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About the Course

This course will discuss the developments in the Middle East from the early 20th century to the present. It will discuss the rise and retreat of Arab nationalism, the problems of internal cohesion of the Arab states, issues of religion and state, and the evolution of Islamist politics. It will also focus on the evolution of the Arab-Israeli conflict and its impact on the region and will conclude with an in depth analysis of the “Arab Spring” by placing these contemporary revolutionary events in their historical context. Please note that this course builds upon a previous course - The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part I (https://www.coursera.org/learn/modern-middle-east-1/home/welcome) Learn about the history of the Middle East for a deeper understanding of current regional developments! This course will temporarily close for enrollment from March 1st, 2022 to August 31st, 2022. During this time, the course will be closed for new enrolments. All of the course materials will continue to be able available to previously enrolled learners; however, the course staff will not provide support in the Discussion Forums during this period. Best, The Tel Aviv University Team...

Top reviews

MK

Jul 30, 2018

Excellent Course. Professor Susser does a thorough, careful job of bring the Middle East up to date to 2013 or so. Would love to see an additional week added dealing with developments up to today.

FA

May 7, 2020

A FASCINATING COURSE WHICH WAS MOST ENGAGING THROUGHOUT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COURSE. IT REALLY HELPS TO PUT INTO CONTEXT THE CONFLICT IN THE MIDDLE EAST THAT IS STILL VERY MUCH ONGOING.

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By John W

Jan 22, 2021

I thoroughly enjoyed this course. The content is challenging but very clearly presented where both sides of an argument are put forward allowing the student to draw their own conclusions. Thank you very much.

By Christopher W

Dec 16, 2016

This course was thorough and non-bias look at the modern Middle East. A great two part course to help anyone better understand what is going in the region today, and how the events transpired from WWI onward.

By FRANK A

May 8, 2020

A FASCINATING COURSE WHICH WAS MOST ENGAGING THROUGHOUT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COURSE. IT REALLY HELPS TO PUT INTO CONTEXT THE CONFLICT IN THE MIDDLE EAST THAT IS STILL VERY MUCH ONGOING.

By Najib A A A A

Nov 5, 2022

This course has taught me a lot of real and honest political and historical concepts and I have a lot of misconceptions, thanks for this wonderful course and the frank presentation of Dr.

By Marius P

Feb 5, 2018

Both part 1 and 2 are great courses and can be recommended, to anyone who wishes for a deeper understanding of the underlying events that have led to the Middle East we see today.

By Andrea C

Feb 28, 2021

Amazing course. For all the people passionate about History and the Middle East this course is a must.

Prof. Asher Susser is a great teacher. Thank you Prof. Susser.

By MARCIO P D A

Jan 28, 2016

Professor Asher Susser is wonderful!

It is amazing to have the opportunity to study such high quality classes.

Thank you very much and best wishes from Brazil! :)

By Karen A D

May 29, 2016

An excellent course for getting an understanding of what's happening in the Middle East today. It's a very balanced an comprehensive treatment of the subject.

By SERDAR B

Jan 20, 2018

It would be much informative if the lectures are in chronogical order (year wise) instead of region (country wise). I think there should be Part III as well.

By Mary F H

Apr 5, 2016

This was a brilliant course that has given me, for the first time, an understanding of the history of and issues in the Middle East. I highly recommend it.

By Tania O L

Jun 8, 2020

I learnt a lot about the root of the conflicts in Middle East and I can now understand why there are still issues in that part of the world. Great course.

By Mahmoud M M M

Apr 13, 2019

<3 I'm very very very recommended this course, he teach you the history in a juice. This man is amazing someone and very useful. God bless you <3

By thomas e

Dec 4, 2015

Thanks for this enlightening course! I understand much better than before what has been going on for two centuries in the middle east.

By David H

Nov 22, 2019

This course continues with where part one ended and is full of historical facts and conclusions. Very interesting and a great course.

By Aakash A

Sep 14, 2017

A complete and thorough journey from the Ottoman Empire to the Arab Spring with significant emphasis on the Arab-Israeli conflict.

By Rick M

Mar 4, 2016

Excellent overview, well presented. Greatly increased by understanding of the all the dynamics at work in the Middle East.

By RICHARD J Y

Jan 9, 2023

Informative, interesting, intense, well presented. Should be required for all diplomatic personnel deploying to Mid-east.

By Atul Y

Apr 26, 2020

Excellent course delivery. Both the lectures as well as the pdf transcript were of great quality. Thanks to Prof. Asher.

By Alfonso M

Oct 17, 2016

Thank you for this overview of the history of the Middle-East. It makes the current situation there clearer

By Gary

Dec 16, 2020

Knowledgeable professor showing a systematic and comprehensive picture of the Middle Eastern landscape.

By Nicky J

Jul 11, 2021

This was a great class. The professor had so much knowledge and he made it easy to follow along

By John K

Dec 13, 2020

I enjoyed this course and found it to be very informative and relevant. Definitely recommended.

By Glenn O

Jun 23, 2016

Extremely good course, with the ability to impart an abundance of information in a short format.

By Alex R

Jan 3, 2016

Very interesting course - loaded with insights and information. Thank you very much prof. Susser

By Mala

Sep 26, 2023

An excellent course that objectively analyses complex issues of the History of the Middle East.