Brain Development

of
Middle Childhood
(Age 6-12)
Two Interrelated Processes
1.Cell Proliferation (Cell Production)
Consist of overproduction of neurons and interconnections.

Neuron - A cell of nervous system that conducts nerve

impulses.
Interconnection (Synapse) - Refers to the connection between
neurons that allows neurons to transfer information.
2.Cell Pruning (Cell Elimination)
Involves the selective elimination of excess cells
and the cutting back of connections.
Lateralization (Development) of Spatial Perception - The
ability to identify and act a relationship between objects
and space.
Lateralization Pro
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Concept Map Making
Group Activity
Directions:
Make a Concept Map about Physical and Motor Development of
Children and Adolescents and follow the Rubrics. Choose two
presenters in the group. To be done in 10 minutes and at least 2-3
minutes for presentations.

Rubrics:
Content - 10
Creativity - 10
Delivery - 10
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30pts.