Heidelberg University (Ohio)

About: Heidelberg University (Ohio) is a education organization based out in Tiffin, Ohio, United States. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Eutrophication & Tributary. The organization has 101 authors who have published 184 publications receiving 8272 citations. The organization is also known as: Heidelberg College & Heidelburg College.

Effects of undernutrition by rearing in large litters on acquisition and memory of active-avoidance learning in mice

Abstract: To determine the effects of early undernutrition on learning and long-term memory, Swiss mice were cross-fostered randomly at birth to produce litter sizes of 6 and 16, thereby providing “normally nourished” and “undernourished” conditions. At 28 days of age, the pups were housed in groups of 3 and 4, with ad-lib access to food and water until testing began at 60 days of age. Each mouse received 50 active-avoidance training trials daily for 14 consecutive days. Retention testing began 14 days after the end of original training and consisted of 50 trials daily for 5 days. Overall, mice reared in large litters suffered deficits in learning but not in long-term memory.

The Twice-Exceptional Young Learner

Abstract: Twice-exceptional students are classified as being identified gifted and/or talented in one or more areas, along with being diagnosed with a developmental, social, emotional, physical, sensory, and/or learning disability. Research into neuroscience and brain-based learning supports the various accommodations, adaptations, and interventions needed for these misunderstood students. Their learning is often fuelled by inconsistencies and unpredictable learning environments. Teachers and parents alike do not comprehend this unconventional learner. This chapter will delve into the various strategies and approaches that classroom teachers need to implement as they differentiate their teaching to meet the needs of this unique group of young learners in the early childhood classroom.