politics
Final Research Project – your final paper will present the findings of your research project, which will present original research you have conducted on Japanese politics and culture. Your research question should address one of the major issues/questions of the course:
1. The myth of Japan’s homogenous society seems pervasive, how has this belief impacted Japanese policymakers and/or Japanese society today? Explain how this myth affects Japanese nationalism, including reference to a current example or illustration.
Your paper will be graded on the following criteria:
1. You must answer all questions and provide reasons for your choices. Support your arguments with evidence and examples using clear and logical organization.
1. You must demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and ideas we have covered throughout the course and utilize theories of development and political participation from the last section of the course.
1. You must turn in an organization outline of your paper to share with me during our meeting time as well as a 5 minute presentation on your case(s) or measure(s) during our final exam period.