HIST 234
Spring 2007 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:
Writing |
| 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:
William Cleveland, A HISTORY OF THE MODERN MIDDLE EAST
Charles Smith, PALESTINE AND THE ARAB-ISRAELI CONFLICT
Eric Davis, MEMORIES OF THE STATE: POLITICS, HISTORY, AND COLLECTIVE IDENTITY IN MODERN IRAQ
Gilles Kepel, JIHAD: THE TRAIL OF POLITICAL ISLAM
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Examinations and Assignments:
Midterm exam. Two five page papers on assigned topics. Three in-class quizzes, finl exam. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Attendance and class participation will be factored into final grade |
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