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Macpherson, Tom; Morita, Makiko; Wang, Yanyan; Sasaoka, Toshikuni; Sawa, Akira; Hikida, Takatoshi – Learning & Memory, 2016
Considerable evidence has demonstrated a critical role for the nucleus accumbens (NAc) in the acquisition and flexibility of behavioral strategies. These processes are guided by the activity of two discrete neuron types, dopamine D1- or D2-receptor expressing medium spiny neurons (D1-/D2-MSNs). Here we used the IntelliCage, an automated…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Neuropsychology, Inhibition, Behavior Change
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So, Wing-Mui Winnie; Cheng, Nga-Yee Irene; Chow, Cheuk-Fai; Zhan, Ying – Education 3-13, 2016
This study aims to examine the impacts of the inquiry learning strategies employed in a "Plastic Education Project" on primary students' knowledge, beliefs and intended behaviour in Hong Kong. Student questionnaires and a test on plastic types were adopted for data collection. Results reveal that the inquiry learning strategies…
Descriptors: Plastics, Wastes, Inquiry, Learning Strategies
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Goodman, Walter G.; Jeanne, Robert; Sutherland, Peter – American Biology Teacher, 2001
Uses the Tobacco Hornworm to teach about the competition for limited resources and behavioral changes. Follows three stages during the experiment: (1) brainstorming and hypothesis building; (2) implementation; and (3) data reduction and presentation. (YDS)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Biology, Entomology, Observation
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Vorhees, Charles V.; And Others – Science, 1979
A test is described in which three psychotropic drugs were evaluated for their effects on pregnant rats. Behavioral changes are given. (SA)
Descriptors: Animal Behavior, Behavior Change, Behavior Development, Laboratory Experiments