Organization of the Human Brain
Prerequisites: define cell, tissue, organ, lobe, gray matter, white matter, skeletal muscle, smooth muscle, voluntary and involuntary control; able to describe basic structure of neuron; understanding of lab safety and use of dissection equipment
Table of Specifications
Organization of the Human Brain
| Skill
Number |
Questions listed by domain | Type:
S, W, or P* |
Number of items for minimal mastery |
| 1.0
2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 |
Analysis
From memory, identify the physiological role of the cerebrum to the overall functioning of the human body From memory, identify the purpose of the diencephalons in the function of the brain From memory, identify the importance of the cerebellum to the function of the human body From memory, identify the role of the brain stem in the functioning of the human body From memory, identify the overall function of the human brain |
W
W W W W |
1
1 1 1 1 |
| 1.4
1.3 3.3 4.3 |
Given a list of sensory and motor functions of the cerebrum, distinguish the sensory functions
from the motor functions Given a list of sensory and motor functions of the cerebrum, distinguish the motor functions from the sensory functions Given a list of examples and not-examples, classify the movements as subconscious motor Control or conscious motor control Given a list of examples and non-examples, identify the purpose of the brainstem in the overall Functioning of the brain |
S
S S S |
1
1 4 out of 5 3 |
| 2.1.1
1.5.1 1.5 1.2 1.1 2.2 2.1 3.1 3.2 4.1 4.2 4.4.1 |
Application
Given a list of examples and non-examples, identify the parts of the diencephalons Given a model or picture of a human brain, locate the longitudinal fissure Given a picture of a human brain, distinguish a cerebral hemisphere from other parts of the brain Given a preserved specimen of a sheep brain, determine the cerebrum Given a preserved specimen of a sheep brain, demonstrate dissection of cerebrum Given a preserved specimen of a sheep brain, demonstrate dissection of the diencephalon Given a preserved specimen of a sheep brain, determine the diencephalons Given a preserved specimen of a sheep brain, demonstrate dissection of the cerebellum Given a preserved specimen of a sheep brain, determine the cerebellum Given a preserved specimen of a sheep brain, demonstrate dissection of the brainstem Given a preserved specimen of a sheep brain, determined the brainstem Given a list of examples and non-examples, identify the parts of the brainstem |
S
S S P P P P P P P P S |
2
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 |
| 1.5.6
2.2.2 3.4.2 4.4.2 1.5.2 3.4 4.4 |
Comprehension
Given a model or picture of a human brain, identify the cerebral cortex Given a model or picture of a human brain, locate the diencephalon Given a model or picture of a human brain, locate the cerebellum Given a model or picture of a human brain, locate the brainstem Given a labeled model of a human brain, identify the parts of the cerebral cortex Given examples and non-examples, determine the example of sequencing of muscle contraction Given a model or picture of a human brain, identify the parts of the brainstem |
S
S S S W S S |
1
1 1 1 2out of 3 1 1 |
| 1.5.7
1.5.8 1.5.3 1.5.4 1.5.5 2.2.3 3.4.3 4.5 4.3.1 |
Knowledge
Given alternative definitions, define cerebrum Given alternative definitions, define cortex Given alternative definitions, define fissure Given alternative definitions, define suclus Given alternative definitions, define gyrus Given alternative definitions, define diencephalons Given alternative definitions, define cerebellum Given alternative definitions, define brainstem Given alternative definitions, define crossing over |
S
S S S S S S S S |
1
1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 |
*Select (S), Write (W), or Perform (P)
The Brain Unit Post-Test
Use the above illustration to answer the questions 1-7:
1. What part of the brain is the colored portion in the illustration?
a. cerebral cortex b. cerebellum c. brainstem d. diencephalon
2. The cerebellum is number
a. 1 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
3. The brainstem is number
a. 2 b. 6 c. 3 d. 4
4. The part of the brain located at number 1 is the ______________________ .
5. The part of the brain located at number 6 is the ______________________ .
6. The part of the brain located at number 5 is the ______________________ .
7. The part of the brain located at number 2 is the ______________________ .
Determine whether each of the listed functions of the cerebrum is a sensory or motor functions. Write an S for Sensory and M for Motor in the blank beside the function.
8. ___ You reach to touch a pan on the stove, but jerk your hand away because it is hot.
9. ___ Your pupils dilate when you enter a bright room.
10. ___You close your eyes to block out the overhead light so you can sleep.
11. ___ You flex your arm when getting blood drawn.
12. ___ You heart speeds up when watching a suspenseful movie.
Determine whether the following cerebellum functions are subconscious or conscious. Write an S for subconscious and C for conscious.
13. ___ Holding your breath when you go underwater
14. ___ Controlling your balance while walking
15. ___ Moving your diaphragm as you breathe
16. ___ Salivating when you smell your favorite food
17. ___ Squinting your eyes to see something far away
Match the definition to the correct term. Each term may be used once, more than once, or not at all.
18. ___ front half of the brain a. cerebellum
19. ___ folded tissue covering the brain b. brainstem
20. ___ folds in the cortex c. gyri
21. ___ grooves between the folds in the cortex d. fissure
22. ___ groove that divides the brain into hemispheres e. sulci
23. ___ control center for subconscious motor functions g. cerebrum
24. ___ connects the brain to the spinal cord h. thalamus
i. cerebral cortex
Use the illustration to answer Questions 25-28
25. Where is the diencephalon located?
a. 1 b. 6 c. 3 d. 5
26. The medulla is located at
a. 2 b. 4 c. 1 d. 3
27. The pons is located at
a. 6 b. 3 c. 2 d. 5
28. Where is the midbrain located?
a. 5 b. 4 c. 2 d. 3
Use the image below to answer questions 29 -31.
