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A conversation with Declaration of Independence expert Danielle Allen
A curated look at books from the Gutman Library collection here at the Ed School, chosen and explained by the library staff
Riley Jones IV, Ed.L.D.’26, helps young people connect struggles of the past with today’s democracy in his work in Philadelphia
"We’re heading in the right direction, but we’re starting from a low point.”
A new report from Making Caring Common makes the case that college admissions leaders, high schools, and parents need to help teens prepare to be ethical community members and citizens — and find meaning
As an EdRedesign Lab and Initiative on Superintendent as Civic Leader joint senior fellow, Booker will share his expertise with the Harvard community and explore how superintendents can strengthen their role as community leaders
Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer reflects on how government affects institutions and the country’s education system as a whole at the Askwith Education Forum
Experts at the Askwith Education Forum weighed education’s role in meeting the moment as America celebrates its semiquincentennial
Lecturer Eric Soto-Shed on using America’s 250th anniversary as a chance to rethink how we teach democracy in schools
Political scientist Eitan Hersh explores how universities can help bridge divides by fostering viewpoint diversity and teaching students to engage across differences
A program that has long-supported meaningful intercultural exchange and worldwide educational partnerships leans into mission in polarized times
Lecturer Eric Soto-Shed advises against avoiding classroom discussions on the upcoming U.S. election — and, instead, offers strategies on making these conversations worthwhile
HGSE faculty members and other leading scholars of American history and civics will offer online professional development courses for educators
A summer institute dives into teaching hard histories and tough topics in developmentally appropriate and pedagogically sophisticated ways
Four approaches to meaningfully incorporate the stories of Black Americans into curriculum — beyond February
As national history and civics scores drop, educators are finding new ways to make room in their classrooms for social studies
“Don't shy away from controversy. That's where really rich learning happens. And more importantly, I think the significant learning that we need for a really functioning democracy.”
An exploration of ways in which educators can instill civic identity in students
An alum produces civics-minded projects centering community, artistry, and advocacy
Active citizenship requires a broad set of skills, new study finds
New standards from a sweeping civic learning initiative reinvigorate civics education on a national scale
Advice for educators on how to extend grace and teach effectively in times of turmoil
Following the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, suggestions for educators and parents on how to support productive conversations around traumatic events
Civic education expert Meira Levinson on how educators can confront polarization and create space for open conversations about the election and beyond
How educators can use news coverage as a tool to foster critical thinking skills
How teachers can help their students become informed, engaged, and active leaders in the world around them
How a new civics curriculum empowers students to become democratic participants — even in a pandemic
A new project encourages students to explore their identities and share the stories of what makes them unique — and uniquely American
Political philosopher Michael Sandel on the power of technology to repair a fractured civic dialogue
A conversation with Michael Sandel about robust discourse and ethical decision-making during polarized times.