Civic Education & Democracy Workshop
Join this interactive workshop featuring instructional resources that help foster civil discourse, understand media literacy, and explore civic participation today. This event will occur in-person.
This event has concluded.
Columbus, OH
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About this event:
Multi-Session
Our multi-session professional learning series are designed for in-depth exploration of themes and topics that help educators strengthen their skills and competencies. Session information is included in the event details.
Instructor-Led
This professional learning event will be led by Facing History staff. When you register, you will receive instructions for how to attend the event.
This event qualifies for Certificate of Completion.
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In the 2 day workshop, you will:
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Experience Facing History’s approach to civic education, which helps cultivate young people’s informed civic responsibility.
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Engage with classroom-ready lessons and units designed to foster civil discourse and discussions of civic topics in your classroom.
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Explore ways to center students’ voices and lived experiences as they develop civic agency and responsibility.
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Explore resources that help students reflect on the choices they have within their own community.
This workshop is now closed.
Educators play a critical role in helping young people navigate our world today. This two-day workshop will explore the interdisciplinary nature of civic learning and Facing History’s approach to civic education, which helps cultivate young people’s informed civic responsibility.
Utilizing our Fostering Civil Discourse Guide, we will introduce educators to our approach for navigating crucial conversations. This workshop will provide you with tools to help your students grapple with complex issues and empower your students to reflect upon the issues and dilemmas that shape civic life today.
The workshop is designed for educators teaching 6th–12th grades who want to integrate civic learning into their social studies courses, such as facilitating discussions of civic and societal issues and cultivating their civic agency. It is also relevant for school and district leadership, curriculum specialists, and instructional coaches who are critical in guiding how students are being prepared for life beyond high school.
Location: ESC of Central Ohio
2080 Citygate Dr, Columbus, OH 43219
Certificate of Completion
This event qualifies for a Certificate of Completion. At the conclusion of the event, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for 14 hours of attendance. Certificates may be submitted for a school’s or district’s approval towards professional development credits. Requirements for professional development credits vary by state. It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure that they are meeting the requirements of their school, organization, and/or state.
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