The New Year is a perfect time to work toward new goals. Join the National Constitution Center in reaching our 2020 goal to get 400 teachers nationwide to participate in the Classroom Exchange.
What are Classroom Exchanges?
Real-time, civil dialogues about constitutional issues between your class and another class across the United States via video-conference. The Classroom Exchanges build student confidence in sharing their voice and provide them the skills to disagree without being disagreeable. Thousands of students from all over America have already joined the conversation. Now it is your turn!
How does it work?
We pair your class with grade-level peers and a trained moderator— legal professionals and master teachers— provide instructional materials, and set up the videoconferencing sessions. The Center's education team is available to provide any support along the way.
When are the exchanges?
We are offering exchanges every Tuesday and Friday throughout the school year. There will also be special exchanges to celebrate civic holidays on the following dates:
- Friday, February 14– African American History Month
- Tuesday, March 3– Women's History Month
- Monday, April 13– Thomas Jefferson's Birthday
In addition to providing an opportunity for your students to discuss essential constitutional issues with their peers from across the country, exchanges meet Social Studies, English, and Speaking & Listening Standards through inquiry-based learning, all while promoting SEL skills through civil dialogue techniques that teach students how to "disagree without being disagreeable."
To sign up for a Classroom Exchange, fill out this survey to match your class. If you have questions before signing up, email [email protected]. We will help you every step of the way!
