Proven Impact
A two-year study using an experimental design provides definitive evidence that Facing History and Ourselves creates effective teachers who improve their students’ academic performance and civic learning.
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Facing Today »
Colorado Nazi Group Adopts a Highway
The Nazi Party of Colorado has sponsored a mile long stretch of US Highway 85.
Facing Today helps educators connect history to current issues in our world today through the lens of universal themes including identity, membership, judgment, and participation.
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Events »
February 27, 2010
Exploring the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Houston, TX
March 11, 2010
Teaching Holocaust through Literature
Chicago, IL
Featured Publication »
Choosing to Participate
The stories in this collection focus on individuals and groups wrestling with the question, How can I make a positive difference in the world? This resource is now available in Spanish.
Video »
Matt Damon recalls when a Holocaust survivor spoke to his Facing History and Ourselves class in middle school. The experience of hearing the survivor's personal story changed his attitude about school. It was the first time that he felt history was human and relevant to his life. (5 minute version)
Classroom Stories »
Memphis Teach-In
The teach-in provided parents with an opportunity to be a part of a meaningful, academically rigorous experience with their children.
Profiles »
Rena Finder
Schindler's list survivor and Facing History and Ourselves resource speaker. Read more.
