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Islam In North Africa And Spain

This course explores the rich history and cultural impact of Islam in North Africa and Spain. It begins by examining the early history of North Africa, including the Muslim conquests and Islamization processes. The course then shifts focus to the spread of Islam in Spain, covering the Muslim conquests, the Umayyad dynasty, and the various Muslim dynasties that shaped the region. Finally, the course analyzes the resurgence of Europe, the Reconquista, and the lasting Islamic heritage in Spain.

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50h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
IslamNorth AfricaSpainMuslim ConquestsAndalus

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

History of North Africa

2

Muslim Conquests

3

Islamization

4

Almoravids and Almohads

5

Umayyad Spain

6

Reconquista

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Archivist

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Museum Curator

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Cultural Heritage Manager

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Industry Applications

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Islam in North Africa

2h

Unit 1: History of North Africa

2 study hours
  • •Study the geography of North Africa and its ecosystem.
  • •Examine the history of Egypt and North Africa in ancient times.
  • •Assess Egypt's position as the first great civilization center of Africa.
  • •Identify the tribes that resided in Egypt and North Africa.
  • •Understand the powers that ruled before the Arab incursion.
Week
2

Module 1: Islam in North Africa

2h

Unit 2: Muslim Conquests in North Africa

2 study hours
  • •Analyze the socio-political situation in Egypt and North Africa prior to Muslim occupation.
  • •List major powers and tribes influencing governance.
  • •Relate the expeditions carried out by the Muslim army.
  • •Examine the spread of Islam in Egypt and North African states.
  • •Identify key Muslim warriors and commanders.
Week
3

Module 1: Islam in North Africa

2h

Unit 3: Islamization of North Africa

2 study hours
  • •Investigate the Islamization process in North Africa.
  • •Identify the timeline of Islamization.
  • •Recognize major figures involved in Islamization.
  • •Examine evidence of Islamization.
  • •Understand the role of Almoravids and Almohads.
Week
4

Module 1: Islam in North Africa

2h

Unit 4: Almoravids, Almohads and Islamization Activities in North Africa

2 study hours
  • •Trace the origins of Almoravid and Almohad movements.
  • •Re-appraise their activities and impacts.
  • •Understand their influence on North Africa's socio-cultural setting.
  • •Examine how Sunni Islam was established.
  • •Assess the fall of these movements.
Week
5

Module 2: The Spread of Islam in Spain

2h

Unit 1: Geography of Spain (Andalus)

2 study hours
  • •Outline the landscape of Spain.
  • •Describe the climate of Spain.
  • •Identify major religions practiced in Spain.
  • •Familiarize with Spain's natural resources.
  • •Identify major languages spoken in Spain.
Week
6

Module 2: The Spread of Islam in Spain

2h

Unit 2: Spain before Muslim Conquests

2 study hours
  • •Examine Spain in pre-historic times.
  • •Analyze the role of the Romans.
  • •Understand how Spain was divided into Hispania and Lusitania.
  • •Examine how the Visigoths sacked the Roman Empire.
Week
7

Module 2: The Spread of Islam in Spain

2h

Unit 3: The Muslim Conquests in Spain

2 study hours
  • •Identify factors in the Muslim conquest of Spain.
  • •Determine the timeline of the Muslim conquest.
  • •Examine theories about the Arab Muslim occupation.
  • •Relate the spread of Islam to historical events.
Week
8

Module 2: The Spread of Islam in Spain

2h

Unit 4: The Umayyad Spain

2 study hours
  • •Identify who ruled Spain before the Umayyads.
  • •Determine when the Umayyads began ruling.
  • •Describe the type of government practiced.
  • •Determine how long the Umayyads ruled.
Week
9

Module 3: Muslim Dynasties in Spain

2h

Unit 1: Muslim Dynasties in Spain

2 study hours
  • •Understand the beginning and end of Muslim dynasties in Spain.
  • •Identify who established the Muslim dynasty.
  • •Examine the sequence of dynasties and their impact.
  • •Analyze the activities of Almoravids and Almohads.
Week
10

Module 3: Muslim Dynasties in Spain

2h

Unit 2: The Resurgence of Europe and the Re-conquest

2 study hours
  • •Examine the history of Christian Kingdoms and their wars with the Moors.
  • •Analyze the efforts of Almoravids and Almohades.
  • •Understand how the Almohades were expelled.
  • •Examine the conquest of Granada in 1492.
Week
11

Module 3: Muslim Dynasties in Spain

2h

Unit 3: Islamic Heritage in Spain

2 study hours
  • •Describe collective learning and factors facilitating its preservation.
  • •Identify factors fostering Islamic learning.
  • •Assess Islamic Spain's role in knowledge.
  • •List major subject areas translated from Arabic.
  • •Identify historical centers of learning.
Week
12

Module 3: Muslim Dynasties in Spain

2h

Unit 4: The End of Islamic Spain

2 study hours
  • •Relate the history of the fall of Granada.
  • •Identify forces responsible for the end of Islamic Spain.
  • •Recount the ordeal of Muslims after the collapse.
  • •Examine the socio-economic and political situation after the expulsion.
Week
13

Module 3: Muslim Dynasties in Spain

4h

Final Revision

4 study hours
  • •Review key concepts from all modules.
  • •Complete assignments and TMAs.
  • •Prepare for final examinations.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create timelines of key events in North Africa and Spain.

2

Compare the policies and achievements of different Muslim dynasties.

3

Focus on the causes and consequences of the Reconquista.

4

Study the cultural and intellectual contributions of Islamic civilization.

5

Review the roles of key figures like Tariq bin Ziyad, Abd al-Rahman III, and El Cid.

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