Empower Yourself Today
Take the leap towards civic empowerment. Enroll now and embark on a journey of knowledge, engagement, and positive change.
Comprehensive Civics Curriculum
Dive deep into essential civics topics with engaging reading assignments and thought-provoking discussions.
Interactive Learning Experience
Participate in dynamic discussion boards and test your knowledge with quizzes after each module.
Expertly Crafted Modules
Benefit from expertly designed modules that simplify complex civic concepts for easy understanding.
About the Course
The Institute for Youth in Policy is proud to present our asynchronous fellowship: the Global Rising Innovators in Policy Program. The intention of this course is to extend accessibility to all students who are interested in civic education in the United States. This is meant for anyone looking for an introductory course to U.S. politics and the framework of democracy in the United States.
What you'll learn
Foundations of American Democracy
How was the American model of democracy formed and how has it evolved over the last 248 years? What makes our model unique and how can we better understand its framework?
Political Parties and Election Law
Learn more about how political parties drive elections and set the political agenda across the different branches of government. Learn about how elections are administrated and how voting rights influence elections.
Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Learn about civil rights in the U.S. - past and present. How have those rights changed and what liberties do U.S. citizens possess now?