As you know, much of Mesopotamia is today Iraq, Persia became Iran.
Required reading:
1) http://news.nationalgeographic.com/2015/04/150414-why-islamic-state-destroyed-assyrian-palace-nimrud-iraq-video-isis-isil-archaeology/ (Links to an external site.)
2) http://news.nationalgeographic.com/2015/03/150312-isis-destruction-looting-ancient-sites-iraq-syria-archaeology/ (Links to an external site.)
The keyword is “iconoclasm.” That is the destruction of religious icons and other images or monuments for religious or political motives.
Iconoclasm happened in the past often around the world. ISIS is just a more recent example.
Instructions:
Using the internet, search for at least one example of Iconoclasm, post a link to the resource (just copy and paste the URL) and briefly explain ideologies and motives.
Prior to posting, please check that your finding has not already been posted by someone else.
Review what your fellow students posted and post at least two comments. All our discussion shall be an exercise of critical thinking. Hence, posting "I like what you said” does not score well. “I like what you said because … followed by an explanation … will score much better. You are required to log on several times to check what others wrote ( I can track your online activities). It could well be that there is no post yet at the beginning, so one has to be the first.
IMPORTANT
Discussion with your classmates is a vital part of learning online. In this course, you will participate in at least one class discussion in each module. Some modules have more than one discussion. These discussions are an imperative portion of the course as they are meant to replicate the discussions that would take place as if we were in a classroom.
You can find the discussion topics in the modules on the Modules page. You can also find them by clicking the Discussions link in the Course Navigation.
Discussion Parameters
Your posts in the discussion area should exhibit careful thought and logical reasoning and provide evidence for your position. Each post should be at least one well-developed paragraph (approximately 100 words or more). Use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar. The discussions must be completed by the due dates as stated in the Syllabus.
Replying to Other Students’ Posts & Rules of Netiquette
Please read and reply to the posts of at least two other students for each discussion. Your replies should offer new substantiated ideas or thoughtful questions.
I encourage friendly debate and disagreement, so do not be afraid to speak your mind. Always be mindful that your opinion is one of many and be respectful and courteous of others. Accepted standards of computer etiquette will be expected in this class. For information about computer etiquette, see the Core Rules of Netiquette (Links to an external site.).
Discussion Rubric (pts equal percentages)