Civic Learning Ecosystem
The Civic Learning Ecosystem unites diverse individuals and organizations committed to redefining civic education. This regional working group fosters a vibrant community, curates impactful events, and offers catalytic support for transformative civic learning experiences.
Why Civics Learning?
Traditional civic education is failing young people today. Our mission is to redefine K-12 civic learning, focusing on the development of belonging, connection, and agency, so that all young people grow up with the experiences and learning they need to step into their role as makers of our shared history.
What’s the working group doing?
Grounded in collaboration, innovation, and equity, the working group explores questions of how to redefine civic education across the region, integrating learning science, and centering the needs and voices of youth. Key issues we are addressing: defining and promoting civic readiness, defining a vision for a “civic learner”, applying innovative pedagogical practices, and advancing inclusion and belonging. Additionally, the group is interested in fostering multi-generational dialogues and utilizing storytelling for connectivity and visibility.
Our Aims
- Build a tightly-knit community of engaged civic learning partner institutions.
- Cultivate a mindset shift, emphasizing learning science and civic readiness.
- Define a shared understanding of a “civic learner” in collaboration with community partners.
- Strengthen offerings and embolden members to become ambassadors for civic education.
- Integrate innovative pedagogical practices aligned with whole-child development.
- Facilitate multi-generational civic dialogues and increased youth voice.
- Leverage storytelling to enhance awareness and connectivity.
- Offer funding support for bold and transformative learning projects.
- Measure success through scaled, quality integration into educational practices.
Student Spotlights
Meet Cameron Jones
A Youth Changemaker in Pittsburgh’s Civic Learning Ecosystem
Meet Haresh Muralidharan
A Youth Changemaker in Pittsburgh’s Civic Learning Ecosystem
Recent Stories
Youth Design Day
Young people come together to map civic learning opportunities across the Pittsburgh region.
The Future of Civic Learning: Insights from Community Leaders
Educators share their thoughts on what’s needed to forge the future of civic learning.
5 Questions with Tess Benoit
Get to know the person leading the Civic Learning Ecosystem, a new working group powered by Remake Learning.
Join the Civic Learning Ecosystem to actively contribute to redefining civic education in the region. Engage in events, workshops, and collaborative activities, and explore funding opportunities for innovative learning projects.
To become a part of this work, please reach out to the group leads to learn more.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
View AllSupport for the Civic Learning Ecosystem is provided by The Grable Foundation.
