Vocabulary
Phrenology- a process that involves observing and feeling the skull to determine an individuals psychological attributes.
Psychoanalysis–the exploration of the unconscious hidden within the mind
Pseudoscience- a collection of beliefs or practices mistakenly regarded as being based on scientific method.
Neurotransmitter- are chemical messengers that transmit signals between nerve cells
Neurographic art- meditative art technique developed 2014 by Pavel Piskarev. These art exercises designed to enhance focus, emotional regulation, and mindfulness, providing a holistic approach to behavioral management.
Neuroscience- any or all sciences, such as neurochemistry, and experimental psychology, which deal with the function of the nervous system and brain.
Analyzing Data- means systematically raw data to extract meaningful insights, patterns, and trends, ultimately informing decision-making. This process involves techniques like cleaning, transforming, and modeling the data.
Transformation- A thorough or dramatic change in form or appearance. Its a journey of growth and development, often involving introspective, a shift in perspective, and a willingness to evolve. Its more than just minor adjustments; Its a deeper more fundamental shift in how a person see’s themselves and their place in the world.
Algorithmic artist- Someone who creates art using algorithms, which are a set of rules or instructions to generate their work.
S.T.E.A.M. list of possible research directions:
Science:
Anatomy of human brains
Science of genes
Breeding animals
Planting crops
What is memory?
What are Neurons?
What are seizures?
What causes seizures?
What are mental health disorders?
What are the parts and their purposes inside the brain?
What measures are used to measure intelligence and is this successful?
What are genetic diseases that are based in heredity?
Technology:
MRI- Magnetic Resonance Imaging used to remove brain tumors from a patient.
Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) systems that enable direct communication between the brain and an external device, typically a computer or robotic limb
IVF- assisted reproductive technology
Assessment tools in education- S.A.T and other evaluation tests
Engineering:
CRISPR- a genetic engineering that uses a CRISPR sequence of DNA and its associated protein to edit the base pairs of a gene.
Bioweapon- living organism designed to attack another living thing
Cognitive, analytical, problem solving
-Engineering principles and techniques are applied to neuroscience to develop solutions for neurological conditions and enhance our understanding of the brain.
-The Neural Engineering field combines neuroscience, engineering, and computer science to develop tools and techniques for studying and understanding the brain. Neural engineering to help create solutions for people with mental disorders and injures that impact or affect the nervous system.
Arts:
Leonardo da Vinci, while a well known artist, often not overly noted for the science or S.T.E.A.M. master.
students consider different styles of artwork, both which could be used as an inspiration when they design their own composition art piece.
Math:
Jer Thorp applying math data to art creations
Students will find math data and statistics to determine how this chosen topic impacts the world on a statistical basis..
Students will learn how math engages multiple brain regions.
Name: __________________________
Grade Level:
grade: _______
Unit: Brain
Date: ________
“TRITE” Rubric to devalue the process of this S.T.E.A.M. Unit
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Not Yet
1 Point
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Emerging
2 Point
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On Target
3 Points
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Exceeds Expectations
4 Points
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Respond
Students will be able to define what IQ, Genes, Brains, Sorting, Classifying, is (pre/post assessment)
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Student is not able to identify IQ, Genes, Brains, Sorting, Classifying, or give topic.
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Student can identify - IQ, Genes, Brains, Sorting, Classifying, and give their topic
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Student is able to identify 5 or more examples of IQ, Genes, Brains, Sorting, & Classifying
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Student is able to identify 10 or more examples of IQ, Genes, Brains, Sorting, Classifying, in the world and explain them,
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Create
Students will be able to apply their knowledge of when they create S.T.E.A.M composition
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Student created a google slide show based on showing 0-1 examples of IQ, Genes, Brains, Sorting, and Classifying.
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Student created a google slide show based on showing 1-2 examples.
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Student created a google slide show of at least 5 slides and used at least 2 visuals to show their selected topic .
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Student created a google slide show of at least 10 slides and used at least 3 visuals and one link to depict their selected topic.
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Create
Students will be able to demonstrate their knowledge by creating a google slide show Students will be able to present knowledge orally during mini TEDx Talk presentation of google slide
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Student did not select topic and or create a google slide show.
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Student considered and researched topic was uncomfortable with sharing in front of anyone.
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Student selected topic, included photos of topic, short video clip to teach selected topic and shared orally in front of others
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Student considered topic, gave personal reason of why they selected topic and connected research to sharing statistics, included photo of art inside google slide show and covering all S.T.E.A.M areas.
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Create
Students will be able to use elements and principles of design when creating their own S.T.E.A.M. creation.
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The student is still trying to create a composition.
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The student created a composition and is still considering what direction to research for Mini TEDx talk.
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A student created a composition in the same direction of the researched area.
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Student created a composition that depicts exactly their selected researched area and was inspired by an artist(s), used design principles effectively in composition and google slide.
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Respond
Students will use multi media to depict selected topic and actively listen to peers mini TEDx talks
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Student started but did not finish art composition. Student was not able to actively listen.
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Student created a composition using at least one different art technique. Needed one reminder when listening.
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Student created a composition, created google slide show on topic, helped peers, was an active listener..
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Student created a composition inspired by one of the selected artists or another artist of their choice, used at least three different art design techniques. Made a personal connection, included statistics, actively listened.
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