There is a history in the United States of destructive discussions about controversial issues, such as abortion, gay marriage, the divide between the rich and the poor, and sexual abuse to name just a ...

Engagement with controversial issues lies at the heart of contemporary civic education, offering students opportunities to develop critical thinking, democratic competencies and a sense of agency.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Univeresity of Texas regents unanimously approved a rule allowing students to graduate without studying ...

People hold signs during a Grossmont Union High School District board meeting in El Cajon, Calif., in July 2025. Meg McLaughlin/The San Diego Union-Tribune via Getty Images Election races for local ...

AUSTIN, Texas — The University of Texas Board of Regents voted Thursday morning to adopt a new policy that creates guidelines for teaching “controversial and contested” subjects. The new policy, ...

The Redlands school board on Tuesday night, Aug. 11, tackled the tricky topic of how to deal with “controversial issues” in students’ learning materials and ensure they are balanced. Trustee Candy ...

He also explained how he finds the courage to keep reporting despite negative press he has received and why he continues to fight for a worthy cause. "I'm here to speak on behalf of we the people. I ...

As one of my undergraduate classes recently discussed the history of slavery and resistance, my students shared their gratitude for learning about topics they had not studied during their K-12 ...