Civic Learning and Student Empowerment

The video discusses the importance of citizenship and civic engagement, emphasizing that civics is more than just voting or watching debates. It highlights the role of civic learning in developing 21st-century competencies, critical thinking, and authentic learning. The video also covers evaluating sources for bias, the benefits of civic learning experiences, and the impact of democratic governance in schools. It stresses the importance of community connection and addresses the civic empowerment gap, suggesting ways to provide equitable civic learning opportunities.

What is the primary focus of civics according to the video?

• Voting in elections

• Watching political debates

• Reading political news

• Engaging in the world in an action-oriented manner

Which competency is NOT mentioned as being built through civic learning?

• Critical thinking

• Creativity

• Communication

• Mathematical skills

How can students develop literacy in identifying biases?

• By memorizing facts

• By evaluating sources

• By ignoring controversial issues

• By focusing on one perspective

What skill is enhanced by working in groups during civic learning activities?

• Teamwork

• Individual creativity

• Personal reflection

• Solo performance

What is a natural outcome of students learning about current events?

• Global awareness

• Increased stress

• Decreased interest in school

• Isolation from peers

Why is student voice important in school governance?

• It improves school climate

• It limits student freedom

• It reduces the need for teachers

• It increases homework

What is the benefit of cross-disciplinary learning?

• It focuses on one subject

• It makes learning more powerful

• It reduces the need for exams

• It limits student creativity

What is the civic empowerment gap?

• A gap in civic learning opportunities

• A gap in voting rates

• A gap in community service

• A gap in political knowledge

How can schools help address the civic empowerment gap?

• By reducing civic learning experiences

• By providing authentic civic learning experiences

• By focusing only on academic subjects

• By limiting student participation

What is an example of an activity that can help bridge the civic empowerment gap?

• Reading fiction

• Playing video games

• Watching TV

• Doing a food drive