This is a 15-20 page critical analysis paper. The paper will examine a particular event or organization that has been active within the Islamic world. You will have to clear the topic with me before you start your research. Additionally, you will have to confer with me twice during the term to demonstrate your progress and what you have found so far. You may not use Wikipedia at all. Please use scholarly articles and current news articles. In writing all essays and research paper, the student must use academically valid sources, and use of a scholarly format. For this class we will use the APA format for citations. The student should use at least 4 sources for the paper. Students should follow the research process to formulate a topic, develop a position, using a well- reasoned argument. Students are encouraged to use the writing process to develop an outline, drafts, and revisions.