Facing History & Ourselves Civic Knowledge Research Project
This guide provides prompts and strategies for the written Research Project component of New York State’s Seal of Civic Readiness.
Latino Americans: The 500-Year Legacy That Shaped a Nation
Watch the landmark PBS documentary series Latino Americans, featuring interviews and more than 500 years of history.
Responding to Misinformation, Disinformation and Mal-information
This handout contains tips for how to navigate online disinformation and propaganda.
Demographic Trends Shaping the US and the World in 2018
Get an overview of the Pew Research Center's findings on global migration and immigration as of 2018.
Talking to Teens About Online Hate Speech: A Guide for Parents and Families
Help teens identify, process, and think critically about online hate speech to help minimize its harmful effects.
Unit Overview: Developing Media Literacy for Well-being, Relationships and Democracy
Use this handout to get an overview of the lessons, materials, and activities in this unit.
Media Literacy Questions – The 5A Rating
This handout contains a set of questions for students to develop their media literacy skills.
Media Content Examples
This handout contains a selection of media content for analysis using the 5A Rating.
Media Consumption: Anticipation Guide
This handout contains an anticipation guide that prompts student reflection on media consumption patterns and choices.
The Impact of Stereotypes in the Media
This handout provides an overview of the impact of media consumption.