JAPN 1502: Global Arts/Humanities: Creative Culture and History in Japan
University of North Carolina, Charlotte
This Global Theme course uses the methods and insights of the social sciences to explore the central question of what it means to be a citizen of the world. Through the study of one or more different peoples, societies or cultures across the globe, students will be able to better understand themselves as part of a complex, interconnected world. Students are introduced to critical studies of language and culture through a broad engagement with the influence and presence of Japanese cultures throughout the world. Course materials may draw widely from pop culture, music, cuisine, film, media, the arts, and literature. Taught in English. Section information text: This is a Japanese art and culture survey course. We will examine regionally rooted practices in historical contexts within Japan alongside transnational influences. Through close analysis of artworks, material culture, and cultural narratives, students will engage with diverse perspectives—both within Japan and from outside observers. This course highlights how these interactions inform Japan’s evolving cultural identity.
Average GPA: 3.35
Grade distribution records: 262 students across 4 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A | 160 | 61.1% |
| B | 53 | 20.2% |
| C | 18 | 6.9% |
| D | 10 | 3.8% |
| F | 11 | 4.2% |
| W | 9 | 3.4% |
Based on 262 student grade records across 4 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Jordan Bledsoe 163 students, Average GPA 3.23
- David Boyd 99 students, Average GPA 3.55