Civil

Helps educators teach students to critically analyze news and complex issues with empathy

Primary audience
Students and educators
Work area
Education and training
Topic
Media literacy

About Organization

Civil supports teachers in developing students' media literacy and critical thinking skills by providing tools to navigate bias, partisan narratives, and information overload. The organization bridges the gap between current events and classroom learning, fostering informed and empathetic student discourse.

What They Focus On

Media Literacy Education

Teaching students to identify bias, evaluate sources, and navigate information overload in news media

Critical Thinking Development

Building student capacity to analyze complex issues from multiple perspectives with intellectual rigor

Classroom Dialogue Facilitation

Equipping educators with tools to guide respectful discussions about controversial and timely topics

How They Work

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  • 01

    Curate News Content

    Select relevant current events and issues appropriate for classroom discussion and analysis

  • 02

    Develop Teaching Materials

    Create lesson plans and resources that help educators present complex topics effectively

  • 03

    Support Educators

    Provide tools and training to help teachers facilitate informed student conversations

  • 04

    Foster Critical Thinking

    Enable students to analyze information sources and develop empathetic, informed perspectives

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Civil

Classroom Discussion Tools

Frameworks enabling teachers to facilitate respectful dialogue about complex and controversial current events

Team & Leadership

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