An introduction to those non-Western nations/regions, once considered underdeveloped, which have recently produced economies competitive with our own. The course will focus on Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, and Hong Kong and will trace their pre-war experiences with the West, post-war development, economic organization, and will address issues of political form and human rights.

OWU Units: 1.00. Crosslisting(s): None. Prerequisite(s): None. Corequisite(s): None. Antirequisite(s): None. Fee: None. Core Competency: Examine Power and Inequities. Offered: Fall and Spring.