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Brain Power

The document discusses the structure and function of the human brain. It describes that the brain is composed of three main parts: the forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain. The forebrain includes the cerebrum, limbic system, and thalamus and controls functions like speech, reasoning, learning, emotion, and memory. The midbrain controls eye movement and auditory information. The hindbrain includes the cerebellum, pons, and medulla oblongata and regulates movement, balance, arousal, and involuntary processes. The cerebrum is further divided into four lobes - frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital - each governing specific functions like problem-solving, sensory processing, language

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Brain Power

The document discusses the structure and function of the human brain. It describes that the brain is composed of three main parts: the forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain. The forebrain includes the cerebrum, limbic system, and thalamus and controls functions like speech, reasoning, learning, emotion, and memory. The midbrain controls eye movement and auditory information. The hindbrain includes the cerebellum, pons, and medulla oblongata and regulates movement, balance, arousal, and involuntary processes. The cerebrum is further divided into four lobes - frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital - each governing specific functions like problem-solving, sensory processing, language

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Lesson 1:

Brain Power
Objectives:
1. Discuss that understanding the different
parts of the brain, processes and functions
may help in improving thoughts, behavior
and feelings;
2. Explore ways on how to improve
brain functions for personal
development.
The brain has always been a
fascinating body part. It is a that is
considered as the most powerful
part of the human body.
The studies dedicated to the
understanding of the brain have
yielded multiple new insights
about its parts; how these parts
function separately and
together and their impact on
the overall functioning of a
person?
The brain is composed of
three important parts:

A.The Forebrain
The forebrain is considered as
the biggest part of the brain. It
is mostly consists of the
cerebrum. Generally, the
cerebrum controls speech,
reasoning, learning, emotional
control, and memory.
To break this down, the
following parts are found in the
cerebrum:

The Limbic System


It consists of the:
hippocampus which focuses on
learning and memory;

amygdala which is the center of


emotions like aggression and
anger;
hypothalamus which is
responsible for basic processes
like control of hunger, regulation
of temperature, thirst, and
circadian rhythms (body clock)
which tells you when to eat or
sleep and rise. It responds to
sunlight and temperature.
Thalamus is also found in the
forebrain. Its main job is to
control the flow of information
going into the cerebral cortex,
which is distributed to the
muscles and senses, and vice
versa.
The Cerebral Cortex.
The cerebral cortex is the outer
thin layer of the cerebrum.
B. The Midbrain
This part is found between the
forebrain and the hindbrain. It
is responsible for eye
movement and
auditory
information.
C. The Hindbrain
It is composed of:
cerebellum, also known as the
little brain with its numerous
and deep folds, which controls
movement and
balance;
pons, which is responsible for
processes like arousal and the
sleep and waking up cycle.
The medulla oblongata
is considered as the extension of
the spinal cord that is found in
the skull.
It regulates important processes
like circulation and other
involuntary processes like heart
rate, blood pressure regulation,
salivation, sneezing, breathing,
vomiting, and coughing.
The cerebral cortex

is divided into four lobes. Each


lobe governs specific functions.
1. Frontal lobe. This lobe is found
at the front of the brain. It is
responsible for the higher level
thinking processes like problem-
solving, learning, and organizing.
It also regulates attention,
memory, and mobility.
2. Parietal lobe.
At the back of the frontal lobe is
the parietal lobe. This region
integrates sensory data like
touch, pain, pressure, and
temperature.
3. Temporal lobe.
The temporal lobe is found near
each ear. Its main function is to
process auditory signals and
information. It is an important
component in
understanding
language.
4. Occipital lobe.
This region is found at the lower
back part of the cortex. Its job is
to process visual information
including the detection and
identification of colors,
movement, and other
visual stimuli.
The Four Quadrants of the Whole Brain Thinking
Quadrant A (Analytical Thinking).
People who use this mode of
thinking like to read textbooks,
collect data, listen to informative
lectures or talks, make use of
criteria or facts when evaluating
ideas or situations, and apply
logical reasoning.
Quadrant B (Practical Thinking).
People who use this style prefer
detailed instructions, make use of
time management, follow directions
easily, observe schedule and plan
and organize activities.
Quadrant C (Relational Thinking).
People who use this model like
to find meaning in what they
do. They are cooperative, like
to listen and share ideas, and
prefer win-win situations.
Quadrant D (Experimental Thinking).

People who use this style look


at the whole picture and not at
the details. They are not afraid
to ask “What if” questions, and
they like simulations.

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