"Now, more than ever, in challenging global times, we need strong specialist Citizenship teaching." "We need you, the reader, to advocate for... the recruitment of specialist teachers of citizenship education www.writetothem.com "
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@ioe-derc.bsky.social #Citizenshiped

Although politicians in the North are often criticised, Nick Mathison MLA, Chair of the NI Assembly Education Committee, stands out for his support of young people and his contribution to improving education through cross-party commitee scrutiny. #5NN #Belfast #CitizenshipEd

Are elections the best way to decide who runs the country? This engaging Citizenship unit helps students explore UK elections and voting systems. Part of ACT’s Model Core Curriculum: https://ow.ly/OOGz50Ybyhm

#CitizenshipEd #Democracy #Elections #VotesAt16

Research shows GCSE Citizenship Studies boosts political understanding & engagement, especially for young women & ethnic minority students. If Votes at 16 is to succeed, all students must receive high-quality #CitizenshipEd. ow.ly/6xKc50WTFKe

With #Votesat16 on the horizon, delivering high-quality #CitizenshipEd is crucial. Join ACT as a School & College member to access resources, CPD & all you need to prepare your students to become active citizens – and save you hours of time planning: ow.ly/kxkp50WTFY8

Ahead of #Votesat16, ensuring your students are ready to participate in democracy is vital. S&C membership gives you access to CPD, ready-to-use resources & a national support network – helping you deliver impactful #CitizenshipEd confidently. ow.ly/H5ok50WMf4u

Petition: Set minimum number of citizenship lesson hours, increase resources & training We think the government should strengthen Citizenship education in secondary schools including a mandatory minimum number of teaching hours, alongside increased resources and teacher training, to give students the best chance to leave school politically informed and confident to vote.

Educational Psychology student, Phoebe, has started a petition to call for strengthened mandatory #CitizenshipEd and enhanced resources and teacher training. With the voting age set to be lowered, it's crucial that #Citizenship is prioritised. Sign it: ow.ly/rv1050WNFBU

Speaking with ‪@rory-stewart.bsky.social‬ recently on @therestpolitics.bsky.social , ‪@alastaircampbell2.bsky.social‬ highlighted his support for #CitizenshipEd
He stated: "I think politics, Citizenship and engagement should be taught in primary schools." We couldn't agree more! ow.ly/iUhY50WMQ4e

With 16- and 17-year-olds set to vote in the next General Election, providing high quality, well-structured #CitizenshipEd is crucial. Where to start? Great lesson planning. This on-demand CPD helps you deliver lessons with clarity & confidence: ow.ly/wTgf50WLvGi

Young people care about the issues that shape their lives, but they need high-quality Citizenship education to explore them. The Curriculum and Assessment Review is a chance to reposition #CitizenshipEd as a central subject in the curriculum. Read more: ow.ly/cfLR50WFS1I

Learn how to plan effective sequences of lessons with ease with our on-demand #CPD session! Explore key principles, curriculum choices, and get practical ideas to support your department. Register now & access the session anytime. ow.ly/6elR50WC3YO #CitizenshipEd

In the latest issue of Teaching Citizenship, ACT Chief Exec @emoorse01 explores the vital role of #CitizenshipEd in the digital age to help uphold trust in democracy pp. 23-27: ow.ly/lsvn50Wyz7R #TeachingCitizenship

Issue 61 of Teaching Citizenship is out! 'Imagining Citizenship education at post-16' explores post-16 students' perspectives on what effective #CitizenshipEd looks like for them & what they need to engage meaningfully with the wider world. pp. 20-22

With #Votesat16 on the horizon, delivering high-quality #CitizenshipEd is crucial. Join ACT as a School & College member to access resources, CPD & everything you need to prepare your students to become active citizens & save you hours of time planning: ow.ly/1Bp750WvSVa

Ahead of Votes at 16, contribute to research shaping the future of #CitizenshipEd by completing ACT’s national benchmarking tool. Reflect on provision, get a personalised report & claim 50% off School & College membership if you respond by 31 Jul! 👉 ow.ly/z6hi50WvSxq

"Without space for discussion, discovery and deliberation, in school, where will young people learn to think critically, engage respectfully, and participate fully?" @moorsee.bsky.social on the importance of #CitizenshipEd in fostering democratic values:https://ow.ly/qgcG50Wsrey

"Citizenship education has never been more critical." Year 9 student, Ja'Mari on the importance of #CitizenshipEd in a world that is becoming ever more complicated for young people to navigate.

Read the article here pp.28-29: https://ow.ly/t2OJ50Wl3Rh

ACT is collecting insights from schools across the country to show how #CitizenshipEd prepares students for democratic life. Take part in the survey before the end of July and earn 50% off School and College membership: 🔗 https://ow.ly/mYne50Wl3ve

Complete a 20-min benchmarking tool & receive a personalised report of your #CitizenshipEd provision. Complete it by the end of July & get 50% off School and College membership. 🔗 https://ow.ly/xehG50Wl3or

Research shows studying #GCSECitizenshipStudies boosts:
✅ Interest in politics
✅ Democratic confidence
✅ Trust in institutions

With the possibility of #Votesat16 on the horizon, #CitizenshipEd is vital to empower active & informed young citizens: https://ow.ly/e5Xm50Wl3W7

Contribute to national research by completing the NCES Survey & help shape build our evidence base to advocate for #CitizenshipEd. Take 20 mins to complete the benchmarking tool before the end of July to get 50% off School and College membership: https://ow.ly/w4b450Wl3rm

How can schools embed #RacialEquity deeply into their curriculum?

Join us on 10 July at 4:30pm for a free expert-led session exploring practical approaches for teachers, school leaders, and EDI leads.

Book: https://ow.ly/9eC250Wl3xs

#CitizenshipEd

The Curriculum and Assessment Review is underway & now is the time to stand up for #CitizenshipEd. Complete the ACT NCES benchmarking tool before term ends to contribute to key research and support a strong evidence base to secure our subject’s future: https://ow.ly/EGj250WibKM

In Issue 60 of Teaching Citizenship, Dr Ben Kisby explores what happened in Austria, Scotland & beyond when they lowered the voting age & what must be done to strengthen #CitizenshipEd to prepare young voters (pp.22-24): https://ow.ly/w5k450WibMo

Citizenship education plays a vital role in preparing young people to navigate digital life—not just to spot misinformation, but to participate with purpose and integrity. #CitizenshipEd #MediaLiteracy

At the Education Committee this week, Dr Gianfranco Polizzi highlighted why media literacy can’t be taught in isolation. Citizenship education has a key role to play. #CitizenshipEd #MediaLiteracy

See issue 58 of Teaching Citizenship, for ACT Council Member Scott Amott's review of Pride & Progress, a practical and inspiring guide for creating truly inclusive schools. Read the review: https://ow.ly/BLtg50W8pxL #Pride #PrideandProgress #CitizenshipEd

After an insightful panel, we're moving into roundtable conversations! A chance to reflect, share ideas & co-create ways to strengthen democratic education — from fresh classroom ideas to active citizenship projects & student voice initiatives. #ACTCON25 #CitizenshipEd

NEW CPD - 11 June 2025, 4pm

Tackle online misogyny & influencer culture with expert Rob Topinka. Help students spot risks, resist harmful narratives & build resilience.
🎟️ Book now: https://ow.ly/JMqM50VYIn5

#CitizenshipEd #OnlineSafety #Manosphere