Tools for Looking at Census Data.

Engelhardt, Leah; Giese, James

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Publication Date: 1989

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Tools for Looking at Census Data.

Engelhardt, Leah; Giese, James

Social Education, v53 n7 p436-38 Nov-Dec 1989

Shows how census data illustrated in pie charts, bar graphs, line graphs, and a map can be used in teaching students to read and interpret large amounts of information about the community, state, and country. Provides examples from "An Advance Look at the 1990 Census" (World Eagle) and suggests activities and discussion questions. (LS)

Descriptors: Census Figures, Charts, Citizenship Education, Data Collection, Data Interpretation, Demography, Elementary Secondary Education, Graphs, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities, Map Skills, Maps, National Surveys, Social Studies, Tables (Data)

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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