Module #1 Introduction to Modern Middle Eastern History Overview of the course, key themes, and historical context
Module #2 The Ottoman Empires Decline and World War I The Ottoman Empires role in WWI, its impact on the Middle East, and the subsequent treaties
Module #3 The Rise of Nationalism in the Middle East The emergence of nationalist movements in the region, including Arab, Turkish, and Iranian nationalism
Module #4 The Sykes-Picot Agreement and its Consequences The secret agreement that shaped the modern Middle East, and its lasting impact on regional borders and politics
Module #5 The Creation of Modern Turkey The Turkish War of Independence, the founding of the Republic of Turkey, and Atatürks reforms
Module #6 The Middle East in the Interwar Period Regional politics, international relations, and the rise of fascist and authoritarian regimes
Module #7 The 1948 Arab-Israeli War and its Aftermath The creation of the State of Israel, the displacement of Palestinians, and the regional response
Module #8 The Cold War and the Middle East The regions role in the global Cold War, proxy wars, and superpower rivalries
Module #9 Nasserism and Arab Nationalism Gamal Abdel Nassers rise to power, his pan-Arab ideology, and its impact on regional politics
Module #10 The Iranian Revolution of 1979 The overthrow of the Shah, the rise of the Islamic Republic, and its implications for the region
Module #11 The Iran-Iraq War and its Consequences The longest conventional war of the 20th century, its impact on the region, and the role of external powers
Module #12 The Gulf Wars and the Kuwait Crisis The Iraqi invasion of Kuwait, the US-led response, and the aftermath
Module #13 The Rise of Political Islam The growth of Islamist movements, their ideologies, and their influence on regional politics
Module #14 The Arab-Israeli Peace Process The history of peace talks, agreements, and setbacks, including the Oslo Accords and Camp David Summits
Module #15 The Invasion of Iraq and its Aftermath The US-led invasion, the collapse of Saddams regime, and the subsequent insurgency and political instability
Module #16 The Arab Spring and its Consequences The wave of protests, uprisings, and regime changes across the region, and their ongoing impact
Module #17 The Syrian Civil War and its Humanitarian Crisis The complexities of the conflict, the role of external powers, and the devastating humanitarian consequences
Module #18 The Rise of the Islamic State The emergence of ISIS, its ideology, and its impact on the region and global security
Module #19 Regional Responses to the Refugee Crisis The humanitarian response to the Syrian Civil War, and the challenges faced by host countries and the international community
Module #20 Turkeys Role in Modern Middle Eastern Politics Turkeys evolving foreign policy, its relations with regional actors, and its role in conflicts and crises
Module #21 The Impact of Oil and Energy on Middle Eastern Politics The role of oil and energy in shaping regional politics, economies, and international relations
Module #22 Womens Rights and Gender in the Modern Middle East The struggle for womens rights, gender equality, and the challenges faced by women in the region
Module #23 The Future of the Middle East:Challenges and Opportunities The ongoing challenges facing the region, and potential opportunities for reform, cooperation, and growth
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Modern Middle Eastern History career
