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Summer Institute Provides Holocaust History Resources to Educators in Kentucky
Kentucky history teachers are invited to participate in the Teaching About the Holocaust event hosted by the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center in Skokie, Illinois. The program is scheduled to take place from July 17th through July 21st. The event is designed to provide attendees with the resources, content, and literacy-based teaching strategies necessary to effectively teach Holocaust history.
The registration fee for the conference is $300 and includes breakfast and lunch for the duration of the event. Teachers interested in attending can visit the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center Summer Institute webpage for additional information. Financial assistance is also available for those who qualify. Interested educators must submit the 2023 Summer Institute: Financial Assistance form to be considered.
This program presents a unique opportunity for Kentucky educators to increase their knowledge of Holocaust history and its implications. Participants will learn best practices for teaching about the Holocaust, including authentic classroom learning activities and resources to support student engagement and understanding. Attendees will make connections to Kentucky’s academic standards and will be able to incorporate this into their daily lesson plans.
Overall, the Teaching About the Holocaust event provides a comprehensive learning experience that will help Kentucky educators improve their teaching strategies, expand their knowledge of Holocaust history, and connect with other professionals in the field. By participating in this program, educators will be better equipped to provide their students with a meaningful and authentic understanding of the Holocaust and the impact it had on the world.
