Discuss: Human Rights

Early in the book, the author explores the evolution of human rights. Are the ideals of human rights upheld where you live? Are there any rights that you perceive to be lacking?

Discuss: What is Genocide?

What is genocide? Try to reach class consensus on a definition. The author explains some of the controversies in the defining of genocide. What do you think? Are forced marches, in which people die from starvation and exhaustion, genocide? Is refusing to supply...

Issues Journal

Ask students to keep an Issues Journal (in writing or on audio or video) in which they comment on what they have read and/or discussed. Encourage frequent updates throughout the study of Genocide. Let students know from the outset whether the journal is for personal...

Starting the Study of Genocide

Distribute Starting the Study of Genocide (included in this guide) to students and have them write down their responses. Afterward, have students discuss their responses in groups or as a class.