National campaigns and elections allow citizens to reflect and participate in their democracy. APSA's Engaging the 2024 U.S. Election Webinar Series showcases how political scientists understand and teach the U.S. election from a variety of perspectives.
Now Open! 2024 Election Reflection Call for Submissions
Election reflections are scholarly reflections, original research notes, and classroom exercises that shed light upon political behavior, public opinion, and the 2024 campaign season and election cycle. Deadline: January 15, 2025
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Post-Election Reflection: An Experts Roundtable
December 4, 2024 | How are political science experts reflecting upon the results and administration of the 2024 election? What can we learn from this election about U.S. electoral behavior? What should we expect from the incoming government? Are there any surprises or learning opportunities?
Facilitating Respectful Conversations in the Political Science Classroom
August 13, 2024 | Respectful political dialogue between engaged citizens is a cornerstone characteristic of a healthy democracy. How can faculty establish a classroom culture encouraging constructive and inclusive political discussion around the 2024 U.S. election and other common political science themes? How can political science educators scaffold productive civic dialogue on contentious political issues?
Teaching the 2024 U.S. Election
July 16, 2024 | How are political science educators bringing the 2024 U.S. election into their classrooms? What assignments or activities should political science educators use to help undergraduates understand the 2024 U.S. election? What tools can faculty use to address campaign and election mis- and disinformation?
Engaging the 2024 U.S. Election: An Experts Roundtable
June 18, 2024 | How should we interpret the U.S. 2024 election? What are the key factors driving the national campaigns? What is at stake in this election? Check out the recording above to learn how three political scientists understand the upcoming presidential and congressional elections.
Preparing Students for the 2024 Election: Campus Engagement and Civic Education
April 15, 2024 | The 2024 U.S. election presents educators across the United States with the opportunity to help their students engage in the democratic system. Why is it essential to teach democratic citizenship and civic engagement? What concrete steps can higher educators use to connect students to the U.S. election process at all levels?