CERL Substack

Preparing young people to navigate the political world and become engaged in their communities has become increasingly complex. The Civic Education Research Lab (CERL) at Georgetown University conducts research that informs civic education and democratic practices. On our CERL Substack page, we share research, practical information, and resources on civic education and engagement. Our aim is to promote quality civic education for all and support a strong democracy.

Read more in our recent Substack posts:

Closing the Media Literacy Confidence Gap Between Teachers and Students
Oct. 1, 2026

A Home for Brave Ideas: How Museums Build Community
Sep. 24, 2026

September 17 is Constitution Day
Five Resources for Teaching About the Constitution
Sep. 17, 2026

Media Literacy in Civic Education
CERL presented new work at APSA 2026, including findings from Project Community on media literacy and civic development.
Sep. 10, 2026

Practicing What You Teach
Summer Institutes Give Teachers Meaningful Experience in Their Students’ Seats
Aug. 27, 2026

Improving Literacy through Social Studies
A Look at Delaware’s New Literacy for We the People Initiative
Aug. 20, 2026

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