Paula Cowan, Henry Maitles Understanding and Teaching Holocaust Education

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The Holocaust is a controversial and difficult teaching topic that needs to be approached sensitively and with an awareness of the complex and emotive issues involved. This book offers pragmatic pedagogical and classroom-based guidance for teachers and trainee teachers on how to intelligently teach holocaust education in a meaningful and age-appropriate way.Key coverage includes: Practical approaches and useful resources for teaching in schools Holocaust education and citizenship Holocaust remembrance as an educational opportunity How to explore the topic of anti-semitism in the classroom Exploring international perspectives on holocaust education