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California University of Pennsylvania
Guidelines for New Course Proposals
University Course Syllabus
Approved: September 10, 2015
Department of Modern Languages, Philosophy & Socio-Cultural Studies
A.
Protocol
Course Name: The Culture of Islam
Course Number: ARB 342
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
Maximum Class size (face-to-face): 35
Maximum Class size (online): 35
B.
Objectives of the Course:
At the completion of the course, students will be able to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
C.
Describe the foundations of Islam
Critically assess the merits and demerits of the traditional narrative of Islamic origins
Discuss the history of Islamic culture and religion
Discuss the challenges that are peculiar to contemporary Muslim societies
Apply this knowledge to ordinary problems and situations
Catalog Description:
This course will engage students in the study of the culture of Islam. There will be an
emphasis on identifying preconceived notions relating to Islam. This course will compare
and contrast the history, essential tenets, and central practices of Islam to Judaism and
Christianity. The context in which Islam began and the role of Muhammad (PBUH) on
Islam will also be discussed. The Five Pillars of the Islamic faith and the split in Islam into
the two major sects, Sunni and Shi’a, will be explained. Due to the current events in the
Middle East and the great number of social media users, this course will help students to
understand a culture where secularism, capitalism, and materialism have no value.
D.
Outline of the Course may include:
Week 1
Introduction
Islam: Empire of Faith documentary
Week 2
Week 3
Embedded Thoughts about Islam
Basic Beliefs and Practices
Week 4
Role of Muhammad
Week 5
Five Pillars of Islam
Week 6
Women & Islam
Week 7
The Hadith
Week 8
Movie & Mid-Term Exam
Week 9
Religion in Society and Islamic Law
Week 10
Politics & Expansion of Islam- The Caliphate: Sunni & Shi’a
Week 11
Islam & the West
Week 12
The Future for Islam
Week 13 Islam and Social Media
Week 14
Your thoughts and Today’s Events in the Middle East
Week 15 Presentations & Final Exam
E.
Teaching Methodology:
1) Traditional Classroom Methodology:
Cooperative learning is the major teaching method in this course. The instructor will serve as
a facilitator to the learning process in class. We will work together to learn more about the
culture of Islam by keeping up with the required readings and doing the required class work.
To this end, the instructor will use short lectures, videos, group work papers and
presentations, homework, and class discussion. It is expected that all students will take part in
these discussions.
2) Online Methodology:
Quality MattersTM Statement – The online course follows the standards of the Quality
MattersTM rubric. This class will be offered online. Cooperative learning is the major teaching
method in this course. The instructor will serve as a facilitator to the learning process in class.
We will work together to learn more about the culture of Islam by keeping up with the
required readings and doing the required class work. To this end, the instructor will use short
lectures, videos, group work papers and presentations, homework, and class discussion. It is
expected that all students will take part in these discussions.
F.
Texts (Suggested)
Brown, Daniel W. (2009) New Introduction to Islam. Publisher: Blackwell Publishers.
1405158077; 2nd edition
Esposito, John L. (2002) What Everyone Needs To Know About Islam. Publisher: Oxford
University Press, New York.
Additional readings will be available on D2L.
G.
Assessment Activities:
1) Traditional Classroom Assessment:
Quizzes/Exams
Paper(s)
Presentation(s)
Class Discussions/Participation
2)
H.
Online Assessment:
Online Quizzes/Exams
Paper(s)
Online Presentation(s)
Online Discussions/Participation
30%
20%
20%
30%
30%
20%
20%
30%
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities:
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Students with disabilities:
Students reserve the right to decide when to self-identify and when to request accommodations.
Students requesting approval for reasonable accommodations should contact the Office for
Students with Disabilities (OSD). Students are expected to adhere to OSD procedures for selfidentifying, providing documentation and requesting accommodations in a timely manner.
Students will present the OSD Accommodation Approval Notice to faculty when requesting
accommodations that involve the faculty.
Contact Information:
•
Location:
Carter Hall - G-35
•
Phone:
(724) 938-5781
•
Fax:
(724) 938-4599
•
Email:
osdmail@calu.edu
Web Site:
http://www.calu.edu/osd
California University of Pennsylvania
Reporting Obligations of Faculty Members under Title IX
of the Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. §1681,et seq.
