Center for Economic and Civic Learning

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Tag: Civic Education

  • CREATE Newsletter – March 2025
    March 14, 2025 by

    March Newsletter Issue 22 I. CREATE News and Updates Civics Day 2025: A Day of Learning and Community Impact MCS Students to Experience History Firsthand at Conner Prairie Teacher Spotlight: Hope Delroy II. Opportunities for Teachers and Students Professional Development: Navigating Polarization With Viewpoint-Diverse Civil Discourse CREATE’s Civic Badge Program 2025 Conference on Civic Studies […]

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  • CREATE Newsletter – December 2024
    December 11, 2024 by

    December Newsletter Issue 19 I. CREATE News and Updates Celebrating Indiana’s History with East Washington Academy CREATE 2024: A Year in Review Teacher Spotlight: Andrea Streaty of Longfellow Elementary Celebrating Excellence in Civic Education II. Opportunities for Teachers and Students Paid Professional Development: Developing Religious Literacy Introducing the Civic Badge Program IV. Featured Resource Institute […]

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  • CREATE Newsletter – November 2024
    November 13, 2024 by

    November Newsletter Issue 18 I. CREATE News and Updates Northside Middle School Students Shine at We the People Competition Muncie Central Students Visit to Indiana Statehouse 2024 Civic Learning Symposium Keynote Addresses Teacher Spotlight: Braden DeShon – Inspiring Civic Engagement II. Opportunities for Teachers and Students Introducing the Civic Badge Program III. Upcoming Events November […]

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  • The 2024 Civic Learning Symposium Program
    September 5, 2024 by

    The 2024 Civic Learning Symposium Program We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Civic Learning Symposium at Ball State University, scheduled for Friday, September 27th, and Saturday, September 28th. Hosted by the Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL), this year’s theme, Education, Dialogue, and Deliberation in Our Democracy, focuses on the vital role of […]

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  • 2024 Civic Learning Symposium Schedule
    August 6, 2024 by

    2024 Civic Learning Symposium The Center for Economic and Civic Learning at Ball State hosts an annual Civic Learning Symposium. This event serves as a focal point for faculty, educators, and community members to come together, share insights, and explore innovative approaches to civic education and engagement. EDUCATION, DIALOGUE, & DELIBERATION IN OUR DEMOCRACY —Friday, […]

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  • CREATE Newsletter – August 2024
    August 3, 2024 by

    August 2024 Back to School Special Welcome Back! As the new school year begins, we hope you had a restful and rejuvenating summer. We’re excited to share the highlights from our Summer Civic Learning Academy and give you a glimpse of what’s to come in the 2024/2025 school year. Issue 15 I. CREATE News and […]

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  • Ball State Voting Trends
    July 24, 2024 by

    July 28, 2024 David J. Roof & Em Allen • Center for Economic and Civic Learning, Ball State Access the Voting Trends Brief 28-July-2024 Introduction The Center for Economic and Civic Learning (CECL) at Ball State University aims to enhance civic engagement and democratic participation among students and the broader community. This report presents an […]

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  • 2024 SCLA Week-1
    July 4, 2024 by

    Summer Civic Learning Academy: Week 1 The 2024 Summer Civic Learning Academy (SCLA) hosted by the Center for Economic and Civic Learning at Ball State, as part of the CREATE project was completed by 13 teachers from six Muncie Community Schools (MCS) who teach various grade levels, with experience ranging from 3 years to over […]

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  • Muncie Central High – Civics Day
    May 10, 2024 by

    Muncie Central High School devoted Friday, April 19, to a wide variety of Civics Day activities that fostered students’ appreciation. Civics Day at Muncie Central High School on Apr. 19, 2024. Photo by Samantha Blankenship / Ball State University of community engagement, civic processes, and the people who commit themselves to government and public safety. […]

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