American Civic Virtue: Shaping the Minds of Patriots

Books

Immerse yourself in the world of civic education with a comprehensive collection of books:

• The Pursuit of Happiness: Discover the classical foundations of virtue that inspired the Founders and shaped America's ideals.
• What Kind of Citizen?: Explore the importance of civic education and its role in fostering a democratic society.
• A Republic If We Can Teach It: Uncover the challenges and opportunities in modern civic education and empower generations of Americans.
• The Politics of Civics Education: Gain insights into the history and implementation of civic education policies at the state level.
• Teaching Students What It Really Means to Be American: Equip yourself with effective strategies to instill patriotic values in our youth.
• Positive Patriotism: Learn about the importance of fostering love of country and combating patriotism's decline.
• Civic Education in Polarized Times: Engage with scholars who delve into the challenges and possibilities of teaching civics in a deeply divided era.
• How to Raise a Citizen: The importance of parental involvement; Providing a practical framework for fostering civic responsibility in children.
• The Rise and Fall of Civic Education: Trace the historical evolution of civics education in American public schools.
• The Small and the Mighty: Unveiling the untold stories of unsung Americans who shaped the course of history.
• Democracy Awakening: Understand the tumult of the current political era through the lens of historical events.
• Civic Minded: A guide to the functions and history of government processes, designed for teenagers.

Events

Engage in the vibrant world of civic education through these dynamic events:

• National Civics Bee: Witness the knowledge of young minds as they compete in nationwide civics tournaments.
• College Presidents for Civic Preparedness: Join a coalition of university leaders dedicated to fostering civic engagement among college students.
• Civic Learning Week: Immerse yourself in a week-long series of events that promote civic learning and engagement.
• We the People: National Finals: Observe student teams demonstrate their understanding of the U.S. Constitution and government in a simulated congressional hearing.
• Civic Learning and Democratic Engagement: Connect with fellow educators, administrators, and community partners at this annual gathering.
• Civic Season: Participate in three weeks of activities, exhibitions, and installations dedicated to educating Gen Z about American history and inspiring civic engagement.
• Educators Cohort: Enhance your civic leadership skills through a year-long fellowship program for educators.
• Civic Learning Institute: Strengthening Civic Education: Enroll in a series of online courses designed to empower educators in civic education.
• National Summit on Civics Education: Attendees will engage in critical discussions on civic education challenges and innovations.
• Annual Conference on Citizenship: This leadership gathering is dedicated to revitalizing civic health through innovative approaches.

Research Papers

Explore the latest research and insights into civic education:

• A Nation at Risk +40: An in-depth analysis of four decades of education reform and its impact on civic education.
• New Study Finds Alarming Lack of Civic Literacy Among Americans: A survey revealing a significant deficit in fundamental civic knowledge among American citizens.
• Policy Knowledge in the Public: An examination of public understanding of essential facts and data related to major policy debates.
• Defending Civic Space in the United States: Exploring lessons learned from other countries in safeguarding democratic freedoms.
• Assessing the Civic Campus: A look at the current state of civic education in higher education.
• When and Why Did America Stop Teaching Civics?: A comprehensive analysis of the decline in civic education since the 1960s.
• Reflections on Citizenship's Obligations: A discussion of the responsibilities that accompany citizen rights.
• Exploring Public Perception of News and Citizenship: Research into how Americans view the relationship between news and civic engagement.
• Democracy, Bargaining, and Education: Examining the interdependence between governance, negotiation, and higher education in promoting civic engagement.
• Guide to Civic Measurement: A resource for assessing civic knowledge and engagement in communities.

Educational Materials

Discover resources designed to enrich civic education:

• Civics 101 Podcast: Listen to insightful discussions on American history and civics.
• PBS Learning Media: Civics Collection: Access a collection of interactive lessons and documentaries for middle and high school students.
• Civic Intelligence: Empowering America's Youth: A guide to effective civic education practices.
• Democracy Inventory Project: A collaborative initiative strengthening civic education efforts in higher education.
• Bella's Tales of History: Tales of USA's Founding Documents: A charming storybook for young children about America's foundational documents.
• Bring Back "Liberty's Kids": A call for the revival of educational videos for children that foster civic pride and understanding.
• iCivics: An online platform offering a wide range of civic education resources.
• The Restoration of Higher Learning: Exploring how universities can enhance civic engagement and restore confidence in higher education.
• Ours to Solve, Once—and for All: A report analyzing shortcomings in public education and proposing a new approach that prioritizes results.
• Restoring America's Common Enterprise: An appeal to civics educators to instill confidence in our democratic principles.
• In Defense of the Electoral College: A thoughtful examination of the reasons for maintaining the Electoral College.