Mapping the Civics Landscape Toolkit
Purpose
Our toolkit provides educators connections to vetted materials for teaching high-impact civics.
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Browse our library to find a resource that meets your needs. Click on any topic bubble to begin.
Importance of Civics Education
Understanding the developmental benefits of civics education can be key to garnering support from parents and administrators. These developmental benefits have been tested by vetted research groups, providing evidence of the positive impact of civics education on students' growth and civic participation.
The McCormick Foundation has invested in the research and development of high impact civics education. This short YouTube clip demonstrates the connections between research, building a healthy democracy, and fostering positive youth development in the classroom. Click here to view!
Keywords: student outcomes / research / evidence-based
McCormick Foundation: Benefits of Civics Video
Illinois Civics Hub: Top 10 Benefits of Quality Civic Education
The Illinois Civics Hub is committed to promoting civics education for younger populations and raising student awareness about their rights. This resource provides educators with a collection of summary of the gap in civic education, the mission of civic education, and the benefits of civic education. Click here to learn more!
Keywords: student outcomes / civic education gap / evidence-based / assessment
CIRCLE: What the Research Says, History and Civics Education
CIRCLE (Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement) at Tufts University is a research hub that aims to advance civic education and engagement amongst younger generations. They have provided an extensive summary of prior research to highlight the role of civics education in fostering critical thinking skills. Click here to learn more!
Keywords: student outcomes / research / evidence-based / participatory / family support / community support / critical thinking skills / diversity