PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Industry and Islam
This Wide Angle video segment explores economic and religious development in Kayseri, a city in central Turkey.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Life of Muhammad
This resource gives the basic facts on the life of Muhammad.
Princeton University
Princeton University: Maps of the Islamic Middle East
This site from the Princeton University includes a map collection from Roolvink's "Atlas of the Middle East" with a variety of historical maps on Islam.
University of California
Ucla: Manas: History and Politics of the Mughal Empire
This article surveys the Mughal Empire of India (1526-1857) and traces its origins, names its rulers, and provides historical illustrations and a map.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Wide Angle: Diverse Turkish Women
This Wide Angle video segment compares two women in Turkey, one from a more religious family, and the other from a more secular family. [3:51]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Political Debate in Turkey
A hot topic of debate in Turkey is the possibility of an increasingly Islamic state in this historically secular country. Learn more in this video from Wide Angle.
ArtLex
Art Lex: Islam and Islamic Art
A dictionary entry for Islam and Islamic art with numerous illustrations of representative works in all media, including architecture, ceramics, metalwork, textiles, and manuscripts. Includes useful cross-references to related terms and...
British Library
British Library: Expressions of Faith: Islamic Manuscripts
A series of seven Islamic manuscripts from various time periods with illustrations and written commentary.
BBC
Bbc: Who's Who in Iraq: Ayatollah Sistani
This profile focuses on the role of Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani in Iraqi politics and government. (26 August 2004)
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Islam, the Quran, and the Five Pillars
Gain insight into Islam- the people, the places, the practices, and the historical significance. [12:52]
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: The Rise of Islam: C. 600 1453 a.d.
Unit on the Rise of Islam created by AP History teacher, Tom Richey, engages us in the hisotry of Islam and includes E-lecture, videos, lesson guide and primary source material.
PBS
Islam: Empire of Faith: Five Pillars
Follow each of the five links to gain a deeper understanding of the Five Pillars of Islam.
PBS
Pbs: Islam: Empire of Faith
Provides information on the major tenets and beliefs of Islam such as God (Allah), the Five Pillars and more.
PBS
Pbs: Islamic Culture: Art
A study of Islamic culture, art and architecture taken from the PBS show on Islam "Islam: Empire of Faith".
PBS
Pbs: Islamic Biographies: Mohammad
A series of short biographies on major figures in Islam and the Islamic world such as Muhammad, Saladin and others.
PBS
Pbs: Lesson Plans Applicable to the Study of Islam
A series of five lesson plans designed around the PBS documentary "Islam: Empire of Faith." The lessons cover the life of Muhammad, beliefs of the faith, innovations and technological advancements of Islamic origin, Islamic textile...
PBS
Pbs: Views and Ideas of Muhammad
A series of six articles dealing with Muhammad and Islam. The topics include: women, violence and jihad, other religions, America, the Qur'an and the Jews of Medina. Requires the Real Player plug-in.
PBS
Pbs: Common Western Stereotypes About Islam
A short but highly informative article which looks at the many mis-perceptions in American society regarding Islam and its followers. Some of the topics explored include the idea whether or not Islam is a "violent" religion and the role...
PBS
Pbs Wide Angle: Suppression or Liberation
A PBS lesson plan for high school teachers that helps students explore the basic beliefs and practices of Islam. The topic of women's modesty, the hijab and modern society are also topics. All materials and resources are available on the...
Other
Muhammad Alexander Russel Webb: 1846 1916
A brief biography of Muhammad Alexander Russel Webb, a writer who accepted Islam and wrote about his journey to Islam in "Islam - Our Choice." Includes an excerpt from his writing.
Other
Spread of Islam in West Africa: Rahman Doi
A very in-depth essay about the spread and Influence of Islam in West Africa. Organized into the following sections - "Spread of Islam in West Africa," "Islam in the ancient empire of Ghana," "Islam in the empire of Mali," "Islam in the...
Other
Fasting, According to the Five Schools of Islamic Law
This website discusses how the Five Schools of Islamic Law view fasting, which is one of the Pillars of Islam. Shows how each School of Islamic Law has different views towards an obligatory task of all Muslims. Specifically talks about...
Other
Islam 101: Allah the One God
Good website providing various information about God as viewed in Islamic tradition. Includes pages on the following topics: "The Question of God," "Concept of God in Islam," and "Attributes of God."
Other
Islam 101: The Islamic Laws of Inheritance
This essay discusses how Islamic law views wills and inheritance. Provides several quotes from the Quran and lists some of the major rules of inheritance and exclusion of heirs.