Unit Synopsis
In this unit you learn about the processes of how information flows through the brain and translates into memory. You will develop knowledge and understanding of neurobiological fundamentals that drive the development of neural networks in learning. You learn about the neurobiology of compromised environments associated with patterns of avoidance, compared to optimal learning environments that provide enriched, ‘thriving learning’ with patterns of approach. In addition, you learn about the role of stress responses in learning and how sleep is critical to a healthy brain, learning and memory.
Details
| Level | Postgraduate |
|---|---|
| Unit Level | 8 |
| Credit Points | 6 |
| Student Contribution Band | SCA Band 1 |
| Fraction of Full-Time Student Load | 0.125 |
| Pre-requisites or Co-requisites |
There are no pre-requisites for the unit.
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework). |
| Class Timetable | View Unit Timetable |
| Residential School | No Residential School |
Be Different Intakes
Higher Education Unit Availabilities from Term 1 - 2019
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Postgraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Assessment Tasks
| Assessment Task | Weighting |
|---|---|
| 1. Written Assessment | 50% |
| 2. Written Assessment | 50% |
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%).
Past Exams
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Term 1 - 2020 : The overall satisfaction for students in the last offering of this course was 5.00 (on a 5 point Likert scale), based on a 54.55% response rate.
Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
Source: Students and staff familiar with the Unit.
Continue high quality courseware and manageable assessment requirements.
Ensure the continuation of contemporary and high quality courseware and appropriate assessment that is practical - as has been done in previous offerings of this Unit.
The following unit has been included in the Masters of Educational Neuroscience BeDifferent course. We have ensured that contemporary readings and activities have been included to provide student engagement
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- Explain the neurobiological effects of fear-based and thriving learning environments
- Analyse the role of the expression of genes and interactions with the learning environment in memory formation
- Synthesise the significance of the processes of neural plasticity to maximise learning
- Communicate high level professional judgments and demonstrate personal accountability.
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