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STUDENT VOICE: How alt-right memes on Instagram and Reddit are radicalizing my classmates

The Hechinger Report

A viral article posted by an anonymous mother in The Washingtonian chronicled how her child became a part of an alt-right community in a Reddit subgroup after experiencing a loss of friends at school and was then invited to moderate a Reddit page. Related: Helping science teachers tackle misinformation and controversial topics.

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OPINION: Our schools must figure out a way to teach this presidential election

The Hechinger Report

Three states — Florida, Illinois and Massachusetts — have in recent years revamped their social studies and civic education standards and have created legislation to implement modern civic education. iCivics’ free videos and guides on teaching controversial topics will help you build a safe and respectful learning environment.