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Five Ways Humor Boosts Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving in the Classroom

Five Ways Humor Boosts Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving in the Classroom | Educational Pedagogy | Scoop.it
When we think about creativity and innovation, the words “humor” and “goofiness” don’t typically come to mind. But I’d argue that this is a critical piece of what it means to cultivate a climate of creativity. 

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Using Humor in the Classroom

Using Humor in the Classroom | Educational Pedagogy | Scoop.it
Edutopia blogger Maurice Elias explains how laughter can reduce stress and offers a handful of teaching activities to lighten up the learning.

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Becky Roehrs's curator insight, March 30, 2015 9:10 PM

Check out the Article comments too, teachers have posted jokes and suggestions, too.

Jan Vandermeer's curator insight, April 1, 2015 7:09 AM

I believe that humour activates new parts of the brain and helps everyone to make unexpected connections, creates agile minds and makes learning fun!

Rescooped by Dennis Swender from Culture in Education
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Using Humor in the Classroom

Using Humor in the Classroom | Educational Pedagogy | Scoop.it
Edutopia blogger Maurice Elias explains how laughter can reduce stress and offers a handful of teaching activities to lighten up the learning.

Via Becky Roehrs, Cultural Infusion
Becky Roehrs's curator insight, March 30, 2015 9:10 PM

Check out the Article comments too, teachers have posted jokes and suggestions, too.

Jan Vandermeer's curator insight, April 1, 2015 7:09 AM

I believe that humour activates new parts of the brain and helps everyone to make unexpected connections, creates agile minds and makes learning fun!