Mirror Neurons Psychology Experiment
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Description
In order to deepen their understanding of neurons and empathy, students will explore mirror neurons (neurons that fire not only when we do something, but also when we observe someone else do the same action) through emotions. This activity should be completed after students have a basic understanding of neurons and the nervous system.
Include:
- 6 sets of images displaying different emotions
- Emotion notes
- Experiment setup diagram
- Experiment notes
- Reflection questions
- 6 video links for conducting the experiments
- Optional video link to extend the discussion to empathy and mirror neurons
Please Note:
This activity requires access to computers with internet access and headphones – one of each per group of 3 students.
2022 APA National Standards for High School Psychology Curricula:
- Biological Pillar - Biological Bases of Behavior - 1.3 Describe the structures and functions of the various parts of the central nervous system
- Social and Personality Pillar - Motivation and Emotion - 3.2 Describe the psychological research on basic human emotions; 4.1 Explain how biological factors influence emotional interpretation and expression
2011 APA National Standards for High School Psychology Curricula:
- Biopsychology Domain - Biological Bases of Behavior - 1.3 Differentiate between the structures and functions of the various parts of the central nervous system; 4.3 Discuss issues related to scientific advances in neuroscience and genetics
- Individual Variations Domain - Emotion - 1.2 Discuss the psychological research on basic human emotions; 2.1 Explain how biological factors influence emotional interpretation and expression
Digital Compatible:
This resource is compatible with the Easel by TPT and by purchasing, you will have access to the original PDF as well as a digital version with an interactive layer on top. You can assign this to your students through GoogleClassroom, they can complete it on a laptop or tablet, and you’ll be able to review their completed work and return feedback, all on the TPT platform.
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- Biological Perspective Fact or Myth
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