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The Human Brain - Spring 2019

Offered By: Massachusetts Institute of Technology via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the core perceptual and cognitive abilities of the human mind and their implementation in the brain through this comprehensive 20-hour course from MIT. Delve into topics such as neuroanatomy, cognitive neuroscience methods, category selectivity, navigation, development, number processing, hearing, speech, music, language, theory of mind, brain networks, and attention. Learn from instructor Nancy Kanwisher through a series of lectures, including guest lectures and interactive sessions. Gain insights into cutting-edge research techniques and controversies in the field of neuroscience. Access the complete course materials on MIT OpenCourseWare and follow along with the YouTube playlist for a deep dive into the fascinating world of the human brain.

Syllabus

1. Introduction to the Human Brain.
2. Neuroanatomy.
4. Cognitive Neuroscience Methods I.
5. Cognitive Neuroscience Methods II.
6. Introduction to the Human Brain.
7. Category Selectivity, Controversies, and MVPA.
8. Navigation I.
9. Navigation II.
10. Development, Nature & Nurture I.
11. Development, Nature & Nurture II (2018).
13. Number.
15. Hearing and Speech.
16. Music.
18. Language I.
20. Theory of Mind & Mentalizing.
21. Brain Networks.
24. Attention and Awareness.


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MIT open courseware

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