From Fundamental to Accessory in the Development of the Nervous System and of Movements: A Dissertation (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Frederic Burk

9780267683239: From Fundamental to Accessory in the Development of the Nervous System and of Movements: A Dissertation (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267683235 ISBN 13: 9780267683239

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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From Fundamental to Accessory in the Development of the Nervous System and of Movements surveys how the nervous system and movement develop together, linking brain growth, cell formation, and the fine control of fingers to learning and skill.

It presents a view that development is a dynamic dance between biology and practice, not a fixed sequence of lessons.

Grounded in early studies of neurology and experimental psychology, the work traces how the brain’s weight and cell structure change from birth through childhood, and how these changes relate to a child’s ability to move, practice, and learn. It also explores how hand movements reflect and influence mental development, offering a bridge between biology and education without promising quick fixes.

How brain growth, cell development, and nerve connections unfold from birth onward
How daily practice shapes kinaesthetic sense and motor precision
The link between hand movement control and overall mental development
Implications for education, reading, and practical skills from infancy to school years

Ideal for readers interested in the history of neuroscience, educational psychology, and the physical basis of learning.

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