Eric Liu, whose article in the journal Democracy, “Sworn-Again Americans,” is worth reading, has a new project as part of his work with the Guiding Lights Network: Sworn-Again America. The new project seeks to “revitalize citizenship, [... to] reconsider what it means to be an American” and encourages Americans to “[r]elearn our shared history. Reimagine what we can do to make an unum out of the pluribus, … Read more »
Distinguished scholar-teachers Amy and Leon Kass demonstrate how short stories, speeches, and songs can be used to enhance civic education and how a pedagogical approach that stresses learning through inquiry can make primary sources come alive for students of all ages.
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“What a wonderful collection of American songs, speeches, and stories. It should be valuable for teachers, students, parents, and readers of all kinds.”
— Diane Ravitch