How does the idea of brain plasticity contrast with the idea of brain modularity?
Discussion 4-8
Answer each question with 250-300 words and include references
1.) Provide research to support the importance of critical thinking as it is used to enhance learning. Provide examples of specific ways that you as a teacher can promote problem solving within the classroom.
2.) Bandura identified four influences on self-efficacy. Select two, define these, and justify and support how you would use them to increase the self-efficacy of a student.
3.) Describe and summarize the important components of Vygotsky’s zone of proximal development (ZPD). Discuss one specific example of how you as a teacher can scaffold a learner within the ZPD.
4.) a.) How does the idea of brain plasticity contrast with the idea of brain modularity? In your answer, be sure to define both and use an example.
b.)“A bridge too far” is a metaphor. Explain what this means in terms of the application of brain science to teaching practice. How would you recommend dividing the “bridge” into more easily traversed spans?
5.) Explain the difference between fluid and crystallized intelligence. Summarize how these two kinds of intelligence change over time and explain how these changes may affect learning.
