Curated OER
Sheep Brain Lab
In this sheep brain lab, students identify the internal and external anatomy of a sheep's brain. Students complete several tables describing the function of given structures. Students also label the brain with 5 chosen structures.
University of Washington
University of Washington: Parts of the Nervous System
This site provides a great deal of information about the nervous system. In particular, the tools used to teach about the brain are helpful and effective.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Stroke of Insight Jill Bolte Taylor
In this video, Jill Bolte Taylor describes how she studied her own stroke as it was happening, and her eventual recovery. [18:42] The structures and functions of the brain are described. Followed by a short quiz and a list of additional...
Other
Mattababy: Corpus Callosum
Article entitled "NMR Intensity of Corpus Callosum Differs with Age but not with Diagnosis of Autism."
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: The Human Brain
Explore the human brain, and the role it plays in the nervous system. Students learn about the three main parts of the brain and each of their functions.
University of Oxford (UK)
Oxford University: The Structure of the Brain
This report is entitled "The Structure of the Brain." Scroll down to section 3.2.3 for more on brain anatomy.
Bryn Mawr College
Serendip: The Nervous System
Learn about the main sections of the human brain, and how the structure or each relates to its function.
Other
Is the Corpus Callosum the Missing Link in Dyslexia?
A very interesting article which explores the condition of dyslexia may be caused by a non functioning corpos callosum. Many examples and research findings are given to back this claim. Also, the symptoms of dyslexia are discussed.