School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Texts and Traditions
Being Jewish in the 21st Century helps students understand the many shared traits and interests of all young Australians, regardless of their religious backgrounds. This program uses the narratives and photographs of a young Australian Jew to teach participants about contemporary Jewish life.
School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religious Education
In this delectable program, students come together to taste a variety of traditional foods; hear the stories about their associated festivals; and how modern Jewish families celebrate these annual milestones.
School:
Catholic , Government , Jewish , Non-denominational
Subject:
Studio Arts , Visual Arts
We are pleased to offer 75-minute curated visits for VCE students, unique in that they are designed for both year 11 and 12 students, putting the diverse VCE Units into conversation with one another and encouraging students to take a broader contextual approach to their VCE studies. The VCE Art/Studio Art visit uses MIRKA as a case study to analyse artwork presentation, curatorial consideration, and partnership relationships. Visits include access to MIRKA and our permanent collection as well as a Q&A discussion with Museum staff.
School:
Catholic , Government , Jewish , Non-denominational
Subject:
Australian History , History
We are pleased to offer 75-minute curated visits for VCE students, unique in that they are designed for both year 11 and 12 students, putting the diverse VCE Units into conversation with one another and encouraging students to take a broader contextual approach to their VCE studies. The VCE History visit explores social life, cultural expression, and political action across Europe post-WWI and in Australia post-WWII. Visits include access to MIRKA and our permanent collection as well as a Q&A discussion with Museum staff.
School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Texts and Traditions
By discussing an item of personal, cultural or religious significance from their own lives and comparing it with items in students' own homes, our education guides provide insights into Jewish life while exploring the impact of history and social attitudes.
School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Diversity & Identity , Ethical Capability , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Jewish Context of the Life and Words of Jesus , Religion and Society , Texts and Traditions , The Jewish Context of the Life and Words of Jesus
Discover what makes Friday nights so special in many Jewish homes. Kabbalat Shabbat means welcoming the Sabbath – students participate in the traditional ceremony that marks the commencement of the Sabbath.
School:
Catholic , Government , Jewish , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Diversity & Identity , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development
This program offers students a hands-on, tactile exploration of a personal World War One story. Through a soldier’s suitcase and its contents, donated to the Museum by the family of Dalbert Hallenstein, students can put together the heartbreaking human story of war. This is a unique opportunity for students to understand the role of research and make a contribution.
School:
Catholic , Government , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Religious Education , Sacred Texts and Sacred Stories , Texts and Traditions
Step inside the historic St Kilda Hebrew Congregation as part of the Museum experience, and provide your students with a meaningful framework for their studies and discussions. While leading you through this magnificent building, our education guide will answer questions about Judaism, and explain the way the synagogue is used and managed today.
Subject:
Jewish Context of the Life and Words of Jesus , The Jewish Context of the Life and Words of Jesus
This groundbreaking education program directly addresses the subject of The Jewish Context of the Life and Words of Jesus taught in Catholic schools across Victoria, and reflects the Museum’s status as a leading educational resource for teaching about Jesus and his Jewish world.
School:
Catholic , Government , Islamic , Jewish , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Texts and Traditions
Explore the Timeline of Jewish History and see a selection of objects come to life. The student-focused augmented reality experience can be accessed at any time via our Virtual Museum Tour. Then download the accompanying free learning activities and give students an engaging remote museum experience.
School:
Catholic , Government , Islamic , Jewish , Non-denominational
Subject:
Civics & Citizenship , Ethical Capability , History , Humanities , Intercultural Capability , Interpersonal Development , Religion and Society , Religious Education , Texts and Traditions
Our doors may be closed, but we’re still illuminating Jewish life and ensuring access to our important education programs. Lead by expert Museum educators, our live online incursions give students the opportunity to interact and ask questions. We have a wide variety of modules available that can be tailored to suit age and curriculum needs.
