Sustainable Development Goals

Abstract/Objectives

In contemporary historical narratives, the 16th century is often regarded as the beginning of the modern world. However, global societies transitioned from a loosely connected regional system to integration across continents, experiencing a process spanning over a thousand years, starting with the fusion within the Eurasian continent and then moving towards intercontinental integration. During this time, relationships between different regions and peoples underwent significant changes. This course seeks to explore global history since the 11th century, elucidating that our current understanding of modern society, which we almost take for granted, is the result of long-term evolution since that period.

Results/Contributions

Therefore, in my class, after each lesson I ask students to write feedback forms based on the content of the course and their group activities. In the following week's class, I also share some students' feedback to stimulate different ideas. I guide students to explore nearby Southeast Asian snack shops, military villages communities, interview overseas students, campus clubs, exchange family histories, get to know different religions and cultures around them, even different nationalities and communities, to enhance understanding of diverse cultures and the historical context of different cultures. For the final individual report, I ask students to use historical research methods (such as field investigations, oral interviews, collection of oral memories, participation in community activities) to apply historical analysis and writing skills. Every year, students surprise me by completing assignments beyond expectations, which is truly amazing.

Keywords

History, World, Since the 11th Century

Contact Information

陳麗華
Lhchen101@mx.nthu.edu.tw