Want better civic education? Improve college teaching.

"Revamping Civic Education: The Key to a More Engaged Citizenry As concerns about civic engagement and voter turnout continue to grow, educators and policymakers are turning their attention to civic education initiatives aimed at fostering a more informed and active citizenry. However, experts warn that these efforts will only yield results if professors are adequately equipped to teach these complex topics and institutions provide meaningful incentives for effective instruction. Without a solid foundation of knowledge and teaching skills, civic education programs risk falling flat, leaving students with a superficial understanding of critical issues. As the nation grapples with the challenges of democracy, it's time to rethink the way we train educators and support institutions to deliver high-quality civic education."

Civic education initiatives are important, but they will only be successful if professors are better prepared to teach them, and institutions provide real incentives for good instruction.