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Scevak, Jill J.; Moore, Phillip J. – Reading, 1990
Examines how students use geographical maps in history and social studies textbooks for comprehension purposes. Reports training 32 eleventh graders to use maps as aids in their comprehension of information. Finds a positive impact upon comprehension and learning of the original training passage. (MG)
Descriptors: Content Area Reading, Grade 11, History Textbooks, Instructional Materials