EPS503 Neuropsychology of Behavior and Learning

This course introduces students to the basic structures, functions, and physiology of the central nervous system as they relate to human learning and development generally, and childhood and adolescence specifically. Through a problem-solving format, students examine those brain functional systems thought to underlie specific learning, behavioral, and emotional challenges frequently encountered in diverse school and classroom contexts. Students integrate a neuroscience framework with cultural, genetic, cognitive, and social perspectives. The impact and limitations of neuroimaging and other research modalities on academic and cognitive processes in considered. Students apply their knowledge through a critical overview of neuropsychological assessment tools and practices. 15 hours of field experience are required. Prerequisite(s): A human development course. 3 semester hours