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Why Use Humor in the Classroom?

Why Use Humor in the Classroom?

Tnis is an excerpt from a paper in process by Ron Deiter, Professor of Economics, netitled "What's So Funny About Teaching 'Dismal' Science Classes?" Deiter claims that humor can actually improve student learning. In addition, the professor will find that he/she enjoys teaching more when using humor.

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Academic Support Services / Faculty Development / Teaching Strategies / Humor in the Classroom

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Material Type:: Reference Material
Date Added to MERLOT:: July 28, 2008
Date Modified in MERLOT:: October 27, 2019
Author:: Ron Deiter, Iowa State University
Submitter:: Cathy Swift
Primary Audience:: High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional

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Language:: English
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