Learning Activity

Teacher CPD: Teaching Sensitive Histories

Professional Development Opportunity

Teaching Sensitive Histories: The Aberfan disaster, 1966

An in-person professional development workshop; ideal for twilight sessions to support educators in approaching sensitive histories with confidence, empathy and historical accuracy. FREE workshop!

During the session, you will:

  • Explore the historical context of the Aberfan disaster. 
  • Examine a range museum collection objects and oral histories from Amgueddfa Cymru and Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery. 
  • Discuss age-appropriate approaches to teaching this sensitive subject. 
  • Discover practical classroom activities and learning resources aligned with the Curriculum for Wales

Booking Form

Duration: 2 hours
Cost: Free of charge as this session is being piloted.
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