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Concept Mapping: A Viable Alternative to Objective and Essay Exams.

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Rafferty, Cathleen D.; Fleschner, Linda K. – Reading Research and Instruction, 1993

Examines and defines concept maps, describes how concept maps are constructed, and explains why concept mapping is a workable tool for meaningful learning and understanding. Compares concept maps with objective and essay exams and offers evaluation/scoring suggestions. (RS)

Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Concept Mapping, Elementary Secondary Education, Grading

Structure Strategies for Comprehending Expository Text.

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Muth, K. Denise – Reading Research and Instruction, 1987

Examines three strategies designed to help middle school students use text structures to comprehend expository text: (1) hierarchical summaries, (2) conceptual maps, and (3) thematic organizers. Summarizes advantages and disadvantages of each strategy and recommends that teachers consider the outcomes they want and select the most appropriate…

Descriptors: Cognitive Mapping, Comparative Analysis, Concept Mapping, Content Area Reading