HST 191 - Islamic World in the Modern Era

Course Units: 1

Islamic societies and cultures span the world. For centuries, Islam has been a force in global history, shaping political and economic systems, advancing forms of knowledge, and contributing to the cultural diversity of the modern world. This survey course provides an introduction to the history of the Islamic world during the modern era. Students will encounter very diverse Muslim societies by exploring the history of Islam in different regional and temporal settings. CC: JCHF ISP: AFR