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What does neuroplasticity refer to?
What does neuroplasticity refer to?
Which type of neuroplasticity allows the brain to adapt following an injury?
Which type of neuroplasticity allows the brain to adapt following an injury?
What is an example of experience dependent plasticity?
What is an example of experience dependent plasticity?
Which of the following does synaptic pruning lead to?
Which of the following does synaptic pruning lead to?
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In which group is neuroplasticity generally considered more flexible?
In which group is neuroplasticity generally considered more flexible?
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What does experience dependent plasticity involve?
What does experience dependent plasticity involve?
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Which of the following best describes injury-induced plasticity?
Which of the following best describes injury-induced plasticity?
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What is the main focus of synaptic pruning?
What is the main focus of synaptic pruning?
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Why might neuroplasticity be considered more flexible in children than in adults?
Why might neuroplasticity be considered more flexible in children than in adults?
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Which activity could be influenced by experience dependent plasticity?
Which activity could be influenced by experience dependent plasticity?
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Study Notes
Neuroplasticity Lesson 7
- Definition of Neuroplasticity: The brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new connections between neurons (brain cells).
Lesson Objectives
- Objective 1: All students can define neuroplasticity.
- Objective 2: Most students understand the different types of neuroplasticity.
- Objective 3: Few students can discuss how neuroplasticity plays a role in cognitive development and rehabilitation.
Types of Neuroplasticity
- Experience-dependent plasticity: The formation of new neural connections when learning new skills or experiencing new things. An example is someone practicing piano, leading to more connections in the motor cortex.
- Injury-induced plasticity: The brain's ability to adapt after injury, where other parts of the brain take over the function of the injured part. Stroke patients might use other brain areas to recover speech and motor skills.
- Synaptic pruning: Neural connections no longer needed die off, while frequently used ones strengthen.
Think-Pair-Share
- Students work in pairs to brainstorm 4 examples of neuroplasticity in daily life. Research is permitted if needed.
Independent Work
- Students consider whether neuroplasticity is more flexible in children or adults and explain their reasoning.
Group Activity
- Students, as a group, participate in brain games.
End of Lesson Reflection
- Students reflect by writing down three things they learned, two interesting things, and one thing they want to know more about.
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Explore the fascinating concept of neuroplasticity in this lesson. Learn about its definition, types, and implications for cognitive development and rehabilitation. This quiz will test your understanding of how the brain adapts and reorganizes itself.
