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ISL875Arts3 Unitsintermediate

Islam In The Modern World

This course introduces students to Islam in the modern world, exploring the renaissance of Islam in Arabia and North Africa. It examines the lives and activities of key figures who revived Islamic teachings and fostered Muslim consciousness. The course also analyzes the influence of Western culture on Islam and the formation of Islamist movements, providing insights into Islam's contemporary trends and future prospects. It further discusses Islam's role in world peace, health, economy, and democracy.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
IslamRenaissanceModern WorldIslamic MovementsNorth Africa

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

Renaissance of Islam in Arabia

2

Renaissance of Islam in North Africa

3

Islam and world peace

4

Islam and world health

5

Islam and world economy

6

Islam and democracy

7

Manners of Socialization among Muslims

Total Topics7 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 assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Religious Affairs Analyst

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Islamic Studies Researcher

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Cultural Relations Officer

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International Development Worker

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Policy Advisor

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module I: Renaissance of Islam in Arabia

3h

Unit 1: Review of introduction of Islam into Arabia

3 study hours
  • Review the historical context of Islam's introduction into Arabia.
  • Understand the socio-religious life of the Jahiliyyah Arabs.
  • Study the establishment of Muslim brotherhood anchored on piety of Allah.
Week
2

Module I: Renaissance of Islam in Arabia

3h

Unit 2: Muhammad Ibn Abdu'l Wahhāb

3 study hours
  • Study the birth and growth of Muhammad Ibn Abdul Wahhab.
  • Analyze his life, works, and Aqīdah.
  • Understand the Wahhabiyyah Movement and criticisms against him.
Week
3

Module I: Renaissance of Islam in Arabia

3h

Unit 3: Jamal Dīn Al-Afghānī

3 study hours
  • Examine the life and work of Jamal Dīn Al-Afghānī.
  • Understand Al-Afghani's Pan-Islamism.
  • Analyze his works and philosophy.
Week
4

Module I: Renaissance of Islam in Arabia

3h

Unit 4: Muhammad Abduh

3 study hours
  • Discuss Muhammad Abduh's reform activities.
  • Analyze his influence in Southeast Asia.
  • Understand his thought on Muhammadiyyah Education modernism and his scientific views on the Qur'an.
Week
5

Module I: Renaissance of Islam in Arabia

3h

Unit 5: Abdurahaman Kawākibi

3 study hours
  • Study the need for reform by Muslims in Syria.
  • Analyze the family background, birth, and childhood of Abdurahaman Kawākibi.
  • Understand his career and reform activities.
Week
6

Module II: Renaissance of Islam in North Africa

3h

Unit 1: Sayyid Qutub

3 study hours
  • Discuss the challenges of Islamic government in the Muslim World.
  • Understand the formation of the Muslim Brotherhood.
  • Analyze Sayyid Qutub's activities and ideologies.
Week
7

Module II: Renaissance of Islam in North Africa

3h

Unit 2: Tāhā Husain

3 study hours
  • Study the birth and parental background of Tāhā Husayn.
  • Analyze his career.
  • Understand his achievements as a Reformer.
Week
8

Module II: Renaissance of Islam in North Africa

3h

Unit 3: Zia Gokalp and his school in Turkey

3 study hours
  • Study the birth and early life of Zia Gokalp.
  • Analyze his career and philosophy.
  • Understand his works and achievements.
Week
9

Module II: Renaissance of Islam in North Africa

3h

Unit 4: As-Sanūsiyyah Movement in Libya and Algeria

3 study hours
  • Study the origin and development of the As-Sanūsiyyah Movement in Libya and Algeria.
  • Understand the doctrines and ritual practices of the As-Sanūsiyyah Movement in Libya and Algeria.
Week
10

Module II: Renaissance of Islam in North Africa

3h

Unit 5: Al-Qādariyyah Movement in Libya and Algeria

3 study hours
  • Study the beginning, spread and development of Al-Qādariyyah Movement in Libya and Algeria.
Week
11

Module III: Islam in the contemporary period

3h

Unit 1: Islam and world peace

3 study hours
  • Analyze the Islamic civilization in the contemporary period.
  • Understand the post-colonial period and the Islamic Renaissance.
  • Discuss education and science in the Islamic world and the challenges to Islam.
Week
12

Module III: Islam in the contemporary period

3h

Unit 2: Islam and world health

3 study hours
  • Understand the importance of health in Islam.
  • Analyze Islam and protection of life.
  • Discuss Islam and the right to freedom and protection of human life.
Week
13

Module III: Islam in the contemporary period

6h

Unit 3: Islam and world economy

3 study hours
  • Study Islam and trade: The spirit behind Islamic economic system.
  • Understand the Islamic banking system.
  • Analyze Islam and begging.

Unit 4: Islam and democracy

3 study hours
  • Understand the concept of leadership and the need for it.
  • Analyze the As-shūrāh-wal-bay'ah system.
  • Discuss the shūrāh and democracy.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key figures and events in the Islamic renaissance (Units 1-7).

2

Compare and contrast the ideologies of different Islamic movements (Units 2, 5, 8).

3

Outline Islam's perspective on world peace, health, economy, and democracy (Units 11-14).

4

Summarize the main points of each unit and create flashcards for quick review.

5

Practice answering essay questions on the major themes of the course.

6

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and focus on areas where you had difficulty.

7

Allocate specific time slots for studying each module and stick to your schedule.

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