Learners explore the basic elements of Islamic art and create their own artistic calligraphy. In this Islamic art lesson, students discuss calligraphy and watch a video about Islamic art. Learners complete a response sheet for the video and an online text for the topic. Students work in groups to further their study of the Islamic art of calligraphy online. Learners teach each other about the art, sketch an example of the Tughra, practice the Arabic alphabet, and create their own calligraphy.