In this stage you will construct an inquiry question based on the background information you have learned thus far and the questions you have collected in your inquiry log. The goal is to identify a meaningful question that is personally interesting.
The Holocaust Explained learning site is provided by The Wiener Library for the Study of the Holocaust and Genocide, located in the London. This site is similar to the U.S. Holocaust Museum Memorial site in that it provides an overall perspective on the Holocaust. This site is designed specifically for student use.
Navigation & Search Tips:
-Click the graphic to the left to go directly to The Holocaust Explained website.
-The easiest way to explore this site is to progress in order through the tabs at the top. Alternately, you may go directly to any of the leading questions to explore specific ideas.
-Additional features including a Timeline and Survivor Testimonies are linked at the top of the page.
-Look for the red button to toggle between regular and advanced content level.
Below is a sample resource that can be located using this database:
The Holocaust Explained. (n.d.). What is genocide? Retrieved from https://www.theholocaustexplained.org/what-was-the-holocaust/what-was-genocide/
"Confront Hate and Antisemitism"
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
The following 2 pages, "Confront Hate and Antisemitism" and "Confront Genocide" are part of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum website. If you have not yet explored these portions of the site, please take time to do so now. If you have already visited them, please revisit and think critically about the information and perspectives presented.
Navigation & Search Tips:
-Click the graphic to the left to go directly to the Unites States Holocaust Memorial Museum website.
-Included on each page are a number of tabs providing different viewpoints and resources related to these topics.
Below is a sample resource that can be located using this database:
Allison, M. (n.d.). Confronting hatred: 70 years after the Holocaust [Audio file]. Retrieved from https://www.ushmm.org/confront-antisemitism/confronting-hatred-70-years-after-the-holocaust/podcast-special
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
This link will take you to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's Online Exhibitions. The Online Exhibitions offer an in-depth multi-perspective look at several topics related to the Holocaust. The related themes illustrated are provided for each exhibition.
Navigation & Search Tips:
-Click the graphic to the left to go directly to the exhibitions page on the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum website. Once there, you may browse the collection of Online Exhibitions. These exhibitions may spark some interesting questions and ideas.
Below is a sample resource that can be located using this database:
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. (n.d.). State of deception: The power of Nazi propaganda [Online Exhibition]. Retrieved from https://www.ushmm.org/propaganda/
The SIRS website contains topics on a variety of current social issues. For each topic, two perspectives are provided along with supporting resources. Included in these topics are "Holocaust Denial" and "Genocide". Explore each of the topics, taking time to understand both perspectives presented.
Navigation & Search Tips:
-Click the graphic to the left to go directly to the SIRS website. You may need to enter our school AEA username and password to gain access.
-Read the initial Essential Question introduction, clicking the "Read More" link at the end.
-Explore both viewpoints by reading the supporting sources.
-Critical Thinking questions are provided to help you thinking deeply, taking into consideration both perspectives on the issue.
-A Timeline is also provided, which may assist you in gaining a broader perspective.
-Additional resources are also included for these topics. While you are at the site, take a minute to explore these resources. Don't forget to include all sources viewed in your Inquiry Log section of your Inquiry Journal.
Below is a sample resource that can be located using this database:
Bennhold, K. (2018, March 12). Tours of Nazi camps to curb creeping hate. New York Times, p.A8. Retrieved from https://sks.sirs.com/webapp/article?artno=0000404248&type=ART#cite
Resources:
The Holocaust Explained. (n.d.). What is genocide? Retrieved from https://www.theholocaustexplained.org/what-was-the-holocaust/what-was-genocide/
Allison, M. (n.d.). Confronting hatred: 70 years after the Holocaust [Audio file]. Retrieved from https://www.ushmm.org/confront-antisemitism/confronting-hatred-70-years-after-the-holocaust/podcast-special
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. (n.d.). State of deception: The power of Nazi propaganda [Online Exhibition]. Retrieved from https://www.ushmm.org/propaganda/
Bennhold, K. (2018, March 12). Tours of Nazi camps to curb creeping hate. New York Times, p.A8. Retrieved from https://sks.sirs.com/webapp/article?artno=0000404248&type=ART#cite