California University of Pennsylvania and its faculty are committed to assuring a safe and
productive educational environment for all students. In order to meet this commitment and to
comply with the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and guidance from the Office
of Civil Rights, the University requires faculty members to report incidents of sexual violence
shared by students to the University's Title IX Coordinator, Dr. John A. Burnett, Special Assistant
to the President for EEEO, Office of Social Equity, South Hall 112, Burnett@calu.edu, 724-9384014. The only exceptions to the faculty member's reporting obligation are when incidents of
sexual violence are communicated by a student during a classroom discussion, in a writing
assignment for a class, or as part of a University-approved research project. Faculty members
are obligated to report sexual violence or any other abuse of a student who was, or is, a child
(person under 18 years of age) when the abuse allegedly occurred to the person designated in the
University protection of minors policy.
The University's information regarding the reporting of sexual violence and the resources that
are available to victims of sexual violence is set forth at:
•
Office of Social Equity, South Hall112, 724-938-4014
www.calu.edu/SociaiEquity
o Social Equity Home Page
www.calu.edu/SEpolicies
o Social Equity Policies
www.calu.edu/SEcomplaint
o Social Equity Compliant
Form
Counseling Center, Carter Hall G53, 724-938-4056
•
•
End Violence Center, Carter Hall G94,724-938-5707
Student Affairs, Natali Student Center 311,724-938-4439
•
•
Wellness Center, Carter Hall G53, 724-938-4232
Women's Center, Natali Student Center 117, 724-938-5857
•
Threat Response Assessment and Intervention Team (T.R.A.I.T.) & Dept.of Public
Safety & University Police, Pollock Maintenance Building, 724-938-4299
EMERGENCY: From any on-campus phone & Dial H-E-L-P or go to any public pay phone
& Dial *1. (*Identify the situation as an emergency and an officer will be dispatched
immediately.)
I.
Supportive Instructional Materials, e.g. library materials, web sites, etc.
Video and audio tapes dealing with Arabic culture will be made available.
Additional Information for Course Proposals
J.
Proposed Instructors:
Qualified Instructor to teach Arabic language and culture.
K.
Rationale for the Course:
Even before the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, ArabAmericans faced sweeping stereotypes about their culture and religion. From the mid-7th to
the early 8th century Islam gradually emerged as a new religion. Shortly afterwards it
became a major world civilization whose history has run parallel to, and intertwined with,
that of the West. But how did Islam first begin and how were its foundations laid? How has
it developed through the ages and what kind of social life, artistic expressions and
intellectual traditions are peculiar to it? Is there one Islam or are there several with their
own idiosyncrasies? And why is it that in recent years it has become increasingly obvious
to non-Muslim Westerners that Islam does matter? Finally, which categories are more
suitable for the study of the Islamic phenomenon and its inherent complexity? Should there
be a distinction between Islamic culture and religion– and if so, to what precise extent? Are
there attitudes susceptible of being described as authentic or inauthentic from an Islamic
viewpoint– and if so, on which basis? It is only by answering these questions– which must
be carefully reflected upon first– that one may better understand the Muslim world and its
present challenges.This course will serve as guide to understand the culture of Islam and
bridge the gaps and clear the misconceptions that people have about Muslims.
L.
Specialized Equipment or Supplies Needed:
Specialized equipment or supplies are not needed for course instruction.
M.
Answer the following questions using complete sentences:
1. Does the course require additional human resources? (Please explain)
The course does not require additional human resources.
2. Does the course require additional physical resources? (Please explain)
No, additional physical resources are not required.
3. Does the course change the requirements in any particular major?
(Please explain)
No, the course does not change any major requirements.
4. Is the course replacing an existing course? (If so, list the course)
No, the course does not replace an existing course.
5. How often will the course be taught?
The course will be offered once a year.
6. Does the course duplicate an existing course in another Department or College? (If
the possibility exists, indicate course discipline, number, and name)
No, it does not duplicate an existing course in another Department or College.
7.
What is the recommended maximum class size for this course?
The recommended maximum class size for this course is 35.
N.
If the proposed course includes substantial material that is traditionally taught in another
discipline, you must request a statement of support from the department chair that houses
that discipline.
No, the proposed course does not include substantial material that is traditionally taught in
another discipline.
O. Please identify if you are proposing to have this course considered as a menu course for
General Education. If yes, justify and demonstrate the reasons based on the categories for
General Education. The General Education Committee must consider and approve the
course proposal before consideration by the UCC.
For now, it will not be proposed for consideration as menu course for General Education in
Humanities and Multi-Cultural Awareness.
P.
Provide Approval Form (electronically).
