Foundations
Gain a broader understanding of the region’s geography, history, and religion with modules produced by scholars from the University of Chicago.
The Geography of the Middle East
Explore the diverse physical geography of the Middle East and its effects on ancient cultures and modern countries.
MODULE OVERVIEW
Geoff Emberling
Former Chief Curator, Oriental Institute Museum of the University of Chicago
The Origins of Civilization
Learn about one of the single most important developments in human history...
Gil Stein
Professor of Near Eastern Archaeology
The Golden Age of Islam
Trace the background and areas of achievement of classical Islamic civilization from 610 to 1258 CE.
Wadad Kadi
Avalon Foundation Distinguished Service Professor of Islamic Studies, Emerita, Department of Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations, University of Chicago
The Middle East As Net Exporter of Religion
Investigate the religious ideas of the ancient people of the Middle East...
Fred Donner
Professor of Near Eastern History, University of Chicago