29. What part of the brain does the number 1 identify?
a. right cerebral hemisphere b. medulla c. pons d. sulci
30. What part of the brain does the number 2 identify?
a. lateral fissure b. cerebellum c. longitudinal fissure d. medulla
31. What number identifies the longitudinal fissure?
a. 1 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
32. The overall purpose of the medulla oblongata is which of the following:
a. controls the respiratory, motor and cardiac functions
b. involved in the function of sleep
c. involved in the function of vision and hearing
d. controls balance and equilibrium
33. The overall purpose of the midbrain is which of the following:
a. controls the respiratory, motor and cardiac functions
b. involved in the function of sleep
c. involved in the function of vision and hearing
d. controls balance and equilibrium
34. The overall purpose of the pons is which of the following:
a. controls the respiratory, motor and cardiac functions
b. involved in the function of sleep
c. involved in the function of vision and hearing
d. controls balance and equilibrium
35. Of the choices below, identify one part of the diencephalon:
a. hypothalamus
b. pons
c. cortex
d. sulci
36. Of the choices below, identify one part of the diencephalon:
a. medulla oblongata
b. thalamus
c. longitudinal fissure
d. posterior lobe
37. In the choices below, identify the part of the brainstem:
a. pons b. cerebellum c. cerebrum
38. In the choices below, identify the part of the brainstem:
a. cortex b. midbrain c. fissure
39. In the choices below, identify the part of the brainstem:
a. spinal cord b. sulci c. medulla oblongata
40. Identify which of the following is the correct order of sequence for muscle contraction:
a. a contraction is initiated in the central nervous system, a motor neuron in the ventral is activated, the Ca2+ channels open, Ach vesicles travel across the synaptic cleft, Ca2+ releases from the sacroplasmic reticulum, actin combines with myosin-ATP, actin and myosin split, the filaments slide and the muscle shortens
b. a contraction is initiated in the central nervous system, a motor neuron in the ventral is activated, the Ca2+ channels open, Ca2+ releases from the sacroplasmic reticulum, Ach vesicles travel across the synaptic cleft, actin and myosin split, actin combines with myosin-ATP, the filaments slide and the muscle shortens
c. a contraction is initiated in the central nervous system, a motor neuron in the ventral is activated, Ca2+ releases from the sacroplasmic reticulum, Ach vesicles travel across the synaptic cleft, the Ca2+ channels open, actin combines with myosin-ATP, actin and myosin split, the filaments slide and the muscle shortens
d. a motor neuron in the ventral is activated, a contraction is initiated in the central nervous system, Ca2+ releases from the sacroplasmic reticulum, Ach vesicles travel across the synaptic cleft, the Ca2+ channels open, actin combines with myosin-ATP, actin and myosin split, the filaments slide and the muscle shortens
41. Of the choices below, circle the definition of the diencephalon:
a. controls function of breathing and heart rate
b. controls the function of the thalamus and hypothalamus
c. connects the brain to the spinal cord
d. is located at the top of the brain
42. Of the choices below, circle the definition of the cerebellum:
a. contributes to coordination and equilibrium
b. consists of the medulla oblongata
c. connects the brain to the spinal cord
d. is located at the top of the brain
43. Of the choices below, circle the definition of crossing over:
a. occurs when impulses in the spinal cord pass to tracts that run to the brain
b. divides the brain into the left and right hemispheres
c. serves as a barrier that prevents fluid from reaching the brain
d. connects the lower part of the brain to the upper part of the brain
Answer the following essay questions:
44. How does the cerebrum physiologically effect the overall functioning of the human body?
45. Explain the roles of the diencephalons, cerebellum, and brainstem in the overall function of the brain.
46. Explain the overall function of the brain.
Explain the overall function of the human brain
5.0
Evaluate the physiological role of the
cerebrum in overall function of the body
1.0
4.0
Explain the purpose
of the diencephalon
2.0
Discuss the role of
the brainstem
4.0
Discuss the importance of the
cerebellum to the function of the
of the human body
3.0
2.0
Determine brainstem
on sheep brain
4.2
Demonstrate proper dissection of brainstem using sheep brain
4.1
Demonstrate proper dissection of diencephalons
using sheep brain
2.2
Determine diencephalons
on sheep brain
2.1
Explain the purpose of the brainstem in the overall function of the brain
4.3
Demonstrate proper dissection of cerebellum using sheep brain
3.2
On sheep brain,
determine cerebellum 3.1
3.2.1
Define
crossing
over
4.3.1
Explain sub-
conscious
motor control
3.3
Explain
Sequencing of muscle contraction
3.4
Identify parts of the brainstem on a model
4.4
Define cerebellum
3.4.3
List parts of diencephalons
2.1.1
Locate cerebellum on a
model
3.4.2
List the functions of the cerebellum
3.4.1
Locate the diencephalon on a model
2.2.2
List the parts of the brainstem
4..4.1
Locate the brainstem on a model
4.4.2
Define brainstem
4.5
Define diencephalon
2.2.3
Demonstrate proper dissection of
Cerebrum
1.1
Determine cerebrum on sheep brain
1..2
Explain sensory functions of the cerebrum
1.4
Explain motor functions of the cerebrum
1.3
Identify the hemispheres of the cerebrum on a model
1.5
Identify parts of the cerebral cortex on a model of the brain
1.5.2
Locate
longitudinal
fissure on a
model
1.5.1
Define sulcus
1.5.4
Define fissure
1.5.3
Define gyrus
1.5.5
Identify cerebral cortex on model
1.5.6
Define cerebrum
1.5.7
Define cortex
1.5.8
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