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AP® Psychology: Special Focus - The Brain, the Nervous System, and Behavior

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How does the brain send signals to the rest of the body? Scholars research and analyze the functions of the brain and the central nervous system in the human body. Using hands-on activities, reflections, and research, they begin to understand the different functions of the brain and gain insight into its roles.. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
child psychology, the brain, the central nervous system, behavior
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Additional Tags
social studies
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Instructional Ideas
  • Obtain a model of the brain and put on display during the lesson
  • Split the class into research teams to complete the hands-on activities in the lesson
Classroom Considerations
  • Store string, bottle caps, and other materials for the lesson in a central location for multiple days' use
Pros
  • Materials include sample student responses for teacher use
  • Lesson is broken down specifically for the teacher to follow step by step
Cons
  • None