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In this course, students will explore and integrate five themes central to the emerging field of Mind, Brain and Education (MBE): development as seen by cognitive scientists and neuroscientists; the conceptual and technical tools used in MBE; and specific educational issues (e.g., dyscalculia, dyslexia, attention deficits, role of emotions etc.).  The five themes function as layers students peel back to reveal the complexity of integrating three major disciplines into one field of study. Exploring the nature of each layer also offers students the opportunity to explore (in a limited but focused manner) the anatomy and physiology of the brain, the degree to which cognitive neuroscience can inform educators, and how educators might integrate cognitive science and educational practice into sound pedagogies. Course success depends on active student involvement in discussions and activities as lectures play a smaller role in this course.

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Listen and dialog with experts in the fields of cognitive and behavioral science as well as neuroscience as they explore new tools, models and ideas emerging at the intersection of education and the cognitive and neurosciences. Read more »