Learning by Hearings

Learning by Hearings

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Bringing to life U.S. History and Civics through the lens of congressional investigations that shaped American democracy. history and civics classrooms.

The Carl Levin Center for Oversight and Democracy is launching a new experiential learning program for high school U.S. Dubbed Learning by Hearings (LbH), our educational modules include plans and materials for inquiry lessons and in-class simulations, using noteworthy congressional investigations and hearings to bring to life principles of accountable governance and historic figures central to th

06/02/2026

Learning from history: this Pride Month, explore our lesson examining the Lavender Scare and its impacts on LGBTQ+ Americans, civil rights, and public policy.

Pictured here is Senator Wherry, a leading voice in the investigation.

05/18/2026

📣📣Last call to register for the Precedent President, hosted at Wayne State University on June 16! Explore classroom-ready resources from and hear from Wayne State University historian Jeff Grynaviski. Link in bio to register now!

Photos from Learning by Hearings's post 05/05/2026

Yesterday we co-hosted PD with Wayne RESA, the Michigan Center for Civic Education, and Historical Society of Michigan (with special guests from the Hamtramck Historical Museum and the Michigan Department of Education) - it was great! Thanks for collaborating with us ✨

05/04/2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from all of us here at Learning by Hearings! We could not do what we do without your hard work and dedication.

04/23/2026

Have you applied for our yet? Get 3 days of high-quality professional development (and a Tigers game!) at this summer! Applications close May 8 📣📣

04/16/2026

Explore high-quality, classroom-ready resources from Learning by Hearings and George Washington’s Mount Vernon ! Learn from content experts, classroom teachers, and Jeff Grynaviski, Wayne State University historian, as we explore George Washington’s precedent-setting time in office and his relationship with Congress. The program includes all resources, lunch, 6.5 SCECHs, and a $100 stipend. Link in bio to register now!

04/11/2026

Thrilled to meet Rachel Scott !! Such an inspiring keynote ✨✨

04/11/2026

Hearing from Rachel Scott at Michigan Council for the Social Studies 📰

04/11/2026

Presenting to Michigan Council for the Social Studies about the Levin Center for Oversight and Democracy and our program!

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