NSCI 10
The Neuroscience of Learning
Winter 2020
This is not the current course catalog
Class Details
An interactive and collaborative exploration of what neuroscience research reveals about how the brain learns and what factors can be influenced to facilitate successful learning. Topics include the neuroscience of attention, emotion, understanding, memory, and executive functions. Emphasis will be on the neuroscience itself with opportunities for students to make connections to their own learning processes and strategies.
Students will engage in evaluating primary neuroscience research articles using the medical model to evaluate validity. They will develop their own evaluation systems for identifying valid research related to learning and the brain. Small groups of 2-3 students will be assigned different articles on the same topic and engage in class discussions based on their reading. These will include their interpretations of the research and potential applications to learning strategies and interventions.
A final project will a paper and class presentation about topics they select based on their interests and goals for taking the course.
Adjunt Instructor Bio: Judy Willis, M.D. combined her 15 years as a board-certified practicing neurologist with ten subsequent years as a classroom teacher to become a leading authority in the neuroscience of learning. Dr. Willis has written nine books and more than 100 articles for professional journals applying neuroscience research to successful teaching strategies. She is on expert consulting staff for NBC News Education Nation, Edutopia, and media liaison for American Academy of Neurology.
The Class:
Format: lecture
Limit: 12
Grading: pass/fail only
Limit: 12
Grading: pass/fail only
Requirements/Evaluation:
short paper and final project or presentation
Prerequisites:
none
Enrollment Preferences:
upper grade priority
Attributes:
EXPE Experiential Education Courses
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NSCI 10 - 01 (W) LEC The Neuroscience of Learning
NSCI 10 - 01 (W) LEC The Neuroscience of LearningJudy WillisTWR 10:00 am - 12:50 pm
Clark Hall 2052280
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