Civic Action in SchoolsHow Genius Hour Can Incite Students’ Civic EngagementGenius hour is a growing trend in schools, as numerous websites testify. Educators have realized its potential for student engagement…Oct 23, 2017Oct 23, 2017
Civic Action in SchoolsSimulations — Great For Prepping Students for Civic ActionTo be honest, I was long skeptical of simulations that involve students in mock governmental debates or decision-making. They seemed like…Mar 28, 20171Mar 28, 20171
Civic Action in SchoolsFifteen — Count ‘em! — Organizations Helping Teachers Enact Student Civic Action ProjectsSome months ago we listed several organizations that support teachers to help students grow as responsible citizens through civic action…Dec 17, 2016Dec 17, 2016
Civic Action in SchoolsTeacher Control and Letting Go in Civic Action ProjectsWhen students choose issues of importance to them and make their own decisions about how to proceed on civic action projects, they become…Dec 7, 2016Dec 7, 2016
Civic Action in SchoolsSummer Readings to Inspire Teachers about Project Based Learning with Civic EngagementTeachers, here are seven books that will inspire you and help you to guide project based learning that’s focused on students’ civic…Jun 23, 2016Jun 23, 2016
