HIST 234
Fall 2006 not offered
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| Certificates: International Relations |
This course surveys history, culture and religion of the contemporary Arabic-speaking countries. Emphasis is on current problems. The Arab-Israeli conflict, Westernization versus Islam, U.S. involvement in the region. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS HIST |
| Course Format: Lecture/Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
Major Readings:
Fouad Ajami, THE ARAB PREDICAMENT Fatima Mernissi, BEYOND THE VEIL Amos Elon, ISRAELIS: FOUNDERS AND SONS Edward Said, THE QUESTION OF PALESTINE Additional supplementary readings on reserve. (Note: The reading may vary from year to year.)
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Examinations and Assignments:
Midterm exam. Two 5 page papers on assigned topics. Scheduled final exam. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
not known |
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