Chapter 9: Nervous System

This chapter is divided into three main sections: the neuron, parts and functions of the brain, and finally the cranial nerves. This unit includes a dissection of the sheep brain and a project on brain disorders.

Part 1: Introduction to the Nervous System

Part 2: How the Brain Processes Information

Article: Phineas Gage - a curious case study in brain injury

Hemisphere Dominance Test - which side of your brain is dominant - for fun!

Concept Map: Nervous System -connect the nervous system structures

The Human Brain - 3d rendering and other views
Label the Brain (Practice Worksheet)

Part 3: Cranial Nerves

Cranial Nerves Coloring - identify and color each of the cranial nerves

Dissection of a Giraffe - video showing the vagus nerve

Part 4: Sheep Brain Dissection

Brain Disorders Project

Research a brain disorder and present your research to the class