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