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Increase Civic Engagement

OVERVIEW

Introduction

Create paths for students to interact within their community, learn how important decisions are made and understand the role of journalism in a democracy. Below is a list of resources that match your goal of increasing student’s civic engagement.

Resources

Explainers

How the American Rescue Plan is sending money to schools
Leading journalists discuss #Election2020, misinformation, & the news
In the fight against misinformation, every teen can be an influencer
Why this professor says the world could be destroyed by social media

Lesson Plans

Challenges (beginner)

Use these challenges to help students capture youth perspectives on important national topics

Race and Justice Video Diary - speak out about racism and injustice; explore potential solutions
Returning to School - express your feelings about this complicated school year
Young Climate Activists - interview a young person who is working to address climate issues

Projects (intermediate)

Use these projects to inspire students to interview people in your community who are civically engaged

Education's Big Debates - investigate issues of fairness and equity; explore potential solutions
Power In Numbers - tell the story of a social movement in your community

Topics

Civics

Elections

Media Literacy

Getting Started Goals

Levels

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Materials

White board, chalkboard or other visual board

Internet

Notebook

Estimated Time

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