Antisemitismus an Schulen. Perspektiven von Jüdinnen und Juden

Abstract

Abstract This article summarizes the main findings of a study on antisemitism in schools in Germany. The focus is on the experiences with and perspectives on antisemitism of Jews. In presenting experiences of antisemitism, different dimensions and manifestations of antisemitism are taken into account. On this basis, hostile attitudes and discriminatory actions and their justification are reconstructed. In particular, antisemitism rooting in deflecting guilt and Israel-related antisemitism appear in this context as a problem that emanates not only from students but sometimes also from teachers. As a result, a situation arises for those affected that is essentially characterized by the feeling of being left alone. Established patterns of perception and ways of dealing with antisemitism by non-Jewish teachers contribute to perpetuating the problem of anti-Semitism in schools. Finally, challenges for pedagogical approaches to antisemitism are identified.