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Neuroscience for Young Scholars: Part 1, Age 12+
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Ages 12-17
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Students will be able to engage with trivia questions at the end of each session to apply what they've learned.Class Experience
This course meets for 4 sessions. Students will learn about the following topics listed throughout our multi session course. We will create our own brain models, conduct experiments, and at the end of each session, students will have their knowledge tested through trivia games. Session 1: Our Brains Introduction. The cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) Session 2: Brain Structure/Function Session 3: Brain Structure/Function ctd, What is a neuron? Session 4: Sleep, Dreams, and the Brain
Learning Goals
-Students will gain a better understanding and appreciation for their their brains. With this knowledge, students will learn practical ways to improve their brain function.
-Structure/function, cause/effects, patterns/relationships, project based learning/creativity/applicationSyllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Session 1: Our Brains Introduction. The cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
-CSF Demonstration Experiment
-Materials: eggs (at least 2), markers to draw on a face (waterproof), 2 plastic containers with tops, and water (to fill the container). Lesson 2:
Session 2: Brain Structure/Function
-Brain Diagram Project
-Materials: markers, paint or colored pencils, small white poster board, pen/pencils. Lesson 3:
Session 3: Brain Structure/Function ctd, What is a neuron?
-Build a Neuron Project
-Materials: clay or play-dough, recyclables (any combination of bottle caps, styrofoam material, cups, buttons, coins), any food, circular and/or string shaped candy, scissors Lesson 4:
Session 4: Sleep, Dreams, and the Brain
-Socktopus Project
-Sleep Log (will be provided)
-Materials for sock pet:
1 clean adult sock longer than ankle length, 1 cup dry rice or beans (such as kidney beans or black-eyed peas) or cotton filling or old socks/shirts (cut into small strips), string or small rubber band, ribbon, scissors, sharpie or fabric marker. Other Details
Parental Guidance
-Safety is our top priority. I advise parents/guardians/adults to provide supervision during sessions 3 and 4 for our use of scissors.
-During session 3, we have the option of using play-doh. Play-doh may contain wheat, which could cause an allergic reaction if ingested in those sensitive to wheat gluten or with Celiac disease.
Supply List
Session 1: Our Brains Introduction. The cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) -CSF Demonstration Experiment -Materials: eggs (at least 2), markers to draw on a face (waterproof), 2 plastic containers with tops, and water (to fill the container). Session 2: Brain Structure/Function -Brain Diagram Project -Materials: markers, paint or colored pencils, small white poster board, pen/pencils. Session 3: Brain Structure/Function ctd, What is a neuron? -Build a Neuron Project -Materials: clay or play-dough, recyclables (any combination of bottle caps, styrofoam material, cups, buttons, coins), any food, circular and/or string shaped candy, scissors Session 4: Sleep, Dreams, and the Brain -Socktopus Project -Sleep Log -Materials: sleep log document (see google classroom invite link) -Materials for sock pet: 1 clean adult sock longer than ankle length, 1 cup dry rice or beans (such as kidney beans or black-eyed peas) or cotton filling or old socks/shirts (cut into small strips), string or small rubber band, ribbon, scissors, sharpie or fabric marker.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://faculty.washington.edu/chudler/neurok.html
https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/brain.html
https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/science/general-science/human-brain/
https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/patient-caregiver-education/brain-basics-understanding-sleep#4https://parentingscience.com/benefits-of-play/
https://www.edutopia.org/article/why-ages-2-7-matter-so-much-brain-development
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Elementary Education from University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
Master of Art in Teaching
Professional Educator License
Certified in Elementary Education 1-6th for Science, Literacy, Math, History, Social StudiesReviews
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