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Participate in this asynchronous online course for a guided, facilitator-led exploration of Echoes & Reflections resources that support the teaching of historical and contemporary antisemitism in today’s classrooms. Antisemitism did not fade after World War II, but is a global phenomenon that continues to rise. Participation in this course will give you the tools needed […]

Immigrants have come to the United States throughout its history, arriving from many different places and for many different reasons. This lesson explores one group’s immigration story during a significant period of time: Jewish immigrants in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Register here.

Students are invited to join their teachers for this interactive exploration of Kristallnacht, the “Night of Broken Glass.”  In examining this watershed event in Holocaust history, it is essential to bring forward the stories of the people who lived through those dark days in November 1938. Using personal artifacts and historical resources, Sheryl Ochayon, Project Director […]

Rescue during the Holocaust was not the norm, but it is an important topic for students to examine as a way to illuminate the rare bright spots amidst the overwhelming darkness of this historical tragedy. Use this course to provide students with an opportunity to learn about the types of rescue that occurred in Nazi-occupied […]

The stories of non-Jews who were risked their lives to help Jews during the Holocaust are exceptional testaments to the human spirit. While a far too rare occurrence, these examples of bravery and sacrifice are an important lesson for students.  Join Sheryl Ochayon, Project Director at Yad Vashem, and Marc de Zwaan, high school history […]

This session examines the rich diversity of the Jewish American community in efforts to teach students about individual identities, as well as the impact Jewish Americans have on American society. Learning about Jewish diversity illustrates how identities of Jews, and all people, are multifaceted and how people’s unique combination of identities shape their experiences. Register […]