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Portugese Elements II - AS.210.172

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 30 - August 1 Online
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This course expands students’ knowledge of the basic language skills: reading, writing, listening, speaking. It uses a multifaceted approach to immerse students in the cultures of Brazil, Portugal, and Portuguese-speaking Africa. The focus of the course is on oral communication with extensive training in grammar. The course is conducted entirely in Portuguese. Upon the successful completion of this course with a grade of C or higher, students may enroll in 210.271 Portuguese Intermediate I. May not be taken on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis.

Prerequisite: AS.210.171 (Portuguese Elements I) or placement exam.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
Humanities
Department
Modern Languages and Literatures
Instructor
De Zeredo Cerqueira, Flavia

Positive Psychology - AS.200.222

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 30 - August 1 Online
3 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

The course will review the growing field of positive psychology and will review the research on positive human attributes such as optimism, happiness, hope, resiliency, self-esteem, altruism, empathy, and forgiveness. This course will explore the research on how such positive attributes are developed and how they relate to psychological and physical well-being.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
Psychology and Brain Sciences
Department
Psychological & Brain Sciences
Instructor
Selterman, Dylan

Precalculus - AS.110.105

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 2 - July 25 Online
4 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This course provides students with the background necessary for the study of calculus. It begins with a review of the coordinate plane, linear equations, and inequalities, and moves purposefully into the study of functions. Students will explore the nature of graphs and deepen their understanding of polynomial, rational, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and will be introduced to complex numbers, parametric equations, and the difference quotient.

A flexible weekly schedule accommodates all student schedules and time zones, and courses include pre-recorded lectures, notes, and interactives to help students learn the material. Assessments include computer-scored items for immediate feedback as well as instructor-graded assignments for personalized learning. Students have access to instructors through email or individual reviews, and weekly instructor-led synchronous problem-solving sessions are recorded for viewing at any time. Students should expect to work a minimum of 5-10 hours per week.

Duration
8 weeks
Area of Study
STEM
Department
Mathematics
Instructor
Gaines, Alexa

Precalculus - AS.110.105

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 30 - August 1 Homewood Campus
4 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This course provides students with the background necessary for the study of calculus. It begins with a review of the coordinate plane, linear equations, and inequalities, and moves purposefully into the study of functions. Students will explore the nature of graphs and deepen their understanding of polynomial, rational, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions, and will be introduced to complex numbers, parametric equations, and the difference quotient.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
STEM
Department
Mathematics
Class Schedule
Monday
1:00 PM-3:30 PM
Tuesday
1:00 PM-3:30 PM
Wednesday
1:00 PM-3:30 PM
Thursday
1:00 PM-3:30 PM

Probability - EN.553.420

Undergraduate students May 27 - June 27 Homewood Campus
4 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

Probability and its applications, at the calculus level. Emphasis on techniques of application and on rigorous mathematical demonstration. Probability, combinatorial probability, random variables, distribution functions, important probability distributions, independence, conditional probability, moments, covariance and correlation, limit theorems. Students initiating graduate work in probability or statistics should enroll in EN.553.620 or EN.553.720. Prerequisites: one year of calculus. Corequisites: multivariable calculus and linear algebra.

Students who have received credit for AS.110.106 and/or AS.110.107 taken prior to Fall 2020 should contact the course instructor to determine whether they can receive permission to register for this course.

Prerequisites: AS.110.107 (Calculus II For Biological and Social Science) or AS.110.109 (Calculus II For Physical Sciences & Engineering) or AS.110.113 (Honors Single Variable Calculus). AS.110.201 (Linear Algebra) or AS.110.202 (Calculus III) or AS.110.211 (Honors Multivariable Calculus) or AS.110.212 (Honors Linear Algebra) must also be taken prior to EN.553.310 or concurrently.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
STEM
Department
EN Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Instructor
Jones, Taylor
Class Schedule
Monday
1:00 PM-3:45 PM
Tuesday
1:00 PM-3:45 PM
Wednesday
1:00 PM-3:45 PM
Thursday
1:00 PM-3:45 PM

Probability and Statistics for the Life Sciences - EN.553.211

Undergraduate students May 27 - June 27 Homewood Campus
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This is an introduction to statistics aimed at students in the life sciences. The course will provide the necessary background in probability with treatment of independence, Bayes theorem, discrete and continuous random variables and their distributions. The statistical topics covered will include sampling and sampling distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing for means, comparison of populations, analysis of variance, linear regression and correlation. Analysis of data will be done using Excel.

