A Kinesthetic Game

The game described in this article takes approximately two periods of class time and is meant to introduces students to the concepts of the dendrites and nucleus, which receive the initial m... See More

The game described in this article takes approximately two periods of class time and is meant to introduces students to the concepts of the dendrites and nucleus, which receive the initial message: how the message is passed down the neuron via saltatory conduction: and how the message leaves via the axon terminal and onto the next neuron. The lesson is described in full and is kinesthetic in nature which reinforces learning through a different approach. The worksheet is also included in this article. Games enhance student interest and involvement and are great ways to have students learn new concepts.

What is s Neuron?

According to the author...."By engaging physically, mentally, and socially in an activity, students can develop a more complex understanding of a concept than through lecture or reading alo... See More

According to the author...."By engaging physically, mentally, and socially in an activity, students can develop a more complex understanding of a concept than through lecture or reading alone." I agree with this concept. This article describes a simple neuron game that helps students understand how a neuron works and what each part does. It has an excellent lesson plan design with a rubric.