All students are expected to prepare for discussion. Students attends on a regular basis, is proactive, demonstrates an ability to understand and interpret both general and specific themes discussed in class, contributes at least 10 times to class discussion. Student has read and prepared for class discussion. Qualitative variation on above standards. Student attends class but does not participate.
Student fails to read assigned texts.
Due dates are sacred. It makes the class much easier and a good class participation grade is impossible if one does not read the assigned reading. The best way to learn and excel is to responsibility for your own education by offering comments in class and asking questions when something is unclear to you. Course Objectives 1. Students will obtain a basic factual understanding of Islam and the Islamic world.