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Created by the EIU History Department to assist students of Eastern Illinois University in meeting the Illinois state standards for specialization in the social sciences.
Social Science - Standard 2
The competent social science teacher understands the use of analysis, interpretation, and evaluation.
Knowledge Indicators - The competent social science teacher:
2A. Understands the value of informed opinion based on systematic analysis of evidence.
2B. Understands the strengths and weaknesses of primary and secondary sources of evidence.
2C. Understands the importance of multiple sources of information.
2D. Understands the complexity of causation.
2E. Understands the tentative nature of interpretations about human actions.
2F. Understands the difference between fact and conjecture between evidence and assertion.
Performance Indicators - The competent social science teacher:
2G. Demonstrates the ability to compare and contrast.
2H. Differentiates between facts and interpretations.
2I. Analyzes cause and effect relationships.
2J. Compares competing narratives and multiple perspectives.
2K. Identifies central questions addressed in a narrative.
2L. Analyzes data from a variety of sources before reaching a general conclusion or interpretation.
Assistance with comprehending this standard:
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