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iCivics is a web-based education project designed to teach students civics and inspire them to be active participants in our democracy. iCivics is the vision of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, who is concerned that students are not getting the information and tools they need for civic participation, and that civics teachers need better materials and support.

Every morning, more than 575 newspapers from around the world submit their front pages to the Newseum via the Internet to be part of Today's Front Pages. The Today's Front Pages gallery gives visitors an up-close look at the day's news on up to 80 newspaper front pages from every state, the District of Columbia and countries around the world. The gallery - featuring a spectacular view of the U.S. Capitol - provides the perfect setting for visitors contemplating the relationship between press and democracy. The full selection of front pages is available on newseum.org each day by 8:30 a.m. For more information, please see our Frequently Asked Questions section below.

Our Courts is a web-based education project designed to teach students civics and inspire them to be active participants in our democracy. Our Courts is the vision of Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, who is concerned that students are not getting the information and tools they need for civic participation, and that civics teachers need better materials and support.

Remix America gives you the tools and raw materials you need to remix America Then with America Now. Declare your patriotism by adding a little historical flavor to the current political debate.

This position statement focuses on the critical role of media literacy in the social studies curriculum. The statement addresses the following questions. First, why and how has media literacy taken on a significantly more important role in preparing citizens for democratic life? Second, how is media literacy defined, and what are some of its essential concepts? Finally, what is required to teach media literacy and what are some examples of classroom activities?