Thursday, October 1/Friday, October 2
Ms. Moronta
Unit Objectives – Chapter 2 – Neurosciences and Behavior
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Explain the process of neural communication.
Delineate the different steps of the neural chain.
Explain how neurotransmitters work.
Analyze the difference between the neural and hormonal systems.
Identify the parts of the brain and the functions of each.
Describe the different types of brain scans.
Determine the role of genetics in influencing human behavior.
What Are We Doing Today? 
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WARM UP
TEAM QUIZ
CASE STUDIES QUIZ
BRAIN PROJECT
CLOSURE
HOMEWORK:
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Vocabulary ~ 57-61
Read ~ pages 94-97
Daily Quiz next class
Prepare materials for Brain Project – in class October 7th/8th
Unit 2 Calendar
9/23 & 9/24: TEST: Prologue & Chapter 1
9/25 & 9/28: Writing Workshop – INTRO BRAIN PROJECT
9/29 & 9/30: The Brain
10/1 & 10/2: Case Studies Quiz
10/5 & 10/6: Endocrine System
10/7 & 10/8: Build A Brain Project Day
10/9 & 10/13: Vocab Quiz
10/14: PSAT DAY (A day)
10/15 & 10/16: Unit 2 Test *PLEASE NOTE THAT THE B DAY IS NOW AHEAD*
WARM UP 
 What structures make up the brainstem?
o What are the functions of the brainstem, medulla, and cerebellum?
 What are the limbic system’s structures and functions?
CLOSURE
To what extent can a damaged brain reorganize itself? *use a vocab word to explain!*