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Making Sense in Social Studies

[ presented in a columnar format! ] WHAT THIS IS: Following youll find a three-column chart that lists a range of headingsfor 3-column charts. For instance, you might have students complete a 3column chart where they list each key topic in the left column; provide an explanation of each topic in the middle column; and add relevant details or elaboration in the right column.

SAMPLE

CATEGORY

HEADINGS

Column 1 TOPIC VOCABULARY QUESTIONS CAUSE LEGISLATION KEY TERM/CONCEPT

Column 2 EXPLANATION DEFINITION BOOK NOTES EFFECT ADVANTAGES IN MY OWN WORDS DETAILS

Column 3

USE IN A SENTENCE CLASS DISCUSSION EXPLANATION DISADVANTAGES PICTURE

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