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About the Course

The Holocaust was an inconceivable historical event, which forever robbed Western culture of its innocence. As civilized human beings, we fail to understand how events of such horror could have taken place, and how an idea so inhumanly warped could have spread like wildfire through an entire continent, instigating the systematic annihilation of millions of Jews. This online course was produced jointly by Tel Aviv University and Yad Vashem – the World Holocaust Remembrance Center. The course tracks the history of the Holocaust and has two parts. "The Holocaust - An Introduction (I): Nazi Germany: Ideology, The Jews and the World" is the first of the two courses and covers the following themes in its three weeks: Week 1: From Hatred to Core Ideology We will try to delve into Nazi ideology and the special place of Jews and Judaism in it. We will also discuss how the National Socialist Party converted the German Democracy of the Weimar Republic into a totalitarian regime within a short period of time, and its meaning for Jews and non-Jewish citizens. Week 2: The World and the Jews in World War II We will try to examine the broader contexts of the Holocaust and to place it, as part of World War 2. In this meeting we will also refer to the vital Jewish world to be found under various Nazi occupations and influences. Week 3: The Isolation Abyss - the Perspective of the Individual We will try to reveal different aspects of Jewish life in the face of the badge of shame, ghettos and segregation, as well as the formation of individual, societies’ and leader’s reactions in the face of a consistent policy of dispossession and discrimination. Once you’ve completed this course, you can continue your learning with The Holocaust - An Introduction (II): The Final Solution (https://www.coursera.org/learn/holocaust-introduction-2/home/welcome) This online course is offered in an innovative, multi-level format, comprising: * Comprehensive lectures by leading researchers from Tel Aviv University and Yad Vashem. * A wealth of voices and viewpoints presented by guest lecturers. * Numerous documents, photos, testimonies and works of art from the time of the Holocaust. * Novel learning experience: Crowd sourcing – involving the learners themselves in the act of collecting and shaping information, via unique, exciting online assignments. REQUIREMENTS: This course is designed for anyone with an interest in the Holocaust, including students, teachers, academics and policy-makers....

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PB

Feb 7, 2020

I always week when I read or study about the Holocaust but I am happy it got over once for all. Learned so much about how the world shunned them away into darkness. Thank you.

WR

Oct 2, 2021

The instructor would appear to grasp what could be digestible to a broad audience. The topic is dealt with in a way that can be relatable - a formidable and essential overview.

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By Vangelis D

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Sep 18, 2017

Its an excellent course. I ll follow with the second part for sure!

By Claudette D

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Jul 6, 2023

Excellent course. Well presented, thought provoking and relevant.

By Samuel K U

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Jun 25, 2023

The course was very useful for further researches on the Holocaust

By Paarth J

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Jul 26, 2020

Perfect course for understanding the life of Jews under Nazi rule.

By Gemma R

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May 24, 2018

Essential course for everyone who is learning about the Holocaust.

By Jerónimo G O

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Jun 8, 2019

Ameno, instructivo, y anima a seguir profundizando en éste tema.

By Michael L

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Jul 3, 2018

Outstanding course! Deeply informative, with excellent lectures.

By Vania A B V

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Jun 21, 2021

Fue un curso excelente que me hizo pensar y reflexionar mucho.

By saleem b

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Jul 11, 2022

Great introductory couse for learners interested in holocaust.

By Rishabh J

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Apr 22, 2019

This is an excellent course with good content and structure.

By VINAYAK M

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Jul 20, 2020

Amazing Course It gives us a brief introduction to history.

By Mara N

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Nov 19, 2023

Thanks for the course, I appreciate all the effort behind.

By Louis H

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Feb 28, 2025

Absolutely well instructed and eye opening information.

By José R C

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Sep 19, 2020

Me gustó el curso. Aprendí bastante y fue muy práctico.

By Jordan H

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Jan 11, 2018

Very good and the professor knew her topic very well.

By John K

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Oct 25, 2020

Very informative. Excellent presentations/lectures.

By Eileen F

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Jun 21, 2020

Well rounded introduction. Looking forward to part 2

By Lana Y

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Dec 14, 2016

Wonderful course, very informative and interesting.

By Dee F

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Jun 22, 2016

excellent course very thought provoking thank you

By Ken T

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Jul 12, 2020

Exception overview, great presentation. Loved it!

By Barbara S

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Jul 4, 2020

Very informative course—would highly recommend!!!

By Tanya S

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Jan 16, 2021

Totally worth it... it’s so detailed .. loved it

By Caroline P

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Jun 2, 2017

I love this class and cant wait to begin part 2

By Manav N K

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Apr 12, 2020

Good Stuff, very well articulately explained!

By Simone Z

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Mar 14, 2018

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