Guidelines for New Course Proposals
University Course Syllabus
Approved: September 10, 2015
Department of Modern Languages, Philosophy & Socio-Cultural Studies
A.
Protocol
Course Name: The Culture of Islam
Course Number: ARB 342
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: None
Maximum Class size (face-to-face): 35
Maximum Class size (online): 35
B.
Objectives of the Course:
At the completion of the course, students will be able to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
C.
Describe the foundations of Islam
Critically assess the merits and demerits of the traditional narrative of Islamic origins
Discuss the history of Islamic culture and religion
Discuss the challenges that are peculiar to contemporary Muslim societies
Apply this knowledge to ordinary problems and situations
Catalog Description:
This course will engage students in the study of the culture of Islam. There will be an
emphasis on identifying preconceived notions relating to Islam. This course will compare
and contrast the history, essential tenets, and central practices of Islam to Judaism and
Christianity. The context in which Islam began and the role of Muhammad (PBUH) on
Islam will also be discussed. The Five Pillars of the Islamic faith and the split in Islam into
the two major sects, Sunni and Shi’a, will be explained. Due to the current events in the
Middle East and the great number of social media users, this course will help students to
understand a culture where secularism, capitalism, and materialism have no value.
D.
Outline of the Course may include:
Week 1
Introduction
Islam: Empire of Faith documentary
Week 2
Week 3
Embedded Thoughts about Islam
Basic Beliefs and Practices
Week 4
Role of Muhammad
Week 5
Five Pillars of Islam
Week 6
Women & Islam
Week 7
The Hadith
Week 8
Movie & Mid-Term Exam
Week 9
Religion in Society and Islamic Law
Week 10
Politics & Expansion of Islam- The Caliphate: Sunni & Shi’a
Week 11
Islam & the West
Week 12
The Future for Islam
Week 13 Islam and Social Media
Week 14
Your thoughts and Today’s Events in the Middle East
Week 15 Presentations & Final Exam
E.
Teaching Methodology:
1) Traditional Classroom Methodology:
Cooperative learning is the major teaching method in this course. The instructor will serve as
a facilitator to the learning process in class. We will work together to learn more about the
culture of Islam by keeping up with the required readings and doing the required class work.
To this end, the instructor will use short lectures, videos, group work papers and
presentations, homework, and class discussion. It is expected that all students will take part in
these discussions.
2) Online Methodology:
Quality MattersTM Statement – The online course follows the standards of the Quality
MattersTM rubric. This class will be offered online. Cooperative learning is the major teaching
method in this course. The instructor will serve as a facilitator to the learning process in class.
We will work together to learn more about the culture of Islam by keeping up with the
required readings and doing the required class work. To this end, the instructor will use short
lectures, videos, group work papers and presentations, homework, and class discussion. It is
expected that all students will take part in these discussions.
F.
Texts (Suggested)
Brown, Daniel W. (2009) New Introduction to Islam. Publisher: Blackwell Publishers.
1405158077; 2nd edition
Esposito, John L. (2002) What Everyone Needs To Know About Islam. Publisher: Oxford
University Press, New York.
Additional readings will be available on D2L.
G.
Assessment Activities:
1) Traditional Classroom Assessment:
Quizzes/Exams
Paper(s)
Presentation(s)
Class Discussions/Participation
2)
H.
Online Assessment:
Online Quizzes/Exams
Paper(s)
Online Presentation(s)
Online Discussions/Participation
30%
20%
20%
30%
30%
20%
20%
30%
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities:
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Students with disabilities:
Students reserve the right to decide when to self-identify and when to request accommodations.
Students requesting approval for reasonable accommodations should contact the Office for
Students with Disabilities (OSD). Students are expected to adhere to OSD procedures for selfidentifying, providing documentation and requesting accommodations in a timely manner.
Students will present the OSD Accommodation Approval Notice to faculty when requesting
accommodations that involve the faculty.
Contact Information:
•
Location:
Carter Hall - G-35
•
Phone:
(724) 938-5781
•
Fax:
(724) 938-4599
•
Email:
osdmail@calu.edu
Web Site:
http://www.calu.edu/osd
California University of Pennsylvania
Reporting Obligations of Faculty Members under Title IX
of the Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. §1681,et seq.