Prerequisite: AS.110.106 (Calculus I For Biology and Social Sciences) or AS.110.108 (Calculus I For Physical Sciences and Engineering) or AS.110.113 (Single Multivariable Calculus).

Statistics Sequence restriction: Students who have completed any of these courses may not register: EN.550.230 (Introduction to Biostatistics) OR AS.280.345 (Public Health Biostatistics) OR AS.200.314 (Advanced Statistical Methods) OR EN.550.310 (Probability & Statistics) OR EN.550.311 (Probability and Statistics for the Biological Sciences and Engineering) OR EN.550.420 (Introduction to Probability) OR EN.550.430 (Introduction to Statistics) OR EN.560.348 (Probability & Statistics in Civil Engineering).

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
STEM
Department
EN Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Instructor
Fishkind, Donniell
Class Schedule
Monday
10:00 AM-12:45 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM-12:45 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM-12:45 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM-12:45 PM

Professional Writing and Communication (W) - EN.661.110

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students May 19 - June 27 Online
3 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This course teaches students to communicate effectively with a wide variety of specialized and non-specialized audiences. To do this, students will write proposals in response to JHU-, Baltimore-, or Maryland-based initiatives that focus on a specific area of interest. Potential topics include initiatives to improve urban sustainability, resiliency, health disparities, social justice, mental health/well-being, government/municipal services, and other relevant areas. The class emphasizes writing clearly and persuasively, leveraging evidence effectively, working with key stakeholders, creating appropriate visuals and infographics, developing oral presentation skills, working in collaborative groups, giving and receiving feedback, and simulating the real-world environment in which most communication occurs. Projects include resumes, cover letters, memos, proposals, technical reports, and slides. This course is open to students in any discipline or major.

A writing-intensive course (W) engages students in multiple writing projects, ranging from traditional papers to a wide variety of other forms, distributed throughout the term. Assignments include a mix of high and low stakes writing, meaning that students have the chance to write in informal, low-pressure--even ungraded--contexts, as well as producing larger, more formal writing assignments. Students engage in writing in the classroom through variety of means, including class discussions, workshop, faculty/TA lectures, and class materials (for instance, strong and weak examples of the assigned genre). Expectations are clearly conveyed through assignment descriptions, including the genre and audience of the assigned writing, and evaluative criteria. Students receive feedback on their writing, in written and/or verbal form, from faculty, TAs, and/or peers. Students have at least one opportunity to revise.

Duration
6 weeks
Areas of Study
Social Sciences, Humanities
Department
EN Center for Leadership Education
Instructor
Choy, Marina
Class Schedule
Monday
10:00 AM-12:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM-12:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM-12:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM-12:30 PM

Psychological Profiling - AS.200.205

Pre-College students June 23 - July 4 Online
1 Credit Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

Focus on the strengths and limitations of psychological methods employed by forensic professionals who assist police in criminal investigations. Study clinical cases of serial offenders, spree killers, disgruntled employees, and terrorists. You will also explore legal and ethical issues, including racial profiling, profiling versus pathway-to-violence methodology, and other controversies.

This online program is primarily delivered asynchronously, but students are expected to meet both daily and weekly deadlines for class assignments. Your instructor will also provide optional opportunities for synchronous sessions, such as office hours, group discussions, and supplemental lectures. Attendance for synchronous sessions is voluntary and based on students’ availability.

Prerequisite: There are no prerequisites for this program.

Required Text: There are no required textbooks for this program; all readings and video resources will be made available to you throughout the program.

