"FROM NEURONS TO NATIONS"

This fall, for the second time, the Center will offer a course for Harvard undergraduates, entitled "From Neurons to Nations: The Science of Early Childhood Development and the Foundations of a Successful Society." The General Education course is designed to bridge developmental science and social policy. It will begin with an overview of basic concepts of embryonic and neurobiological development, with particular attention focused on experience-dependent changes in brain architecture, and proceed to investigate how early experiences influence lifelong learning, behavior, and both physical and mental health. Students will then learn how broader understanding and effective translation of these scientific concepts can inform evidence-based policies and practices that advance the healthy development of children, families, and communities as well as bring high returns to all of society. The course will be taught by Jack P. Shonkoff, Charles A. Nelson III, and Holly Schindler, and will meet on Tuesdays from 1:00 - 3:00PM during the 2011 fall semester. The first class meeting will be on September 6th.

[Sam's remark: Share the major findings of the Center for the Developing Child at Harvard University by enrolling in the Parenting Seminar at Le Beaumont on Saturday Tel: 2866 2028]

http://developingchild.harvard.edu/index.php/activities/students_eld/learning_opportunities/courses/general-education/