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Humor in Class
 Students report they have a more enjoyable learning
experience when their instructor uses humor in the classroom. Humor helps
arouse student interest. This, in turn, motivates students and boosts their
attention and comprehension. In this month's Thriving
in Academe, Jean Civikly-Powell offers some teaching tips on using humor.
The Dialogue
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Should college and university faculty be required to take
continuing education courses in effective teaching? |
|  Yes, according to Arthur
Shostak, unless it's a requirement, only the converted are likely to show up.
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 No, states
Dallas Browne, there is no Holy Grail for effective teaching of college courses
Read the full debate
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Poll Results
Should college and university faculty be required to take
continuing education courses in effective teaching?
Yes: 68%
No: 32%
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