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Laughing into the Future: Exploring AI, Humor, and Learning with Melissa Looney | Ep #90
Laughing into the Future: Exploring AI, Humor, and Learning with Melissa Looney | Ep #90
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31 minutes
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Dec 19, 2023
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Join Wendy Hanson and Melissa Looney on "Building Better Managers" for a lively exploration of AI and humor. Melissa, a learning professional and doctoral candidate, unveils the evolving role of AI in higher education, spotlighting the curiosity around generative AI like ChatGPT. Delve into the profound impact of humor in instructional settings, where Melissa underscores its innate connection to human communication. Wendy and Melissa engage in a thoughtful discussion on the nuanced benefits of infusing humor into AI applications, enhancing likability and influence. Don't miss this insightful episode as Wendy and Melissa envision a bridge between academic research and practical application, bringing funny chatbots out of the lab into real-life scenarios. Discover the potential of AI in creating engaging and humorous content. Join the laughter with Wendy Hanson and Melissa Looney on "Building Better Managers" as they usher in the new year with AI and entertainment. Meet Melissa: Director of Learning, Development, and Engagement Strategies at Bentley University Strategic and passionate learning professional with 13 years of experience in higher education Doctoral candidate at the University of Central Florida, focusing on humor in instructional contexts and the use of artificial intelligence to enhance interpersonal interactions Melissa's Contact Info: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamlooney/ For transcripts and other available downloads, please visit the BetterManager website. https://www.bettermanager.co/podcast © 2019 - 2023 BetterManager
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Dec 19, 2023
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