Mini Course - Examining & Responding to Antisemitism in American Culture and Society

Participate in this asynchronous online course for a guided, facilitator-led exploration of Echoes & Reflections resources that support the teaching strategies to help your students understand contemporary antisemitism. We applaud your commitment to teaching this topic and are eager to support you to ensure your students are able to engage in thoughtful, engaging, and historically accurate learning.

Course Details:

• Course opens on May 8th at 7AM EST; approximately 4 hours to complete in total – at no cost
• Proceed at your own pace each week, be supported by an instructor, and enjoy interaction with other educators
• Complete all activities for a 4-hour certificate
• Graduate credit available through the University of the Pacific. Please visit their site for more information. 

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Define contemporary manifestations of antisemitism, both different and the same as traditional forms of antisemitism present before and during the Holocaust.
• Discover and utilize classroom lessons and resources to help students explore the persistence, particularity, and impact of antisemitism worldwide including how antisemitism animates white nationalism.
• Explore ways to support students’ commitment and ability to respond to and prevent antisemitism and other forms of prejudice.
• Understand that all hatred is intertwined, reflect on the skills needed for students to respond effectively to antisemitism and other forms of bias.