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Details for EDU115 Brain Development from a 21st Century Perspective

This unit will draw on scientific based evidence around neuroscience, which links to the behaviour and strategies of students in the classroom. This skill will benefit future educators as they become confident to make informed decisions about educational practices and interventions, aiming to enhance learning outcomes and overall wellbeing in classroom settings.

Quick Stats

  • Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
  • Course code: EDU115
  • Credit points: 10

Subject Coordinator

Debra Williams
Bronwyn Lobsey

Prerequisite

Unit Content

Outcomes

  1. Articulate an understanding of the physical and functional aspects of the brain, including neuroplasticity, and the implications for learning and teaching
  2. Explore the impact of biological, environmental, social, and psychological factors on brain development and optimal functioning.
  3. Explain how the brain responds to various stimuli, stressors, and environmental factors, enabling teachers to create optimal conditions for learning and emotional regulation in the classroom.
  4. Reflect on how evidenced-based neuroscience theory can inform and enhance teaching and learning.

Subject Content

  • Introduction to neuroscience.
  • Structures of the brain– Brain Architecture and Brain Development.
  • Stages of physical and cognitive development and factors that shape and influence this development, including diet and lifestyle; puberty.
  • Serve and return: How social interactions shape brain development.
  • The unity of emotion, thinking and learning.
  • The brain and learning.
  • The application to Early Childhood and Primary School learning contexts.
  • Toxic stress: How early life stresses shapes brain architecture.
  • The importance of building executive functions.
  • New Directions.

 

 

This course may be offered in the following formats

  • Face-to-Face
  • eLearning (online)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

  • Multiple Choice Exam (25%)
  • Literature Review and Outline + Minor Essay (50%)
  • Reflective Learning Journal (25%)

Prescribed Text

  • References will include the most current curriculum requirements for schools.

Check with the instructor each semester before purchasing any prescribed texts or representative references.