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Woodrow Wilson Fellows--Who Are They Now?

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Rein, Richard K. – Change, 1975

The Woodrow Wilson Senior Fellows are prominent leaders in business and government that are sent to college campuses for a week instead of a one-night lecture. This program has proved to be immensely popular on campuses. (PG)

Descriptors: Extracurricular Activities, Higher Education, Lecture Method, Speeches

Effective Lecturing Techniques: Alternatives to Classroom Boredom.

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Weaver, Richard L. – Teacher Educator, 1980

The lecturer's first job is to get the students' attention. Techniques to hold the students' interest include: adapting the lecture to the audience; covering a few topics in depth rather than many superficially; and putting variety in the format. Nonverbal communication is as important as the content of the lecture. (JN)

Descriptors: Attention Control, Body Language, Classroom Environment, Higher Education