Issues of remembrance can be sensitive and therefore preparation when dealing with this topic is vital. Students should be prepared both emotionally and content-wise, especially for a visit to an authentic memorial site. 

For the teacher and site educator, it is important to adapt the content and teaching style to the group they are supervising so they can provide a suitable learning experience. Effective preparation involves having knowledge of the age of the group,  students’ first language, their background (family, cultural and social) and their level of knowledge of the historical context. For a meaningful learning experience, teachers and educators should also think about how the visit fits into the unit of study.