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Target Recognition and Synapse Formation During Development

In this activity about neuron/target muscle recognition (page 44 of the PDF), learners arranged in two rows facing away from each other use string to simulate neural development. The lesson guide, part of NASA's "The Brain in Space: A Teacher's Guide with Activities for Neuroscience" includes background information and evaluation strategies.

Keywords:: Social Sciences, NSDL, Biological Science, Cells, Physics, Axons, The Brain and Nervous System, Conducting Investigations, Neuron, Synapse, Health/Medicine, Science and Society, Scientific Process, Synapses, Neuromuscular System, Life Science, Embodied Learning, Psychology, Communicating Results, Cell Structure and Function, Simulation-Based Learning, Brain and Nervous System, General Science, Life Sciences, Neuromuscular, Neuroscience, Human Body, Muscles and Skin, Neurons, Education, Microgravity, Formulating Explanations