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Premium member Presentation Transcript The : The HE HE HE HA HA HO HO HO Giggle Snort Chuckle HE HE HE HA HA Giggle Chuckle HO HO HO Snort HA HA ofBrain Research: Brain Research “Humor is by far the most significant activity of the human brain.” -- Edward De Bono, psychologist, writer, creative thinking authorityHumor’s Effectiveness: Humor’s Effectiveness Healthier Happier More Effective: On the job (improve student achievement) With your colleagues In your personal lifeBrain Research : Brain Research Humor is a perfect vehicle for pedagogical purposes. Humor is H.O.T. (Higher Order Thinking) - Lateral - DivergentBrain Research : Brain Research Humor reduces stress – alleviates downshifting Helpful in coping with Change Assets of Humor:: Assets of Humor: Happier Life “We don’t laugh because we’re happy. We’re happy because we laugh!” - William James, philosopher, psychologistPHYSIOLOGICAL: PHYSIOLOGICAL Improves respiration and breathing Relaxes muscles Reduces stress, anxiety and tension Increases pain tolerance Decreases depression and anger Psychological: Psychological Mature coping skill Counteracts the grasping nature of the ego Reduces negative emotions *Comedy vs. Tragedy *Improves our mood - GolemanProductivity: Productivity Enhances climate Reduces absenteeism Increases involvement Improves morale Creates job satisfaction Jump-starts creativityPedagogical: Pedagogical We learn best when in a state of moderate arousal.” -- John Cleese, "Monty Python”Pedagogy: Pedagogy Brain compatible Creates an emotional link Increases involvement/alertness Enhances retention Higher Order Thinking SkillGreat Improvisers/Great Teachers: Great Improvisers/Great Teachers Need to “be in the moment.” Play at the top of their intelligence Bridge conflict Heighten and explore another’s gifts Work without a script Resources and References: Resources and References The Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor - Mission: “To advance the understanding and application of humor, laughter and play.” AATH provides evidence-based information and practical applications of humor. www.aath.org Energize Your Meetings with Laughter. Sheila Feigelson, ASCD Publishing, 1998 www.ascd.org. The Humor Project, Inc. Joel Goodman, Founder. 480 Broadway, Ste. 210, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, (518) 587-8770 www.HumorProject.com Improvisation for the Theatre. Viola Spolin, Northwestern U. Press, 1983 The Laughing Classroom. Loomans & Kolberg, H J Kramer, Inc., 1993 A Laughing Place. Christian Hageseth III, M.D., Berwick Publishing Company, 1988 License To Laugh. Richard A. Shade, Teacher Ideas Press, 1996 “She Who Laughs, Lasts.” Article by Jim Winter in Principal magazine, March/April 2004. NAESP Publications. www.naesp.org Truth In Comedy. Charna Halpern & Del Close, Meriwether Pub. 1994 WAVELENGTH – Improvisational comedy ensemble using humor to focus on Educational concerns. Videotapes, CDs, workshops and live performances for professional development. www.wavelength.biz World Laughter Tour - Certified Laughter Leadership workshop “to teach people enjoyable, systematic, self-care strategies.” www.worldlaughtertour.comRESOURCES AND REFERENCES: RESOURCES AND REFERENCES The Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor - Mission: “To advance the understanding and application of humor and laughter for their positive benefits.” AATH provides evidence-based information and practical applications of humor. www.aath.org RESOURCES AND REFERENCES: RESOURCES AND REFERENCES World Laughter Tour - Certified Laughter Leadership workshop “to teach people enjoyable, systematic, self-care strategies.” www.worldlaughtertour.comRESOURCES AND REFERENCES: RESOURCES AND REFERENCES License To Laugh. Richard A. Shade, Teacher Ideas Press, THEORIES OF HUMOR: THEORIES OF HUMORTHEORIES OF HUMOR : THEORIES OF HUMOR I. Incongruity Theory - (Kant, Schopenhauer) II. Superiority Theory - (Plato, Aristotle, Descartes) III. Relief\Release