An Introduction to the Virtual Neuroscience Lab Series Illinois State University Dr. Darci J. Harland http://www.mind.ilstu.edu
History of The MIND Project The Vision: Design virtual online laboratories Bringing cutting edge science & research into the high school/middle school classroom Provide realistic simulation science experiences NIH grant: SEPA
Introduction to Me Darci J. Harland Ph.D in Educational Technology 12 years high & middle school biology/science Ph.D in Educational Technology MIND project role: Biology expert Meet with scientists Story board the modules Create professional development materials Communicate with the computer animators Support teachers who implement our Virtual Labs
Virtual Neuroscience Lab #2: Stroke Student Experience Role Play an MD Video game feel with information given only when they make decisions Teachers can have students experience this individually, small groups or as a class demonstration
Virtual Neuroscience Lab #2: Stroke (cont.) Web-based, no special software needed Information in EMR: facts students use to make decisions Professional Development: answers, implementation ideas, literacy strategies and national standards Introductory Video
Virtual Neuroscience Lab #1: Cocaine Addiction Lab Sample Animations Ways to implement Use animated graphics Individual or groups Teach scientific method & data collection Quizzes Introductory Video
Parkinson’s Virtual Lab Rat Research Perform surgery Dopamine levels and its links to Parkinson’s Bucket theory & computer model to show dopamine levels Introductory Video To be completed fall 2009
Robot Virtual Lab
Deep Brain Stimulation Lab Currently in development
The MIND Project Now… Training Teachers to use modules Ready to use with students Contact us if you want (mindsup@ilstu.edu) Features now available Professional Development Guides Quizzes Teacher Associate For teachers who pilot a lab & take assessments
Thank-You http://www.mind.ilstu.edu To access these and other great curricula from The Mind Project please visit our website http://www.mind.ilstu.edu