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An education in irony: why academics need to be funny

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Watson C & Batlle I (2016) An education in irony: why academics need to be funny. The Conversation. 04.04.2016.

Abstract
First paragraph: Despite what some people might think, academics are not all humourless boffins out of touch with the real world. They can also be funny, and some are turning to humour to help get their messages across.

Keywords
Research impact; Humour; Social sciences; Irony; Anthill 16: Humour me

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https://theconversation.com/an-education-in-irony-why-academics-need-to-be-funny-55261

StatusPublished
Publication date04/04/2016
Publication date online04/04/2016
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PublisherThe Conversation Trust
Place of publicationLondon

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Professor Cate Watson

Professor Cate Watson

Emeritus Professor, Faculty of Social Sciences

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