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Publication Date: 2022-Mar
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The Effect of Humor on Remembering, Understanding, and Paraphrasing Children's Video Bible Stories
Gray, Christina D.; Shafer, Daniel M.
International Journal of Christianity & Education, v26 n1 p65-78 Mar 2022
This study investigated the effect of humor in religious stories on a child's ability to remember, understand, and paraphrase content, as well as on enjoyment. Ages of the children were also considered. Participants watched one of two videos teaching the story of Saul's conversion found in Acts 9:1-22. Although inclusion of humor did not have a significant impact, there was a significant effect of age on remembering, understanding, and paraphrasing. Previous exposure to the story increased overall scores, which suggests that repetition is key to a successful learning experience.
Descriptors: Humor, Memory, Reading Comprehension, Biblical Literature, Children, Repetition, Learning Experience, Taxonomy, Private Schools, Religious Schools, After School Programs, Films, Scores
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