Duration
2 weeks
Area of Study
Psychology and Brain Sciences
Department
Psychological & Brain Sciences
Class Schedule
Monday
Self-paced
Tuesday
Self-paced
Wednesday
Self-paced
Thursday
Self-paced
Friday
Self-paced

Psychological Profiling - AS.200.205

Pre-College students July 21 - August 1 Online
1 Credit Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

Focus on the strengths and limitations of psychological methods employed by forensic professionals who assist police in criminal investigations. Study clinical cases of serial offenders, spree killers, disgruntled employees, and terrorists. You will also explore legal and ethical issues, including racial profiling, profiling versus pathway-to-violence methodology, and other controversies.

This online program is primarily delivered asynchronously, but students are expected to meet both daily and weekly deadlines for class assignments. Your instructor will also provide optional opportunities for synchronous sessions, such as office hours, group discussions, and supplemental lectures. Attendance for synchronous sessions is voluntary and based on students’ availability.

Prerequisite: There are no prerequisites for this program.

Required Text: There are no required textbooks for this program; all readings and video resources will be made available to you throughout the program.

Duration
2 weeks
Area of Study
Psychology and Brain Sciences
Department
Psychological & Brain Sciences
Class Schedule
Monday
Self-paced
Tuesday
Self-paced
Wednesday
Self-paced
Thursday
Self-paced
Friday
Self-paced

Psychological Profiling - AS.200.205

Pre-College students July 7 - July 18 Online
1 Credit Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

Focus on the strengths and limitations of psychological methods employed by forensic professionals who assist police in criminal investigations. Study clinical cases of serial offenders, spree killers, disgruntled employees, and terrorists. You will also explore legal and ethical issues, including racial profiling, profiling versus pathway-to-violence methodology, and other controversies.

This online program is primarily delivered asynchronously, but students are expected to meet both daily and weekly deadlines for class assignments. Your instructor will also provide optional opportunities for synchronous sessions, such as office hours, group discussions, and supplemental lectures. Attendance for synchronous sessions is voluntary and based on students’ availability.

Prerequisite: There are no prerequisites for this program.

Required Text: There are no required textbooks for this program; all readings and video resources will be made available to you throughout the program.

Duration
2 weeks
Area of Study
Psychology and Brain Sciences
Department
Psychological & Brain Sciences
Class Schedule
Monday
Self-paced
Tuesday
Self-paced
Wednesday
Self-paced
Thursday
Self-paced
Friday
Self-paced

Psychology and Social Media - AS.200.323

Undergraduate students June 30 - August 1 Online
3 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This course explores modern-day social media use (e.g., Facebook, Match.com) through multiple theoretical lenses within psychology. Through weekly student-led discussions and readings, it will accomplish 3 aims: 1) applying psychology of identity, motivation, and communication to social media (e.g., self-presentation, intergroup dynamics), 2) investigating clinical/health implications of social media use (e.g., addiction, loneliness), and 3) exploring social media as data-gathering environments (e.g., user experience research from already committed guest-speakers who work in social media industries).

Recommended Course Background: at least 1 course in introductory psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology and/or clinical psychology.

This online course is primarily delivered asynchronously; however, your instructor may schedule live interactions as well. Please refer to your syllabus for these opportunities and for important course deadlines.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
Psychology and Brain Sciences
Department
Psychological & Brain Sciences
Instructor
Bowen, Jeffrey

Psychopathology and Its Development - AS.200.199

Pre-College students July 21 - August 1 Online
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Examine an overview of abnormal psychology (i.e., psychopathology), including its development, etiological/theoretical perspectives, diagnosis, and treatment. Broadly cover the DSM categories, with a focus on understanding the major features of the common disorders and the evidence-based treatment of these conditions.

This online program is primarily delivered asynchronously, but students are expected to meet both daily and weekly deadlines for class assignments. Your instructor will also provide optional opportunities for synchronous sessions, such as office hours, group discussions, and supplemental lectures. Attendance for synchronous sessions is voluntary and based on students’ availability.

Prerequisite: There are no prerequisites for this program.

Required Text: There are no required textbooks for this program; all readings and video resources will be made available to you throughout the program.

