Democracy & Civic Engagement

Political theorists, going as far back as John Stuart Mill and John Dewey, have long argued that exposure to diverse perspectives is vital both to a robust civil society and to the development of individuals within those societies.

Consider these 10 calls to action to shape your own approach on teaching democracy in your classroom.

Consider three different angles about voter fraud in the US to discuss with your students.

As we delve deeper into the holiday season, many of us may find ourselves in the midst of contentious discussions. The events of 2020 have brought a host of challenging issues to the surface as we reach levels of political polarization not seen for decades.

Two teachers share their thoughts on violence in the world and the role educators can play in helping their students make sense of it all.