Author Archives: Civic Mirror
Civic Mirror Advice from Grade 12 Economics Students in New York City ~ Part 2 of 3
Maylin is the next Grade 12 economics student who participated in The Civic Mirror in spring 2009 we’re showcasing … from the Urban Assembly School of Design and Construction . Below she discusses her experience as a Civic Mirror citizen … Continue reading
Civic Mirror Advice from Grade 12 Economics Students in New York City ~ Part 1 of 3
Stephen is the first Grade 12 economics student from the Urban Assembly School of Design and Construction whose Civic Mirror video reflection we’ll be showcasing this week. Enjoy listening to Stephen talk about the following points: The importance of trust … Continue reading
A Student Case Study: Jordan’s Story Civic Mirror Classroom Video Series, Episode 20
This is a student video reflection that was done for marks. The young man’s name is Jordan, his track record in school was less than stellar, and his experience in The Civic Mirror was full of adversity. What’s so fascinating … Continue reading
Lessons Learned from the Simulation Civic Mirror Classroom Video Series, Episode 19
This video shows a class discussion that took place after the students completed their final Reflection and Connection assignment. The students were asked to think about all that they experienced throughout the simulation, and then connect the major ‘lessons-learned’ to … Continue reading
Final Reflections Civic Mirror Classroom Video Series, Episode 18
We cannot overstate how easy it is for instructors to overlook the Reflection & Connection component of the The Civic Mirror learning process, and the reasons are understandable. But one of the most important skills we can teach our students … Continue reading
National Court (Fall 2000) Civic Mirror Classroom Video Series, Episode 17
This video shows the fourth and final event of every simulated year, the National Court. In this event, any citizen may take any other citizen or organization (including the government) to court for breaking the law and/or a contract. The … Continue reading
Traditional Instruction Civic Mirror Classroom Video Series, Episode 16
A common misconception many people have about The Civic Mirror (and other game-based learning programs) is that it replaces traditional instruction – those moments where teachers explain key facts and concepts to their students. Nothing could be further from the … Continue reading
Town Hall (Summer 2000) Civic Mirror Classroom Video Series, Episode 15
This video shows students participating in a Civic Mirror Town Hall, the third event in every simulated year. These events are very loose meetings that allow all citizens to voice their frustrations and concerns to everyone in the country. This … Continue reading
Student ‘Free Flow’ and Teachable Moments Civic Mirror Classroom Video Series, Episode 14
The Civic Mirror requires educators to let go of “the classroom reigns,” to have faith in their students and the experience, and to capitalize on the endless teachable moments it provides. The instructor’s most important role is to observe what’s … Continue reading
The Open Market (Spring 2000) Civic Mirror Classroom Video Series, Episode 13
This video shows the second event in every simulated year, The Open Market (Spring season). In this event students head down to the computer lab, log into civicmirror.com, and begin buying, selling, and trading goods and services in order to … Continue reading
