Why Improv Comedy Is Being Used to Teach High Schoolers Leadership Skills
February 18, 2020
Imagine a school where students are funny — On purpose. Now imagine a school where being funny makes students better learners. That is what’s happening for Chicago Public High School students who are developing improvisational theater skills intended to help them become more successful in engaging with their peers, the outside world, and potential employers. Through traditional improv techniques like incorporating agreement, cooperation, and the elimination of judgment, students have the ability to replace awkwardness with confidence. It’s an example of the kind of hands-on learning that uses practical skills not found in traditional classroom settings. Ian Williams is proof…
