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Peer reviewedTregaskes, Mark R.; Daines, Delva – Reading Research and Instruction, 1989
Investigates the effectiveness of improving the reading comprehension of sixth-grade social studies students through the use of metacognitive strategies. Finds that students who are instructed in the use of metacognitive strategies increase their reading comprehension more than students who do not receive such instruction. (MG)
Descriptors: Cloze Procedure, Content Area Reading, Reading Assignments, Reading Comprehension
Direct linkGallavan, Nancy P.; Kottler, Ellen – Social Studies, 2002
In this article, the authors present eight strategies that integrate social studies and literacy by connecting assigned readings to students' contemporary knowledge and concerns. Each strategy begins with a reading assignment and is followed by an activity that connects students to the reading a second time by requiring them to go beyond…
Descriptors: Reading Assignments, Student Centered Curriculum, Discussion, Social Studies
