A survey of the history of Chinese civilization from 2,000 BCE to the present, focusing on the origins and later development of political, social, economic, philosophical, religious, and cultural traditions.

No Prerequisites

5

Units

Optional

Grading

1, 2, 3

Passtime

None

Level Limit

Letters and science

College
GEs Area E World Cult Writing
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ZUO Y
Ya Zuo
4.3
19 reviews
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09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
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HSSB 1207
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10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
18 / 18 Full

ELLSN2816
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
17 / 18

HSSB 1227
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12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
18 / 18 Full

HSSB 1215
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13:00 PM - 13:50 PM
18 / 18 Full

ELLSN2816
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14:00 PM - 14:50 PM
17 / 18

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HIST 80 Zuo Y Fall 2024 Total: 103
HIST 80 Zheng X Winter 2023 Total: 49
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4.3
HIST80 . Zuo Y 7 Days Ago

Took the class as P/NP, fairly easy material and its easy to get good grades. The final is not weighted heavily, so you could technically just Ace the midterm and get a P with minimal work. Lectures were pretty interesting and the class was engaging.

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HIST2B . Zuo Y 14 Days Ago

Very passionate about what she teaches. I was lowkey confused all quarter because it's really confusing. Pop quizzes in class, midterm and final written essays in class. Make sure to get a good TA. EACS 80

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HIST184T . Zuo Y 11 Months Ago

If you are interested in Chinese history, I highly recommend you to take Professor Zuo's class. The quizzes in class are very simple and have only two multiple-choice questions. The group project is to arrange a small debate with your group members (actually more like a small performance). The final is a paper to be written at home.

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HIST184M . Zuo Y 1 Year, 3 Days Ago

One of the best classes I have taken at UCSB! If you show up to class, you will do well.

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HIST2B . Zuo Y 2 Years Ago

Very good professor.

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HIST2B . Zuo Y 2 Years Ago

She is very passionate about the subject. Easy course, make sure to do the readings though.

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