbooks
Textbooks （Frequency of Use, Note）
Reference Books
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN Code | Comment |
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| Title Author Publisher ISBN Code Comment Migration and Diaspora in Modern Asia | Sunil S. Amrith | Cambridge University Press | 978-0-521-72702-0 |
Reference Books （Frequency of Use, Note）
Web Pages for Reference
How to Communicate with the Instructor In and Out of Class(Including Instructor Contact Information)
Other Comments
- Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the total possible mark per working day.
- An assessment item submitted after the due date will be penalised. The mark will be reduced by 5% of the total possible mark for the assessment item, for each working day that the item is late. A working day will be defined as Monday to Friday.
- Assessment items submitted more than 10 working days after the due date will be awarded zero marks.
- If you need an extension (e.g., medical, family or personal circumstances, employment-related circumstances, unavoidable commitments), please contact the course convenor before the deadline.
- For medical reasons, a medical certificate signed by a registered medical or dental practitioner needs to be submitted to the course convenor.
- Medical reasons: the maximum period an extension will be granted for on medical grounds is 14 calendar days, subject to each case.
- Family bereavement: the maximum period an extension will be granted for bereavement is 14 calendar days, subject to each case.
- Other personal, professional or exceptional circumstances: the maximum period an extension will be granted for is 2 calendar days.
- Student Support: http://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/ssr/en/kokoro/
http://en.ritsumei.ac.jp/health/medical/
◆Internship
- Please email the course convenor to provide the details of your internship schedule so students’ absence can be taken into consideration, since the course recognises the significance of internships for students’ future careers.
- Schedule and length of internship varies so that consideration will be given case by case.
◆Information regarding Academic Skills
1) Reading and Note-taking
Students are expected to read the assigned reading/s prior to the course lectures. Ability to read complex and abstract academic literature is essential for students at the tertiary level. Please see the website below for you to improve your reading and note-taking skills.
https://www.anu.edu.au/files/guidance/Reading%20and%20Note-taking%20Strategies%202021%20S2.pdf
2) Presentation
Presenting your project in an academic and effective manner is difficult, however, it is important for tertiary students. To make a listen-worthy presentation, please see the website below and learn what an effective academic presentation is. https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/writing-assessment/presentations
3) Referencing
This course deems citing and referencing to be imperative for academic practice and students at the tertiary level must possess skills for citing and referencing. However, if you have not managed to master these skills yet, please learn and master them. Here are several very useful links for you to understand the significance of citing and referencing and also for you to practice them.
Why does it matter?: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/why-it-matters
Using sources: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/using-sources
Referencing: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/referencing
4) Academic Writing
Academic writing entails creating specific types of documents, and this course requires more than simple academic essay writing as part of the assignment tasks. Please see the useful websites listed below and have a good understanding about what academic writing is
ANU Essay writing booklet: https://www.anu.edu.au/files/guidance/Essay%20Writing%20Booklet%20%28FINAL%29%20Web%20Version.pdf
ANU Workshop slides for Essay Writing: https://www.anu.edu.au/files/guidance/EWB%20pdf%20reduced%20v2.pdf
5) Summarising and paraphrasing
https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/using-sources/summarising-and-paraphrasing
https://www.student.unsw.edu.au/paraphrasing-summarising-and-quoting
6) Turnitin
https://www.anu.edu.au/students/academic-skills/academic-integrity/turnitin
URL:http://www.ritsumei.ac.jp//students/pathways-future/course/curriculum.html