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Psychology Brain Things for Kids!: Sleep and Dream Processes

Completed by 182 learners
Ages 9-14
Live One-Time Class
In this one-time class, we will learn about sleep and dream processes in the brain. We will explore the REM cycles, scientific theories about why we dream, the benefits of sleep, and the impact on the brain.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(151 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
2-9 learners per class
45 min

What's included

1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours
Assessment
The learner will be assessed informally. Feedback will be given upon request.

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 7
In this one-time class, we will learn about sleep and dream processes in the brain. We will explore the REM cycles, scientific theories about why we dream, the benefits of sleep, and the impact on the brain. The average person spends nearly six years of their lives sleeping and dreaming. While sleeping, we experience stages of REM, which include: REM, NREM1, NREM2, and NREM3 of which we experience feelings of falling, body jerking, rapid eye movement, and deep sleep. Sleep is essential for mood regulation and balanced hormones. A few scientific theories about WHY we sleep will be discussed, which include: Wish fulfillment, Information Processing Theory (Dreams help us sort out the days' events), Physiological Function Theory (Dreaming promotes neural development and preserves neural pathways), and how dreams are an important part of cognitive development. This class is structured with power-point slides that are easy to follow along with. I believe in teaching the students through experiences rather than memorization. The more the students participate and interact with fellow students and the teacher, the more we will get out of the class. I use a person-centered and positive teaching approach. All that is required of this class is to be ready to have fun. Let's have fun and dive into the complex world of the human brain!

Learning Goals

The student will learn about sleep and dream processes and their impact on the brain. The students will become familiar with scientific sleep and dream theories about why and how we dream and what happens to our brains while we sleep.

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Supply List
Bring note-taking materials (whatever that might look like for you).
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined July, 2020
4.9
151reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Master's Degree in Psychology from Lipscomb University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Belmont University
I have a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling with a specialization in addiction counseling. I also have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Nutrition. I have taught brain functions, processes, and anatomy for three years. 

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