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Using Humor to Maximize Learning
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Group MembersMohammed
RoqyaBadr
Nariman Shady Asmaa
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Purpose of Today’s presentation
• Identify the concept of humor• Identify the benefits of using humor• Identify humor implications in language
learning/teaching and how to motivate learners through using humor.
• Developing ideas concerning the application of humor and its various techniques.
• Identify guidelines for using humor .
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What is humor ?
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Humor has been defined as “the mental faculty of discovering, expressing or appreciating
something that is comical, amusing, or absurdly out of place”.
Humor has also been described as a “sense,” as in the term, “sense of humor.”
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Why should we use humor ?
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we can wrap up and say that :
* Humor can relieve stress and promote healing. * Humor counteracts depression. * Humor raises self-esteem.* Humor elevates mood.* Humor improves relationships.* Humor Increase retention of the materials .
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* Humor Enhances memory * Humor Increases motivation and self confidence .* Humor Creates a positive classroom environment . * Humor Builds group identity, solidarity and cohesiveness.* humour Increases learners’ attendance levels.*Humour enhances creative thinking .
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We have seen the benefits of humor in teaching , but how do
we go about using it in our lessons .
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Humor in the language classroom can be classified into major categories:
Textual examples : Stories , jokes , riddles .Pictorial examples Cartoons and comicsAction examples Videos Verbal examples Similes and word games
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Wait before we start , put this in mind
What
When
How
Context
Process
Content
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NOWLet’s do it
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Back again , to the last part of today’s presentation.
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Myths about Humor
There is no doubt that we have been asked to accomplish more and more in our jobs. the stress that this creates has led to several belief systems that permeate our culture. “If we have fun, work will not get done!”“If I am silly, I will not be seen as a professional.”“If we are laughing, they will not be learning.”“I don’t have time for humor.”
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Humor phobia * Fear of not having time for humor* Fear of being perceived as silly and not as a professional* Fear of losing “control”
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Did you made your own decision? would you like to use humor ? Yes or No
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For those who said “ yes” , these are some guidelines for using humor .Using humor, like teaching , has to be well prepared.Don't try too hard. Let humor arise naturally, encourage it.Do what fits your personality.Be careful not to over use it, it could loose its value and effect.
“I hate being laughed at!”
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Thank you so much for listening