Learning, Representation & Reasoning (211-0-20)
Instructors
Dedre Gentner
Meeting Info
Technological Institute L211: Tues, Thurs 12:30PM - 1:50PM
Overview of class
Cognitive Science is the interdisciplinary study of the mind. This course focuses on learning, knowledge representation, and reasoning. Our goal is to survey research in these areas, and whenever possible, to let you experience the key issues and phenomena for yourselves. To this end, there are many in-class exercises.
Registration Requirements
Prerequisites: None
Learning Objectives
(1) Understand cognitive science theories and how they relate to individuals and culture; (2) Understand cognitive science research methods and how they can be used to explain human thinking and behavior; (3) Be able to critique theories about human learning and thinking, and to evaluate the evidence for and against their claims.
Teaching Method
Lecture, demonstrations and discussion. In most lectures, you'll be asked to turn in an in-class assignment, so please bring paper and pen/pencil. Class participation is encouraged. Questions are welcome.
Evaluation Method
Grades will be based on weekly homework assignments, in-class assignments, quizzes, and two exams . All exams and quizzes are closed-book.
Exam 1 = 30%
Exam 2 = 30%
Homeworks, quizzes, and in-class assignments = 40%
Class Materials (Required)
Readings: On Canvas
We use a range of research articles from different areas in Cognitive Science, rather than a text.
Class Attributes
Social and Behavioral Science Foundational Discipl
Social & Behavioral Sciences Distro Area
Attendance at 1st class mandatory
Prerequisites apply, see description