Theory - (Freud) IV. Humor as a Form of Play - (Eastman) V. Humor Exposes the Truth - (White) From “License To Laugh” by Richard A. Shade Qualities of Humor:: Qualities of Humor: “Humor is the only Divine Quality of Man.” -- Arthur Schopenhauer, German philosopherIncongruity Theory (Kant, Schopenhauer) : Incongruity Theory (Kant, Schopenhauer) Multiple meanings Detecting ambiguities Sudden shift of perspective Superiority Theory (Plato, Aristotle, Descartes) : Superiority Theory (Plato, Aristotle, Descartes) Humor to inflate our own ego Humor to deflate others we feel are superior Seeing flaw in others as compared to ourselves III. RELIEF \ RELEASE THEORY (Freud): III. RELIEF \ RELEASE THEORY (Freud) Temporary freedom from our restrictions Rebellion against the repressive or uncontrollable Levity in a tense situation. IV. Humor as a Form of Play - (Eastman) : IV. Humor as a Form of Play - (Eastman) A reversion to childish innocence Slide24: Humor Exposes the Truth (White) Rips away the veils of pretense Reveals truth of human nature and human affairs Slide25: Machine Theory – (Bergson) We Laugh at Others RigidityAssets of Humor:: Assets of Humor: Improved Health “Laughter is inner jogging.” -- Norman Cousins, editor, Saturday ReviewTHE FOUR FORMS OF HUMOR : THE FOUR FORMS OF HUMOR FIGURAL Comic Books Comic Strips Cartoons Political Cartoons VERBAL Jokes Puns Riddles Satire Parody Irony Wit Anecdotes VISUAL (Physical) Impressions Impersonations Mime Pratfalls Practical Jokes Slapstick Sightgags AUDITORY Impressions Impersonations Noises SoundsHUMOR STYLES: HUMOR STYLESKEYS TO THE SUCCESSFUL USE OF HUMOR: KEYS TO THE SUCCESSFUL USE OF HUMOR I. Relationship II. Rapport III. Setting I. RELATIONSHIP: I. RELATIONSHIP Know your audience Make your intentions clear Tell stories with a purposeII. RAPPORT: II. RAPPORT Have an understanding of your audiences feelings Obtain permission to tease Should be laughing with, not at someoneIII. SETTING: III. SETTING Make sure the humor is appropriate for the space Respect everyone within earshot Humor should enhance, not distractAREAS OF HUMOR TO LIKELY AVOID: AREAS OF HUMOR TO LIKELY AVOID Sexual Ethnic\Racial Religious Hostile \ Sick Demeaning to Men \ Women HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Look for humor in everything Collect humor Smile more Participate in humorous activities Hang out with funny people – try the humor buddy system Use humor in your correspondence \ surveys \ tests Try out other styles \ forms of humor Tell stories on yourself Have some sort of humor always at the readyHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Look for humor in everything “Nothing is quite as funny as the unintended humor in reality.” - Steve Allen HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Collect Humor Keep a journal \ file \ bulletin board \ library of: Books Magazines Cartoons Headlines Jokes Stories Excuses Oxymoron's Signs Anecdotes Videos \ Audio TapesHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Smile More Lighten up – Be more playfulHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Participate In Humorous Activities Dress up for “dress-up” day Create \ perform in a sketch written by \ for your colleaguesHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Hang Out With Funny People Try the humor buddy systemHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Use Humor In Your: Correspondence Surveys TestsHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Try Out Other Styles \ Forms of HumorHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Tell Stories On YourselfHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Have Some Sort Of Humor Always At The ReadyQuestion is Not:: Question is Not: “When I teach is it all right if I use humor?” Permission to LaughQuestion Is:: Question Is: “When I use humor Is it all right if I teach?” Permission to LaughSlide47: Jim Winter www.wavelengthinc.com jim@wavelengthinc.com Toll free: 1-877- LAUGHS-2 You do not have the permission to view this presentation. 