INTRODUCTION TO THE CLASS

In Class:

VIEW:

1. What is Culture? NEAR E 334 WHAT IS CULTURE.pptx

At Home:

Before the next class, read, view, and complete the assignments below

^{ARAB ORIGIN, IDENTITY AND VALUES}

READ: FRANGIEH 01 ARAB ORIGIN, IDENTITY, AND VALUES.pdf

VIDEOS:

1. The Arab World, Heritage and Civilization

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gg-oyrOFosY

2. The Global Significance of Arabic Language and Literature - 1st Annual

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ys0KOcUe1aI&t=1476s

3. Edward Said Conversation with Bill Moyers

Arab Identity, Culture & Values PART 1 (2008-2009 Season)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3GWwcge-wzw&t=1358s

Arab Identity, Culture & Values PART 2 (2008-2009 Season)

The Arab World, Heritage and Civilization

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gg-oyrOFosY

Are Middle Easterners and North Africans the Same Race?

Assignments:

- Reading and Viewing Response 1: Reading Response 1
- Discussion Board 1: DISCUSSION BOARD 1