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Guardians of Democracy Report

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Proven Practices for a quality civic learning experience:

1. Classroom Instruction: Schools should provide instruction in government, history, economics, law, and democracy. 2. Discussion of Current Events and Controversial Issues: Schools should incorporate discussion of current local, national, and international issues and events into the classroom, particularly those that young people view as important to their lives. 3. Service-Learning: Schools should design and implement programs that provide students with the opportunity to apply what they learn through performing community service that is linked to the formal curriculum and classroom instruction. 4. Extracurricular Activities: Schools should offer opportunities for young people to get involved in their schools or communities outside of the classroom. 5. School Governance: Schools should encourage student participation in school governance. 6. Simulations of Democratic Processes: Schools should encourage students to participate in simulations of democratic processes and procedures.