Civic Dispositions

Civic Mindedness Civility Compassion Courage

Paying attention to and having Treating others respectfully, Having concern for the well-being Willingness to stand up for one’s
concern for public affairs regardless of whether or not ones of others beliefs
agrees with their viewpoints

Critical Mindedness Honesty Negotiation & Compromise Open Mindedness

Questioning the validity of ideas, Willingness to seek and express the Making an effort to reach a common Demonstrating a willingness to
including your own truth, even when it’s easier to say understanding in spite of listen to others and to consider
nothing differences different points of view

Persistence Respect for Individuals Respect for Authority Tolerance of Ambiguity

Treating others how you want to be

treated

Being willing to attempt again and Accepting the rules in society and a Willingness to accept the
again to accomplish worthwhile willingness to work through uncertainties that arise from new
goals peaceful means for change experiences and complex issues

Adapted by Angela Cunningham from the work of the Center for Civic Education and Engagement, University of Louisville