Explore Museum suggestions for where to begin teaching about the Holocaust. We include resources for teaching with limited class time, for English/Language Arts, and for History classes.
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Find key resources including guidelines for teaching about the Holocaust, learning objectives, and introductory teaching materials.
Explore lesson plans and training materials organized by theme to use in your classroom.
Find lesson plans created for distance learning, lessons compatible with learning management systems, videos with viewing guides, and more.
The Museum offers a variety of programs dedicated to promoting accurate and relevant teaching of the Holocaust.
• Professional Development Training Videos
• Belfer National Conference for Educators
• Museum Teacher Fellowship Program
• Holocaust Institute for Teacher Educators
• Conference for Holocaust Educators Centers
These videos explore the experiences of Holocaust survivors, the Museum’s collections, and Holocaust history.
Download poster sets, covering topics like propaganda and the roles of individuals during the Holocaust, to use in your classroom.
These Museum websites provide a variety of ways to learn and teach about the Holocaust and other genocides and mass atrocities.
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Learn about the Museum’s free educational resources and professional learning opportunities.