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:

Putting the Cat in Civic EduCATion: Five Civic Skills We Can Learn from Cats
Apr. 2, 2026

“Can You Tell Me How to Get to Democracy?”: Sesame Street as Civic Education
Mar. 26, 2026

What Does Effective Civic Education Look Like? New Evidence from JMLPE
Executive Summary – James Madison Legacy Project Expansion Research
Mar. 19, 2026

Reflections from We the People: National Symposium on Civic Education Research
Mar. 12, 2026

Strengthening Civic Education: Findings from the JMLPE Teacher Study
Mar. 5, 2026

Media Literacy That Moves the Needle: Findings from Project Community
Feb. 26, 2026

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