Learning objectives
The student should demonstrate knowledge and understanding (Dublin descriptor I) of the basic principles of Neuroscience. To this pourpose, the course aims to provide the student with an adequate understanding of: 1. the theoretical and procedural basis of neuroscience research, 2. The student should be able to learn the principles of neuroscience (5th Dublin
descriptor), apply the acquired knowledge (2nd Dublin descriptor), should be able to independently evaluate simple theoretical problems underlying neuroscientific experimental hypotheses (3rd Dublin descriptor), and be able to communicate them (4th Dublin descriptor).
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
This course is designed to describe the theoretical, procedural, and interpretive elements that underlie neuroscientific research in cognitive and interdisciplinary domains.
Full programme
Relation between perception and action. Cognitive functions of motor cortical areas. Understanding the meaning and goal of observed actions. Action, gesture, and goal. Relationship between understanding of behavior and motor repertoire. The consequences of gestures and the visual arts. The emotional body language (EBL). Relation between emotions and actions. Emotions, sensations, and the visual arts. Emotion recognition and trauma.
Bibliography
The slides of the lectures are a major part of the course material and are uploaded by the teacher on the Elly platform at the end of each lecture. The complete course bibliography is available upon request.
Teaching methods
The in-person lectures will occur with attendees present. Supporting material will be available on the specific, student-reserved platform (Elly) and will include slide presentations of the lectures. During the lessons, mainly frontal moments will alternate with interactive moments with the students. During the lessons, the principles of Cognitive Neuroscience will be explained, and the main topics will be addressed with supporting digital audio/video material. During the lesson the students will be stimulated by the teacher to ask questions and comments.
Assessment methods and criteria
The achievement of the objectives of the course will be verified by an oral test. Questions about the content of the course will verify if the student has achieved the objective of knowledge and understanding of the content of the course and if he/she has achieved the also the goal of applying the acquired knowledge. Oral test will be held in person. For any clarification students could contact Prof. Maria Alessandra Umilta’ by email: mariaalessandra.umilta@unipr.it
Other information
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