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ERIC Number: EJ310701
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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Teaching Map Skills: Theory, Research, Practice.
Miller, Jack W.
Social Education, v49 n1 p30-33 Jan 1985
U. S. students are poorly prepared regarding map skills and the general field of geography. Research suggests that significant improvement can and should be made in map and globe teaching programs. Sources that describe what to cover at different age and grade levels and that recommend teaching ideas are discussed. (RM)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Developmental Stages, Educational Assessment, Educational Needs, Elementary Secondary Education, Geography Instruction, Information Sources, Instructional Improvement, Locational Skills (Social Studies), Map Skills, Resource Materials
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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