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This class has high school vibes in a good way. There is quite a lot of reading, but honestly it's all pretty interesting and you don't have to know much about the readings beyond some basic concepts for the quizzes. He is quite strict on attendance and participation matters for your grade, but the class is really chill and you do learn a lot.Rate My Professors ↗
I agree with the comment that all good comments about this GUY is fake. You will Know, finally.Rate My Professors ↗
He is a nice and passionate professor! However, unless you have the time to read everyday of the week and is not easily bored by old stories, then enjoy. I was not expected to have two or more, 10 page plus stories every week and the students have to remember every detail in each story, especially when it came to the oral midterm and final exam.Rate My Professors ↗
Prof. Detwyler is amazing and definitely passionate about his work. As a literature course, be prepared to read for every discussion. He'll definitely get you invested in your work if you allow it.Rate My Professors ↗
Anatoly is very easygoing. There are no exams for this class besides a group project at the end. There are quizzes during the discussion and they are very straightforward, it's either you read the readings or you didn't read them. The lectures are based on the textbook. Attendance is mandatory and is a big factor in your grade.Rate My Professors ↗
Prof. Detwyler is super passionate about East Asia and our lectures were pretty interesting, especially when it was about lesser known topics. Discussion sections were a big part of the grade, so try to participate if you can. Other than that, it was an easy class if you participate and do the readings, and the final was making a game.Rate My Professors ↗
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Intro Topics in Asian Studies explores the interdisciplinary field of understanding Asia's historical and contemporary cultures through critical and informed thinking.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Undergraduate directed study projects arranged with a faculty member, titled DIRECTED STUDY.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=1 letter grades).
No recorded grade history
Survey of Modern Chinese Literature introduces Chinese-language prose fiction and poetry from the late 19th century through today.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Anatoly Detwyler
Students described Anatoly Detwyler as a passionate and knowledgeable instructor in Chinese literature who was generally well-regarded for his teaching. One student noted the course required reading two or more 10-page stories weekly and retaining every detail for oral midterm and final exams.
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Spring 2023–Spring 2026Senior honors thesis course where students write a thesis paper under faculty advisor guidance during the second semester.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=1 letter grades).
No recorded grade history
Directed study allows students to work with a faculty member on an individual study program.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Directed Study offers students an opportunity to work with a faculty member on an individual study program in Asian studies.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=3 letter grades).
No recorded grade history
Students compile reading lists for preliminary exam fields, read essential sources, and demonstrate critical reading in advisory meetings.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Thesis Research for doctoral students, involving research in connection with the doctoral thesis.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Distinct courses recorded per term
Explore courses taught by this instructor →| Term | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2027 | ASIAN 102 | Intro Topics in Asian Studies |
| Spring 2027 | ASIAN 299 | Directed Study |
| Spring 2027 | ASIAN 352 | Survey of Modern Chinese Literature |
| Spring 2027 | ASIAN 682 | Senior Honors Thesis |
| Spring 2027 | ASIAN 698 | Directed Study |
| Spring 2027 | ASIAN 699 | Directed Study |
| Spring 2027 | ASIAN 799 | Reading for Research |
| Spring 2027 | ASIAN 990 | Thesis Research |
| Fall 2026 | ASIAN 299 | Directed Study |
| Fall 2026 | ASIAN 681 | Senior Honors Thesis |
| Fall 2026 | ASIAN 698 | Directed Study |
| Fall 2026 | ASIAN 699 | Directed Study |
| Fall 2026 | ASIAN 799 | Reading for Research |
| Fall 2026 | ASIAN 990 | Thesis Research |
Teaching history may be incomplete. Course pages contain course-specific feedback and citations.
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