Course overview
The aim of this course is to examine the process of neural development and function across the lifespan with an emphasis on related cognitive function. The biology of brain growth. Neural plasticity. Development of vision, orientation and attention. Development of numeracy and literacy in the brain. Social development. Cerebral lateralisation across development. Development of functional specialisation of the cortex. The effects of aging on neural activity during perception and attention, imagery, working memory, long-term and prospective memory. The distinction between healthy aging and Alzheimer's disease. Theories that relate cognitive and cerebral aging, including models accounting for functional neuroimaging evidence.
Course learning outcomes
- Integrate knowlegde of nervous system development and psychological change across the lifespan
- Determine the unique considerations and methods for imaging neural function and structure in early and late life
Availability
Class details
Magill
Class number 52571
Section LE01
Size 90
Available 77
Class number 52572
Section TU01
Size 30
Available 27
Class number 52573
Section TU02
Size 30
Available 21
Class number 52574
Section TU03
Size 30
Available 29
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