Better Teaching: Only Stuff That Works - Lindsey Cormack discusses her new book How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It’s Up to You to Do It) and the importance of parents educating children about our system of government.

Lindsey Cormack discusses her new book How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It’s Up to You to Do It) and the importance of parents educating children about our system of government.

10/23/24 • 36 min

In this episode, host Gene Tavernetti speaks with Dr. Lindsey Cormack, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Stevens Institute of Technology and author of 'How to Raise a Citizen: Why It's Up to You to Do It.' They discuss the importance of teaching civics and politics to children, the challenges teachers face in the current political climate, and actionable strategies for parents to engage their children in understanding politics and government. The conversation also touches on historical context, educational strategies, and the role of media in shaping our political understanding.

01:47 Civics Education: Then and Now
04:26 Defining Civics and its Broader Implications
04:29 The Current State of Civics Knowledge
06:07 Lindsey’s Research and Findings
19:37 Teaching Civics at Home vs. School
34:04 Key Takeaways

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