Looking for a new way to engage students in civics education? MyCivicsLife is a free educational tool from the nonprofit The Source for Learning that uses social media elements to prepare middle school students to be responsible citizens in the digital age—in a safe and engaging practice space.
In their MyCivicsLife class community, students might post a status as a member of the Supreme Court, comment on their friend’s digital news story about a recently passed bill, play “two truths and a lie” about the Electoral College—the possibilities are endless.
While students create and comment on each other’s posts, use emojis, and earn badges, teachers can accomplish their goal of providing meaningful, engaging civics education that encourages students to think critically.
Teachers will find everything they need to plan lessons that incorporate MyCivicsLife. They can explore a robust library of civics content provided by MyCivicsLife’s partners in the Lou Frey Institute at University of Central Florida and post videos, readings, activities, and supplemental resources directly to their online class community.
MyCivicsLife’s COPPA-compliant, teacher-moderated online environment allows students to participate in thoughtful, respectful discussion about civics, government, and current events while building good digital citizenship skills that will help them navigate the world beyond the classroom. Educators can create a free MyCivicsLife account and start inspiring the next generation of mindful citizens.