Here is a researched-based book in which author Peter Jonas explores how humor can enhance both leadership performance and improve the learning environment. Jonas attempts to use research and brain-based concepts to build a theoretical foundation and then provides practical components for connecting leadership, learning, and humor. Individuals need to understand the theoretical nature of leadership before they can translate the concepts into practice on a daily basis. The same is true for humor. The main theme of the book is that the proper use of humor will not only increase learning comprehension, but it can be used as an important tool for leaders to enhance their effectiveness. Throughout the book, Jonas has interjected humorous jokes, stories, puns, exercises, activities, expressions, etc. in order to show specific examples to provide the reader with material that can be used in leadership situations and the classroom. The materials in the book can be learned, saved for later, or copied for immediate use. Moreover, each chapter is fun to read and contains practical points and examples of how to integrate humor into daily leadership activities and lesson plans. For teachers and leaders, or anyone in the field of education.

About the Author
Peter M. Jonas has been involved in higher education for more than 20 years, serving as a director of Institutional Research, assistant dean, and faculty member in the areas of research, leadership, and technology. Dr. Jonas has also been actively involved in consulting for the past 15 years, and made more than 50 presentations across the country on the topics of research (program evaluation), assessment, leadership, humor, and technology.

Reviews
...an engaging guide to how the power of humor and laughter can revitalize daily leadership activities and lesson plans in the business world. A chuckle-inducing read even for the layperson, and a very handy supplementary resource for anyone in the business world charged with education, instruction, and leadership tasks. * Midwest Book Review *



Book Information
ISBN 9781578861514
Author Peter M. Jonas
Format Paperback
Page Count 164
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield Education
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 277g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 175mm * 12mm