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ERIC Number: EJ191435
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1978
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The Teaching of Reading in Social Studies Classes.
Noble, Homer C.; Harris, J. Robert
History and Social Science Teacher, v14 n1 p58-61 Fall 1978, 78
Argues that all teachers need to teach basic skills in their subject areas. Article makes suggestions for the improvement of students' reading, understanding, and written work in the social studies classroom. Suggestions include previewing textbooks for potential problems, use of oral reading, and teaching main and subordinate idea distinctions. (BC)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Basic Skills, Communication Skills, Interdisciplinary Approach, Secondary Education, Skill Development, Social Studies, Vocabulary Development, Writing Skills
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Language: English
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