Appendix B
7 Question Final Project Plan
What religion would you like to consider for your final project? Describe the place of worship you will visit.
The religion I have considered for my final project is Islamic. The place of worship I will visit is called Mosque, where Muslims come together for salat.
What do you already know about this topic?
I know some people that are Muslim and they do not eat pork because of their religion.
What resource will you use to find a place of worship for this religion?
I will use the internet to find a place of worship that is near my home.
What are some sources you could use to gain more knowledge about this religion?
The University Library and the Internet are good sources for me to gain more knowledge about this religion.
What type of materials do you expect to review for this project?
When I visit the Mosque I will have a chance to look at and review materials.
How will you gain access to the materials you need?
I will ask someone in the Mosque to show me these materials and give me information on them.
What difficulties do you anticipate in conducting an interview with someone of this faith?
I believe that conducting an interview with someone that is Muslim will be fairly easy, given the time period.
Create a list of 10 questions you would like to ask during the interview. 1. What are your spiritual beliefs, if any, and how do they affect your daily life?
2. What do you believe happens after death?
3. Is there a main religious book, if any, how often do you read it?
4. How important is the mosque to your religion and how often do you visit?
5. What are the important holidays and traditions of this religion?
6. How has religion shaped your life?
7. What are the challenges, if any, to practicing this particular religion?
8. Do you believe in sins, if so, is there punishments for sinning?
9. Do you have any fears that are associated with