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Direct linkCosta, Arthur L.; Kallick, Bena O. – ASCD, 2019
In the first years of life, as children observe, imitate, and interact with people and their environment, the brain is structuring a foundation for vocabulary, values, cognitive processes, and social skills. Educators, you can help influence that development by teaching the skills and dispositions of intelligent, creative, effective decision…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Problem Solving, Child Development, Teacher Role
Peer reviewedNilsen, Don L. F. – Exercise Exchange, 1984
Discusses how metaphors are most effective at generating readers'"epiphany" or insight. (HTH)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Critical Reading, Higher Education, Humor
Hebert, Patrick J. – 1991
While humor can backfire or, worse, mask dark, underlying prejudices, research reveals positive and promising connections between humor and creativity, efficiency, and mental health. Although there remains considerable room for disagreement on the essential qualities of humor, several researchers after reviewing the literature appear to have…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Cognitive Processes, Communication Skills, Communication Strategies
