Civic Education Survey, Fall 2019

Survey Description

The Civic Education survey provides information about topics social studies teachers emphasize in their civic education instruction, the support and training they receive to teach civic education, and various aspects of students' civic development.

Topics

Civics and social studies
Social and emotional learning
Non-academic supports
Professional development
Curriculum and instruction

Panel(s) Surveyed

American Teacher Panel

Data Availability

No data available

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AEP surveys

Civic Education Survey, Fall 2019

Survey Description

Topics

Panel(s) Surveyed

Data Availability

Related Publications

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Social Studies Teachers' Trust in Institutions and Groups: Civic Development in the Era of Truth Decay