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Premium member Presentation Transcript The : The HE HE HE HA HA HO HO HO Giggle Snort Chuckle HE HE HE HA HA Giggle Chuckle HO HO HO Snort HA HA ofBrain Research: Brain Research “Humor is by far the most significant activity of the human brain.” -- Edward De Bono, psychologist, writer, creative thinking authorityHumor’s Effectiveness: Humor’s Effectiveness Healthier Happier More Effective: On the job (improve student achievement) With your colleagues In your personal lifeBrain Research : Brain Research Humor is a perfect vehicle for pedagogical purposes. Humor is H.O.T. (Higher Order Thinking) - Lateral - DivergentBrain Research : Brain Research Humor reduces stress – alleviates downshifting Helpful in coping with Change Assets of Humor:: Assets of Humor: Happier Life “We don’t laugh because we’re happy. We’re happy because we laugh!” - William James, philosopher, psychologistPHYSIOLOGICAL: PHYSIOLOGICAL Improves respiration and breathing Relaxes muscles Reduces stress, anxiety and tension Increases pain tolerance Decreases depression and anger Psychological: Psychological Mature coping skill Counteracts the grasping nature of the ego Reduces negative emotions *Comedy vs. Tragedy *Improves our mood - GolemanProductivity: Productivity Enhances climate Reduces absenteeism Increases involvement Improves morale Creates job satisfaction Jump-starts creativityPedagogical: Pedagogical We learn best when in a state of moderate arousal.” -- John Cleese, "Monty Python”Pedagogy: Pedagogy Brain compatible Creates an emotional link Increases involvement/alertness Enhances retention Higher Order Thinking SkillGreat Improvisers/Great Teachers: Great Improvisers/Great Teachers Need to “be in the moment.” Play at the top of their intelligence Bridge conflict Heighten and explore another’s gifts Work without a script Resources and References: Resources and References The Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor - Mission: “To advance the understanding and application of humor, laughter and play.” AATH provides evidence-based information and practical applications of humor. www.aath.org Energize Your Meetings with Laughter. Sheila Feigelson, ASCD Publishing, 1998 www.ascd.org. The Humor Project, Inc. Joel Goodman, Founder. 480 Broadway, Ste. 210, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, (518) 587-8770 www.HumorProject.com Improvisation for the Theatre. Viola Spolin, Northwestern U. Press, 1983 The Laughing Classroom. Loomans & Kolberg, H J Kramer, Inc., 1993 A Laughing Place. Christian Hageseth III, M.D., Berwick Publishing Company, 1988 License To Laugh. Richard A. Shade, Teacher Ideas Press, 1996 “She Who Laughs, Lasts.” Article by Jim Winter in Principal magazine, March/April 2004. NAESP Publications. www.naesp.org Truth In Comedy. Charna Halpern & Del Close, Meriwether Pub. 1994 WAVELENGTH – Improvisational comedy ensemble using humor to focus on Educational concerns. Videotapes, CDs, workshops and live performances for professional development. www.wavelength.biz World Laughter Tour - Certified Laughter Leadership workshop “to teach people enjoyable, systematic, self-care strategies.” www.worldlaughtertour.comRESOURCES AND REFERENCES: RESOURCES AND REFERENCES The Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor - Mission: “To advance the understanding and application of humor and laughter for their positive benefits.” AATH provides evidence-based information and practical applications of humor. www.aath.org RESOURCES AND REFERENCES: RESOURCES AND REFERENCES World Laughter Tour - Certified Laughter Leadership workshop “to teach people enjoyable, systematic, self-care strategies.” www.worldlaughtertour.comRESOURCES AND REFERENCES: RESOURCES AND REFERENCES License To Laugh. Richard A. Shade, Teacher Ideas Press, THEORIES OF HUMOR: THEORIES OF HUMORTHEORIES OF HUMOR : THEORIES OF HUMOR I. Incongruity Theory - (Kant, Schopenhauer) II. Superiority Theory - (Plato, Aristotle, Descartes) III. Relief\Release