From the Prophet Muhammad to the Ottomans: A History of Medieval Islam


Dive into the story of Islam and gain a full understanding of the history, society and principles.

Created By

Laurence A

16-18
The Middle Ages

8 HOURS

8 LESSONS

From the Prophet Muhammad to the Ottomans: A History of Medieval Islam

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Course Overview



An introduction to the history of medieval Islamic societies, from the rise of Islam up to 1500 AD. It will follow the major political events in the history of the Muslim community and explore the development of key religious trends, cultural concepts and social institutions. The module will highlight the range of literary, artistic and scientific achievements of medieval Islamic civilizations. By using critical historical tools for examination of the Islamic past, it will seek to draw a multi-dimensional picture of complex and dynamic societies. Students will reflect on the religious, cultural, and social history of Islamic societies, and analyse traditional and modern narratives of Islamic history.

Course Content



8 LESSONS

8 HOURS Total Length

Lesson 1

Emergence of Islam in Arabia: 610 – 632

60 minutes

Lesson 2

The Arab Conquests and the Umayyads: 632–750

60 minutes

Lesson 3

The Abbasids: 750–950

60 minutes

Lesson 4

Slave Military Elites: 1000–1500

60 minutes

Lesson 5

The Ottomans and the Safavids: 1500–1800

60 minutes

Lesson 6

Sufism and the Mystical Tradition in Islam

60 minutes

Lesson 7

Women in Early Islam

60 minutes

Lesson 8

Non-Muslims Under Islam

60 minutes

Key Skills


Critical Thinking

Source Analysis

Essay Writing

Historical Analysis

Educator


Laurence A

Primary Educator

As a qualified teacher, Laurence uses his wealth of classroom experience and resources to lead primary-aged students through their learning using appropriate scaffolding and challenges.