HIST 222 History of the Middle East

A history of the Middle East from Muhammad to the modern period. Special emphasis will be placed upon the development of Islam and the Arab-Israeli conflict.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcome

1. Communication skills: help students write clearly, read intelligently, and analyze critically
2. Promote toleration of religious and cultural differences
3. An understanding of and sensitivity to gender and class
4. An understanding of the roles of science and technology during this period
5. An atmosphere of active learning and student responsibility for learning