Course information

This course examines the etiology of specific disabilities through the perspective of neurophysiology. Attention is paid to the basic anatomical structure of the central nervous system, and the relationship of these various structures to perception, motor learning and higher levels of cognitive functioning. Current research on localizing specific functions within the brain is presented. Students consider how neural malformation, teratogens, neural insult and other factors affect learning. Health and metabolic disorders which impact learning are studied.