Psychological Sciences and Techniques

Introduzione al corso e alle neuroscienze Metodi: tecniche per lo studio in vivo del cervello Metodi: l'utilizzo dei modelli animali in psicobiologia Introduction to the course and neuroscience Methods: techniques for the in vivo study of the brain Methods: The use of animal models in psychobiology The neuron and glial cells Synaptic transmission and neurotransmission The structure of the nervous system The central visual system The somatosensory system Brain control of movement Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis function and stress response Chemical control of the brain and behavior The emotions Mental illness The memory systems and the molecular mechanisms of learning and memory The program includes synchronous teaching with direct interaction with instructors, asynchronous teaching for independent study, and interactive and collaborative activities that promote active learning and cooperation among students."

Knowledge of italian language. Knowledge of cell biology and neurotransmission.

Bear, F.M., Connors, B.W., & Paradiso, M.A. NEUROSCIENZE. ESPLORANDO IL CERVELLO (EDIZIONE AGGIORNATA). Edra Masson.

This is a distance-delivered course. Video lessons lasting about 30 minutes, grouped into 10 topics. Webinars are planned.

Recorded video lessons and synchronous, interactive teaching."

Mid program exam (seventh week): Written exam (12 multiple choice and short answer questions + 1 open question) on part of the course program (5 modules). Whole program exam: Written exam (24 multiple-choice and short-choice questions + 2 open question) on the program of the entire course (10 modules). 1 point will be calculated for each multiple / short correct answer, up to 4 points for the open answer. To pass the exam it is necessary to achieve a grade of not less than 18/30. The exam will take 30 minutes for the written exemption and 60 minutes for the exam for the entire program. A score from 0 to 2 will be added for carrying out supplementary activities. Oral exam if requested (±2)

Synchronous delivery-based teaching, meaning live lessons, webinars, and online meetings that allow immediate interaction between instructors and students; Asynchronous delivery-based teaching, meaning video lessons, audiovisual materials, and documents that can be accessed at any time to support flexible and independent study; Interactive teaching with practical group activities (first webinar in the second week, second webinar in the sixth week).