A key purpose of education is to help our students become informed and engaged citizens. We want them to understand complex content, confront pressing social issues, and advocate for change. Learn five research-backed and field-tested strategies that can be infused into elementary, middle and high school curriculum that promotes civic engagement and a healthy democracy.
Required Text: Taking Action Together: 5 Teaching Techniques to Cultivate SEL, Civic Engagement, and a Healthy Democracy by Lauren Fullmer, Laura Bond, Crystal Molyneaux, Samuel Nayman, and Maurice Elias. This book must be purchased separately.
Instructor
Ryan Pickett
B.A., M.S. in Counseling Clinical School PsychologyK-12 School Psychologist 20+ years.
Collegiate Professional Development Coordinator, Developer, and Instructor 16+.
"I take pride in helping educators enhance student learning while bringing passion into their classrooms."
Ryan loves spending time with family and friends, especially outdoors. His favorite activities include snowboarding, golf, and hiking.