The Interactivity Foundation works to engage citizens in the exploration and development of possibilities for public policy through small group discussions.
IF Focal Areas
Project Discussions
Longer-term projects with selected panelists that develop our Discussion Reports or Guides with different possibilities for future public policy.
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Shorter-term discussion series that use our Discussion Reports or Guides as a starting point for further discussion and exploration.
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We also work with educators to support student-centered discussions in a variety of educational settings.
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Democratic Renewal in American Society
2018 Democracy Discussions IF’s Democratic Promise guidebook has been discussed a number of times since its initial publication. Interest in the subject seems to somewhat track the election cycle and concerns about election process and practice features that are seen as … Read more
First generation college students
Introduction First generation college students-- or those students whose parents did not complete a four-year degree-- face unique challenges. First-generation students include traditional-aged students, active-duty members of the military and veterans studying with G.I. benefits, as well as adult learners completing a degree while working full-time … Read more
Community-based Learning and The Role of Exploratory Discussions
Community-based learning is education that takes place off college campus. With community partners as co-educators, students and faculty collaborate on shared learning, co-construction of knowledge, and civic action projects. This year, the Interactivity Foundation has been engaging with scholars and … Read more