Civics Education and Digital Engagement

The speaker, a retired Supreme Court Justice, emphasizes the importance of civics education in schools to create knowledgeable citizens. She introduces iCivics.org, a platform offering free resources to engage students in civics through digital tools. The speaker encourages teachers to use these resources to inspire students to become active civic leaders, highlighting that democracy requires active participation.

Why is civics education not passed down genetically?

• It must be actively taught to each generation.

• It is too complex to be inherited.

• It is a new subject introduced recently.

• It is only relevant to certain professions.

What is the speaker's role after retiring from the Supreme Court?

• To travel the world.

• To write a book on law.

• To help the next generation learn civics.

• To relax and enjoy retirement.

What was the original purpose of establishing schools in the nation?

• To teach advanced sciences.

• To prepare students for the workforce.

• To educate young people to be good citizens.

• To promote physical education.

What is iCivics.org designed to provide?

• A platform for political debates.

• Paid lesson plans and activities.

• A social media site for teachers.

• Free resources for civics education.

Why might some be surprised by the promotion of online media for civics education?

• Because it is not accessible to everyone.

• Because it is expensive.

• Because it is a new approach for the speaker.

• Because it is not effective.

What is the speaker's view on using digital tools for education?

• They are unnecessary for modern education.

• They are essential for engaging the digital generation.

• They are only useful for entertainment.

• They should replace traditional teaching methods.

What is the speaker's hope for teachers using iCivics.org?

• That they will ignore it.

• That they will use it as a secondary resource.

• That they will provide feedback and suggestions.

• That they will find it too complex.

What is democracy described as in the transcript?

• A passive activity.

• A spectator sport.

• A historical concept.

• An active participation process.

What must each person do to ensure the survival of democracy?

• Observe from a distance.

• Participate actively.

• Rely on others to act.

• Ignore political processes.

What is the ultimate goal of civics education according to the speaker?

• To make history classes more interesting.

• To create more politicians.

• To ensure government of the people, by the people, for the people.

• To increase voter turnout.