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GOVERNANCE AND

SOCIETY IN
SOUTHEAST ASIA
CODE: UK03002
SEMESTER 2, SESSION 2018/19

LECTURER : DR. ANANTHA RAMAN GOVINDASAMY


OFFICE : Room no. 24 , 1st level , PPIB
TELEPHONE : 088-320000 EXT. 5275
E-MAIL : anan@ums.edu.my
CONSULTATION : FRIDAY (10:00 – 11:30 AM)
Synopsis
 This introductory level course exposes the student to the
political system, philosophy, theory and ideas that shape
the fundamental questions and problem of political life in
the contemporary Southeast Asia.
 The central questions of i) the function on governance
and people( society ) as well as key political principles
and values like freedom, liberty, equality, justice, and
rights are explored via the appreciation of contemporary
Southeast Asia perspectives.
 Emphasis is given to developing the ability of the student
to think, understand, analyse, evaluate, and apply these
ideas and thought on current empirical examples. This
course also intends to promote critical thinking, and
logical discourse amongst students in comprehending
the political transformations of the contemporary
Southeast Asia.
Course Objectives

 To introduce and expose the student to contemporary Southeast


Asia governance , political thought, and society.
 To provide understanding, and to encourage the student to think,
analyse, and evaluate the fundamental problem and questions of the
contemporary Southeast political , economic and social
development.
 To enable the student to apply their knowledge in various aspects of
political life based on current empirical examples.
 To promote critical thinking, and logical discourse amongst students
in comprehending the political transformations of the contemporary
Southeast Asia.
 To develop the soft skills of students, particularly the ability to
express their respective views/ideas, both orally (participation in
class discussions), and in writing (essay-oriented assignment), and
to enable them to do so, in a critical, analytical, clear, and effective
manner.
 To cultivate “open-mindedness” amongst students, namely their
ability to think openly and rationally, not mentioning, respect different
perspectives, viewpoints, and discourses.
Learning Outcomes

 Upon completion of this course, students shall be:


 familiar with mainstream governance , and political
development and societies in Southeast Asia.
 able to understand, think, analyse, and evaluate the
political questions and problems of the contemporary
Southeast Asia.
 able to apply their knowledge in various aspects of
political life based on current empirical examples.
 able to develop critical thinking and logical discourse in
comprehending the political transformations of the
contemporary world.
 able to express and communicate their views in a critical,
analytical, clear, and effective manner.
COURSE SYLLABUS / OUTLINE

Introduction (Week 1)
 Course description
 Aims and objectives
 Learning outcomes
 Brief summary of lecture themes/topics
 Methods of assessment
 Criteria for assignment/project paper
 Essential and suggested readings
 Question and Answer session

 Introduction to Governance and People in Southeast Asia–


(Week 1-2)
 Democracy in Southeast Asia(Week
2 – 5)
 POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT IN
SOUTHEAST ASIA (Week 6-7)
 Ethnicity , Identity and Political Minorities in
Southeast Asia (Week 8-9)

 Social Movements in Southeast Asia (Week 10-12)


 ASEAN and Regionalism (Week 13-14)
METHODS OF ASSESSMENT

 Semester Assignment
- Project paper +Presentation
- 50%
 Mid-Semester Test - 20%
 Final Examination - 30%
 GRAND TOTAL 100%
B.1 CRITERIA FOR PROJECT PAPER

 Type of Project : Group Essay (1 - 5 members per group)


 Topic/Title : To be Determined by Group (Essay topic
must be directly related to course syllabus)

Essay Instructions
 It is compulsory for each group to prepare a proposal and essay
framework/ outline (single page) for the chosen topic. Group
members are required to meet, discuss, negotiate with, and gain
approval from the lecturer regarding the proposed topic during
Week No.3.
 All groups are required to do presentation and submit their
respective assignments beginning from WEEK- 8.
Format of Essay:
 Please ensure that your essay fulfills the following specifications:
 Must be typed (double-spaced) using font style Tahoma size 11.
 Must be printed on one side of a sheet (no duplex printing
allowed).
 Must be printed on white A4 papers.
 Must be paginated.
 Word limit shall be no more than 5,000 words. The total word
count must be declared at the end of the essay.
 Must be in the form of an academic writing, with proper citations,
references, and bibliography. For referencing style/system,
please use either footnotes or Harvard style/system.
 Must have a front cover that contains the following information:
(1) Essay topic/title; (2) course code and title/name (3)
Semester 2, Session 20 18/19; (4) names of group members,
and (5) student numbers. These information must be printed
using font style Tahoma, size 12, and in capital letters.
 The front cover of the essay must be printed on white A4
paper. You are strictly not permitted to use coloured/scented
paper and pvc cover.
 Must be bound using staples and tape. You are strictly not
permitted to use ring binding.
Language

 Essays must be written in Bahasa


Malaysia/Melayu, or English Language.

Grading of Essay

 Your essay will be graded based on FOUR


elements: (i) content ii) strength and clarity
of argument/s (iii) your understanding of
the topic and iv) language and writing
styles.
B.2. Mid-Semester Test
 The Mid-Semester Test shall be held in Week No.10. Students will
be informed in due course regarding the exact date. It is compulsory
for all students of this course to sit for the Test. Failure to do so
without any valid or justifiable reason shall lead to one being
deemed as having failed to fulfill the requirements of the course, and
therefore, shall be dealt with the maximum penalty (outright failure) .

