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Inocencia perdida: las experiencias de los niños durante el Holocausto
Este curso de 10 semanas, dirigido por un especialista en el Holocausto, explora las experiencias de los niños durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Obtenga información única sobre el Holocausto a través de los ojos de los jóvenes y aprenda sobre sus vidas antes, durante y después.
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Nivel de inglés: desconocido
Grado de EE. UU. 5 - 8
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Join Us to Uncover the Powerful Stories of Children During the Holocaust. This 10-week course, taught by a Holocaust specialist, provides a unique and profound look at the Holocaust through the eyes of children. Understand their experiences, resilience, and the impact of this dark chapter in history.
10 lessons//10 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to the HolocaustUnderstand the historical context of the Holocaust. Learn about the rise of the Nazi regime and its impact on Jewish communities.Week 2Lesson 2The Lives of Jewish Children Before the HolocaustWhat was life like before the Holocaust happened for Jewish children in Europe?Week 3Lesson 3The Impact of Anti-Jewish Legislation and PropagandaLife didn't change all at once but slowly with the spread of misinformation. Understand how Nazi policies targeted Jewish children and their families. The effects of the propaganda and changes in the lives of Jewish children.Week 4Lesson 4Life in the GhettosLearn about the creation and conditions of the ghettos.Week 5Lesson 5Deportation and Life in Concentration CampsExamine the deportation process and life in concentration camps for children.Week 6Lesson 6The Angel of Death: Dr. Mengele's Experiments on Children.Life in the concentrations camps was often short and brutal but Dr. Mengele used children as test subjects for experiments.Week 7Lesson 7Resistance and ResilienceExplore acts of resistance and resilience among Jewish children.Week 8Lesson 8Liberation and AftermathUnderstand the liberation of the camps and the immediate aftermath for child survivors.Week 9Lesson 9Rebuilding LivesLearn about the efforts to rebuild lives and communities after the Holocaust.Week 10Lesson 10The Role of Memory and EducationReflect on the importance of remembering the Holocaust and educating future generations. Group reflection on what they’ve learned and how it has affected their perspective. Discussion on the importance of empathy, tolerance, and vigilance against discrimination.
- The goal of this class is to provide a deep understanding of the Holocaust through the experiences of children, highlighting their lives before, during, and after World War II. By focusing on their stories, the course aims to foster empathy, tolerance, and vigilance against discrimination while emphasizing the importance of memory and education in preventing future atrocities.
Allison Kisielis is a Holocaust educator and has studied and researched the Holocaust in multiple concentration camps in Europe. She has worked as a Holocaust educator and written many papers on the Holocaust. She was a Holocaust Educator Intern at Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust. She is an alumni of Syracuse University, 2016 and current Holocaust and Genocide Studies graduate student at Stockton University. In addition she has experience in research within a professional and global setting, completing additional research in Wroclaw, Poland and Prague, Czech Republic.
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Frecuencia: incluidoDetalles: Parents may request a completion certificate at the end of class. Students must attend all 10 classes to receive the certificate.
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Potentially Upsetting or Scary Content We will absolutely be talking about death, medical experiments, abuse, murder, mistreatment of humans, genocide, racism, discrimination, children being killed etc. We may see pictures and images that may include dead bodies and historically accurate nudity (they stripped victims down). While we will not show these kinds of images often they may come up in videos or be included in slide shows when it is important to the lesson. Students will be verbally warned prior to seeing these images. Introduction to the Holocaust Graphic descriptions of the Holocaust and its historical context. Discussion of the Nazi regime's rise to power and its impact on Jewish communities. The Lives of Jewish Children Before the Holocaust Personal stories of children who were later persecuted. The Impact of Anti-Jewish Legislation and Propaganda Detailed accounts of discriminatory laws and propaganda targeting Jewish families and children. Images and examples of anti-Jewish propaganda. Life in the Ghettos Descriptions of the harsh living conditions and suffering in the ghettos. Personal testimonies and possibly graphic images of life in the ghettos. Deportation and Life in Concentration Camps Graphic and distressing details about the deportation process and life in concentration camps for children. Accounts of extreme suffering, starvation, and death. Visual materials that may be upsetting. Resistance and Resilience Stories of brave but often tragic acts of resistance. Descriptions of the harsh consequences faced by those who resisted. Liberation and Aftermath Harrowing details of the conditions found upon liberation of the camps. Emotional accounts from child survivors about their immediate post-liberation experiences. Rebuilding Lives Difficulties faced by survivors in rebuilding their lives and coping with trauma. Stories of loss and long-term psychological impact.
