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Introduction to Cognitive Science (110-0-20)

Instructors

Matthew A Goldrick
847/491-8053
2016 Sheridan Road, Rm 105
Office Hours: by appt

Meeting Info

Frances Searle Building 2107: Tues, Thurs 11:00AM - 12:20PM

Overview of class

Become familiar with and invested in cognitive science research, focusing on big themes in the study of the mind and mental representation, exemplified by interdisciplinary work conducted at Northwestern University.

Learning Objectives

- Recognize cognitive science history, topics, orientations, methodologies, and findings.
- Become familiar with the interdisciplinary investigations taking place and claims being offered across the fields that comprise cognitive science.
- Recognize the range of cognitive science research taking place at Northwestern University.
- Inform and support student's particular interests in cognitive science and cognitive science research.

Teaching Method

Lectures, Discussions, Guest Speakers, Presentations, and Readings.

Evaluation Method

Final exam (20% of final grade), Class Participation, Homework, Presentations, and Writing assignments.

Class Materials (Required)

None

Class Attributes

Social & Behavioral Sciences Distro Area