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Lecturer(s)
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Brzobohatý Jan, Mgr.
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Naseer Shirin
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Malikov Azim, Dr.
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Course content
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1. Introduction to the Course 2. China and the Muslim World along the Silk Roads 3. China and the Muslim World in the Age of Empires (18th-Early 20th Century) 4. China and the Muslim World since 1949 5. China and Central Asia: Geopolitics, Security, and Connectivity 6. China-Saudi Arabia Relations: Energy and Strategic Partnership 7. China-Iran Relations: Diplomacy, Trade, and Security 8. China-Pakistan Relations: The "All-Weather" Strategic Partnership 9. China and the Middle East: Diplomacy, Energy, and Regional Politics 10. China-Turkey Relations: Cooperation, Competition, and the Uyghur Question 11. China, Malaysia, and Indonesia: Islam, Trade, and Regional Cooperation 12. Chinese and Muslim Civilizations: Historical Encounters and Cultural Exchange 13. China's Soft Power and Public Diplomacy in the Muslim World
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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unspecified
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Learning outcomes
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This course explores the historical, political, social and cultural aspects of the interaction and mutual influence of China and the Muslim world from the 7th century AD to the present day. The course will reveal various mechanisms and stages of interaction between China and Muslim societies of Asian countries. The course analyzes various political, cultural and religious policies of states in China developed in interaction with the Muslim world. The course will also cover questions about how Muslim countries have perceived China and Chinese culture in the past and now. The course is interdisciplinary and brings together area studies, politics and international relations, anthropology, religious studies and history to explore the unique characteristics of China's interactions with Muslim societies in an increasingly globalizing world. The course will highlight important aspects of China's policy, including soft power towards Muslim countries in Asia. Some lectures and seminars of the course will be devoted to various aspects of the interaction and mutual influence of China and Chinese culture with different Muslim countries, cultures and societies. Students will gain knowledge about the features of intercultural interactions and mutual influences between China and Islamic countries over a long historical period.
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Prerequisites
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unspecified
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Students are expected to attend all lectures and seminars. The course consists of 13 lectures (13 contact hours) and 13 interactive seminars (13 contact hours), which include discussions of the assigned readings, as well as individual and group activities. For both lectures and seminars, students are expected to complete the required readings listed below. The course combines book chapters and scholarly journal articles, which will serve as the basis for class discussions. Students will also develop their analytical thinking and academic writing skills through the preparation of a final paper. Regular, active, and well-informed participation in class is expected. Assessment Class participation (60%) - Assessment is based on attendance, completion of the assigned readings, and active participation in class discussions. Students are expected to demonstrate a good understanding of the readings, answer questions, develop their own interpretations, and engage constructively with the ideas and comments of other students. Final paper (2,000 words) (40%) - Students will submit an analytical research paper on a topic approved by the instructor. The final paper should relate to any aspect of the course. It can be a critical review of the existing literature on a specific topic, or an original piece of research (format and topic need to be approved by the instructor). The final paper is due by the seminar 12.
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Recommended literature
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