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:

Teachers at Literacy for We the People summer institute

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

Gaming the System
CERL talks with Peter Williamson about how games can be a tool for teaching civics
August 13, 2026

Teaching Integrated Civic Competencies through Project Citizen
CERL speaks with ICC teachers before the start of the school year
Aug. 6, 2026

Dr, Diana Owen and CERL team speak to PALS students about making change in their communities.

Big Ideas, Small Steps: Learning How To Make Political Change as a Young Person
July 30, 2026

US Adults under 30 more likely to be Spectators than Connectors

Moving Young People From Spectators to Connectors
How Place-Based Civic Education Can Turn Attention into Participation
July 23, 2026

John Trumbull's painting of presentation of Declaration of Independence

The American Revolution Was a Literacy Achievement
July 16, 2026

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