Understanding The HC’s Genocide Model: Breakdown and Printable Poster
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 institutions at the macro-level.
Download this breakdown of the Genocide Model, including a printable poster of the model for your classroom.
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Intentional Design and Architecture of The HC
The Zekelman Holocaust Center (The HC) was established in 1984 by local Holocaust survivors whose goal was to create a community and memorialize their loved ones who were murdered during…
Understanding The HC’s Peace Model: Breakdown and Printable Poster
Why do we learn about genocide? To prevent it and to imagine a different, more peaceful world. This model helps us envision that reality. The Peace Model, created by The…
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…
Template for Designing a Holocaust and Genocide Education Plan
This planning tool guides educators in developing thoughtful, standards-aligned lessons on the Holocaust and genocide. It helps teachers design meaningful instruction through a series of reflective and practical prompts about…
