Бакалавриат
2021/2022
Введение в корейскую философию и культуру
Статус:
Курс обязательный (Востоковедение)
Направление:
58.03.01. Востоковедение и африканистика
Кто читает:
Институт востоковедения и африканистики
Где читается:
Санкт-Петербургская школа социальных наук
Когда читается:
4-й курс, 3 модуль
Формат изучения:
с онлайн-курсом
Охват аудитории:
для всех кампусов НИУ ВШЭ
Язык:
английский
Кредиты:
3
Контактные часы:
6
Course Syllabus
Abstract
This course explores the cultural and historical background of Korean philosophy as well as contemporary cultural phenomena. The online course will cover various topics such as traditional concepts of Korean philosophy, the formation of Korean culture, and the basics of traditional debates. The grading format is weekly solving 1 to 3 tests, studying the materials independently, and watching the course videos. The online course will be supplemented by 3 seminars in Russian.
Learning Objectives
- The purpose of this course is to introduce the concepts of Korean philosophy through the study of Korean language, culture, and perspectives.
Expected Learning Outcomes
- Have a comprehensive understanding of key ideas in Korean philosophical debates, such as the concepts of moral emotions and everyday feelings.
- Have a relevant theoretical toolkit to comprehensively analyze and compare Chinese and Western philosophy with Korean philosophy.
- Have an understanding of how language reflects Korean philosophy.
- Have an understanding of the periodization and patterns of development of philosophical teachings in Korea.
Course Contents
- Online course
- Topic 1. What is Korean philosophy?
- Topic 2. How does Innovation occur at Cultural Boundaries?
- Topic 3. What are the Core Debates of Korean Philosophy?
- Topic 4. How do you think through Korean Philosophy?
- Seminar 1. Traditional beliefs and Korean philosophy
- Seminar 2. Reflection of elements of traditional beliefs and Chinese philosophy in contemporary Korean literature
- Seminar 3. Philosophy and culture in contemporary society in the Republic of Korea
Assessment Elements
- Online courseStudents complete weekly practical assignments, with a final test (0.2) at the end of the online course with no possibility of retake.
- SeminarsDuring seminars, students work with sources and literature on the basis of homework, discuss topics suggested by the instructor, and, at the discretion of the instructor, make reports and presentations. The student must demonstrate assimilation of lecture material, thoroughness of homework, active participation in general discussion, ability to critically interpret sources and scientific literature, ability to express own opinion and lead discussion on the issues raised.
- Final ExaminationA written exam in the form of an essay on one of the topics suggested by the teacher.
Interim Assessment
- 2021/2022 3rd module0.2 * Seminars + 0.6 * Final Examination + 0.2 * Online course
Bibliography
Recommended Core Bibliography
- Kendall, L. (1985). Shamans, Housewives, and Other Restless Spirits : Women in Korean Ritual Life. University of Hawaii Press.
- Tudor, D. (2012). Korea: The Impossible Country : South Korea’s Amazing Rise From the Ashes: The Inside Story of an Economic, Political and Cultural Phenomenon. Boston: Tuttle Publishing. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=1567533
Recommended Additional Bibliography
- Laurel Kendall. (2009). Shamans, Nostalgias, and the IMF : South Korean Popular Religion in Motion. University of Hawaii Press.