ICSP1199 · Islamic Civilization & Societies
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
This course introduces the varieties of Islamic civilization from the seventh century to the modern world. It explores not only the tenets of faith and practice, and political, social, theological, and economic history, but also considers Muslim cultural and intellectual contributions, including by women, from Indonesia to Morocco and in the Western world. Students will read primary sources, listen to recordings, and view films. The course will emphasize the variety of experiences of Muslims and their contributions to the world.
Course experience
Averages use the original five-point historical evaluation scale.
Organization
5.0 / 5
How well the course was organized
Challenge
5.0 / 5
How intellectually challenging students found it
Attendance
5.0 / 5
How necessary attendance was
Assignments
4.9 / 5
How helpful assignments were
Weekly effort
~7
hours per week
Estimated from the original workload response buckets. Individual sections may differ.
Instructor options
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Across time
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Fall 2023
1 sectionFall 2022
1 sectionFall 2021
1 sectionFall 2020
1 section