Warm Up Write down two things you know/think about Muslims/Islam or the Middle East Agenda Video/Blog PowerPoint/Notes Essay Exit Quiz

Warm Up - Honors Write down three things you know/think about Muslims/Islam or the Middle East Agenda Video/Blog PowerPoint/Notes Pamphlet activity Exit Quiz

Introduction to Islam Islam: Q & A About how many Muslims live in America? What is the holy book of Islam? What does the word mean in English? What are some similarities between Islam and Christianity? What are some differences between Islam and Christianity? What is one thing you learned from this video that you didn’t know before about Islam?

Ground Zero Mosque What happened on 9/11? What is ground zero? What is a mosque? Why might people be angry if a mosque is built by ground zero?

Warm Up - Honors Write down three things you learned yesterday about the religion of Islam Agenda Finish video/Blog PowerPoint/Notes Islam Pamphlet Exit Quiz

Ground Zero Mosque Ground Zero Mosque Video What are some arguments against building a Mosque? What are some arguments for building a Mosque? What does the Constitution say about freedom of religion? Do you think the Constitution can be overruled when a majority of society is opposed to something (even though it may be protected by the Constitution)?

Ground Zero Mosque You will blog on whether or not a Mosque should be built at ground zero. Go to my website and click on discussion tab Step 1 – Give your opinion and reasons why you think your opinion is correct Step 2 – Read other comments and refute them if you disagree

Warm Up Write down two things you learned yesterday about the religion of Islam Agenda Finish Essay PowerPoint/Notes Islam Pamphlet Exit Quiz

Ground Zero Mosque Essay Paragraph 1 – Explain the problem with building a Mosque near ground zero and give your opinion Paragraph 2 – Use facts from the video, the blog, and what was said in class to support your opinion Paragraph 3 – Give at least two arguments someone might have with your opinion and refute them Paragraph 4 – Summarize the issue and restate your opinion again

The World of Islam

I. Origins of Islam A. Before the arrival of Muhammad, most Arabs were polytheistic B. Muhammad – founder of Islam, seen as a prophet of Allah

I. Origins of Islam 1. Muslims believe God (Allah) spoke to Muhammad and wanted him to begin a new religion (Islam) C. Islam means “peace through submission to the will of Allah”

I. Origins of Islam D. Quran – the holy book of Islam. Contains laws for living the just life of a Muslim The Quran is like the Bible (Christians) or Torah (Jews)

II. Islamic Religion A. 5 Pillars of Islam 1. Belief – Declaration of belief in Allah (God)

II. Islamic Religion 1. Why did the girl in the video wear a hijab? 2. Who made her wear it? 3. What kind of problems did she face in school? 4. Were these problems she should have went through? 5. Would you wear the hijab if you were a Muslim woman?

II. Islamic Religion 2. Prayer – Prayer five times a day Muslims pray at dawn, noon, afternoon, sunset, and night Muslims always face the direction of Mecca during prayer and often use a prayer rug, or sajj ā da

II. Islamic Religion 3. Charity – Give money to charity (2.5% of income) 4. Fasting – Eating less during the month of Ramadan

II. Islamic Religion Ramadan in America 1. What does it mean to fast? 2. Why were the students fasting? 3. How did their classmates react? 4. Would you feel comfortable fasting at school?

II. Islamic Religion 5. Pilgrimage – Travel to Mecca (where Islam began) at least once a lifetime Journey to Mecca Why do Muslims travel to Mecca? What did you find most interesting about it?

II. Islamic Religion B. Shari’ah 1. Islamic code of law that applies the teachings of the Quran to people’s daily lives.

Warm Up What are some false ideas many Americans (maybe even your family/friends) have about Muslims? Why is it important that we educate ourselves about Muslims? Agenda PowerPoint/Notes Islam Pamphlet Mid Term Review Exit Quiz

III. The Arab Empire A. Islam was spread by warfare known as jihad 1. Jihad – “struggle in the name of God” B. Umayyad Dynasty 1. Spread Islam through Africa and most of Spain Dark Red - Expansion under Muhammad Pink - Expansion under Rashidun Caliphs Gold - Expansion during Umayyad Dynasty

III. The Arab Empire 2. The Umayyads were defeated in France (the Battle of Tours). This stopped Islamic expansion in Europe. Do you think this picture was painted by an Muslim or Christian artist?

III. The Arab Empire C. Internal conflicts led to a split in Islam 1. Shia Muslims – believe only direct descendants of Muhammad should be Muslim rulers 2. Sunni Muslims – believe any follower may be a Muslim ruler

IV. Muslim Society & Culture A. Muslim women 1. Marriages were arranged by parents Grooms were to pay their brides to marry them (called a dowry)

IV. Muslim Society & Culture Muslim Women According to the speaker, why do Muslim women hide the way they look? Why is this so different from the way most American women feel about appearance?

IV. Muslim Society & Culture B. Islamic achievements 1. Astrolabe – instrument used by sailors to determine their location by using the stars a. This invention made it possible for European explorers to discover the Americas 2. Advances in mathematics led to what we know today as algebra 3. The modern layout of cities comes from ancient Muslim cities

IV. Muslim Society & Culture Aladdin Based on what we’ve learned about Muslim society and culture, what are some inaccuracies Disney included in this film clip Why could these inaccuracies be dangerous to American society?

Islam Pamphlet Sections 1. Decorated cover with picture 2. Culture (religion of Islam) 3. Area (where Islam began & spread) 4. Politics (rulers of Muslim dynasties/forms of government) 5. Economic (who Muslims traded with, what they traded, why it was important) 6. Social (how Muslims treated women & slaves, Muslim dress) **You also need to include five vocabulary words bolded in notes (underline them)!**