The integration of humorous texts in language education to develop students' emotional literacy: a case studyThe integration of humorous material in language teaching can be instrumental in the development of emotional literacy, thereby fostering an aesthetic sensitivity in student teachers (as learners) in different social contexts. Texts containing humour can play a significant role in the development of learners' understanding and appreciation of a language, as well as the cultural heritage it embodies. Furthermore, it offers learners the opportunity to become creatively and imaginatively involved with oral, visual and written texts. The article illustrates how the application of humorous material in the teaching of Afrikaans is not only rooted in responsive education, but complies with the objectives of the South African teaching policy documents.By concentrating on a literature review of research studies, the authors point out the correlation between humour and various factors that influence learners' and students' affective behaviour in the context of the language classroom. Particular reference is made to research results indicating that the use of humour 1 Die outeurs wil besondere dank betuig aan Sarie Berkhout vir hulp met die konseptualisering, Eloïse Loftie-Eaton vir die redigering en Zandra Bezuidenhout vir die taalversorging van hierdie artikel.
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