3rd Belgrade History Teaching Symposium
The Third Belgrade Symposium on History Education, themed "Disarming History," brought together a diverse array of international participants on April 11th and 12th, 2024, in Belgrade. Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Council of Europe and following the Third Annual Conference of the Observatory for History Teaching in Europe, this symposium has been a cornerstone event for experts and practitioners in history teaching for the past three years. It serves as a dynamic platform for the exchange of innovative practices across academic, pedagogical, student, and educational community, while nurturing democratic culture, intercultural understanding, and multiperspectivity.
Throughout the symposium, a diverse array of meticulously curated panel discussions and workshops aimed to facilitate the exchange of insights and experiences among European experts. The overarching objective was to examine history teaching practices and align them with the recommendations of the Council of Europe.
For the first time, the symposium included concurrent events, namely the International Students' Seminar organized by the International Students of History Association (ISHA) and the international workshop by EuroClio on "Monumental Challenges," enriching the discourse on history education and cultural heritage in Belgrade.
Additionally, the symposium featured workshops encouraging educators to explore societal phenomena from recent history to foster understanding of democratic values and respect for human rights. Participants also had the opportunity to explore Belgrade through guided walking tours, offering diverse perspectives on the city's cultural and historical heritage.
The release of the "Onsite Remembrance Learning" Toolkit during the symposium marked a significant milestone. Developed by teachers from across Serbia and supported by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Serbia, this innovative guide offers practical insights to expand teaching boundaries, showcasing best practices in history education.
The Third Belgrade Symposium on History Teaching
Onsite Remembrance learning
We are presenting the latest edition of the "Onsite Remembrance learning" Teacher's guide. This edition features 21 lesson plans, selected from our competition, thanks to the creativity and dedication of the teachers who participated.The editorial board has accepted lesson plans that can inspire other teachers and are intricately connected to the cultural heritage of local communities, emphasizing the significance of democratic values, human rights, and cultural diversity. We extend our gratitude to all who participated and shared their ideas
35th anniversary of the 1989 Revolution in Romania.
In collaboration with Ambasada României în Republica Serbia, Deutsche Botschaft Belgrad / Nemačka ambasada u Beogradu, and EU u Srbiji we hosted a thought-provoking panel discussion and an engaging exhibition celebrating the 35th anniversary of the 1989 Revolution in Romania.
With guests from the academic communities of Romania and Serbia, the panel featured ambassadors from both countries sharing their insights and experiences on the key historical events that marked the end of the Cold War.
International workshop Monument(al) Challenges
The Monument(al) Challenges Project, spearheaded by a consortium of organizations, notably EuroClio, with our team actively engaged, aimes to provide educators with comprehensive teaching resources and training modules. These resources are specifically designed to navigate the intricate and delicate historical narratives intertwined with monument heritage. The inaugural international seminar, Monument(al) Challenges, took place in Belgrade from April 12th to 14th, 2024. Attended by educators from various corners of Europe, the seminar facilitated an immersive exploration of monument heritage spanning both Europe and Belgrade, unfolding over three enriching days.
The HISTOLAB Award for BeoTura
The HISTOLAB Award for Innovative School Projects in History Education was granted to eight schools hailing from France, Ireland, Serbia, Spain, and Turkey, along with one transnational project. Among the recipients was Beotura from Serbia.
Students and educators from the winning schools received the Award during the HISTOLAB European Innovation Days in History Education 2024. This event served as a gathering point for history educators, academics, researchers, practitioners, junior professionals, and students to exchange ideas. These ideas were either submitted through an open call or presented during the side events organized by HISTOLAB partner organizations.
Labyrinth of the Nineties
A two-day seminar for educators from Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia took place in Sarajevo on September 20th and 21st, as part of the "Labyrinth of the Nineties" exhibition, hosted by the Museum of the Nineties at the Historical Museum of BiH. During the seminar, teachers collaborated with students from the First Gymnasium in Sarajevo to explore the complex events of the 1990s.Educators from our association designed and led interactive workshops that introduced onsite strategies, centered on the exploration of local heritage. These sessions offered innovative ways to engage with history, transforming the legacy of the 1990s into a tangible and immersive learning experience, directly connecting students with the historical context of their surroundings.