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Sam Wood, Marilyn Heiss, and Alana Alpert discuss an historical photograph at the 2012 Institute for Educators. Photo by Gus Freedman. Copyright 2012 Jewish Women's Archive.

Now you can access all of the recordings from our 2012–2013 webinar series. Browse the program list below to learn about untold stories from Jewish history, expand your toolkit with modeled techniques and activities, and "meet" educators from across the country.

2013-2013 Webinars

Women of Valor: Jewish Heroes Across Time

Learn about the lives of three trailblazing women and get some practical ideas for how to bring their stories into your community in creative ways.

Butchers, Babushkas, and Consumer Activism

Learn about the 1902 Kosher Meat Boycott in New York City and listen to a discussion of how consumer activism relates to Jewish values. Share your thoughts and comments.

"But I Don't Teach History!" Using Historical Sources in Jewish Education

Get new ideas for using historical sources across the curriculum to build connections between different entry points for Jewish education. Watch the recording and add your ideas.

Teachers Tell All: Voices from the Field

Learn from a group of hand-picked educators from around the country. Seven teachers share their work and field questions from webinar participants. Presenter bios and powerpoint presentations are included.

Why should I watch or attend the webinars?

Our educational philosophy is based on the idea that historical documents (photographs, letters, posters, sermons, etc.) can provide an entry point to almost any aspect of Jewish life. Primary sources can provide a fresh take on an old idea, and their modern context is interesting and relatable to students of all ages. Plus, historical sources are often in English (making them more accessible) and will introduce voices and perspectives that aren’t represented in traditional Jewish texts (like the voices of women). In this series, you will learn new stories about Jewish heroes and Jewish activism, as well as hear concrete ideas and examples for leading primary source-based learning in your community.