Duration
2 weeks
Area of Study
Psychology and Brain Sciences
Department
Psychological & Brain Sciences
Class Schedule
Monday
Self-paced
Tuesday
Self-paced
Wednesday
Self-paced
Thursday
Self-paced
Friday
Self-paced

Real Analysis I - AS.110.405

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 2 - July 25 Online
4 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This course is designed to give a firm grounding in the basic tools of analysis. It is recommended as preparation (but may not be a prerequisite) for other advanced analysis courses and may be taken as an Introduction to Proofs (IP) course. Topics include the formal properties of real and complex number systems, topology of metric spaces, limits, continuity, infinite sequences and series, differentiation, Riemann-Stieltjes integration. 

Prerequisite: Grade of C- or better in AS.110.201 (Linear Algebra) or AS.110.212 (Honors Linear Algebra), AND 110.202 (Calculus III) or 110.211 (Honors Multivariable Calculus).

A flexible weekly schedule accommodates all student schedules and time zones, and courses include pre-recorded lectures, notes, and interactives to help students learn the material. Assessments include computer-scored items for immediate feedback as well as instructor-graded assignments for personalized learning. Students have access to instructors through email or individual reviews, and weekly instructor-led synchronous problem-solving sessions are recorded for viewing at any time. Students should expect to work a minimum of 5-10 hours per week.

Duration
8 weeks
Area of Study
STEM
Department
Mathematics

Real Analysis II - AS.110.406

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 2 - July 25 Online
4 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This course continues AS.110.405 (Real Analysis I) with an emphasis on the fundamental notions of modern analysis. Sequences and series of functions, Fourier series, equicontinuity and the Arzela-Ascoli theorem, the Stone-Weierstrass theorem, functions of several variables, the inverse and implicit function theorems, introduction to the Lebesgue integral.

Prerequisite: AS.110.405 (Real Anaylsis I) or AS.110.415 (Honors Analysis I).

A flexible weekly schedule accommodates all student schedules and time zones, and courses include pre-recorded lectures, notes, and interactives to help students learn the material. Assessments include computer-scored items for immediate feedback as well as instructor-graded assignments for personalized learning. Students have access to instructors through email or individual reviews, and weekly instructor-led synchronous problem-solving sessions are recorded for viewing at any time. Students should expect to work a minimum of 5-10 hours per week.

Duration
8 weeks
Area of Study
STEM
Department
Mathematics

Social Inequality and the Public's Health - AS.280.140

Pre-College students June 23 - July 2 Homewood Campus
1 Credit Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

In epidemiology, public health scientists use quantitative and analytic tools examine to the distribution of disease across the population and to identify the various factors that shape these patterns. This course will explore how epidemiologic tools can be used to interrogate the social and structural factors that create health disparities in society. Students will learn about key social determinants of health (including class, race, and gender), the various pathways by which social experiences “get under the skin” to impact physiologic disease states, and how epidemiologists investigate these processes through population-based research. Students will leave the course with an understanding of the ways public health professionals and community members alike can use this public health research to develop policies and programs that protect the health of vulnerable groups and reduce inequality.

Duration
2 weeks
Areas of Study
Foundations of Medicine and Health, STEM
Department
Public Health Studies
Class Schedule
Monday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM

Social Inequality and the Public's Health - AS.280.140

Pre-College students July 7 - July 17 Homewood Campus
1 Credit Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

In epidemiology, public health scientists use quantitative and analytic tools examine to the distribution of disease across the population and to identify the various factors that shape these patterns. This course will explore how epidemiologic tools can be used to interrogate the social and structural factors that create health disparities in society. Students will learn about key social determinants of health (including class, race, and gender), the various pathways by which social experiences “get under the skin” to impact physiologic disease states, and how epidemiologists investigate these processes through population-based research. Students will leave the course with an understanding of the ways public health professionals and community members alike can use this public health research to develop policies and programs that protect the health of vulnerable groups and reduce inequality.

Duration
2 weeks
Areas of Study
Foundations of Medicine and Health, STEM
Department
Public Health Studies
Class Schedule
Monday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM

Social Inequality and the Public's Health - AS.280.140

Pre-College students July 21 - July 31 Homewood Campus
1 Credit Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

In epidemiology, public health scientists use quantitative and analytic tools examine to the distribution of disease across the population and to identify the various factors that shape these patterns. This course will explore how epidemiologic tools can be used to interrogate the social and structural factors that create health disparities in society. Students will learn about key social determinants of health (including class, race, and gender), the various pathways by which social experiences “get under the skin” to impact physiologic disease states, and how epidemiologists investigate these processes through population-based research. Students will leave the course with an understanding of the ways public health professionals and community members alike can use this public health research to develop policies and programs that protect the health of vulnerable groups and reduce inequality.

