Understanding Savant Syndrome and Brain Plasticity
Interactive Video
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Ethan Morris
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Special Education, Philosophy, Education
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9th - 12th Grade
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Hard
02:44
10 questions
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1.
Multiple Choice
What is a common perception about savants?
They are not different from others.
They have no special abilities.
They acquire skills through hard work.
They are born with innate gifts.
2.
Multiple Choice
What is the term used to describe the brain's ability to change?
Stability
Flexibility
Rigidity
Plasticity
3.
Multiple Choice
What is the relationship between brain wiring and skill acquisition in savants?
Wiring prevents skill acquisition.
Wiring allows for skill development.
Wiring is the only factor.
Wiring is irrelevant.
4.
Multiple Choice
How do savants develop their skills according to the video?
They are born with them.
They develop them through a process.
They learn them from others.
They acquire them through technology.
5.
Multiple Choice
What is the main idea about giftedness presented in the video?
It is irrelevant to success.
It is developed through interaction.
It is a fixed quantity.
It is entirely innate.
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