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Democracy at Risk: Holocaust and Human Behavior

This workshop is now full. In this workshop, participants will study the fragility of democracy in Weimar Germany, the ensuing Holocaust, and the legacies of this history through an in-depth case study. This event will be hosted in-person.

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In today’s global climate, the urgency of sustaining democratic societies that are pluralistic, open, and resilient to violence is more pressing than ever. Facing History’s in-depth case study examines the fragility of democracy in Weimar Germany, the ensuing Holocaust, and the legacies of this history. Studying the Holocaust and Human Behavior case study allows students to wrestle with profound moral questions raised by this history while fostering their skills in ethical and moral reasoning, critical analysis, empathy, and civic engagement—all of which are critical habits of mind for sustaining democracy.

This workshop is open to school social studies and humanities teachers. Priority spaces are reserved for middle school educators. ISBE credit will be available.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided, vegetarian options will be included.

This event will be hosted in-person at the Erickson Institute.
Address: 451 N. La Salle Dr. Chicago, IL 60654

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