Six Things State Leaders Can Do to Invigorate US Civics and History Learning
Broad public agreement on what students ought to learn should propel their efforts, as should the lack of confidence in democratic institutions.
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Preparing Students for Informed, Active Citizenship: Lessons from Illinois
Illinois Democracy Schools are a key element of the state’s comprehensive approach.
Alarming Achievement Data Ought to Spur Big Changes to Civics Education
State boards of education use data to drive policymaking, but achievement results related to civics are not fueling the change needed.
The Challenges of Crafting Excellence in Civics and History for All
Three authors of Educating for American Democracy revisit five aims depicted in their roadmap—and the miles to go.
The State of Youth Civic Engagement
Understanding young people’s attitudes toward democratic participation can help states summon the resolve and the wisdom to strengthen civics learning.
A Broader Vision for Schools’ Role in Preparing Students to Be Citizens
Embracing a broader vision means seeing school as a civic space and the everyday experience of school as an incubator of civic knowledge, skills, and commitment.
The Science of Experiential Civics
Young people are wired for civics learning that connects them to their communities, builds their agency, and leverages relationships.
Civic-Ready Students
More and better civics will inspire students to become better citizens who will be equipped to participate, preserve, and defend America’s democracy and engage in reasoned, respectful discourse.