RELS 355 - Islam

Description:
Historical development of Islam, from its origins to the present. Analysis of beliefs, practices, symbols, and institutions.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: RELS 101 or permission of instructor.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Describe the origin and development of Islam.
Describe the rituals and beliefs within the different periods and branches of Islam, with special attention to the key themes of Scripture and Tradition, monotheism, authority, worship, ritual, ethics, religion, and political order.
Verbally and expositorially articulate an understanding of the potential distinction of Islam in theory and in practice.
Verbally articulate the potential distinction in exploring these traditions from an academic versus adherent’s perspective.
Develop analytical, reading and writing skills.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/2/2015