Module #1 Introduction to the Abbasid Golden Age Overview of the Abbasid Caliphate and its significance in Islamic history
Module #2 The Rise of the Abbasid Caliphate Political and social factors leading to the Abbasid revolution and the establishment of the Caliphate
Module #3 Baghdad:The Capital of the Abbasid Caliphate The planning and architecture of Baghdad, and its emergence as a center of learning and culture
Module #4 The Golden Age of Islamic Scholarship The contributions of scholars such as Al-Kindi, Al-Khwarizmi, and Ibn Sina to mathematics, astronomy, and medicine
Module #5 Translation Movement and the Preservation of Knowledge The translation of Greek and other ancient texts into Arabic and its impact on the development of Islamic science and philosophy
Module #6 Literary Achievements of the Abbasid Era The development of Arabic literature, including poetry, prose, and historiography, with a focus on authors such as Al-Mutanabbi and Al-Jahiz
Module #7 Architecture and Art of the Abbasid Period The characteristics and innovations of Abbasid architecture, including the use of arches, domes, and calligraphy
Module #8 The Development of Islamic Philosophy The emergence of Islamic philosophy, including the contributions of Al-Farabi, Ibn Sina, and Ibn Rushd
Module #9 Science and Technology in the Abbasid Era Advances in fields such as optics, chemistry, and engineering, and the inventions of scientists such as Ibn al-Haytham and Al-Jazari
Module #10 Mathematics and Astronomy in the Abbasid Era The contributions of mathematicians and astronomers such as Al-Khwarizmi, Ibn Yunus, and Al-Biruni to our understanding of the universe
Module #11 Medicine and Health in the Abbasid Era The development of medical science, including the contributions of physicians such as Ibn Sina and Ibn al-Nafis
Module #12 The AbbasidCourt and its Culture The role of the Caliphs court in patronizing the arts and sciences, and the cultural achievements of the Abbasid elite
Module #13 The Spread of Islam and Cultural Exchange The expansion of Islam during the Abbasid era, and the cultural exchange between Muslims and non-Muslims
Module #14 The Cultural Legacy of the Abbasid Era The lasting impact of the Abbasid Golden Age on Islamic culture and civilization, and its legacy in the modern world
Module #15 Case Study:The House of Wisdom An in-depth examination of the House of Wisdom, a renowned center of learning and intellectual inquiry in Baghdad
Module #16 Case Study:The Works of Ibn Sina A close analysis of the writings and contributions of Ibn Sina, one of the most influential thinkers of the Abbasid era
Module #17 Case Study:The Architecture of Samarra An exploration of the architectural achievements of Samarra, a major city of the Abbasid Caliphate
Module #18 Comparative Analysis:The Abbasid Era and the Renaissance A comparison of the cultural achievements of the Abbasid Golden Age and the European Renaissance
Module #19 Debates and Controversies of the Abbasid Era An examination of the intellectual and theological debates that shaped the Abbasid era, including the Mutazila and Ashari schools
Module #20 The Decline of the Abbasid Caliphate The political and social factors that contributed to the decline and fall of the Abbasid Caliphate
Module #21 The Legacy of the Abbasid Golden Age in the Modern World The continued relevance and influence of Abbasid cultural achievements in contemporary Islamic thought and society
Module #22 Primary Sources:Readings from the Abbasid Era A selection of primary sources, including texts, letters, and poetry, that provide insight into Abbasid thought and culture
Module #23 Historiography of the Abbasid Era An examination of how historians have interpreted and represented the Abbasid era, including the contributions of authors such as Al-Tabari and Ibn Khaldun
Module #24 The Abbasid Golden Age in Popular Culture The representation of the Abbasid era in popular culture, including literature, film, and television
Module #25 Women and Gender in the Abbasid Era The roles and contributions of women in Abbasid society, including their participation in education, literature, and politics
Module #26 Slavery and Social Hierarchy in the Abbasid Era The institution of slavery and social hierarchy in Abbasid society, and their impact on cultural and intellectual production
Module #27 The Abbasid Era and the Islamic Sciences The development of Islamic sciences such as jurisprudence, theology, and mysticism during the Abbasid era
Module #28 The Abbasid Era and the Natural Sciences The study of the natural sciences, including botany, zoology, and geology, during the Abbasid era
Module #29 The Abbasid Era and the Arts The development of the arts, including music, dance, and calligraphy, during the Abbasid era
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Cultural Achievements of the Abbasid Golden Age career
