Chapter 18: Nervous System
Students will learn how the nervous system works, the divisions of the nervous system, the senses and how drugs and alcohol affect the body.
We will also discuss current brain based research and how it impacts behaviors and success in academics and beyond.
Through a web inquiry, the students will discover the incredible pruning and developmental phase of the prefrontal cortex during the adolescent years.
The PBS Special, "Inside the Teenage Brain," shares research by neurologist, Dr. Giedd.
(see video clips of it here)
PBS Special: Inside the Teenage Brain Focus Qs | |
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Web Link for Neuroscience for Kids (web quests on pages 4-7 & drugs and alcohol unit)
Click here --> Great Brain Site! for review
Sheep Brain Dissection: by Exploratorium
Virtual Cow Eye Dissection and interactive labeling diagram
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