Cognitive Science

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This online learning module is a basic introduction to Cognitive Science.

This beginner-friendly, self-standing module introduces the core ideas of this yet novel and constantly expanding research field.

By the end of the course, students will have acquired the fundamental knowledge to understand cognitive research and apply the respective ideas to artificial intelligence, another fast-growing field.

Course Content

What is cognition?

Functionalism, the concept and basics

Functionalism, advanced and criticism

LoT

Intentionality, history and basics

Intentionality, and the ladder

NN, foundations

NN, advanced

Perception

Consciousness (and free will)

Computers

About Instructor

George

1 Course

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