How I, a teacher, can prevent extremism in a classroom?

Abstract

Preventing violent extremism takes place more and more through education. At the same time, many teachers lack skills and knowledge of extremism and its prevention, as well as successful experiences. This e-module takes a closer look at the links between education and prevention of extremism, including ways to do this. The e-module will review the literature on the role of the educational institution in prevention. It primarily focuses on the Estonian context. Therefore, the attitudes of Estonian teachers about education and the role of their colleagues are praised more closely and instructions are given on activities that could support prevention.

Objectives:

• To receive an overview of the role of the school and teacher in preventing extremism
• To analyse teachers’ attitudes regarding the role of school in preventing extremism through education based on Estonian teachers’ examples
• To gain an overview of exercises that could be put into practice

Target group:

• Teachers (upper secondary school, higher education)
• Education professionals
• Headmasters

Keywords: PVE-E; extremism; education; preparation