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Sheep Brain Lab

For Students 10th - 11th
In this sheep brain lab, students identify the internal and external anatomy of a sheep's brain. Students complete several tables describing the function of given structures. Students also label the brain with 5 chosen structures.
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University of Washington

University of Washington: Parts of the Nervous System

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a great deal of information about the nervous system. In particular, the tools used to teach about the brain are helpful and effective.
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Unit Plan
TED Talks

Ted: Ted Ed: Stroke of Insight Jill Bolte Taylor

For Students 9th - 10th
In this video, Jill Bolte Taylor describes how she studied her own stroke as it was happening, and her eventual recovery. [18:42] The structures and functions of the brain are described. Followed by a short quiz and a list of additional...
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Mattababy: Corpus Callosum

For Students 9th - 10th
Article entitled "NMR Intensity of Corpus Callosum Differs with Age but not with Diagnosis of Autism."
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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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University of Oxford (UK)

Oxford University: The Structure of the Brain

For Students 9th - 10th
This report is entitled "The Structure of the Brain." Scroll down to section 3.2.3 for more on brain anatomy.
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Bryn Mawr College

Serendip: The Nervous System

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the main sections of the human brain, and how the structure or each relates to its function.
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Other

Is the Corpus Callosum the Missing Link in Dyslexia?

For Students 9th - 10th
A very interesting article which explores the condition of dyslexia may be caused by a non functioning corpos callosum. Many examples and research findings are given to back this claim. Also, the symptoms of dyslexia are discussed.