This is one of the most fascinating regions of the world Approach the course with this attitude. I am sure we can work out whatever arrangement is necessary, be it special seating, testing, or other accommodation. Please see me after class or during my office hours as soon as possible. The readings are assigned by subject matter and should be read before the class day they are due. They should not be read like a textbook where you want to underline all the facts and memorize them for the next test.
Some facts ARE necessary.
We shall have a date line with these facts. The main idea at the beginning of your study is to have some idea of the ebb and flow of history. If anybody wants it, I shall be happy to organize a session on strategies for getting information and organizing information from required reading. The Iranians , Chapter 1 Peres, Chapter 1 The Middle East , pp. The first two weeks will be to prepare a time line that gives you and the class some idea of the main events in your country's history.