Duration
2 weeks
Areas of Study
Foundations of Medicine and Health, STEM
Department
Public Health Studies
Class Schedule
Monday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM
Friday
9:30 AM-4:00 PM

Spanish Elements I - AS.210.111

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students May 27 - June 27 Online
4 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This is an introductory Spanish language course. On completion of this course, the students will have acquired the basic communication and grammatical skills necessary for speaking, writing, listening, and reading in Spanish. Students will demonstrate these skills through their performance in class by completing several online assignments and by taking part in three group presentations in addition to two comprehensive exams which focus on the following thematic topics: Greetings, University Life, Family, and Leisure. Students will also be introduced to the culture, history and geography of various Spanish and Latin American countries. The content covered in Spanish Elements 1 is the foundation for all consecutive Spanish courses. A placement exam is required to ensure the appropriate level. Students wishing to retain credits for Spanish Elements I must complete Spanish Elements II with a passing grade. Your enrollment in Spanish Elements I will not be considered for approval until you have emailed the Spanish Language Director.

This online course is primarily delivered asynchronously; however, your instructor may schedule live interactions as well. Please refer to your syllabus for these opportunities and for important course deadlines.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
Humanities
Department
Modern Languages and Literatures
Instructor
Sanchez, Loreto

Spanish Elements II - AS.210.112

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students May 27 - June 27 Online
4 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This introductory Spanish language course is a continuation of the content covered in Spanish Elements I. On completion of this course, the students will have further developed the communication and grammatical skills necessary for speaking, writing, listening, and reading in Spanish. Students will demonstrate these skills through their performance in class by completing several online assignments and by taking part in three group presentations in addition to two comprehensive exams which focus on the following thematic topics: Food, Sports, Shopping, Travel, and Health. Students will also be introduced to the culture, history, and geography of various Spanish and Latin American countries. The content covered in Spanish Elements II prepares the students for Intermediate Spanish. May not be taken Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. No new enrollments permitted after the fourth class session.

Prerequisite: AS.210.111 (Spanish Elements I) or appropriate Spanish placement exam score.

This online course is primarily delivered asynchronously; however, your instructor may schedule live interactions as well. Please refer to your syllabus for these opportunities and for important course deadlines.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
Humanities
Department
Modern Languages and Literatures
Instructor
Sanchez, Loreto

Spanish Elements II - AS.210.112

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 30 - August 1 Online
4 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This introductory Spanish language course is a continuation of the content covered in Spanish Elements I. On completion of this course, the students will have further developed the communication and grammatical skills necessary for speaking, writing, listening, and reading in Spanish. Students will demonstrate these skills through their performance in class by completing several online assignments and by taking part in three group presentations in addition to two comprehensive exams which focus on the following thematic topics: Food, Sports, Shopping, Travel, and Health. Students will also be introduced to the culture, history, and geography of various Spanish and Latin American countries. The content covered in Spanish Elements II prepares the students for Intermediate Spanish. May not be taken Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. No new enrollments permitted after the fourth class session.

Prerequisite: AS.210.111 (Spanish Elements I) or appropriate Spanish placement exam score.

This online course is primarily delivered asynchronously; however, your instructor may schedule live interactions as well. Please refer to your syllabus for these opportunities and for important course deadlines.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
Humanities
Department
Modern Languages and Literatures
Instructor
Sanchez, Loreto

Stars and the Universe: Cosmic Evolution - AS.171.118

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 30 - August 1 Homewood Campus
3 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This course looks at the evolution of the universe from its origin in a cosmic explosion to emergence of life on Earth and possibly other planets throughout the universe. Topics include big-bang cosmology; origin and evolution of galaxies, stars, planets, life, and intelligence; black holes; quasars; and relativity theory. The material is largely descriptive, based on insights from physics, astronomy, geology, chemistry, biology, and anthropology.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
STEM
Department
Physics & Astronomy
Instructor
Zheng, Wei
Class Schedule
Monday
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM-12:00 PM

