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Exploring World Religions, Focus on Islam through the Exhibit "The Art of the Qur’an: Treasures from the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts"
Saturday, November 5, 2016 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Teaching about world religions through scriptural, literary, and artistic sources is an excellent way to introduce students to diverse religious traditions and culture. However, using such information in the classroom can often be challenging and confusing. Join fellow educators at a day-long workshop exploring this topic with a focus on Islam.

The morning session at Georgetown University focuses on guidelines, approaches, and resources for teaching about religions, and the beliefs, practices, and values of Islam as they relate to the Qur'an.

The afternoon session at the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery explores diverse objects, including illuminated manuscripts of Islam’s holiest text, the Qur’an, from the Arab world, Turkey, Iran and Afghanistan in the special exhibition The Art of the Qur’an: Treasures from the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts.

Lunch and transportation between the two locations is provided. K-12 educators from all disciplines and grades are welcome. Space is limited to 25 participants. Registration on a first come, first served basis.

For full details go to http://ccas.georgetown.edu/exploring_world_religions