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University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas: Neurons and Neurotransmitters

For Students 9th - 10th
A good description of how the neurotransmitters are involved in cell communication. Very good site.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Neurotransmitter Removal From the Synapse

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a five-question quiz pertaining to neurotransmitter removal from the synapse.
Unit Plan
OpenStax

Open Stax: Anatomy & Physiology: Communication Between Neurons

For Students 9th - 10th
Students explain the differences between the types of graded potentials, and categorize the major neurotransmitters by chemical type and effect.
Handout
University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas: Dopamine

For Students 9th - 10th
Using dopamine as an example, the page gives a description of how neurotransmitters work and the effects of drugs and enzymes on neurotransmitter function.
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Other

University of Nebraska at Omaha: Brains Rule! Games: Ecstasy Invaders

For Students 3rd - 8th
Go on a mission inside a nerve cell to find out about how neurons produce and release neurotransmitters to communicate with other neurons. Learn what happens to these brain chemicals when the drug ecstasy interrupts the process.
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Curated OER

Neurotransmitters and Neuroactive Peptides

For Students 9th - 10th
Very good introduction to the role that these chemicals play in the nervous system.
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Curated OER

Neurotransmitters and Neuroactive Peptides

For Students 9th - 10th
Very good introduction to the role that these chemicals play in the nervous system.
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Curated OER

Neurotransmitters and Neuroactive Peptides

For Students 9th - 10th
Very good introduction to the role that these chemicals play in the nervous system.
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Curated OER

Neurotransmitters and Neuroactive Peptides

For Students 9th - 10th
Very good introduction to the role that these chemicals play in the nervous system.
Graphic
Curated OER

Neurotransmitters and Neuroactive Peptides

For Students 9th - 10th
Very good introduction to the role that these chemicals play in the nervous system.
Graphic
Curated OER

Neurotransmitters and Neuroactive Peptides

For Students 9th - 10th
Very good introduction to the role that these chemicals play in the nervous system.
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Curated OER

Neurotransmitters and Neuroactive Peptides

For Students 9th - 10th
Very good introduction to the role that these chemicals play in the nervous system.
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Rutgers University

Rutgers University: Drugs, Brains and Behavior

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a link to a book posted on the internet which discusses many different drugs and their effects on the brain. Also provides some discussion on the influences of different drugs and neurotransmitters in reference to different brain...
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Curated OER

Ach

For Students 9th - 10th
Good explanation (including a simple animated GIF) of neurotransmitters and their history. Excellent, in-depth information.
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Curated OER

Cat

For Students 9th - 10th
Good explanation (including a simple animated GIF) of neurotransmitters and their history. Excellent, in-depth information.
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Curated OER

5 Ht

For Students 9th - 10th
Good explanation (including a simple animated GIF) of neurotransmitters and their history. Excellent, in-depth information.
Article
Aetna Intelihealth

Aetna: Inteli Health: How Does Depression Develop?

For Students 9th - 10th
This page contains short descriptions of the causes of depression. There is a link to more information for each cause.
Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: How Do Nerves Work?

For Students 9th - 10th
This video explores how nerves, neurons, and nerve receptors work in the human body and how they communicate by electrical impulses. [5:00] Followed by a short quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.
Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Newshour Extra: Neuroscience Basics Through Puzzles and Dance

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This interesting lesson plans uses giant neutron puzzles, the game of telephone, and dance to explain how transmitters and receptors work in neurotransmission.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Nerve Impulses

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this online tutorial students will explain how nerve impulses are transmitted.
Article
Curated OER

Kids Health: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

For Students 3rd - 5th
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is an anxiety disorder that affects the "worry thoughts" that a person has. One way to think about OCD is to think about superstitions. When you do something a certain way or avoid a situation, such as...
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Other

World of Molecules: 3 D Structure Files

For Students 9th - 10th
Investigate the three-dimensional structure of various molecules- both organic and inorganic.
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Other

World of Molecules: Molecules of Life

For Students 9th - 10th
Investigate the three-dimensional structure of different types of organic molecules.
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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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