iCivics Learning Framework
Preparing youth with the attitudes, skills, and knowledge they need to belong, participate, and help shape civic life in a constitutional democracy.
What is the iCivics Learning Framework?
The iCivics Learning Framework is our statement of what we do best and the foundation of everything we do. It drives our priorities, serves as a guidepost for content development, and communicates our commitment to student outcomes.
When teachers use iCivics as part of a strong civic learning experience, students will develop the attitudes, skills, and knowledge required for citizenship in our constitutional democracy. That is our promise to you.
We are committed to cultivating the attitudes, building the skills, and teaching the knowledge that students need to shape the world around them and believe in our future.
Attitudes
What students need to value for effective civic engagement.
These are the underlying mindsets, often referred to as civic dispositions, habits, or values, that drive action and engagement in democracy. We believe that cultivating attitudes of genuine care is a critical investment we must make in our students. By nurturing these attitudes, we prepare young people not just to understand their government, but also to actively protect and participate in it.
Skills
What students need to know how to do for effective civic engagement.
Civic education must go beyond the content; it requires knowing how to do the actual work of democracy effectively. These are the practical tools students need to navigate their classrooms, communities, and civic spaces. By developing these essential skills, we empower students to apply their attitudes and knowledge.
Knowledge
What students need to know for effective civic engagement.
Responsible engagement requires a solid foundation; students need to understand the mechanics of our government and the story of our nation. By mastering the content, students gain the context and clarity needed to engage meaningfully as informed citizens.
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