Students don’t know US history as well as before. Worrisome?

Eighth graders’ understanding of U.S. history and civics is declining, according to data out this week. The results may signal a democracy in trouble.

Credits

Guest:

  • Joseph Kahne - UC Riverside education professor and co-director of the Civic Engagement Research Group

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Marcelle Hutchins, Robin Estrin