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Module Title	Neuroplasticity and Neurorehabilitation
School	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Department	Sport, Ex and Rehab Sciences
Module Code	03 23945
Module Lead	Dr. Michael J Grey
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites	LH Neurophysiological Basis of Movement and Posture - (03 23651)
Restrictions	Single and joint honour students in the School of Sport, Exercise, and Rehabilitation Sciences with appropriate prerequisites; it can also be opened to international exchange students at the discretion of the School.
Contact Hours	Lecture-11 hours Seminar-6 hours Tutorial-2 hours Project supervision-20 hours Guided independent study-161 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	Recent advances in neuroscience demonstrate how the central and peripheral nervous systems (CNS & PNS) have a remarkable capacity to adapt and change over the course of one’s life or after injury. Activity-dependent neuroplasticity is the adaptation that occurs in the nervous system as an individual learns new motor skills or relearns previously acquired movements. An understanding of the principles of neuroplasticity, movement science, and learning provide a foundation for innovation in rehabilitation therapies. This module will examine the mechanisms of plasticity from the cellular to system level. The module will cover the basic science of neuroplasticity relevant to the normal CNS as it develops and ages; and the how neuroplasticity contributes to the recovery of function following injury. The module comprises formal lectures on current theory, and class discussion on current literature in each of these areas. In addition, we will use case studies in a problem-based learning format to apply current theories to practical application.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Describe basic mechanisms and principles of neuroplasticity Describe current theories of neuroplasticity as they apply to “normal” development and the aging process. Describe the current theories of neuroplasticity following injury to the central nervous system. Apply principles of neuroplasticity, movement science and motor learning to specific neural disorders
Assessment	23945-01 : Essay : Coursework (40%) 23945-02 : Exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (60%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessments: Final Exam (60%); Course work (40%). Delivery as per School policy. Reassessment: None
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