SXSW EDU 2021
More than a Subject: Civics, Teens & Storytelling
Description:
Young people in America engaged in democracy in new and innovative ways during the 2020 Election. When the coronavirus pandemic forced everyone to rethink civic engagement for our country’s youngest voters, Gen Z sprung into action and found new means through social media and media making. Attendees will hear from teens about how student-driven initiatives helped them make sense of the elections and learn how to rethink civics education through programs like PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs.
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Takeaways
- Attendees will learn how students use storytelling to understand major current events.
- Attendees will learn how young people think about civics education differently and how to apply concepts directly to the classroom.
- Attendees will learn how to strengthen student civic engagement and critical thinking in and out of the classroom, especially around current events.
Speakers
- Elis Estrada, Senior Director, PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs
Organizer
Elis Estrada, Senior Director, PBS Newshour Student Reporting Labs
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