1. Populism: meaning & examples
Word Bank
good
exploited
average
right
bad
galvanizing
minority
demagogues
unite
frustrations
underdog
enemy
Populism is the political belief that the ___, hardworking majority is undermined and ___by a small, elite ___. Populist politicians claim to represent the interests of___, working-class citizens and work to ___the population against a common ___. Throughout history, populism has been associated with___ , as their personality types are successful at ___ the masses. Populism isn't necessarily ___ or ___; they appeal to the ___ of their country Today, it's more popular among the ideological "___".

2. Populism: meaning & examples
Populism is the political belief that the underdog, hardworking majority is undermined and exploited by a small, elite minority. Populist politicians claim to represent the interests of average, working-class citizens and work to unite the population against a common enemy. Throughout history, populism has been associated with demagogues, as their personality types are successful at galvanizing the masses. Populism isn't necessarily good or bad; they appeal to the frustrations of their country Today, it's more popular among the ideological "right".

3. Seminar Circles: Populism in Asia due: October 19, 2017

4. Article: The rise of populism (& demagogic leaders)
write questions you hope to find answers to
note comments; interact with writer!
search & note definitions
highlight mentions of Asia
note what a passage makes you think of
what is this similar to?

5. Topics: India Armenia Philippines Malaysia Pakistan Kazakhstan Iran
Pol Pot
Shintaro Ishihara
Philippines
Malaysia
Pakistan
Ferdinand Marcos
Kazakhstan
famous charismatic leaders (past & present):
Prabowo Subianto
Iran
North Korea
Thaksin Shinawatra
Azerbaijan

6. Be prepared to demonstrate your subject's use of at least 3 of the following populist methods:
Scapegoating
Accusing opponents of weakness and disloyalty
Vulgarity and outrageous behavior
Fearmongering
Promising the impossible
Lying
Folksy posturing
Emotional oratory and personal charisma
Violence and physical intimidation
Gross oversimplification
Attacking the news media
Personal insults and ridicule
Source: for explanations and examples, study:

7. Populism Presentation: Evaluation
Research Notes on your topic: 5 points
3 pages, minimum, per student (i.e words, not including source details)
Bibliography (3 sources minimum), formatted (alphabetical order, by Name of source/organisation, "Title of Page", date last updated, html: date visited.)
Audio-Visual element(s): 5 points
at least two of following to accompany your presentation: film clip (2 min., max), large images, large text of key words only (no smaller than 24 pt.)
Structure/Style: 5 points
presentation flows well, leads logically from one point to next; ability to answer reasonable questions knowledgeably
Content: 15 points
reference made to qualities and methods of populism and demagoguery studied in class
at least 15 key points shared (explained, with examples) per student

8. Populism: meaning & examples
Three historical figures that have led populist movements include: ____________, _____________, _____________ In last year's American presidential elections, two populist leaders (on opposing sides) were: __________ (party:______), ____________(party:____). Two recent examples of populist movements not centred on personalities, but on issues include: ____________, _______________ Historical examples of "populism gone bad" include:

9. North Korea... WHAT is going on? Crash course in history...
Take at least 7 point form notes while watching...

10. Seminar Circle (Senior-led): Comparing & Contrasting web-media treatment of Asia

11. Senior Circle : Comparing/Contrasting websites featuring Asian news
Topics:
Times of India (Pakistan, West Asia, Middle East, South Asia)
The Guardian Asia
BBC Asia
Asia News CNN
Al-Jazeera Asia
VICE news Asia
China Daily Eye on Asia
Asia Times

12. Your tasks: Senior Scholars
Having selected TWO news sources, STUDY THEM over 2 days:
Focus on their TOP TEN news stories
one page notes, minimum (point form; 250 words) Compare and contrast, noting:
How many stories in common?
How much space/words/minutes given?
Most common themes? Conclusions
Come with 4 screen caputres (large or on Powerpoint) illustrating each media site over 2 days

13. Your tasks as presenter
give us some eye contact 
start by explaining what your assigned media outlets were
share your comparisons & contrasts
emphasize what you found most interesting and why
conclude with an overall assessment; which media site was ‘better’ and why

14. Your tasks as participant
take notes, noting who is speaking, on what topics (i.e. which media sources)
be prepared to share at least one observation (on what you learned that you found interesting, and why), one comment or one question per presenter

15. Evaluation (senior) Presentation content: 10 points
complete & supported by evidence presented
Presentation format: 5 points
logical flow, clear and concise
pertinent clear visual
Participation: 5 points
notes and question/comment/or observation for each presenter

16. Evaluation (intermediate)
Presentation content: 10 points
complete ; who/what/when/where/why of story explained
importance of story; relevance to our understanding of Asia analysed, briefly
Presentation format: 5 points
logical flow, clear and concise
pertinent clear visual
Participation: 5 points
notes and question/comment/or observation for each presenter

17. Seminar Circle (Intermediate-led): Asia in the News

18. Intermediate Seminar Circle: Asia in the News
Topics:
politics
religion and/or race
Asians in Canada
gender roles
Rohingya Muslims
economics (poverty, wealth, jobs)
environment (access to resources, natural calamities)
Kurds
technology
Syria
conflict
North Korea

19. Your tasks: Intermediate Scholars
Having selected a topic, RESEARCH IT:
one page notes, minimum (point form; 250 words; who/what/when/where/why)
Once you understand what happened, reflect on its importance: why is this story relevant? Interesting? How does it relate to your other knowledge?
Come with one VISUAL (large or on Powerpoint) illustrating the news story