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Kleg, Milton – Social Education, 1995
Contends that teaching only about the 1933-1945 period of German persecution of Jews serves a very limited purpose. Argues that the foundations of anti-Semitic beliefs and practices have a long history and should be part of Holocaust education. Describes the origins, development, and key events in anti-Semitism in Europe. (CFR)
Descriptors: Anti Semitism, Christianity, Cultural Context, Curriculum Development

Miller, Scott – Social Education, 1995
Discusses the views of "Holocaust deniers" and categorizes them into two groups: (1) hard deniers; and (2) soft deniers. Maintains that Holocaust denial has no historical support. Asserts that the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is the best resource to counter the claims of the Holocaust deniers. (CFR)
Descriptors: Anti Semitism, Cultural Context, Curriculum Development, Denial (Psychology)

Tec, Nechama – Social Education, 1995
Maintains that, in World War II Europe, a tiny minority of Christians attempted to protect and stand up for the persecuted Jews. Asserts that their selflessness, courage, and compassion stand out in stark contrast to the indifference shown by most European Christians. Discusses characteristics of those who demonstrated this altruism. (CFR)
Descriptors: Altruism, Anti Semitism, Christianity, Cultural Context

O'Reilly, Patricia – Canadian Social Studies, 1995
Maintains that the history of anti-Semitism has historical links to Christian theology. Asserts that Christianity provided ample fuel for the secular anti-Semitism preached by Hitler and the Nazi party. Contends that educators can draw important lessons on the value of education and the pedagogy of teaching history. (CFR)
Descriptors: Anti Semitism, Christianity, Cultural Pluralism, Educational Objectives

Friedman, Ina R. – Social Education, 1995
Maintains that, 50 years after World War II, few people are aware that Jews were not the only Nazi victims. Describes Nazi persecution against Gypsies, homosexuals, blacks, political dissenters, and other groups. Contends that every new generation of students should learn about the devastating effects of prejudice. (CFR)
Descriptors: Blacks, Christianity, Cultural Context, Culture Conflict