Making Americans

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Making Americans

Americans’ ideas of what a “good” citizen looks and acts like have changed over time—as have the legal requirements of U.S. citizenship, and the steps immigrants must take in order to become naturalized. Educators and policy makers in particular have fretted about “Americanizing” populations from diverse backgrounds and promoting civic responsibility and engagement. This case highlights educational guides for immigrants who hope to attain U.S. citizenship as well as educational initiatives aimed at promoting citizenship among all young Americans.