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Clear and concise notes for D665 Learner Development and the Science of Learning (Section 1: Neuroscience) Covers foundational neuroscience concepts related to learning and cognitive development Includes key theories, brain functions, and learning processes explained in an easy-to-understand format Highlights essential exam topics and high-yield concepts Perfect for students preparing for exams, assignments, and course assessments Great revision resource to strengthen understanding of how the brain supports learning

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D665sLearnersDevelopmentsandsthesSciencesofsLea
rningsSections1:sNeuroscience

Neuroscience - s


CORRECT ANSWER✔the study of the brain and the nervous sy
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stem


Cognition - s


CORRECT ANSWER✔the mental activities associated with thi
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nking, knowing, remembering, and communicating
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Neurodevelopment - s


sCORRECT ANSWER✔how the brain grows and changes; plays
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. crucial role in acquiring new knowledge, honing cognitive skills,
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and adapting to challenges of formal education
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Myelination - CORRECT ANSWER✔makes pathways stronger
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Pruning - s


CORRECT ANSWER✔gets rid of pathways that aren't needed
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Neurons - s


sCORRECT ANSWER✔tiny cells in the brain that work together
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like an extensive communication network
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, Brain stem - s s


sCORRECT ANSWER✔part of the brain that connects to the spin
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al cord; oversees important jobs like keeping the heart beating regu
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larly, controlling breathing, managing blood flow, and controlling
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automatic actions like sneezing and swallowing
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Limbic system - s s


CORRECT ANSWER✔deep in the brain, it is like an emotional
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control center helping handle feelings, like happiness, fear, and sa
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dness


Cerebellum - s


sCORRECT ANSWER✔located at the back of the head, the "little
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sbrain" helps control voluntary muscle movements, posture, and ba
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lance


Cerebrum - s


CORRECT ANSWER✔the front part of the brain responsible fo
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r controlling movement, body temperature, and thinking skills like
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speaking, problem-solving, and decision-
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making. it also handles sensory tasks like seeing, hearing, and feeli
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