HIST 4400 - Introduction to Islam

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

History

Description:

Introduces students to the history, politics, and culture of Islam in order to increase the understanding of the contemporary dimension of this world religion. Dual listed with POLS 4400 (students may take only one course for credit). **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify and understand the major chronological and topical divisions in the history of Islam. 2. Develop historical thinking skills and employ them to analyze key historical themes and arguments found in primary and secondary source materials pertinent to Islamic history. 3. Argue and write analytically, cogently, and comparatively about significant social, cultural, and political issues in the history of Islam through written exams and a research project. Prerequisite: ENGL 2010 (Grade C or higher). SP (odd)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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