Theory - (Freud) IV. Humor as a Form of Play - (Eastman) V. Humor Exposes the Truth - (White) From “License To Laugh” by Richard A. Shade Qualities of Humor:: Qualities of Humor: “Humor is the only Divine Quality of Man.” -- Arthur Schopenhauer, German philosopherIncongruity Theory (Kant, Schopenhauer) : Incongruity Theory (Kant, Schopenhauer) Multiple meanings Detecting ambiguities Sudden shift of perspective Superiority Theory (Plato, Aristotle, Descartes) : Superiority Theory (Plato, Aristotle, Descartes) Humor to inflate our own ego Humor to deflate others we feel are superior Seeing flaw in others as compared to ourselves III. RELIEF \ RELEASE THEORY (Freud): III. RELIEF \ RELEASE THEORY (Freud) Temporary freedom from our restrictions Rebellion against the repressive or uncontrollable Levity in a tense situation. IV. Humor as a Form of Play - (Eastman) : IV. Humor as a Form of Play - (Eastman) A reversion to childish innocence Slide24: Humor Exposes the Truth (White) Rips away the veils of pretense Reveals truth of human nature and human affairs Slide25: Machine Theory – (Bergson) We Laugh at Others RigidityAssets of Humor:: Assets of Humor: Improved Health “Laughter is inner jogging.” -- Norman Cousins, editor, Saturday ReviewTHE FOUR FORMS OF HUMOR : THE FOUR FORMS OF HUMOR FIGURAL Comic Books Comic Strips Cartoons Political Cartoons VERBAL Jokes Puns Riddles Satire Parody Irony Wit Anecdotes VISUAL (Physical) Impressions Impersonations Mime Pratfalls Practical Jokes Slapstick Sightgags AUDITORY Impressions Impersonations Noises SoundsHUMOR STYLES: HUMOR STYLESKEYS TO THE SUCCESSFUL USE OF HUMOR: KEYS TO THE SUCCESSFUL USE OF HUMOR I. Relationship II. Rapport III. Setting I. RELATIONSHIP: I. RELATIONSHIP Know your audience Make your intentions clear Tell stories with a purposeII. RAPPORT: II. RAPPORT Have an understanding of your audiences feelings Obtain permission to tease Should be laughing with, not at someoneIII. SETTING: III. SETTING Make sure the humor is appropriate for the space Respect everyone within earshot Humor should enhance, not distractAREAS OF HUMOR TO LIKELY AVOID: AREAS OF HUMOR TO LIKELY AVOID Sexual Ethnic\Racial Religious Hostile \ Sick Demeaning to Men \ Women HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Look for humor in everything Collect humor Smile more Participate in humorous activities Hang out with funny people – try the humor buddy system Use humor in your correspondence \ surveys \ tests Try out other styles \ forms of humor Tell stories on yourself Have some sort of humor always at the readyHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Look for humor in everything “Nothing is quite as funny as the unintended humor in reality.” - Steve Allen HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Collect Humor Keep a journal \ file \ bulletin board \ library of: Books Magazines Cartoons Headlines Jokes Stories Excuses Oxymoron's Signs Anecdotes Videos \ Audio TapesHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Smile More Lighten up – Be more playfulHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Participate In Humorous Activities Dress up for “dress-up” day Create \ perform in a sketch written by \ for your colleaguesHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Hang Out With Funny People Try the humor buddy systemHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Use Humor In Your: Correspondence Surveys TestsHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Try Out Other Styles \ Forms of HumorHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Tell Stories On YourselfHOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR PERSONAL SENSE OF HUMOR Have Some Sort Of Humor Always At The ReadyQuestion is Not:: Question is Not: “When I teach is it all right if I use humor?” Permission to LaughQuestion Is:: Question Is: “When I use humor Is it all right if I teach?” Permission to LaughSlide47: Jim Winter www.wavelengthinc.com jim@wavelengthinc.com Toll free: 1-877- LAUGHS-2