Why We Laugh: TED Talk Analysis

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Laughter

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Grade Level9th Grade

SubjectLaughter

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Create a slide presentation for a Grade 9 English lesson based on the topic **“Why We Laugh” (TED Talk – Sophie Scott)**. ### Lesson Focus: * Authentic Listening Skills * Listening comprehension * Vocabulary development * Speaking and discussion ### Slide Requirements: Make the slides visually clean, engaging, and student-friendly. Include a mix of: * Instructions * Examples * Practice tasks * Answer reveal slides (after activities) --- ### Structure of the Slides: #### 1. Warm-Up (1–2 s...

This teacher guide focuses on understanding the social functions of laughter, exploring why laughter occurs, and its importance in social interactions. The lesson includes analyzing a TED Talk by Sophie Scott, which discusses laughter as an ancient social mechanism that fosters connections among individuals. Students engage in various activities, such as practicing listening skills for fast speech and sharing personal experiences related to humor. The guide emphasizes critical thinking, discussion prompts, and vocabulary building related to emotions and social bonding, providing a comprehensive framework to analyze the significance of laughter in our lives.

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Why We Laugh: TED Talk Analysis

Teaching Tips

Start with a Warm-Up Discussion

Chunk the TED Talk

Utilize Think-Pair-Share

Clarify Listening Strategies

Create Engaging Activities

Foster Critical Thinking

Emphasize Personal Connections

Use Visual Aids

Encourage Reflection Through Exit Tickets

Assess and Adjust