Description In this course, students will explore the concepts of media literacy and digital citizenship. They will learn how to use technology safely and responsibly, engage with their communities through digital tools, and effectively access, analyze, evaluate, and create media content. The course will also cover how to recognize bias in information and include a study of the history and principles of freedom of the press and free speech. By the end of the course, students will be able to … [Read more...] about Developing Our Civic Selves: Strengthening Our Democracy through Media Literacy and Digital Citizenship
U.S. Government
Voting Rights: A Step by Step Project-Based Learning Experience to Improve Participation in Local Elections
Description Students will focus on hands-on approaches using political science principles to improve voting in their local communities, including working directly with local officials. Students will investigate the evolution of elections in our representative democracy and the current reality. Students will also learn how various entities such as the media and money influence our election processes and results. Finally, students will research topics that present factors affecting participation … [Read more...] about Voting Rights: A Step by Step Project-Based Learning Experience to Improve Participation in Local Elections