Thematic Materials

Civic Education

• American Promise
  http://www.farmers.com/FarmComm/AmericanPromise/The purpose of this site is to help teachers, professors and educators bring democracy to life in their classrooms.
• Ben's Guide to U.S. Government for Kids
  http://bensguide.gpo.gov/For kindergarten through high school curriculum.
• Center for Civic Education
  http://www.civiced.org/index.phpSee, in particular, the "free resources for teachers" section. The related Curriculum site also contains high quality materials.
• Civic Education in the EFL Classroom
  http://exchanges.state.gov/education/engteaching/civic/curric.htm Models of curriculum and classroom projects, from the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, U.S. Department of State.
• Civic Practices Network, Tools
  http://www.cpn.org/tools/index.htmlContains a civic dictionary, examples of syllabi for the classroom, plus manuals and guides for civic work in a variety of arenas.
• Civnet
  http://www.civnet.org/An online resource and service for civic education practitioners (teachers, teacher trainers, curriculum designers), as well as scholars, policymakers, civic-minded journalists, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) promoting civic education all over the world.
• Language and Civil Society, Civic Education
  http://exchanges.state.gov/forum/journal/civic.htmThe Civic Education volume from Fredricka Stoller is designed specifically for language teachers who are turning toward content-based instruction to promote content learning and language learning in their classes. Through the exploration of topics related to civic education, language teachers can help their students master English and simultaneously become more knowledgeable citizens of the world. The combination of improved language skills and increased knowledge can enhance students' studies, work, and ability to become more active and conscientious participants in their communities.
• Street Law in the Classroom
  http://www.streetlaw.org/classrm.htmlIn the USA, Street Law's programs draw real-world connections between the lives of young people and the law, human rights, and democratic values. Each of our domestic programs teaches practical information, develops critical life skills, and provides opportunities for positive interaction with the community.