One of the most
comprehensive collections
of resources in Wisconsin,
a treasure trove of learning
about Islam, the Arab World,
and the Middle East. Enjoy
the riches!
*Note: Most of the resources listed on this page are familiar to me (Jay Harris), but some are not.
Anyone using these links is responsible for determining levels of balance, suitability, and value, especially when shared with students.
A long list of resources in Wisconsin, developed in 2003 by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction with assistance from Jay Harris.
Arab World and Islamic Resources. Books, films, workshops, and more.
Arab World Fest, in Milwaukee, by the Arab American Community of Wisconsin, Inc.
The International Museum of Muslim Cultures It is nice to know about this new resource, and the website offers a broad array of links that fill any gaps this page may have.
Middle East maps, University of Texas at Austin
Middle East Network Information Center, Center for Middle Eastern Studies, University of Texas at Austin. Strong outreach component.
Middle East Center, University of Pennsylvania. Strong outreach component.
Seeds of Peace, "dedicated to empowering young leaders from regions of conflict with the leadership skills required to advance reconciliation and coexistence."
The Middle East Peace Camp, a grassroots Arab and Jewish coalition.
UNESCO resources on the Middle East.
Resou and programs for educators and students.
Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Reach of War Articles in the New York Times Online
Global Connections: The Middle East Multiple resources by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Teaching About the Middle East Resources and contacts resulting from a conference session hosted by the Middle East Studies Association, a splendid resource unto itself.
The Middle East Policy Council High-level analysis of foreign policy in the region, teacher workshops, classroom resources, and more.
Saudi Aramco World Magazine A FREE magazine with great photos and articles about Islam, the Arab World, and the Middle East.
Teaching About Islam and the Arab World by the Friends of Morocco. Links to many sources.
Arab American Institute, "committed to the civic and political empowerment of Americans of Arab descent."
The Council on American-Islamic Relations, "an information and watchdog organization keeping track of discrimination against Muslims and Arab Americans."
Faith on the Line, a series by the St. Loouis Post Distpatch: "Muslims in the United States and around the world are grappling with tensions inside and outside their faith."
Middle East Research and Information Project "One of the most informative websites on Middle East politics, culture and society."
The University of Arizona Center for Middle Eastern Studies
K-12 outreach, info and resources.
The Foreign Policy Association, multiple resources including the annual Great Decisions series on world affairs and regional issues.
MidEast Web GateWay The "education" page may end up being one of your favorites, especially the various programs for peace education among Israeli/Jewish and Palestinian/Muslim youth.
Arab American Students in Public Schools One of many ERIC articles found in this database.
The Knowers Ark Educational Foundation, a RICH collection of web links and other resources.
Arab Culture and Civilization, sponsored by the National Institute for Technology and Liberal Education.
Pan Arab Directory, links galore.
The Choices for the 21st Century Program, Brown University -- fantastic curriculum resources and special programs for educators and students.
The Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies, University of Michigan (includes curriculum units designed by teachers at a 2002 institute)
National Geographic Xpeditions – various Middle East resources
Islamic Family Law, by the Emory Law School, sponsored by the Ford Foundation.
Islam Question & Answer, "to provide intelligent, authoritative responses to anyones question about Islam, whether it be from a Muslim or a non-Muslim."
Outreach World, Middle East resources
Ohio State University Middle East Studies Center (includes links to other such centers and a long list of resource materials)
Dar al Islam, “programs which benefit both Muslim and non-Muslim people of North America.”
History of Arab Music For a good mix of Middle East music downloads (from iTunes), see bottom of page.
Middle East – geographic region and numerous links
Mideast, Land of Conflict, a great CNN site
Global Connections: The Middle East – a wonderful website by PBS
Outreach World (see Middle East page)
Harvard Uni. Center for Middle Eastern Studies – outreach program
An outstanding Islamic studies website by a Professor at the Uni. of Georgia
Center for Middle Eastern Studies, Harvard Universitym – stunning photo essays
The Stanley Foundation: U.S. and the Muslim World program
Islamicity, recognized by the Gulf News as the "most popular site of its kind in the world." Offers a list of K-12 Islamic Schools in North America and Europe (not all inclusive -- for example, there is an Islamic school in Milwaukee not listed)
Neve Shalom ~ Wahat al-Salam, "a village in Israel established jointly by Jews and Palestinian Arabs of Israeli citizenship and engaged in educational work for peace, equality and understanding."
Search for Common Ground (see especially "The Shape of the Future" documentary and "Programmes," including the Middle East
U.S. Department of State Bureau of Near East Affairs
A Middle East simulation for students, by Shorewood High School
America-Mideast Educational and Training Services, Inc. (AMIDEAST) -- especially their "Educational Resources" and "Young Voices From the Arab World"
Madison Muslim Dawa Circle, "an organization formed to serve the people of Wisconsin in helping to understand more about the path of Islam."
Digest of Middle East Studies, UW-Milwaukee
Middle East Music Mix
Ata's prayer, Amanda Abizaid, Lebanon
Yemen Turkush, Murat Kaya & Huseyin Ozkilic. Brotherly (Kardesce)
Hedilou, Scott Wilson, Efendi the Mid-east Music of Scott Wilson
Bedouin’s Steps, Movses Panossian, Drum Circle
Oushak Taksim, Aram Gulezyan, The Oud: Music of the Near and Middle East
Ma Luf: For a Traveller, Salah el Mahdi, Tunisia and North Africa: Musical Arabesque
Asik Song 2, Turkey: Echoes of Anatolia - Music from Istanbul
Wahad Bas, Upper Egypt Ensemble, Egypt - A Musical Voyage
Raks Araby, Belly Dance!: The Best of George Abdo and His Flames of Araby Orchestra
From the Middle East, Oulad Hammou Sanae, Oriental Angels
Delali mantzaoutchi, Cheb Mami, Lazrag Saâni
Ode Le' Eli, Ofra Haza, Yemenite Songs
Adjem Blues, Kudsi Erguner, Islam Blues
Machi chaba, Cheb Mami, Dellali
Arab Ly, Sahar Nagy
Closing Prayer, Tanya Evanson, Invisible World
