Curated OER
University of Texas: India: Religions
On this fascinating map of India from the Perry Castaneda Collection, you can read bar graphs that show the percentage of religions practiced in each state and union territory of India.
BBC
Bbc: Sunni and Shia Muslims
An informative site to help explain the differences between Sunni and Shia (Shiite) Muslims. Discusses their beginnings and their split into two differently thinking groups.
Other
The Pew Forum on Religion: Muslim Americans: A Survey
A summary of a survey taken on Muslim Americans done in 2007 that reveals they are glad to be living in the United States and they are moderate in their religious beliefs.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Somali Muslims in Maine
In this video segment from Religion & Ethics Newsweekly, view the reactions of citizens from Lewiston, Maine as Somali immigrants settle in their community. [9:39]
University of Pennsylvania
Building Muslim Spaces in a Secular Society: African Muslims in Philadelphia
A collection of links to Islamic organizations and events for Muslims in Philadelphia, including groups, schools, and mosques.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Baha'is
The Baha'i faith originated from one of the sects within the Shiite Muslim religion in Iran. The Baha'i religion developed directly from the Babis, an extremely militant sect willing to die to convert the people of the world to their...
Islami City
Islami City: Understanding Islam and the Muslims
This resource provides a wealth of information regarding Islam. Content answers questions such as "What is Islam?," "Who are the Muslims?," "What is the Qur'an?," and much more.
BBC
Bbc: Muslim Prayer Movements in Pictures
A series of photos illustrating the Muslim prayer movements which are used during the day as part of the Five Pillars of Faith. A Muslim must pray five times a day facing Mecca.
Other
Look Lex Encyclopedia: Bahrain: Religions
An interesting look at the religions and ethnic groups that make up the country of Bahrain where the majority of the population is Muslim of the Shi'i sect.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Ibn Rushd Religion & Philosophy
Online text by Ibn Rushd. "This text is known in English as 'On the Harmony of Religions and Philosophy,' in Arabic 'Kitab fasl al-maqal,' with its appendix Damina). Also appended is an extract from Kitab al-kashf`an manahij al-adilla."...
Jewish Museum
The Jewish Museum: Jewish and Muslim Connection [Pdf]
The Jewish Museum of New York City presents the "Jewish and Muslim Connection" a curriculum guide for the study of cultural and historical connections between two religions.
CBS
Cbs News: Religions
An interactive map that gives an overview of the different religions that make up Iraq. Shows where each religion is concentrated and what areas of the country it controls.
British Library
British Library: Sacred Texts: Elements of the Abrahamic Faiths
This is a uniquely creative multimedia wheel of the the many elements of the Abrahamic Faiths. The main topics on the wheel include ceremonies, worship, chronology, faith,& living. Additional sub-topics are included making this a...
BBC
Bbc: Sunnis and Shias
A quick guide to discovering the differences between Sunnis and Shias, both members of the Muslim religion. Describes what each branch believes in; both their shared beliefs and their differences.
University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas: Religions of India
A focus on the religions of India. (Hindu 80.5%, Muslim 13.4%, Christian 2.3%, Sikh 1.9%)
Other
Muslim Women's League: Welcome to the Muslim Women's League
Addresses a multitude of topics pertaining to women and "the values of Islam", including dress, equality, and violence.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Mauritania: Religion
Brief description of the religious beliefs of the people of Mauritania. Be sure to click on the topics to find out more about Islam in general and the sects that are prevalent in Mauritania.
Other
Anti Discrimination Committee: Facts About Arabs
This site offers facts on Arabs, the Arab world, Arab Americans, Muslims, the Muslim world, and the Middle East. It includes a list of famous Arab Americans and links to relevant lesson plans, an online quiz, and maps.
BBC
Bbc Religion and Ethics Homepage: Ottoman Empire (1301 1922)
A discussion of the Ottoman Empire that wraps up many key facts about the empire's history, including factors that contributed to its rise and fall, its Islamic traditions, the role of trade, and territorial claims.
Smart History
Smarthistory: Introduction to Islam
Features a summary of the Islam religion and the life and death of Muhammad the Prophet. With links to additional resources.
Other
Cordoba Initiative
The Cordoba Initiative is a multi-national, multi-faith organization dedicated to improving understanding and building trust among people of all cultures and religions.
BBC
Bbc: Cbbc Newsround Special Report: Islam
A special report, published by the BBC news division just for kids, provides a short guide on the history, beliefs, and practices of Islam. Additional features include interviews with Muslim youth in different countries and diaries of...
PBS
Pbs: The Road North
This site is an account of the fighting that broke out in northern Nigeria when a Christian writer had noted that "The Prophet Muhammed would surely have picked one of the Miss World contestants as his wife." To Muslims, this was...