Explore the rich tapestry of Indonesian cultural heritage through a comprehensive course that delves into its historical trajectory from prehistoric times through Hindu-Buddhist and Islamic-Colonial periods. Gain deep insights into Indonesia's diverse religious and ethnic landscape, examining both rural and urban perspectives of multiculturalism. Analyze the impact of globalization on Indonesian society while discovering contemporary cultural expressions through art, scene, and culinary traditions. Master fundamental concepts about Indonesian culture, its historical development, and modern manifestations through structured units that progress from basic cultural definitions to complex discussions about current cultural dynamics and challenges.
Overview
Syllabus
- UNIT 01 - INTRODUCTION: COURSE INFORMATION
- UNIT 02: WHAT IS INDONESIAN CULTURE?
- UNIT 03: TRAJECTORY OF INDONESIAN CULTURE – PREHISTORY & HINDU-BUDDHA
- UNIT 04: TRAJECTORY OF INDONESIAN CULTURE – ISLAMIC & COLONIAL
- UNIT 05: DIVERSITY & MULTICULTURALISM IN INDONESIA - RELIGION & ETHNICITY
- UNIT 06: DIVERSITY & MULTICULTURALISM IN INDONESIA - RURAL & URBAN
- UNIT 07: GLOBALIZATION: OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES
- UNIT 08: ART AS CONTEMPORARY INDONESIAN CULTURE
- UNIT 09: SCENE & CULINARY AS CONTEMPORARY INDONESIAN CULTURE
- UNIT 10: FINAL REFLECTION
- Final Course
Taught by
Chaidir Ashari, M.Hum.