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How the Brain Works

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This How the Brain Works activity also includes:

Cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, pituitary gland, and spinal cord. Prepare your class for a performance task assessment on the brain and how it works with a scripted plan that defines these terms and identifies the functions the parts perform. The activities and graphics ensure that all learners are familiar with key terms and concepts so that they are prepared for the assessment.

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Concepts
the cerebrum
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Additional Tags
Performance task assessment, brain functions, cerebrum, science
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Instructional Ideas
  • If one is available, show class members a life-like, 3-D model of the brain 
  • Rather than follow the scripted, instructor-led plan, assign groups the various parts of the brain and have them present their findings to the class
Pros
  • The activity introduces the required terms and concepts so that all learners are prepared for the assessment
  • The opening activity should engage most learners
Cons
  • Some learners may be put off by the lecture format