Each student will receive an index card on a particular mosque, which they will have to research. Where it is located. The population of Muslims in the country where it is located. What they see as architecturally interesting or significant. What the materials for the building are or what they might be.
Students print out their picture, indicate color scheme on a post-it, or on the back.
If they have time, they can try researching their building on Great Buildings, or other web sites. Students should also use the opportunity to make a selection of their favorite building for their project. Students will be allowed two weeks to complete their project. Any plagiarism in student reports will result in an F for the total project. Meanwhile, you, the teacher may continue the Islamic unit by introducing music, calligraphy, teaching about the Crusades, comparing Islam to other western religions, or any other aspect of this rich heritage that strikes your fancy.