Educators and organizations committed to civic learning and engagement often feel hesitant, fearing they’ll be labeled political. Meanwhile, parents may wonder about the distinction between active participation and advocacy, and whether their child’s teacher is equipped to navigate these waters. Our panel dives deep into the nuances of “active citizenship” versus “activist citizenship,” exploring how these concepts intersect and sometimes clash in educational settings.

Table Of Contents:
0:00 Introduction
3:38 Successful Civic Formation
6:41 Active Citizenship
9:57 Future Civic Leaders
13:15 Learning from Others
15:58 Sources of Information
18:24 Freedom to Associate
20:38 Appreciation for Country
22:31 Responsible Influence
26:53 What Should we Teach?
29:23 The Biggest Problem
33:14 Having Deeper Questions
37:06 Democracy is a Verb
42:16 Goalposts & Mistakes
48:22 Advice to Educators

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