National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health
Seer Training Modules: Introduction to the Nervous System
Self-guided learning activity where students learn about the structure and function of the human nervous system. There is a short quiz at the end of the lesson to check for understanding.
Estrella Mountain Community College
Estrella Mountain Community College: The Nervous System
This online biology book chapter offers definitions and descriptions of the nervous system's components.
Science4Fun
Science4 Fun: Nervous System
Provides a discussion of the two parts of the nervous system: peripheral nervous system, and central nervous system. Also illustrates how signals travel through nerves.
OpenStax
Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: Central Control
Students investigate the role of higher centers of the brain in autonomic regulation.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Parkinson's Disease
People with Parkinson's disease gradually lose the ability to control body movements. Here you can find the cause, the symptoms, the treatment, and how to live with this central nervous system disorder that primarily affects adults.