9 Ways to Teach the Election: A Social Justice Approach
Campaigns and elections are ripe with opportunity to discuss government, the electoral process, civics and history as well as the myriad of specific issues that are important to the public during any particular year, whether it’s a local or presidential election.
These resources offer ideas for teaching about the election focus on social justice issues. They provide suggested strategies and activities teachers can undertake with students in order to help them analyze issues of bias, discrimination, diversity, civil rights and justice. Be sure to discuss guidelines with students in advance to establish a safe and anti-bias learning environment.
- Civic Education
- After School and Beyond
- Congregational Learning
- Day Schools and Yeshivas
- Teen Engagement
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Non-partisan resources to aid in discussion and programming around civic engagement.
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Educational resources in support of civic responsibility and the democratic process.