Learning

[Updated 4/13/2011]

Six courses selected from the following three areas,with no more than four of the six courses coming from any one area.

1. Computational learning. For example: Machine Learning (CS 229), Structured Probabilistic Models: Principles and Techniques (CS 228), Modern Applied Statistics: Learning (Stats 315A), Modern Applied Statistics: Data Mining (Stat 315B), Information Theory (EE 376A), Approximate Dynamic Programming (MS&E 339), Multi-Agent Systems (CS 224M), Natural Language Processing (CS 224N/Ling 280), Computation and Cognition: The Probabilistic Approach (Psych 204), The Neural Basis of Cognition: A Parallel Distributed Processing Approach (Psych 209A), Applications of Parallel Distributed Processing Models to Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience (Psych 209B), Formal and Computational Approaches in Psychology and Cognitive Science (Psych 239).
2. Human learning. For example: Topics in Cognition and Learning (Educ 218), Learning in Formal and Informal Environments (Educ 366X), Cognitive Development (Psych 141), Language Acquisition I (Linguist 140/240), Language Acquisition II: Lexicon and Syntax in Acquisition (Ling 241), Introduction to Learning and Memory (Psych 45), Introduction to Cognitive Neuroscience (Psych 50) [if not taken for the core], Cognitive Neuroscience (Psych 202), Computation and Cognition: The Probabilistic Approach (Psych 204), The Neural Basis of Cognition: A Parallel Distributed Processing Approach (Psych 209A), Applications of Parallel Distributed Processing Models to Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience (Psych 209B), Formal and Computational Approaches in Psychology and Cognitive Science (Psych 239).
3. Learning environment design. For example: Collaborative Design and Research of Technology-Integrated Curriculum (Educ 124), Understanding Learning Environments (Educ 333A), Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction Design (CS 147), Child Development and New Technologies (Educ 342), Online Learning Communities (Educ 298/CS 377L), Designing Learning Spaces (Educ 303X), Web-Based Technologies in Teaching and Learning (Educ 391X).