In two to three solid paragraphs, explain why the Shi’a split off from the Sunnis. What events led up to the split? What are the differences between them? Elaborate on these in your well-crafted paragraphs.
Specifics:
This homework assignment contributes to the following learning outcomes:
Attitudes
3. take personal responsibility for learning.
4. develop a sense of appreciation for multiculturalism.
Skills
1. read, write and speak critically and effectively about religious issues.
2. work maturely with diverse and conflicting religious views.
3. identify the presuppositions of religious doctrines.
5. develop a critical and appreciative awareness of religious ideas and practices.
6. engage in first hand experiential investigations of living manifestations of these religions such as worship services or mediation sessions.
Knowledge/Content
1. identify the basic ideas, practices and institutions of five or more different religions
4. read and discuss with comprehension some of the basic scriptures of these religions.
5. investigate major themes and events in the history and contemporary life of these religions.
8. analyze similarities and differences between religions and within the varieties within each religion studied.