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Why Civics Education Needs Social Justice
From an early age, each of us must navigate numerous social institutions, many of which were designed to perpetuate centuries-old inequities. For us to move in those spaces with power and agency, civic knowledge, skills and dispositions are essential. But alarming trends reveal a sharp decline in civics competency among adults in the United States, and participation in places that bring people together to solve common problems has withered, too. Civics education needs a critical social justice lens so people can fulfill the potential of a multiracial and inclusive democracy.
- Why Civics Needs Social Justice Education
- What Is Social Justice Education?
- Social Justice Standards
Celebrate Native American Heritage
Developing Essential Media Literacy Skills
In an increasingly polarized climate where disinformation is rampant, people need the skills to engage responsibly with digital media. But how can we help young people to withstand this torrent of manipulative disinformation? Start with supporting their mental health and well-being. To teach media literacy, we must also do due diligence to understand the emerging media landscape and recognize the mental health challenges it presents. These Learning for Justice resources provide concrete guidance for supporting and engaging young people as they navigate the current media environment.
- Building Resilience Against Manipulative Disinformation
- Teaching Mindful Media Consumption
- Reimagining Digital Literacy Education To Save Ourselves
How Does Inclusive Education Benefit Society?
The tools for inquiry and dialogue are crucial if we are to build a just and thriving society. As professor of education Gregory M. Anderson points out: “Democracy cannot be sustained, let alone flourish, in the 21st century without open and robust spaces for rational discussion and analysis about our different experiences and viewpoints. This is an essential reason why inclusive education is crucial to our basic self-interests and our collective success.
- The Promise of Inclusive Education
- Educating for Democracy
- Let's Talk!
Teaching Mindful Media Consumption
Responsible Parents and Caregivers Are Advocating for Inclusive Schools
Most parents and caregivers support inclusive education based on credible, research-based pedagogy that values the well-being of all students.
- Parents and Caregivers for Inclusive Education
- Fighting for Inclusive Schools
- Centering Diverse Parents in the CRT Debate
Discussing War and Conflict: Resources for Educators, Parents and Caregivers
Social Justice Education and Honest History Are Crucial for All Students
Social justice education is crucial right now to develop the next generation of responsible decision-makers. This week’s resources from the Fall 2023 Learning for Justice magazine explain the importance of educating children early and in age-appropriate ways about their identities and key concepts about race. And they point out the significance of learning about honest history, in the classroom and in communities, as we reckon with the past to build a more just future.
- A Call for Anti-Bias Education
- What Is Our Collective Responsibility When We Uncover Honest History?
- The Kids Are All Right