Applying Neuroscience to Special Education
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Neuroscience and Special Education
Overview of the course, importance of neuroscience in special education, and setting the stage for the intersection of both fields.

Module #2
Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology Basics
Fundamentals of brain structure and function, including neurons, synapses, and brain regions relevant to learning and behavior.

Module #3
Neuroplasticity and Brain Development
The dynamic nature of the brain, neural reorganization, and implications for learning and intervention.

Module #4
Understanding Neurodiversity and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Overview of neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, ADHD, and Dyslexia, and the neural mechanisms underlying them.

Module #5
The Neuroscience of Learning and Memory
The neural mechanisms of learning and memory, including encoding, consolidation, and retrieval, and implications for instructional design.

Module #6
Executive Function and Self-Regulation
The neural basis of executive function, including planning, attention, and self-regulation, and strategies for improvement.

Module #7
Emotional Regulation and the Brain
The neural mechanisms underlying emotional regulation, and strategies for teaching emotional intelligence and well-being.

Module #8
The Impact of Trauma on the Brain and Behavior
The effects of trauma on brain development, structure, and function, and implications for supporting students with trauma histories.

Module #9
Assistive Technology and the Brain-Computer Interface
The use of assistive technology to support students with disabilities, including brain-computer interfaces and neurofeedback training.

Module #10
Neuroscience-Informed Instructional Strategies
Practical applications of neuroscience research to instructional design, including strategies for literacy, numeracy, and cognitive development.

Module #11
Differentiating Instruction for Diverse Learners
Using neuroscience to inform differentiated instruction, including Universal Design for Learning and Response to Intervention.

Module #12
Social-Emotional Learning and the Brain
The neural basis of social-emotional learning, including empathy, self-awareness, and relationships, and strategies for teaching SEL skills.

Module #13
Neuroscience and Reading Instruction
The neural mechanisms of reading, including phonemic awareness, decoding, and comprehension, and evidence-based reading instruction.

Module #14
Mathematics and the Brain
The neural basis of mathematical cognition, including number sense, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving, and strategies for teaching math concepts.

Module #15
The Neuroscience of Attention and Focus
The neural mechanisms underlying attention, including attentional control, focus, and distractibility, and strategies for improving attentional abilities.

Module #16
Neuroscience and Language Development
The neural basis of language development, including language acquisition, syntax, and pragmatics, and evidence-based language instruction.

Module #17
Sleep, Exercise, and Nutrition:The Triad of Brain Health
The impact of sleep, exercise, and nutrition on brain function, development, and behavior, and practical strategies for promoting brain health.

Module #18
Neuroscience and Mental Health in Special Education
The intersection of mental health and special education, including anxiety, depression, and stress management, and strategies for promoting mental well-being.

Module #19
Parent-Teacher Partnerships and Neuroscience
Collaborative approaches to supporting students with disabilities, including parent-teacher partnerships and neuroscience-informed consultation.

Module #20
Neuroscience and Inclusive Education
The role of neuroscience in promoting inclusive education, including strategies for creating inclusive classrooms and supporting diverse learners.

Module #21
Neuroscience and Cultural Responsiveness
The importance of cultural responsiveness in special education, including the impact of cultural background on brain development and behavior.

Module #22
Neuroscience and Technology-Enhanced Learning
The use of technology to support learning, including multimedia, gamification, and virtual reality, and the neural mechanisms underlying technology-enhanced learning.

Module #23
Neuroscience and the Early Years
The application of neuroscience to early childhood education, including brain development, play-based learning, and early intervention.

Module #24
Neuroscience and Career Development
The role of neuroscience in career development, including strategies for supporting students with disabilities in transition to post-secondary education and employment.

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Applying Neuroscience to Special Education career

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Applying Neuroscience to Special Education ( 25 Modules )

Applying Neuroscience to Special Education
( 25 Modules )