5 Pedagogical Principles for Holocaust Education
This downloadable PDF guide outlines our five core pedagogical principles for Holocaust education: defining terms, teaching thematically, using primary sources, emphasizing the diversity of experiences, and creating a supportive learning environment. These principles aim to ensure accurate, empathetic, and impactful instruction that honors survivor voices and fosters critical thinking.
Use this guide as a helpful reference as you develop lessons and have discussions about the Holocaust in your classroom.
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Intentional Design and Architecture of The HC
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Rather than a time-based approach, The HC’s Genocide Model takes a sociological approach, looking at both individual agency at the micro-level and structural determinants reflected in collective norms, policies, and…
Understanding The HC’s Peace Model: Breakdown and Printable Poster
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Template for Designing a Holocaust and Genocide Education Plan
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