B.3. Final Examination


 The Final Examination shall take place during the official
examination period. The finalised exam schedule will be determined
by the Academic Services Department. It is compulsory for all
students to sit for the exam. If a student fails to do so, he/she shall
be deemed as having failed to complete the components of
assessment for this course, and therefore shall be automatically
failed (outright failure).
 In terms of the examination format, the exam paper shall be divided
into two sections. Section A comprises long essay questions, while
Section B consists of a series of questions that require the student
to provide short and concise answers.
ESSENTIAL READINGS AND GENERAL REFERENCES

 Anderson, Benedict. 1991. Imagined Communities: Reflections on the Origin and


Spread of Nationalism. London: Verso.
 Dobson, Andrew. 2003. Citizenship and the Environment. Oxford: Oxford
University Press.
 Farrelly, Colin (ed.). 2004. Contemporary Political Theory: A Reader. London:
Sage.
 Goodin, Robert E. & Philip Pettit (eds.). 1999. A Companion to Contemporary
Political Philosophy. Oxford: Blackwell.
 _________. (eds.). 2006. Contemporary Political Philosophy: An Anthology (2nd
Edn.). Oxford: Blackwell.
 Huntington, Samuel P. 1996. The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of the
World Order. New York: Simon & Schuster.
 Kylimcka, Will. 2002. Contemporary Political Philosophy: An Introduction. (2nd
Edn.). Oxford: Oxford University Press.
 Rosen, Michael & Wolff, Jonathan. (eds.) 1999. Political Thought. Oxford: Oxford
University Press.
 Vincent, Andrew. 1992. Modern Political Ideologies. Oxford: Blackwell.
* Apart from the above list of suggested readings, students are strongly encourage
to read and refer to additional reading materials that are both directly and indirectly
related to the lecture topics. Additional reading materials can be obtained from:

 i) UMS Library (Politics Section / Book Shelves J; JA – JC)


 ii), local/international magazines/newspapers/journals (for empirical examples)
 iii) electronic resources (e-journal; website, etc.)
COURSE POLICY

D.1 Attendance

D.1.1. Students MUST attend all lectures.


 You are only allowed to be absent if you have reasonable and/or
justifiable excuse/s (i.e. emergency, illness, official exemption
from school, accident, etc.). If you fail to attend a lecture, but do
have reasonable and/or justifiable excuse/s, you are required to
furnish the course lecturer with an official letter together with any
document/proof from the relevant authority that supports your
reasons (i.e. medical certificate/letter from UMS panel of doctors).
If you do not have any letter/ document of support, but you have
what you deem as a strong/valid reason to be absent, you are still
required to furnish the course lecturer with a show-cause letter
explaining the reason/s for your non-attendance. Students, who
go absent without official leave (AWOL), and fail to provide any
show-cause letter, shall be penalised and automatically given
grade D.
 You must be honest in explaining your failure to attend my
lectures. If there is proof that a student has been dishonest,
he/she shall be penalised and given grade E.
D.1.1.2. Attendance Sheet

 I will be distributing the attendance sheet during every lecture, and you are
required to put your initials/signature on the respective lecture date found on
the sheet. You are strictly not allowed to sign in for the other lecture dates
in the attendance sheet. Students found to have committed this grave
offense shall be penalised and automatically given grade D.
 You are strictly not allowed to sign in on behalf of your colleagues/lecture
mates who are absent. I will be conducting occasional and random checks.
Any student absent from a specific lecture day/date, but found to have their
signature/initials on the related space/box in the attendance sheet shall be
penalized and given grade E. The student who signed on behalf (deemed
as “conspirator”) shall be equally penalised, and given a similar grade.
 You are not allowed to leave the lecture hall at any time when the lecture is
commencing without permission from the course lecturer. Only the lecturer
has the right to end the lecture. Students found to have left the lecture hall
without permission before the end of the lecture session will be required to
give the lecturer a valid explanation for this “act of disobedience”. Failure to
do so, and/or if the explanation is found to be unsatisfactory, the student
shall be penalized and given grade D.

D.1.1.3 Late attendance


 You are not allowed to be late for lectures. You must strive to come on
time and be punctual.
D.2. Behaviour/Attitude in Class

 You are strictly not allowed to leave the lecture hall to take a break
while the lecture is commencing. When nature’s calling, and you
need to go to the restroom, please ask for permission from the
course lecturer before doing so.

 You are strictly not allowed to (1) make noise, (2) play around, (3)
chat with your neighbour/s, (4) behave in an inappropriate manner
(5) not pay attention (i.e. texting or answering the mobile, napping
etc.) during lectures and/or class discussions. Those found to have
committed “misbehaviour” (1), (2), (3), (4) and/or (5) shall be asked
to leave the lecture hall with immediate effect.

 You are requested to pay attention and listen to your fellow


colleagues/classmates when they are expressing their views and
ideas during permitted lecture intervals which are meant for
discussions. You are requested to wait for your turn if you would
like to contribute to the class discussion. Please put up your hand, if
you intend to do so during the discussion.
D.3. Policy on Academic Dishonesty

 I will not tolerate/compromise on any form of


plagiarism, and act of dishonesty (i.e. collusion,
copying, cheating, etc.) that has been
committed, or any attempt to do so by any
student. Students found to have committed
these grave offences, shall be penalized and
given grade E. If two essays are found to be in
any way similar in terms of their contents, both
groups of students shall be penalized and given
grade E.
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