INTEGRATION OF COGNITIVE SCIENCES AND MODERN PEDAGOGY: TEACHING PRACTICES IN PHYSIOLOGY

Аннотация

This article explores the integration of cognitive sciences with modern pedagogical strategies in the teaching of human and animal physiology at the higher education level. As educational paradigms shift toward learner-centered and brain-compatible methodologies, cognitive science offers valuable insights into how students learn, retain, and apply complex physiological concepts. This paper reviews current approaches, presents innovative strategies grounded in cognitive neuroscience, and highlights experimental teaching practices that enhance student engagement and understanding. The study concludes by emphasizing the importance of cognitive-based pedagogy in developing critical thinking, long- term retention, and scientific literacy among physiology students. Key words: physiology, human, animal physiology, science, cognitive neuroscience, critical thinking, scientific literacy.