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Peer reviewedKirman, Joseph M.; Unsworth, Maria – Journal of Geography, 1992
Presents study results determining the abilities of sixth graders to work with digital data. Defines digital data as data that can be recorded, used, and stored as numbers. Explains that the research dealt with making and using a digital map. Concludes that sixth graders are capable of using digital data in geography classes. (DK)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Research, Elementary Education
