Topics in Communication Sciences and Disorders (469-0-3)
Topic
Artificial Intelligence in Autism Research
Instructors
Molly C Losh
Chung Yin Joseph Lau
Meeting Info
Frances Searle Building 2370: Mon 11:00AM - 12:30PM
Overview of class
Current scientific and professional issues in communication sciences and disorders. Topics vary by offering.
Registration Requirements
Instructor approval required.
Learning Objectives
1. Understand core concepts of AI as they pertain to speech, language, and clinical sciences. 2. Critically evaluate historical and state-of-the-art applications of AI in autism research and clinical settings. 3. Consider how aspects of AI technologies may benefit students' own research.
Evaluation Method
Grades will be based on performance on in-class presentations and a final written assignment.
Class Materials (Required)
Readings will be linked to the class website.
Class Notes
This seminar course will discuss the core concepts of artificial intelligence (AI), and the history and state-of-the-art applications of AI in autism research and clinical settings. Focusing on core aspects of AI pertaining to speech and language, such as natural language processing and machine learning, as well as other related speech and language technologies, we will discuss how the AI technologies can be utilized to address current issues in autism research. Challenges in applying AI for clinical evaluation and intervention will also be discussed. Students will be encouraged to explore how latest AI technologies can be potentially incorporated into their own research programs in autism, or other related communication disorders, broadly defined.