Civic Work-Based Learning
WHAT IS CIVIC WORK-BASED LEARNING?
Civic work-based learning has a two-fold purpose: changing society and changing oneself. Learning is organized around systemic challenges, rather than traditional subjects. Teachers partner with workplaces that are focused on these challenges to create civic work-based learning projects and internships that engage young people in making a meaningful difference in the world and in their own lives. Learning is measured by the impact on society and students' development of academic-infused Society and Soul Skills as well as the reciprocal impact on their adult partners.
WHY CIVIC WORK-BASED LEARNING? AND HOW?
IT'S ALL ABOUT CARE.
"Why should I care?" How often do students ask this and not get satisfactory answers? Students need to care about what they are learning and doing in order for meaningful learning to take place. Through our CARE Model™ we help students connect to their learning and the world and enhance professionals' engagement in their work and community.
SOCIETY AND SOUL SKILLS
ReimagineNation™ integrates essential 21st century skills to equip young people to impact and thrive in society and in their hearts and soul.
ReimagineNation™ acts as an intermediary between schools, workplaces and community organizations. We offer a flexible, collaborative approach to establishing and implementing civic work-based learning projects, internships and apprenticeships. We work to find a balance between meeting the needs of the workplace and students' interests, while supporting teachers in their integration of academics.
ReimagineNation™ provides training, tools, resources to educators, students and workplaces as well as policy advocacy to narrow the gap between schools and the workforce to promote meaningful real-world learning, civic engagement, intergenerational problem-solving, social connection, and advancement opportunities for all.