Civic participation is essential for a vibrant democracy from "summary" of Teaching Civic Participation with Digital Media in Art Education by Michelle Bae-Dimitriadis,Olga Ivashkevich
Civic participation is the lifeblood of a vibrant democracy. It is the active engagement of citizens in the processes that shape their communities and society as a whole. Through civic participation, individuals have the opportunity to voice their opinions, advocate for their beliefs, and contribute to the collective decision-making that governs society. In our increasingly digital world, civic participation has taken on new forms and opportunities. Digital media has transformed the way we communicate, organize, and mobilize for social and political change. From social...
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