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Matthew G. Bartels
POL S 419
Seattle Campus
Surveys the history of United States-China relations and examines the evolution of bilateral relations, particularly since 1949. Focus on the period since 1972 and the major issues as they have evolved since that time, including trade, human rights, security, and Taiwan. Offered: jointly with JSIS A 459.
Class description
Description. This lecture course will survey the history of United States-China relations and examine the evolution of bilateral relations, particularly since 1949. The course will begin with an historical overview followed by a more detailed focus on the major issues that presently affect the Sino-U.S. relationship including trade, human rights, security, and Taiwan. Texts. Cohen, Warren I., A History of Sino-American Relations, 4th ed; Arkush and Lee, eds., Land Without Ghosts: Chinese Impressions of America from the Mid-19th Century to the Present; Mann, James H., About Face: A History of America's Curious Relationship with China; Ross, Robert S., ed., After the Cold War: Domestic Factors and U.S.-China Relations; and Vogel, Ezra F., ed., Living with China: U.S.-China Relations in the Twenty-first Century.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Recommended preparation
Class assignments and grading
Assignments. Students are expected to do all the readings and keep up-to-date on current events related to Sino-U.S. relations. Participation in classroom discussions, a mid-term and final examination, and one paper (undergraduate, about 10 pages; graduates, about 15-20 pages) are the expected assignments.
Grading. [approximate] Exams: 55 % (mid-term 25%, final 30%) Papers: 35 % Class/quiz participation: 10 % TOTAL: 100 %
