HIST 0215 - Introduction to the Middle East, Africa and Asia

Credits: 3

This course uses primary sources, biography, short novels, and film to engage students in learning and discussion about the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Topics include the historical method, Arab-Islamic civilization, imperialism and colonialism; Africa’s “triple heritage” indigenous customs, Islam, and interaction with the West; women’s movements) and Buddhism. Themes include social, political, and economic organization, religion, gender, resistance movements, globalization and comparative analysis.

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Westfield State University

HIST 0215 - Introduction to the Middle East, Africa and Asia