California University of Pennsylvania and its faculty are committed to assuring a safe and
productive educational environment for all students. In order to meet this commitment and to
comply with the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and guidance from the Office
of Civil Rights, the University requires faculty members to report incidents of sexual violence
shared by students to the University's Title IX Coordinator, Dr. John A. Burnett, Special Assistant
to the President for EEEO, Office of Social Equity, South Hall 112, Burnett@calu.edu, 724-9384014. The only exceptions to the faculty member's reporting obligation are when incidents of
sexual violence are communicated by a student during a classroom discussion, in a writing
assignment for a class, or as part of a University-approved research project. Faculty members
are obligated to report sexual violence or any other abuse of a student who was, or is, a child
(person under 18 years of age) when the abuse allegedly occurred to the person designated in the
University protection of minors policy.
The University's information regarding the reporting of sexual violence and the resources that
are available to victims of sexual violence is set forth at:
•
Office of Social Equity, South Hall112, 724-938-4014
www.calu.edu/SociaiEquity
o Social Equity Home Page
www.calu.edu/SEpolicies
o Social Equity Policies
www.calu.edu/SEcomplaint
o Social Equity Compliant
Form
Counseling Center, Carter Hall G53, 724-938-4056
•
•
End Violence Center, Carter Hall G94,724-938-5707
Student Affairs, Natali Student Center 311,724-938-4439
•
•
Wellness Center, Carter Hall G53, 724-938-4232
Women's Center, Natali Student Center 117, 724-938-5857
•
Threat Response Assessment and Intervention Team (T.R.A.I.T.) & Dept.of Public
Safety & University Police, Pollock Maintenance Building, 724-938-4299
EMERGENCY: From any on-campus phone & Dial H-E-L-P or go to any public pay phone
& Dial *1. (*Identify the situation as an emergency and an officer will be dispatched
immediately.)
I.
Supportive Instructional Materials, e.g. library materials, web sites, etc.
Video and audio tapes dealing with Arabic culture will be made available.
Additional Information for Course Proposals
J.
Proposed Instructors:
Qualified Instructor to teach Arabic language and culture.
K.
Rationale for the Course:
Even before the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, ArabAmericans faced sweeping stereotypes about their culture and religion. From the mid-7th to
the early 8th century Islam gradually emerged as a new religion. Shortly afterwards it
became a major world civilization whose history has run parallel to, and intertwined with,
that of the West. But how did Islam first begin and how were its foundations laid? How has
it developed through the ages and what kind of social life, artistic expressions and
intellectual traditions are peculiar to it? Is there one Islam or are there several with their
own idiosyncrasies? And why is it that in recent years it has become increasingly obvious
to non-Muslim Westerners that Islam does matter? Finally, which categories are more
suitable for the study of the Islamic phenomenon and its inherent complexity? Should there
be a distinction between Islamic culture and religion– and if so, to what precise extent? Are
there attitudes susceptible of being described as authentic or inauthentic from an Islamic
viewpoint– and if so, on which basis? It is only by answering these questions– which must
be carefully reflected upon first– that one may better understand the Muslim world and its
present challenges.This course will serve as guide to understand the culture of Islam and
bridge the gaps and clear the misconceptions that people have about Muslims.
L.
Specialized Equipment or Supplies Needed:
Specialized equipment or supplies are not needed for course instruction.
M.
Answer the following questions using complete sentences:
1. Does the course require additional human resources? (Please explain)
The course does not require additional human resources.
2. Does the course require additional physical resources? (Please explain)
No, additional physical resources are not required.
3. Does the course change the requirements in any particular major?
(Please explain)
No, the course does not change any major requirements.
4. Is the course replacing an existing course? (If so, list the course)
No, the course does not replace an existing course.
5. How often will the course be taught?
The course will be offered once a year.
6. Does the course duplicate an existing course in another Department or College? (If
the possibility exists, indicate course discipline, number, and name)
No, it does not duplicate an existing course in another Department or College.
7.
What is the recommended maximum class size for this course?
The recommended maximum class size for this course is 35.
N.
If the proposed course includes substantial material that is traditionally taught in another
discipline, you must request a statement of support from the department chair that houses
that discipline.
No, the proposed course does not include substantial material that is traditionally taught in
another discipline.
O. Please identify if you are proposing to have this course considered as a menu course for
General Education. If yes, justify and demonstrate the reasons based on the categories for
General Education. The General Education Committee must consider and approve the
course proposal before consideration by the UCC.
For now, it will not be proposed for consideration as menu course for General Education in
Humanities and Multi-Cultural Awareness.
P.
Provide Approval Form (electronically).
Media of