Civic Engagement Courses and Certifications

University of North Texas

Pathways to Civic Engagement

Explore diverse civic engagement pathways, develop skills for community impact, and examine social issues while reflecting on personal values and responsibilities in a democratic society.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Aspen Institute

Civic Engagement in America - A Conversation with Justice Sonia Sotomayor

Explore the critical role of civic engagement in American democracy with Justice Sotomayor and Abigail Golden-Vazquez, discussing ways to inspire and empower citizens to participate fully in civic life.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Forging Healthier Communities Through Civic Engagement

Explore how civic engagement fosters community well-being through voting, advocacy, and volunteerism. Learn from local leaders about inclusive participation and its impact on health and belonging.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Future of Sports - Coaching Civic Engagement

Exploring how coaches can teach civic engagement to athletes, its potential impact, and challenges in implementation. Features insights from sports leaders on fostering active citizenship among influential college athletes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Can National Service Heal America? - Exploring the Potential of Large-Scale Civic Engagement

Exploring the potential of national service to unite and strengthen America, discussing implementation strategies, bipartisan support, and its impact on society and individual growth.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Can National Service Heal America? - Exploring the Potential of Large-Scale Civic Engagement

Exploring the potential of national service to unite and strengthen America, addressing political divisions and shared challenges through large-scale civic engagement initiatives.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Mahindra Humanities Center

The Tanner Lectures on Human Values - Civic Engagement and Democracy - Lecture Two

Explore strategies for building collective power and fostering civic engagement in democratic societies with political scientist Hahrie Han's insightful lecture.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Creating Cultural Consciousness - The Role of Artistic Institutions in Civic Engagement

Explore how artistic institutions can elevate cultural imagination, expand arts access, and foster civic engagement to strengthen communities and public life.

• YouTube
• 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Civic Engagement in American Democracy

113 ratings at Coursera

Explore key players, structures, and citizen influence in American democracy. Gain foundational knowledge for advanced politics courses or engaged citizenship in 21st century America.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Social science and participation

2 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Social science and participation, looks at how social science investigates participation, and uses this topic to look in particular at how social science helps to enact social ...

• OpenLearn
• 10 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

The Aspen Institute

Meaningful Public Discourse - Encouraging Investment and Understanding in Societal Debates

Explore a vision for public discourse that values diverse perspectives, passion, and understanding over consensus and debate, with insights from Samuel Kimbriel and Osita Nwanevu.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Gun Violence: A Public Health Crisis

13 ratings

Experts discuss legal, political, and public health factors influencing gun violence prevention efforts in the US, exploring potential policy changes and practical solutions to address this crisis.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

This is What Civic Imagination Looks Like - Transforming American Politics

Explore transformative ideas for American politics, featuring leaders with bold visions for bridging divides and achieving truly representative government. Gain insights on building consensus and fostering civic engagement.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

What Should Every American Know - Workshop

Explore the essential knowledge for American civic participation in this interactive workshop, discussing cultural, historical, and civic facts that shape national identity and democracy.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Bridging Ideological Divides Through Faith: Dialogue for Pluralism and Democracy

Explore faith communities' role in bridging ideological divides through constructive engagement, pluralism, and better arguments. Learn strategies for fostering dialogue across differences in polarized times.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video