A collection of methodological materials on Babyn Yar memory
The collection by the name “Babyn Yar: Memory against History’s Background. A Guide for Teachers” represents a number of sample lesson plans and commemorative event plans based on the virtual exhibition under the same name and a documentary “Babyn Yar in Search of Memory”. The aim was to help educators start discussions about historical memory and, more specifically, about the memory of Babyn Yar. The abovementioned exhibition and documentary provide ample source materials for such discussions.
The guide is aimed primarily at secondary school teachers, but educators at large will also find it stimulating
[Updated interactive edition and the source materials (partly in English)]]
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