Contemporary Arab Thought (prompt provided below)

Examine and discuss aspects/elements/manifestations of three ideologies (Liberalism, communism/marxism, nationalism (panarabism) and conservatism) of the ones that we studied in the course and you can see in your own country, Qatar or an Arab country (Egypt, Syria or Iraq are good examples) of your choice. To do this: Identify the political, economic, social, religious and cultural aspects that you would attach to each of these ideologies, and compare/contrast them to the ideas offered by some of the thinkers we discussed in the course. This essay intends to encourage you to think critically and discuss the present situation one Arab country (or more if you wish) using the knowledge that you have gained in the course. There is no black and white answers in such a discussion so free your thoughts and insights the way like as long as they are supported and well argued. Build your argument confidently and bring to the discussion the strong points that have attracted your attention and stimulated your mind, referring and using the ideas and thinkers you have known by now. Rubrics Following the below positive criteria gains you more marks Structure: a clear introduction that highlights objectives and roadmap of the essay; the main argument and discussion follow a logical sequence and makes good use of signposting; a good conclusion. (Roadmap) Argument: Essay answers the question and stays relevant to it (without going astray!); topic accurately covered in depth; ideas used analytically with originality and independent thoughts. Style & presentation: Systematic referencing and citation is used properly and systematically; bibliography correctly formatted and presented; broad use of suitable references and resources. Language & syntax: Fluently and clearly written; adequate punctuation and spelling. The readings uploaded could be used and other credible sources are recommended.