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Curated OER

The Brain Reflex System And How It Works

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
Students explore reflexes. In this biology lesson plan, students discover the basic facts about the reflex systems of the brain as they take part in hands-on activities.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Lesson Plan Two: Sense of Sight and The Eye

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Pupils label and describe functions of main parts of the eye, and explore the eye by using the eye model.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Aging Brain: A Lesson on Alzheimer's Disease

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the aging brain and its relationship to the occurrence of Alzheimer's disease. They need to have prior knowledge of brain and nervous system anatomy in order to participate in this lesson. Students compare an aging...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

The Nervous System

For Students 9th - 12th
In this biology worksheet, high schoolers find the words that define the workings of the nervous system. The answers are found at the bottom of the page.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Central Nervous System Study Questions

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
In this central nervous system worksheet, students define 24 terms associated with the human central nervous system. They answer 28 short answer questions dealing with the structures and function of the CNS.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Anatomy of the Brain

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore human anatomy by completing a quiz. For this brain lesson, students read assigned text which discusses the different elements of the human brain and how they are used in everyday experiences. Students answer a multiple...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Brain Awareness Week

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore the brain. For this science lesson, students create a model of the brain and discuss steps taken in order to protect the brain. Students design a container that would protect the brain from injury. Students discuss the...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

The Nervous System

For Students Higher Ed
In this nervous system worksheet, students review the structure and function of the central nervous system. This worksheet has 1 drawing and 17 fill in the blank statements.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Anatomy of the Brain

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Students explore the brain. In this science lesson, students view a diagram of the brain and discuss the various regions of the brain. Students discuss the importance of protecting the brain and design a protective covering.
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Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Cerebellum

For Students 9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy and the Association of American Medical Colleges provides study content for the MCAT. This resource discusses the cerebellum as it pertains to the biological basis of behavior.
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Instructional Video
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Hindbrain and Midbrain: Cerebellum: Lesson 1

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson will examine the structure and function of the cerebellum and brainstem. It is 1 of 2 in the series.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Patient With a Missing Cerebellum

For Students 9th - 10th
Practice questions over tests done to study neuroscience.
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Lesson Plan
BioEd Online

Bio Ed Online: The Brain: Control Central

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
What do you know about the brain? In this early learners lesson, students will explore the basic functions and characteristics of the brain and skull, and also learn about three major structures in the brain: the cerebrum, cerebellum and...
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Unit Plan
OpenStax

Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: The Coordination and Gait Exams

For Students 9th - 10th
Students learn about the relationship between the location of the cerebellum and its function in movement in order to understand the processes of coordination and gait exams.
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Handout
University of Wisconsin

The Why Files: Brain Trouble

For Students 9th - 10th
A remarkable medical illustration of the brain is featured in this discusion of the cerebellum and its role in controlling continuous and discontinuous movement.
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Handout
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Hindbrain and Midbrain

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson will examine the makeup and function of the cerebellum and brainstem.
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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Diagnosing a Zombie: Brain and Body

For Students 9th - 10th
Video explores diagnosing a zombie by relating its symptoms to various human brain disorders, such as Parkinson's disease. [3:47] Includes a brief quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.
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eBook
Estrella Mountain Community College

Estrella Mountain Community College: The Nervous System

For Students 9th - 10th
This online biology book chapter offers definitions and descriptions of the nervous system's components.
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Activity
Other

Dana Sourcebook of Brain Science: It's Mindboggling!

For Students 9th - 10th
Look through this online pamphlet to find brain exercises as well as explanations of how the brain works. Very complete and fun to read.
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Handout
Curated OER

Kids Health: The Brain Is the Boss

For Students 9th - 10th
What weighs 3 pounds at maturity and is faster than any computer? If you don't know then use this site about the brain. Get great information and diagrams about the brain. Available in Spanish.
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Interactive
Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: The Human Brain

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the human brain, and the role it plays in the nervous system. Students learn about the three main parts of the brain and each of their functions.
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Unit Plan
University of Washington

Univ. Of Washington: The Brain Right Down the Middle

For Students 9th - 10th
From the University of Washington, this site goes into great detail in describing the brain.
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Activity
Other

Society for Neuroscience: Brain Facts [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is a publication on the human brain and how it works. Gives details on the neuron, how the senses interact with the brain and much more. PDF (requires Adobe Reader).
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Unit Plan
Scholastic

Scholastic: Study Jams! Science: The Human Body: The Nervous System

For Students 3rd - 5th
A video and a short quiz on the central and peripheral nervous systems.

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