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Rise of Islam

After the decline and collapse of the classical empires, new societies rose to take their place. A series of these states were inspired by a new religion, Islam. From its origins in Arabia, Islam quickly spread to the Sassanid empire in Persia and even into parts of the Byzantine Empire. Muslims, or “ones who have submitted” to the will of Allah, spread their religious convictions but also drew inspiration from the Persian, Greek, and Indian worlds. Eventually the dar al-Islam (“world of Islam”) would cover a cosmopolitan world ranging from Spain in the west to India in the east.
For your assignment today, you will work in groups no larger than 4 to create a PowerPoint on one of the topics provided at the bottom of these instructions. You will be graded on creativity, organization, and accuracy of the information. This assingment is due at the start of NEXT CLASS!!!

Steps to be Completed:
1. FInd your topic and organize your group together.
2. Discuss your topic and analyze the information together. Make sure you ALWAYS have a shared place where you keep, organize, and analyze the information together (ex: Google Doc)
3. Begin putting together your slideshow presentation
4. Make sure you have all the required elements.

Required Elements:
1. Design: Choose a creative theme for your Haiku Deck that lends itself well to your information.
2. Information: Make sure to adequately analyze all your required information.
3. Organization: You must break up your information into different slides. You will not have a lot of information on a single slide. Organize your information well enough so it is easily presentable.
4. Creativity: Use at least four different visuals to highlight and enhance your information.

Topics:

1. [CUL] Describe the core beliefs of Islam and how it was affected by other groups/religions.

2. [SB, CUL] Analyze the Islamic expansion (Islamic Imperialism) from 630-750 A.D.

3. [SB, SOC] Describe the rule of the Abbasid Caliphate.

4. [ECON, SB, ENV] Describe the trading empire established by Dar-al Islam. Be sure to include the growth of major trading cities, what/how they traded, and what technological advances happened due to trading.

5. [SOC, CUL] Describe the treatment of women under Arab culture and Islamic Law of Sharia.

6. [CUL] Describe how Muslims were influenced by Greek and Indian scholars.

Pick one of the easiest topics

1 answer

Considering the requirements and the topics provided, the easiest topic for a group presentation in terms of accessibility and available information could be:

Topic 4: [ECON, SB, ENV] Describe the trading empire established by Dar-al Islam. Be sure to include the growth of major trading cities, what/how they traded, and what technological advances happened due to trading.

Reasons for Choosing Topic 4:

  1. Rich Information: There is a wealth of historical data and research available regarding trade in the Islamic world, including detailed accounts of trading cities like Baghdad, Damascus, and Cairo.

  2. Visual Elements: The topic lends itself well to visuals—maps of trade routes (like the Silk Road), images of bustling market scenes, and depictions of goods traded (like spices, textiles, and precious metals).

  3. Interdisciplinary Approach: This topic touches on economics, geography, and technology, which provides opportunities to incorporate different viewpoints and aspects into your presentation.

  4. Impact and Legacy: The trading empire established by Dar-al Islam had a profound influence on the economy and culture across regions, making it a significant topic that can engage the audience.

Suggested Slide Organization:

  1. Slide 1: Title Slide

    • Title: "The Trading Empire of Dar-al Islam"
    • Group members' names

  2. Slide 2: Introduction

    • Brief overview of the importance of trade in Dar-al Islam.

  3. Slide 3: Major Trading Cities

    • Key cities such as Baghdad, Damascus, Cairo, and Cordoba.
    • Visual: Map showing these cities' locations.

  4. Slide 4: Types of Goods Traded

    • Overview of goods (spices, textiles, metals, etc.) and their origins.
    • Visuals: Images of goods.

  5. Slide 5: Trade Routes

    • Description of major trade routes (Silk Road, maritime routes) and their significance.
    • Visual: Diagram/map of trade routes.

  6. Slide 6: Technological Advancements

    • Innovations in navigation, shipbuilding, and currency.
    • Visual: Images of technological advancements.

  7. Slide 7: Cultural Exchange through Trade

    • How trade facilitated cultural exchange across regions.
    • Visual: Artifacts representing cultural exchange.

  8. Slide 8: Conclusion

    • Summary of the importance of the trading empire in shaping the Islamic world and beyond.

  9. Slide 9: References

    • List of sources used for the presentation.

This organization allows for clear communication of information while also being engaging and visually appealing. Encourage your group to collaborate on each slide, share research in a structured document, and divide tasks to ensure thorough analysis. Good luck with your assignment!