HIST 234
Spring 2009 not offered
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| Certificates: International Relations |
This course surveys the history, culture, and religion of the contemporary Middle East. Emphasis is on the historical roots of current problems. These include the Arab-Israeli conflict, Westernization versus Islam, U.S. involvement in the region, and the Sunni-Shia divide within Islam. In addition, issues of social change and cultural production in times of trouble will be discussed. |
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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: (CIVI-MN)(HIST-MN)(HIST)(HRAD-MN)(MEST-MN)(STS) |
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, final exam. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Attendance and class participation will be factored into final grade |
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