Teaching Science with a . . . . . . Sense of Humor

Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face. - Victor Hugo

Benefits of Using Your Sense of Humor

• Humor (laughter) relieves stress, lowers blood pressure, and anxiety.

• Humor (laughter) increases feeling of well-being. It’s a natural drug!

• Laughing with others develops a sense of community.

• Telling jokes can improve students’ oral communication skills.

Using a Sense of Humor• Tell a joke once a day!• Set aside time for

students to write or tell jokes.

• Tell humorous stories about teaching with your colleagues, with friends and family.