Teaching Holocaust and Human Behavior DC Summer Seminar
Explore classroom-ready resources and teaching strategies grounded in Facing History's unique pedagogy to support students in studying the Holocaust. This event will occur in-person.
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Washington, D.C.
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About this event:
Multi-Session
Our multi-session professional learning series are designed for in-depth exploration of themes and topics that help educators strengthen their skills and competencies. Session information is included in the event details.
Instructor-Led
This professional learning event will be led by Facing History staff. When you register, you will receive instructions for how to attend the event.
This event qualifies for Certificate of Completion.
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Key Points
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This seminar is intended for middle and high school teachers of history, literature, and humanities.
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Content will focus on the foundational Facing History & Ourselves case study: Holocaust and Human Behavior.
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Facing History courses approach the study of history through the examination of human behavior and the impact of choices on historical outcomes.
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The lessons, strategies, and learning experiences are designed to guide educators to support students through the process of identifying universal themes among historical events while learning to recognize the specific context and particular choices that make every event unique.
About the Seminar
Studying the Holocaust and human behavior 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.
Attend this unique multi-day summer seminar in Washington, DC to experience how Facing History’s proven pedagogy and classroom-ready materials can support your efforts to increase student engagement and hone these essential skills. Grounded in our foundational Holocaust and Human Behavior case study, this seminar will expand your readiness to adopt Facing History programming.
Join us as we explore the integration of civic learning, literacy, and writing skills within the teaching of history. Along the way, you’ll get to know Facing History’s expert program staff and experience Facing History’s learning journey:
- Explore: Center students’ identities, voices, and lived experiences as they develop civic agency and responsibility.
- Learn: Build students’ civic knowledge and understanding by engaging them in inquiry and analysis of the complexities of history, human experience, and societal issues.
- Participate: Create opportunities for students to learn how to share their perspectives, exercise their voice, and raise awareness in informed and ethical ways using a variety of formats and media.
Participants will receive a free copy of The Holocaust and Human Behavior resource book and the Teaching Holocaust and Human Behavior curriculum unit.
About Facing History
We bring 50 years of experience to this work and a proven track record. Students in our classrooms report that a Facing History class motivated them to learn, and teachers trained in our approach report being more satisfied in the profession and demonstrate greater self-efficacy in creating student-centered classrooms.
Facing History invites you to experience directly how we can support you in creating classrooms where students thrive and succeed academically. Participants will engage in our professional learning through an in-person seminar anchored in our pedagogical approach to social studies and humanities, exploring our foundational case study, Holocaust and Human Behavior.
Cost to Attend: $50 registration fee. Scholarships are available.
Time: 8:30 AM - 3 PM ET for all 3 days.
Breakfast and lunch provided each day.
Application Deadline: Sunday, June 15, 2025
Location: University of the District of Columbia
4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
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This event qualifies for a Certificate of Completion.
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