SXSW EDU 2022
Rescuing Democracy: Civic Engagement Is Our Future
Description:
When asked about the government he was framing, Benjamin Franklin said, “A republic madam, if you can keep it.” We live amidst a toxic political culture filled with social unrest, misinformation and inaction at home & abroad. What if the future could be different and educators led the way? Delving into the intersection of civic engagement, digital citizenship, social media & critical thinking, this panel will explore how we can build better civic education and empower students to be the change.
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Takeaways
- Acknowledge the current climate and ‘culture wars’, how we got here and the obstacles to civic engagement, education & youth participation
- Examine political actions students already take, including social media’s influence, and how we can help them recognize and combat misinformation
- Discuss how we can empower students to be smart, effective & responsible citizens as they become civically engaged
Speakers
- Ike Ramos, Director of District Partnerships/Brand Ambassador, Nearpod and Flocabulary
- Emma Humphries, Chief Education Officer, iCivics
- Jeff Knutson, Sr. Producer and Content Strategist, Common Sense
- Sophia Mendoza, Director, Instructional Technology Initiative, LAUSD
Organizer
Rachel Stoczko, Communications Lead, Nearpod
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