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Gail M. Nomura
AAS 498
Seattle Campus

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Class description

AAS 498: Asian American Oral History examines the history of Asian Americans through oral history. The course format will include lectures, guest speakers, video documentaries, films, classroom discussion, individual research, group work, presentations, and some fieldwork. Students will learn not only the history of Asian Americans but learn the skills and value of oral history research.

Student learning goals

General method of instruction

The course format will include lectures, guest speakers, video documentaries, films, classroom discussion, individual and group presentations, and some field work.

Recommended preparation

Some prior coursework in Asian American history is recommended but not required.

Class assignments and grading

Course requirements include some short writing assignments, quizzes, and a longer oral history research paper.

The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.

Last Update by Gail M. Nomura
Date: 02/27/2010