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What You Leave Behind: Museum Education, Disability, and the Holocaust
Educators must be conscious of how misinformation and ableism shape presentations of disability histories. The atrocities of the Holocaust and related instances of prejudice and persecution under the Nazi regime are vital topics within education about disability history. However, the emotive and horrific nature of the subject matter may encourage educators to make generalizations about disability history. Are sensitive histories … Read More
MER Talks: Autism Acceptance Month
The beginnings of Autism Awareness Month date back to 1970 when the Autism Society of America lobbied for nation-wide recognition for people with autism. In 2007, the United Nations declared April 2nd “World Autism Awareness Day.” There is no doubt that efforts like these formalized days on the calendar, the ‘light it up blue’ campaign and the puzzle-piece ribbon, have … Read More