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Schedule a Presentation about American Muslims

To start the scheduling process, click on the Schedule button to select your presentation or panel below. Please allow two weeks advance notice for scheduling, and at least 45 minutes for a presentation or panel that includes time for questions and answers. If your request is a rush (less than two weeks away) or if you have questions about our online scheduling system, please feel free to contact Henry Millstein, ING Program Coordinator, at 408-296-7312 or Henry@ing.org.  Thank you.

Exploring Muslim Traditions and Practices (Grade 7 only) Ideal for the study of world history and geography in middle schools, this presentation teaches students about Muslim traditions and practices in relation to other major world religions. (45 minutes) Relevant to Content Standards for Grades 7

Getting to Know American Muslims and Their Faith In addition to providing an overview of Muslim practices, this presentation examines the issues of moderation and women’s rights, and the relation of Islam to other world religions, including Judaism and Christianity. (45, 60, or 90 minutes) Relevant to Content Standards for Grades 7, 8, 10, 11

A History of Muslims in America To supplement your U.S. History courses, consider this fascinating account of the lives and legacies of America’s earliest Muslims, including enslaved West Africans, early converts to Islam, and Muslim immigrants. (45, 60 or 90 minutes) Relevant to Content Standards for Grades 8, 11

Muslim Contributions to Civilization This presentation reviews various aspects of culture and knowledge which Muslims contributed to or passed down, including food, clothing, furniture, music, architecture, mathematics, medicine, astronomy, and more. (45, 60 or 90 minutes) Relevant to Content Standards for Grades 7, 9

Muslim Women in the U.S. and Around the World In this presentation, students learn about the role of women in Islam and important Muslim women in history and the modern world. Suitable for courses related to women studies, world religions and civil rights. (45 or 60 minutes) Relevant to Content Standards for Grade 11

Custom Presentation This presentation allows you to pick a specific focus that might not be included above. Once you order this presentation, we will contact you to discuss the details of your custom presentation. Relevant for Grades 7-12