Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and APPC researchers have demonstrated the feasibility of incorporating a virtual driving assessment system into the driver’s licensing process in Ohio.
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Belief in Conspiracy Theories Is a Barrier to Controlling Spread of COVID-19
Belief in COVID-19 conspiracy theories predicts resistance to future COVID-19 vaccination and preventive behaviors such as mask-wearing, a new study by APPC researchers has found.
Amid Pandemic and Protests, Civics Survey Finds Americans Know More of Their Rights
The 2020 Annenberg Constitution Day Civics Survey finds Americans knowing more of their First Amendment rights and the three branches of government.
Annenberg Classroom Releases ‘Freedom of Assembly’ Film for Constitution Day
Annenberg Classroom has released a new film about the First Amendment right of the American people “to peaceably assemble,” the latest in its series of award-winning documentaries about the U.S. Constitution.
How Misinformed Vaccine Beliefs Affect Policy Views
More than partisanship, education or religion, belief in vaccine misinformation drives opposition to policies, a new APPC study finds.
For School or Home, iCivics and APPC Offer Three Online Civics Games
With the election approaching, iCivics and the Annenberg Public Policy Center have rereleased three free, nonpartisan educational civics games to teach students about the federal government, the courts, and law-making.
The 19th Amendment at 100: Film Traces Struggle Behind Women’s Right to Vote
To celebrate the 100th anniversary in August 2020 of the 19th Amendment, APPC is featuring the Annenberg Classroom video “The 19th Amendment: A Woman’s Right to Vote.”
Countering Anti-Vaccination Influences From Social Media – with Conversation
Exposure to anti-vax tweets was followed by negative vaccination attitudes and behavior – but not among people who discussed vaccination with others.
National Academies, Sunnylands, and APPC Host Retreats on Protecting the Integrity of Science
Science leaders and scholars convened at Sunnylands retreats aimed at ensuring scientific integrity in research, authorship, gene editing and in judicial filings.
Transatlantic Group Promotes Regime of Online Transparency and Accountability
Speaking in Zoom panels, members of the Transatlantic Working Group have promoted online transparency and accountability for digital platforms.