CC-29 - Enacting History: Teaching the Holocaust through Theater and Creative Media
Course Description
Description: Empathy and human connection are vital in combating human rights violations, and the formation of such skills has become an increasing area of need within our secondary classrooms. It is for this reason that resources such as Enacting History: A Practical Guide to Teaching the Holocaust through Theater exist. Enacting History is a curriculum guide that has the potential to enhance students’ understanding of the Holocaust through the synthesis of historical and theatrical resources. This workshop will not only explore the potential that resources like Enacting History have in shaping Holocaust & Genocide education but provide educators with the opportunity to discuss and explore how theatrical exercises and creative media can be incorporated into their own curriculum to enhance student learning on other historically sensitive topics. Note that Enacting History is not geared exclusively towards theater students but, rather, presents an opportunity for educators across many subjects to maximize limited classroom time with high-level engagement and participation to meet the NH standard.
Presenter Bios:
Kaitlyn Wilson is a 2022 graduate from Keene State College and currently teaches English at Alvirne High School in Hudson, New Hampshire. In addition to teaching traditional English courses, Kaitlyn teaches the Genocide Studies course at Alvirne High School.
Lauren Denis is a 2004 graduate from Keene State College. She is the head of the English department at Alvirne High School in Hudson, NH. With over 15 years of teaching experience, she has a passion for literature, writing, and the performing arts.
Collin Currier is a 2017 graduate of Keene State College. He has taught World History, AP US History, and a Cold War course at Alvirne High School. He strives to bring Holocaust and Genocide education to all the classes he teaches.
Registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. The last day to register for this workshop is January 2, 2025.
Learner Outcomes
- Engage in conversation about how to synthesize theatrical and creative media into Holocaust & Genocide studies curriculum while balancing engagement and sensitivity.
- Gain access to specific activities, lessons, resources, and experiences to support the implementation of theatrical exercises and creative media into Holocaust & Genocide studies curriculum.
- Leave feeling equipped, informed, and inspired to incorporate theatrical and creative exercises into their Holocaust & Genocide studies units.
