This class will explore introductory concepts in Neuroscience at the cellular level as well as the level of brain-body-environment interactions. We’ll start off by exploring how the brain works, what different parts of the brain do and what questions neuroscientists are interested in. We’ll investigate major processes including memory, sensation and perception, reflexes and more. We'll learn about the machines and techniques that Neuroscientists use to do research and communicate their results. Each lesson has learning goals related to a specific topic or field in Neuroscience. However the class is far from a lecture format. While students should definitely be prepared to be challenged with new science concepts, we will use break out rooms and collaboration through google drive to creatively communicate our new learning. The class will also use videos and activities to help students interact with the content through many mediums.

This class will explore introductory concepts in Neuroscience at the cellular level as well as the level of brain-body-environment interactions. We’ll start off by exploring how the brain works, what different parts of the brain do and what questions neuroscientists are interested in. We’ll investigate major processes including memory, sensation and perception, sleep, reflexes and more. We'll look at brain differences in the animal kingdom and across the human lifespan and how those differences can reveal unique skills. We'll also learn about the machines and techniques that Neuroscientists use to do research and communicate their results. Each lesson has learning goals related to a specific topic or field in Neuroscience. However, the class is far from a lecture format. While students should definitely be prepared to be challenged with new science concepts, especially at the beginning of class, we will use break out rooms and collaboration through google drive to creatively communicate our new learning. The class will also use videos and activities to help students interact with the content through many mediums.