Deepen students’ understanding of the issue of migrant detention by having them consider the diverse perspectives of detained migrants, an immigration lawyer, a border guard, and an immigration judge.
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Family Separation at the U.S. Border
Inform students about the Trump administration’s family separation policy and help them emotionally process the human side of this news story.
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Fishbowl Discussion
In a fishbowl discussion, people seated inside the circle actively participate by asking questions and sharing their opinions, while those standing outside listen carefully to the ideas presented.
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Fostering Civil Discourse
In the aftermath of a divisive United States presidential election and ongoing issues related to race, justice, and policing, educators are rightly concerned about the lessons that today’s middle and high school students might be absorbing.
Educators have an essential role to play in creating classrooms where students learn to listen respectfully to different opinions and experiences, try out ideas and positions, and give—and get—constructive feedback without fear or intimidation.
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Genocide & Mass Violence
Genocide Still Happens
Reflect with your students on what we can do to stop ongoing atrocities and prevent genocide from happening again.
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Global Summit on Democracy and Education
Invitees will examine current threats against liberal democracy faced by societies while reinforcing the value of global cooperation, learning, and citizenship.
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Global Summit on Facing the Violent Past
Learn about Facing History's 2019 Global Summit on Facing the Violent Past being held in Stellenbosch, South Africa.
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Graffiti Board Example
In a Graffiti Board activity, several students write their questions and comments about a topic on a shared space.
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Holocaust
Historical Context for Night
Explore the history of events that shaped the world of Wiesel’s memoir with this interactive timeline.
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Historical Context for Schindler's List
Explore the history of events behind the film Schindler's List with this interactive timeline.
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How the World Votes: India’s Election and Access to Polling Places
Explore ideas around access to voting by learning about India’s general election and the country’s commitment to ensuring that all voters are close to a polling station.
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Bullying & Ostracism
How to Bring Spoken Word Poetry into the Classroom
For National Poetry Month, introduce students to spoken word poetry and explore its power to give voice to issues that impact our communities.
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