Course Syllabus
GEN/IRL1000 Modern History of Kazakhstan (StateExam)
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Code
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GEN/IRL1000
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Title
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Modern History of Kazakhstan (StateExam)
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Prerequisites
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no
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Credits
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3
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Description
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This course covers the history of Kazakhstan in modern times: from the beginning of the twentieth century till present. A study of modern national history has become one of the major factors contributing to the construction of a community of peoples, civil society and to the promotion of patriotism. The history of Kazakhstan is seen as a unique process of development for the Kazakh people, who constitute part of the history of the Eurasian, nomadic, Turkic and steppe civilizations, which in turn constitute an integral part of global civilization. The course aims to study the most recent stages and specifics of key historical processes on the territory of Kazakhstan, focusing particularly on building of a modern nation - state and maturing national liberation movement in the course of pre-Soviet and Soviet periods. Cultural and social changes are also considered.
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Objectives
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1. to give a holistic perception of the modern history of Kazakhstan- since the beginning of the XX century – as part of the world historical processes
2. to provide systemic vision of the major factors behind the periods and stages in the state and nation building during the XX century onwards
3. to develop critical thinking and analytical skills of students when working with official documents, historical sources and academic researches
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Assessment
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60 % -first and second assessments
40 % -final assessment