ISL100

Course Description

100 -E Pre-Requisite will be Non- Native Arabic Speaker/ or Students who did Arabic as secondary language in high school. The course aims to move the discussion on Islam from a theological framework to a cultural one. Its goal is to inculcate a broad understanding of the unity and diversity of the Muslim world, which has existed historically and continues today. Thus, students will investigate several aspects of Islamic culture: Muslim ethics, the contributions of Muslims to world civilization, the rich legacy of Islamic art and architecture, as well as the traditions of learning. Students will also explore contemporary Muslim societies with a view to understanding some of the issues and challenges, which Muslims are facing today. Ultimately, the course will ask students to examine how they can contribute to a positive image of Islam.

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