This course aims to help learners reimagine their lives and responsibilities in American democracy by exploring concepts such as being a good ancestor, creating common ground, and reckoning with past and present injustices. The course teaches skills such as reflecting on ancestry, cultivating empathy, understanding politics in a democracy, and developing an ethical framework. The teaching method involves a creative session led by global citizen-artist Yo-Yo Ma and Eric Liu of Citizen University, drawing on Ma's personal journey and audio experience. The course is intended for individuals interested in citizenship, democracy, and social responsibility.
Citizenship and the Beginner’s Mind - How to Imagine Our Way Forward
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Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Who are your ancestors
How do you think about your ancestry
Finding your roots
Creating empathy and humanity
Politics in a democracy
Responsibility
Ethical Framework
Acknowledge Your Responsibility
Conclusion
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
