Laughing for Learning
The Power of Humor in Education
DURATION: 1 hour
SPEAKER: Dan Griffith
The science behind laughter as a part of learning is fascinating! We simply need laughter as human beings and that applies in our classrooms as well as our family rooms. In adult education classrooms humor relieves stress, breaks down cultural barriers and provides hope and joy. At the same time, we must be careful where we draw the line to avoid misunderstandings, hurt feelings or humor that borders the inappropriate.
In this session, we will:
- Review the research on the effects of laughter in learning
- Discuss what is and is not appropriate with adult learners
- Define ways to integrate humor into normal practices
- Analyze several sources and how they can be used in learning
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