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LaTre-Dior Spivey Dr. Cody Thompson September 7, 2025

Final Teaching and Learning Plan Assignment

Course Information

Course Number: HSCI 720

Course Title: Neuropsychological Principles for Health Professionals

Semester/Year of Offering: Fall 2025

Class Meetings: Weekly Online/Hybrid

Credit Hours: 3

Instructor: Dr. Cody Thompson

Course Description

This undergraduate-level course introduces students to foundational concepts of neuropsychology and their applications in healthcare. Students will explore brain–behavior relationships, neurological assessment tools, and how neurocognitive function impacts patient care. The course bridges patient-centered care and neuroscience to prepare learners for real-world healthcare contexts.

Course Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to: 1. Understand major structures and functions of the nervous system and brain. 2. Explain neuropsychological disorders and their impact on behavior and cognition. 3. Demonstrate understanding of neuropsychological assessments in practice. 4. Apply neuropsychological principles to case studies in healthcare. 5. Discuss cultural and ethical considerations in neuropsychological assessment.

Course Assignments and Grading

Quizzes: 20% Midterm Exam: 30% Case Study Research: 20% Final Exam: 30% Grading Scale: [Insert A–F grading scale per university policy]

Course Policies and Procedures

Attendance: Required, with participation in discussion boards. Late Work: 10% deduction per day late. Academic Integrity: Held to highest standard. Disability Assistance: Reasonable accommodations available.

Module 1 Example

Title/Topic: Introduction to Neuropsychology in Healthcare

Purpose: Build foundational understanding of brain structures and functions in healthcare.

Module Objectives (MOs)	Course Objectives (COs)	Assessments/Evaluations
MO1. Identify structures of the CNS and describe their functions.	CO1. Understand major structures and functions of the brain.	Quiz on CNS structures
MO2. Explain how brain disruptions affect behavior.	CO2. Explain neuropsychological disorders.	Case Study Reflection
MO3. Demonstrate understanding of neuropsychological assessments.	CO3. Demonstrate use of assessments in practice.	Discussion board on assessment tools

Module Content

Content (chapter titles, assignment names)	Module Objective Alignment
Read: Chapter 1, Foundations of Neuropsychology in Healthcare (Textbook: Dr. Dior Health)	MO1
View: Online module – Nervous System Structures	MO1
Watch: Video lecture – Brain–Behavior Relationships	MO2
Other: Case vignette – Patient X, Stroke and Memory Loss	MO3

Learning Theories and Biblical Perspective

This course integrates Constructivist Learning Theory and Bloom’s Taxonomy. Constructivism emphasizes that students build meaning by connecting new knowledge to prior experiences. The case study assignments and discussion boards foster active engagement, where learners apply neuropsychological principles to realistic healthcare situations. Bloom’s Taxonomy ensures progression from foundational knowledge (quizzes, readings) to application (case studies) and higher-order evaluation (discussion boards and final exam). From a Biblical perspective, teaching is viewed as stewardship of knowledge. Proverbs 1:5 ('Let the wise listen and add to their learning…') emphasizes the responsibility of educators to guide students in wisdom and application. By structuring this course to foster both intellectual growth and ethical practice, learners are encouraged to apply neuropsychological principles with compassion and respect for human dignity. This aligns professional competence with moral responsibility, reflecting both academic excellence and spiritual integrity. At least 2 peer-reviewed sources will be cited in-text in APA style when finalizing this paper.