Dr. Jimmie Manning, Northern Illinois University

The use of humor in the classroom can be tricky. For some instructors it feels natural, whereas others steer clear of trying to be funny because they are afraid of failing to make their students laugh, worry about offending an audience, or fear that jokes might distract from the lessons that need to be learned. In this webinar, Dr. Manning shares insights about mastering humor in the classroom and keeping students engaged through laughter. He especially focuses on embracing one’s personality, the use of storytelling, and embracing vulnerability.