This webinar is part of a series for NSW secondary teachers that examines some of the most pressing civic, political and social issues in 2026.
US midterm elections matter not only for the United States, but for global politics, policy direction, and Australia’s strategic environment. Held in the days immediately following this year’s US midterm elections, this session offers a clear, teacher‑friendly briefing on what the midterms are, what is emerging from the results, and what to watch for next.
We cover the fundamentals teachers need to explain what is at stake for students, what election outcomes can reveal about voter coalitions, and how to teach fast‑moving election coverage without getting overwhelmed by the news cycle.
What can teachers take straight into lessons?
- A rapid classroom pack approach: one map, one chart, one local story, and one policy implication — followed by structured discussion.
- A method for avoiding partisan traps: focus on institutions, motivations, and shifting coalitions, rather than personalities.
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