Professional Development
Professional Development for Teachers
Teaching the Holocaust can be daunting. The amount of information can be overwhelming and time available can be limited. Further, the Holocaust is a dark period in human history, how does one teach with sensitivity and not traumatise students? The Jewish Holocaust Centre is here to help! We offer professional development courses, as well as partner with organisations to deliver learning outcomes.
We are here to support you. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at education@jhc.org.au if we can be of any assistance.
The Holocaust Virtual Course
The JHC is offering an online education program featuring topics such as ‘Jewish resistance & liberation’ and ‘The future of Holocaust education’. These lectures are delivered via Zoom and can be booked as individual sessions.
This course is open to anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of the Holocaust.
Dates: 13 July – 12 October 2020
Time: 7.30-9.00pm
Antisemitism Virtual Course
Delivered in partnership with the Jewish Museum of Australia, Antisemitism: What, When & Why will explore the controversial topic of antisemitism. This two-session short course will be an opportunity to learn what antisemitism is, when it began, and how it has evolved over the years into its current state.
Dates: TBC
Gandel Holocaust Studies
The Gandel Holocaust Studies Program begins with a prerequisite online course that provides historical background on pre-war Jewish history. Each participant is required to take this course prior to the teacher-training seminar at Yad Vashem’s International School for Holocaust Studies in Jerusalem. The full-year program continues with a follow-up seminar in Australia and professional exchange about issues in Holocaust education.
Virtual Workshops
Our Virtual Workshops are custom built and based on the specific needs of the teacher and their students.
Teacher Resources
The JHC Education team have written a variety of suggested learning activities and worksheets for students to complete. In addition, Teachers will find a specific guides with recommendations on some possible ways to use these resources in the classroom.
To view the free resources, please click the below button to complete your registration form and receive a password. All resources are only available via registration.
JHC child safety commitment
All children visiting or engaging with the JHC have a right to feel and be safe, respected, valued and protected from harm.
The JHC is strongly committed to the safety and well-being of all children at our museum. Our museum deals with difficult themes and material. We create and maintain a child safe environment as the welfare of children is our priority.