This unit examines the dynamic, complex history of the Weimar era in Germany and interwar Europe more generally. Students learn about political and economic shifts before and after WWI, social and cultural changes of 1920s and 1930s Germany, and the rise of the Nazi Party.
Introductory Webinar
The Weimar Republic and the Rise of Nazi Germany
7:00 pm — 8:00 pm
Webinar
DETAILS
Join the Choices Program as we examine the student readings and lessons in the newest Choices Program’s curriculum, The Weimar Republic and the Rise of Nazi Germany. The curriculum explores the dynamic, complex history of the Weimar era in Germany and interwar Europe more generally, including case studies on Essen, Berlin, and Munich. It offers insights that help explain the rise of Nazism, political and economic shifts before and after World War I, and social and cultural changes of 1920s and 1930s Germany.
We’ll discuss the core skills of the unit including developing historical empathy, analyzing historical evidence, and constructing effective historical arguments. We’ll also highlight a wide range of sources, including data, maps, images, personal narratives, and videos.
$20 Per Person
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
All webinar attendees will receive a complimentary one-year Digital Editions license to the Weimar Republic curriculum.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This webinar is open to all; it is most appropriate for world history and European history courses and Holocaust electives.
Mimi is the Director of Sales and Professional Development for the Choices Program. Prior to joining the Choices Program in 2011, Mimi worked at Clark University where she served as the Director of the Teacher Center for Global Studies supporting K12 social studies teachers throughout Massachusetts for more than 20 years. Mimi holds a Masters in International Development and Social Change from Clark University.