Neuroscience and the Human Brain
Neuroscience modules examine brain structure and function with interactive models, research projects, and data analysis.
Description : Neuroscience modules use interactive models and data analysis to study brain structure and function. Advanced projects encourage students to explore the intricate workings of the human nervous system.
Category : Science
Age : 12+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Neuroscience Section 1: Basics of Neurons - Lesson 1: Neuron Structure Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Neuron Structure - Lesson 2: Neuron Function Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Neuron Function Section 2: Brain Anatomy Basics - Lesson 1: Major Brain Regions Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Major Brain Regions - Lesson 2: Functions of Brain Lobes Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Functions of Brain Lobes Section 3: Overview of the Nervous System - Lesson 1: Central Nervous System Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Central Nervous System - Lesson 2: Peripheral Nervous System Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Peripheral Nervous System Section 4: Tools and Techniques in Neuroscience - Lesson 1: Introduction to Brain Imaging Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to Brain Imaging - Lesson 2: Basic Lab Techniques and Safety Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Basic Lab Techniques and Safety Section 5: Human Brain Development - Lesson 1: Development from Infancy to Childhood Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Development from Infancy to Childhood - Lesson 2: Changes in Adolescence Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Changes in Adolescence Module 2: Brain Cells and Neurotransmission Section 1: Types of Brain Cells - Lesson 1: Neurons and Their Roles Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Neurons and Their Roles - Lesson 2: Glial Cells and Their Functions Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Glial Cells and Their Functions Section 2: Synapse Fundamentals - Lesson 1: Structure of a Synapse Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Structure of a Synapse - Lesson 2: Process of Synaptic Transmission Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Process of Synaptic Transmission Section 3: Electrical Communication in the Brain - Lesson 1: Generation of Action Potentials Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Generation of Action Potentials - Lesson 2: Propagation of Neural Signals Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Propagation of Neural Signals Section 4: Chemical Communication in the Brain - Lesson 1: Role of Neurotransmitters Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Role of Neurotransmitters - Lesson 2: Receptor Activity and Signal Reception Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Receptor Activity and Signal Reception Section 5: Neuroplasticity and Adaptation - Lesson 1: Introduction to Neuroplasticity Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Introduction to Neuroplasticity - Lesson 2: Learning and Memory Mechanisms Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Learning and Memory Mechanisms Module 3: Sensation and Perception Section 1: Understanding Sensation and Perception - Lesson 1: Defining Sensation Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Defining Sensation - Lesson 2: How Perception Interprets Sensory Input Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: How Perception Interprets Sensory Input Section 2: The Visual System - Lesson 1: Anatomy of the Eye Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Anatomy of the Eye - Lesson 2: Basics of Visual Processing Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Basics of Visual Processing Section 3: The Auditory System - Lesson 1: Anatomy of the Ear Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Anatomy of the Ear - Lesson 2: Processing of Sound Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Processing of Sound Section 4: The Somatosensory System - Lesson 1: Understanding Touch and Pain Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Understanding Touch and Pain - Lesson 2: Proprioception and Body Awareness Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Proprioception and Body Awareness Section 5: The Chemical Senses - Lesson 1: Basics of Taste Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Basics of Taste - Lesson 2: Introduction to Smell Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Introduction to Smell Module 4: Brain and Behavior Section 1: The Brain and Emotions - Lesson 1: How the Brain Processes Emotions Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: How the Brain Processes Emotions - Lesson 2: Impact of Emotions on Behavior Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Impact of Emotions on Behavior Section 2: Memory Systems in the Brain - Lesson 1: Short Term Memory Basics Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Short Term Memory Basics - Lesson 2: Long Term Memory Fundamentals Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Long Term Memory Fundamentals Section 3: Learning and Decision Making - Lesson 1: Neural Basis of Learning Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Neural Basis of Learning - Lesson 2: Introduction to Decision Making Processes Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Introduction to Decision Making Processes Section 4: The Brain and Sleep - Lesson 1: Importance of Sleep for Brain Health Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Importance of Sleep for Brain Health - Lesson 2: Stages of Sleep and Their Functions Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Stages of Sleep and Their Functions Section 5: Brain Health and Wellness - Lesson 1: Nutrition and its Impact on the Brain Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Nutrition and its Impact on the Brain - Lesson 2: Managing Stress for Optimal Brain Function Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Managing Stress for Optimal Brain Function Module 5: Interactive Neuroscience and Data Analysis Section 1: Introduction to Data in Neuroscience - Lesson 1: Methods of Data Collection in Brain Research Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Methods of Data Collection in Brain Research - Lesson 2: Basics of Data Analysis Techniques Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Basics of Data Analysis Techniques Section 2: Exploring Interactive Brain Models - Lesson 1: Navigating Digital Brain Models Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Navigating Digital Brain Models - Lesson 2: Interpreting Simulation Data Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Interpreting Simulation Data Section 3: Laboratory Techniques in Neuroscience - Lesson 1: Introduction to Microscopy Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to Microscopy - Lesson 2: Basics of Electrophysiology Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Basics of Electrophysiology Section 4: Ethics in Neuroscience Research - Lesson 1: Responsible Research Practices Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Responsible Research Practices - Lesson 2: Ethical Considerations in Brain Studies Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Ethical Considerations in Brain Studies Section 5: Course Wrap-Up and Future Directions - Lesson 1: Review and Synthesis of Key Concepts Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Review and Synthesis of Key Concepts - Lesson 2: Exploring Future Directions in Neuroscience Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Exploring Future Directions in Neuroscience