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Williams, Fredrick D. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1995
Descriptors: Chemistry, Higher Education, Humor, Poetry

Flannery, Maura C. – Journal of College Science Teaching, 1993
A professor explains how he uses cartoons in teaching science. (PR)
Descriptors: Cartoons, College Science, Higher Education, Humor

Wandersee, James H. – American Biology Teacher, 1982
Provides a general overview of humor and its use in educational settings and makes specific suggestions to educators who want to include or increase its use in their classroom. Discusses characteristics, benefits, categories, student perceptions, stages of humor, sources and forms of humor, and pacing. (DC)
Descriptors: Biology, Classroom Techniques, College Science, Elementary School Science