Smiles and laughter in biology? Part of the plan. As they exchange cards and simulate natural selection, students in Advanced Placement Biology laugh and smile. Clearly, theyre enjoying the assignment, which teacher Tim Prost finds fundamental to the success of the lab. There is actually quite a bit of research that ties emotion to memory and learning. Anytime a teacher can engage students in an activity that sparks their interest and makes them laugh or creates a positive classroom experience, there is a much higher likelihood of forming long-term memories and learning, Mr. Prost said.
Posted on: Thu, 30 Oct 2014 14:33:39 +0000
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