Description
An introduction to the emergence of the modem Middle East in the period, roughly from the late 18th century to the present. It deals with reformist attempts to meet the European challenge, Orientalism, the age of colonialism and imperialism, the rise of Arab nationalism, the quest for modernity, the impact of Israeli and Palestinian nationalism, the petroleum factor, the Islamic Revolution in Iran, Saddam Hussein’s Iraq, the Gulf War, and the war on terror. Consideration will also be given to the Islamic religion.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Student will demonstrate knowledge of the development of distinctive features: history, institutions, economy, society, and culture of the modern Middle East
- Student will demonstrate an understanding of the development of the Middle East compared to other regions of the world
- Student will demonstrate an understanding of the forces and impacts of Western colonialism, imperialism, Arab nationalism, Zionism and political Islam on the region
Semester
Fall