Students take a closer look at a memory play. In this American drama lesson, students read Tennessee Williams's The Glass Menagerie and analyze it as a memory play. Students discuss the linear and non-linear aspects of the play prior to...

Students research the part of the brain known as the corpus callosum. The part of the brain that connects the left and right brain, students investigate its functions and how data passes from one side to another.

Music has been said to effect short term memory. Learners test out this hypothesis, graphing how knowledge retention in a biology classroom changes when music is played in the background. In the end, a better appreciation of the dynamics...

Ever heard of CTE? A passage about Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) provides the text for a reading comprehension check. The subject matter is sure to engage your readers and the questions, based on the passage, assess whether high...

Students study the Acadian Diaspora of 1755. They read the Acadian Diaspora and discuss the readability, characters, cultures, and psychology of the storyline. They write a reaction paper of journal entry and share and discuss them...

Did you know that modern Chinese literature “grew from the psychoanalytical theory of Sigmund Freud”? Designed for a world literature class, seniors are introduced to “One Evening in the Rainy Season,” Shi Zhecun’s stream of...

Fifteen example sentences need to be completed with either affect or effect. This printable exercise focuses on a discrete skill and could accomplish the mission if your class struggles with this particular distinction. Answer key is...

Students use survival stories as the theme for written assignments and a photography presentation.

Learners explore the causes and effects of marijuana addiction and research how THC affects different areas of the brain. They synthesize their knowledge by creating print advertisements that inform teenagers about the physiologic danger...

Students read excerpts from The Story of an Old Piano. They choose a personal object and write paragraphs from the object's point of view. Their stories can be bound for the class library.

Students in a Spanish class are introduced to the techniques of creative writing. In groups, they focus on the pre-writing section of creative writing and keep a folder of their works throughout the instructional activity. They end the...

Students examine World War II through the eyes of local journalists such as Al McIntosh. As a class, they discuss how stories about the war affects the public back at home. In groups, they compare and contrast how newspapers reported...

In this English activity, students read "Brazil Votes on Gun Ban," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.

Students listen to the story, "The Bracelet" and evaluate with other class members right and wrong actions. They create a watercolor painting that describes how the book made them feel and discuss their feelings with the rest of the class.

In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 13 multiple choice questions based on The Things They Carried. Students may submit their answers to be scored.

Students explore robotics. They design a simple device that simulates a human arm lifting a mass. Students test the strength of their arm. Students discuss artificial intelligence.

Discusses the different models of information processing and the basic principles accepted in cognitive psychology. Outlines the different types of memory, and the principles of concept formation. Also provides a table listing examples...

This test assesses your temporal memory, or how long ago something happened. Try to determine if tiredness affects this type of memory. Following the test, find out some information about memory and sleep. This test takes about 15...

Article reports on a study in which scientists implanted false memories in the minds of rats. Includes a video.

The mind has fascinated and mystified humans for millennia. Delve into the science behind the brain with these works on philosophy, foundational psychology, and scientific studies. This collection includes 61 Grade-Leveled texts (6-12)...

Test your speed in this game reviewing brain and behavior terms and concepts.

Gives biographical overview and explanations of Adler's theories.

Explains what is meant by information processing in the brain and the influence of computers on the thinking of cognitive psychologists. Describes the role of attentional capacity in humans' ability to process information and how models...

There are over 40 theories that attempt to explain the phenomenon of deja vu. Michael Molina explains how neuroimaging and cognitive psychology have narrowed down the theories that could explain that feeling you're having, again. [3:55]