教學大綱 Syllabus

科目名稱：中亞專題研究

Course Name: Seminar in Central Asia
  • 學年學期：112-1 Fall Semester, 2023
  • 科目代碼：560007001 Course No.560007001

修別：必

Type of Credit: Required

3.0

學分數

Credit(s)

7

預收人數

Number of Students

課程資料Course Details
  • 開課單位：中東亞一、中東亞二 Course Department:Master Program in Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies/M/1&2
  • 授課老師：艾彌拉 Instructor: Tasbas Aymira
  • 先修科目：無Prerequisite(N/A)
  • 上課時間：三234 Session: wed09-12

課程簡介Course Description

This graduate course on the culture of Central Asian Turkic peoples aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the region. Through a multidisciplinary approach, students will explore topics such as language, literature, folklore, music, art, cuisine, religion, and social issues, among others. They will examine the historical, political, and social contexts that have shaped the region's culture and identity, as well as the ways in which cultural traditions have evolved and adapted over time. Additionally, students will gain insights into contemporary issues affecting the region and explore efforts to preserve and promote its cultural heritage. The course aims to equip students with a nuanced and comprehensive understanding of Central Asia and its peoples.

核心能力分析圖 Core Competence Analysis Chart

能力項目說明

    課程目標與學習成效Course Objectives & Learning Outcomes

    Course Objectives:

    • To provide students with an in-depth understanding of the cultural heritage of Central Asian Turkic peoples
    • To examine the historical, political, and social contexts that have shaped the region's culture and identity
    • To explore the ways in which cultural traditions have evolved and adapted over time
    • To analyze contemporary issues affecting the region and efforts to preserve and promote its cultural heritage
    • To equip students with a nuanced and comprehensive understanding of Central Asia and its peoples

    Learning Outcomes:

    • Students will be able to critically analyze and interpret cultural texts, such as literature, music, and art, from Central Asia
    • Students will gain a thorough understanding of the historical and political context that has shaped the region's culture and identity
    • Students will be able to identify and explain the significance of cultural practices and traditions in Central Asia
    • Students will develop an understanding of the contemporary issues affecting the region and the efforts being made to address them
    • Students will be able to articulate a nuanced and comprehensive understanding of Central Asia and its peoples.

    每周課程進度與作業要求 Course Schedule & Requirements

    教學週次Course Week 彈性補充教學週次Flexible Supplemental Instruction Week 彈性補充教學類別Flexible Supplemental Instruction Type

    Week 1: History and geography of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 2: Languages and writing systems of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 3: Religions and beliefs of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 4: Art and literature of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 5: Music and dance of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 6: Culinary culture of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 7: Family structure and social life of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 8: Agriculture and animal husbandry culture of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 9: Mid-term Exam

    Week 10: Trade and economy of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 11: Women's role and status among Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 12: Education and science among Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 13: Current issues and intercultural interactions of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 14: Sports and games of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 15: Festivals and celebrations of Central Asian Turkic peoples

    Week 16: Political systems and governance in Central Asia

    Week 17: Oral history and storytelling in Central Asia

    Week 18: Final Exam

    授課方式Teaching Approach

    50%

    講述 Lecture

    35%

    討論 Discussion

    10%

    小組活動 Group activity

    5%

    數位學習 E-learning

    0%

    其他： Others:

    評量工具與策略、評分標準成效Evaluation Criteria

    1. Presentation (20%)

    2. Mid-term exam (30%)

    3. A 2000 words essay related to the International Relations of Central Asia (45%).

    4. Attendenance (5%)

    指定/參考書目Textbook & References

    1. Abazov, Rafis: Culture and Customs of the Central Asian Republics, Westport, Greenwood (2007)
    2. Adle, Chahryar: History of Civilizations of Central Asia. Volume VI: Towards the contemporary period: from the mid-nineteenth to the end of the twentieth century. UNESCO Publishing, Paris (2005)
    3. Amsler, Sarah: The politics of knowledge in Central Asia: science between Marx and the market. Routledge, London (2007).
    4. Eickelman, Dale F.: The Middle East and Central Asia: an anthropological approach. Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, N.J. (2002).
    5. Elizabeth E. Bacon: Central Asians under Russian rule. Cornell University Press, Ithaca, N.Y (1980).
    6. Esenova, S.: Soviet Nationality, Identity, and Ethnicity in Central Asia: Historic Narratives and Kazakh Ethnic Identity. Journal of Muslim Minority Affairs. 22, 11–38 (2002).
    7. Hiro, Dilip: Inside central Asia: a political and cultural history of Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkey, and Iran. Overlook Duckworth, New York (2009).
    8. Leeuwen, Carel van: Nomads in Central Asia: animal husbandry and culture in transition (19th-20th century). Royal Tropical Institute, Amsterdam (1994).
    9. Sahadeo, Jeff, Zanca, Russell G.: Everyday life in Central Asia: past and present. Indiana University Press, Bloomington, Ind (2007).
    10. Sneath, David: The headless state: aristocratic orders, kinship society, & misrepresentations of nomadic inner Asia. Columbia University Press, New York (2007).

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