Local psychology students show off brain research

Brianna Camann- Mustangs Ahead

(LAKEWOOD RANCH, FL)- Lakewood Ranch High School (LRHS) Advanced Placement (AP) Psychology classes had a Brain Project Gallery Walk on Oct. 25 which demonstrated the Mustangs’ creativity and hard work.

Mustangs in AP Psychology were required to create a Brain Project whether it was a PowerPoint presentation, poster board, visual display, song, etc.

LRHS AP psychology teacher Carmen Purpus said, “The finished projects were impressive and reflected a lot of thought and collaboration. I was particularly impressed by the creativity and originality of many of the projects.”

This project required the description of 20 parts of the brain including the location and function of the brain parts. Mustangs were also required to have a visual display of the brain whether it was a drawing, clay model, etc. which had the 20 parts of the brain labeled.

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Purpus added “The project actively engaged students in the learning process. Working in groups fostered collaboration and communication skills students need to develop to succeed in school and their careers.”

Some Mustangs gave their feedback on the AP Psychology Brain Project.

LRHS Junior Eszter Huszar said “The thing I liked most about this project was the opportunity to work in groups because it was easier working with more people and getting that extra collaboration.”

LRHS Junior Hayden Zimmerman said “My group that I worked with decided to create a Rice Krispie visual display of the brain and it was fun getting the opportunity to make a hands-on project.”