"Night" by Elie Wiesel A memoir by Elie Wiesel, a Holocaust survivor, that provides a personal account of his experiences in concentration camps as a teenager. "The Diary of Anne Frank" The diary of Anne Frank, a Jewish girl who hid from the Nazis in Amsterdam. It offers a poignant perspective on the daily life and fears of a young girl during the Holocaust. "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry A historical novel that tells the story of a young Danish girl who helps her Jewish friend escape the Nazis. It is accessible for younger readers. United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) The museum's website offers extensive educational resources, including testimonies, photographs, and primary documents related to children's experiences during the Holocaust. USHMM Website Yad Vashem: The World Holocaust Remembrance Center Yad Vashem provides educational materials, survivor testimonies, and a dedicated section on children's experiences during the Holocaust. Yad Vashem Website "I Have Lived a Thousand Years: Growing Up in the Holocaust" by Livia Bitton-Jackson A memoir of a young girl's survival through the horrors of Auschwitz, offering a detailed and personal account of her experiences. "The Hidden Children: The Secret Survivors of the Holocaust" by Jane Marks A collection of personal stories from children who survived the Holocaust by hiding, providing diverse perspectives on their experiences. "Hana's Suitcase" by Karen Levine The story of Hana Brady, a young Holocaust victim, and the search for her story by a Japanese Holocaust education center. It highlights the impact of the Holocaust on children. "Survivors: True Stories of Children in the Holocaust" by Allan Zullo and Mara Bovsun A compilation of true stories from children who survived the Holocaust, written for a younger audience. Facing History and Ourselves An organization that offers comprehensive educational resources and lesson plans on the Holocaust, with a focus on promoting empathy and understanding. Facing History and Ourselves Website These resources provide a wide range of perspectives and materials that can enhance understanding of the Holocaust, particularly through the experiences of children. "Children With a Star: Jewish Youth in Nazi Europe" by Deborah Dwork An academic study that examines the lives of Jewish children in Nazi-occupied Europe, providing historical context and personal stories. "Salvaged Pages: Young Writers' Diaries of the Holocaust" edited by Alexandra Zapruder A collection of diaries written by young people during the Holocaust, offering primary source material and scholarly commentary. "The Holocaust and the Book: Destruction and Preservation" edited by Jonathan Rose Explores the fate of books and written culture during the Holocaust, including children's literature and educational materials. "Children of the Holocaust: Conversations with Sons and Daughters of Survivors" by Helen Epstein Interviews with the children of Holocaust survivors, exploring the intergenerational impact of trauma. "Holocaust Education: Contemporary Challenges and Controversies" edited by Stuart Foster, Andy Pearce, and Alice Pettigrew A scholarly analysis of Holocaust education, addressing contemporary issues and methodologies in teaching about the Holocaust. "Witness: Voices from the Holocaust" edited by Joshua M. Greene and Shiva Kumar A compilation of testimonies from Holocaust survivors, including many who were children during the events. "Holocaust: The Nazi Persecution and Murder of the Jews" by Peter Longerich A comprehensive history of the Holocaust, providing detailed analysis and context that can enhance understanding of children's experiences. "The War Against the Jews: 1933-1945" by Lucy S. Dawidowicz A detailed historical account of the Holocaust, offering insights into the broader context of Nazi persecution, including the impact on children. "Children in the Holocaust and World War II: Their Secret Diaries" edited by Laurel Holliday A collection of diary entries from children who lived through the Holocaust and World War II, providing primary sources for study. The Wiener Holocaust Library One of the world's most extensive archives on the Holocaust and Nazi era, offering a wealth of academic resources, documents, and research materials. The Wiener Holocaust Library Website
Experiencia y certificaciones del docente
2 los profesores tienen título de posgrado
Doctorado en Estudios religiosos desde Claremont Graduate University
Maestría en Educación desde Moreland University
Maestría en Historia desde University of California, Irvine
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20 US$
semanalmente o 200 US$ por 10 clases1 x por semana, 10 semanas
55 min
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Edades: 11-16
3-17 alumnos por clase