The Mathematics of Politics, Democracy, and Social Choice (W) - AS.110.303

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 2 - July 25 Online
4 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This course is designed for students of all backgrounds to provide a mathematical introduction to social choice theory, weighted voting systems, apportionment methods, and gerrymandering. In the search for ideal ways to make certain kinds of political decisions, a lot of wasted effort could be averted if mathematics could determine that finding such an ideal were actually possible in the first place. The course will analyze data from recent US elections as well as provide historical context to modern discussions in politics, culminating in a mathematical analysis of the US Electoral College. Case studies, future implications, and comparisons to other governing bodies outside the US are used to apply the theory of the course. Students will use Microsoft Excel to analyze data sets. There are no mathematical prerequisites for this course.

A flexible weekly schedule accommodates all student schedules and time zones, and courses include pre-recorded lectures, notes, and interactives to help students learn the material. Assessments include computer-scored items for immediate feedback as well as instructor-graded assignments for personalized learning. Students have access to instructors through email or individual reviews, and weekly instructor-led synchronous problem-solving sessions are recorded for viewing at any time. Students should expect to work a minimum of 5-10 hours per week.

A writing-intensive course (W) engages students in multiple writing projects, ranging from traditional papers to a wide variety of other forms, distributed throughout the term. Assignments include a mix of high and low stakes writing, meaning that students have the chance to write in informal, low-pressure--even ungraded--contexts, as well as producing larger, more formal writing assignments. Students engage in writing in the classroom through variety of means, including class discussions, workshop, faculty/TA lectures, and class materials (for instance, strong and weak examples of the assigned genre). Expectations are clearly conveyed through assignment descriptions, including the genre and audience of the assigned writing, and evaluative criteria. Students receive feedback on their writing, in written and/or verbal form, from faculty, TAs, and/or peers. Students have at least one opportunity to revise.

Duration
8 weeks
Areas of Study
STEM, Social Sciences
Department
Mathematics
Instructor
Ratigan, Christopher

The Mind and Brain: Introduction to Cognition, Attention, and Memory - AS.200.215

Pre-College students & Undergraduate students June 30 - August 1 Online
3 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

Why do we "not see" things right in front of us? What makes some memories crystal clear and others "hazy"? Why does hurting a fake hand cause you physical pain? How can we recognize thousands of human faces? In this course we will learn about the cognitive processes—such as attention, memory and perception—that help us answer these kinds of questions. Through a combination of psychology and biology research, students will explore how the mind and brain give rise to how we interact with and experience the world. This course is designed for students who are interested in an introduction to psychology, biology, and neuroscience.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
Psychology and Brain Sciences
Department
Psychological & Brain Sciences
Instructor
Khodayari, Natalia

The Politics and Society of E. Asia - AS.190.224

Undergraduate students May 27 - June 27 Online
3 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

This introductory course seeks to examine the politics of China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan as part of a distinct region. We will seek to understand how individual polities responded to regional developments and trends, such as the tide of colonialism, socialism, regional economic developments, and democracy. The course will introduce students to the most pressing questions concerning the rise of China, the future of the innovation economy, and intra-regional tensions.

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
Social Sciences
Department
Political Science
Instructor
Yasuda, John
Class Schedule
Monday
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Friday
10:30 AM-12:00 PM

The Psychology of Evil - AS.200.213

Undergraduate students May 27 - June 27 Online
3 Credits Status: Open Save this Course View Saved Courses

Why is there evil in the world? Are some born evil, or do social, environmental, and cultural forces create evil? What makes otherwise good people do evil things? The scientific study of evil epitomizes the fundamental challenge that psychology faces in dissecting the role of biology (nature) and the social context (nurture). Credit earned through this course counts toward the 120-credit degree requirement but does not count towards the Psychology major/minor. Students must be aged 18 or older to enroll, due to the sensitive nature of the material in this course (e.g., research on violence).

Duration
5 weeks
Area of Study
Psychology and Brain Sciences
Department
Psychological & Brain Sciences
Instructor
Roberts, Scott

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