Government 101
September 15, 2024
Dear Educator,
A basic understanding of the fundamentals of government is integral not only to a 21st-century education but also to ensuring democracy flourishes in the United States. With democracy on the decline around the world, it is important that students understand how laws and democratic institutions should function in order to recognize the warning signs.
As educators, you know this better than anyone but finding resources that are free, reputable, and supplement your existing materials takes time. In this newsletter, you will find just that!
Happy learning,
CFR Education
Government: An Introduction |
Governments share a central function of leading and protecting their people, but the ways in which that is achieved can look different.
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Looking for more resources? Explore our full range of offerings that cover U.S. government, history, and civic learning.
The world has become less free and democratic every year between 2005 and 2023. This trend is known as democratic backsliding and can happen for many reasons.
This resource outlines how democratic backsliding manifests by examining different laws and norms, where they thrive, and where they have broken down in recent years.
Educator Tip: Use this mini simulation on election security to emphasize the importance of free and fair elections as one of the pillars of democracy.
Teaching Government in an Election Year |
The upcoming election makes the need for accurate teaching and learning resources on this topic even more important. We are proud to offer a dedicated newsletter series and a free webinar that will help you engage students with diverse political perspectives. |
EdWebinar: Teaching Global Issues in a Controversial Election |
Join an expert on global democracy and technology, an award-winning Michigan social studies teacher, and the head of teaching and learning at CFR Education to learn best practices for teaching the U.S. election through global issues. |
Election Newsletter Series: The Archives |
This limited newsletter series covers four historical U.S. elections, the foreign policy issues facing American voters at the time, and how the echoes of history can be heard in 2024. |