Subject: COGS
Term: Spring 2014
COGS 102: Introduction to Cognitive Neuroscience (100/1846)
TR 02:45-04:00 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Jack, A
A survey of the fundamental methods, findings, and theories that attempt to understand the human mind from a neuroscientific standpoint. The course provides the student with background knowledge of brain processes underlying such psychological phenomena as consciousness, sensation, perception, thought, language, and voluntary action. Since many fields of neuroscience have contributed to cognitive neuroscience, the approach of this course is cross-disciplinary. It introduces theories and data from clinical and experimental neuropsychology, brain imaging, neuroelectric and neuromagnetic brain activity, the neuroscience of language, and behavioral neuroscience, among other fields.
COGS 202: Human Cognition Viewed from a Cultural Perspective (100/1169)
TR 10:00-11:15 AM Jan 13-Apr 28
Popova, Y
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COGS 301: Cognition and Media (100/9201)
MW 12:30-01:45 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Turner, M
Special Topics in Cognitive Science. Topics vary. Permission of department is required.
Offered as COGS 301 and COGS 401.
COGS 307: Cog Linguistics Theory II (100/9199)
M 05:30-08:00 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Turner, M
This is the second course in a two-course sequence presenting theory and practice of cognitive linguistics. Offered as COGS 307 and COGS 407.
COGS 310: Cognitive Science of Religion (100/9924)
W 04:00-06:30 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Deal, W
This course introduces theories and methods in the cognitive science of religion. Particular emphasis is placed on applying cognitive scientific concepts and theories to such religious issues as belief in deities, religious ritual, and morality. We examine such topics as the relationship of religious studies to evolution and cognition, cognitive theories or religious ritual, anthropomorphism and religious representation, religion as an evolutionary adaptation, and cognitive semantics and religious language. Course work includes student-led discussions, a research-intensive journal-length essay on a topic chosen in consultation with the Instructor, and presentation of research findings to the class. Course readings are taken from the humanities, the social sciences, and natural sciences.
Offered as: COGS 310, COGS 410, RLGN 310, RLGN 410.
COGS 313: Autism and Discourse (100/9170)
W 05:30-08:00 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Oakley, T
This course covers special topics in the field of cognitive linguistics. Topics will vary from semester to semester.
Offered as COGS 313 and COGS 413.
COGS 317: Cognitive Diversity (100/9167)
TR 02:45-04:00 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Parrill, F
This course surveys research from cognitive science (psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, etc.) on the ways that different people think differently. We will consider dimensions such as sex, gender, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, bodily differences, cultural differences, and effects of speaking different languages. Students will choose the last two topics at the end of the semester (Different religions? Different ages? Whatever interests the class!).
Offered as COGS 317 and COGS 417.
COGS 322: Human Learning and the Brain (100/9068)
MW 12:30-01:45 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Kuemerle, B
This course focuses on the question, "How does the human brain learn?" Through assigned readings, extensive class discussions, and a major paper, each student will explore personal perspectives on learning. Specific topics include, but are not limited to: the brain's cycle of learning; neocortex structure and function; emotion and limbic brain; synapse dynamics and changes in learning; images in cognition; symbolic brain (language, mathematics, music); memory formation; and creative thought and brain mechanisms. The major paper will be added to each student's SAGES writing portfolio. In addition, near the end of the semester, each student will make an oral presentation on a chosen topic.
Offered as BIOL 302 and COGS 322.
COGS 327: Gesture in Cognition and Communication (100/2376)
TR 01:15-02:30 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Parrill, F
Most people never notice that when they are talking, they're also gesturing. Why do we produce these gestures? What can studying them tell us about the human mind? This course surveys scientific research on gesture, exploring topics such as the role of gesture in communication, cross-cultural differences in gesture, and the relationship between gesture and signed languages. The course will focus on gestures produced with speech, but will cover symbolic and ritualized gesture in the visual arts and in dance.
Offered as COGS 327, COGS 427 and MLIT 327.
COGS 365: Advanced Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience (1/3262)
TR 04:30-05:45 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Jack, A
This course focuses on specific areas of research in cognitive neuroscience in some depth. The first half of the semester covers basics and fundamental research areas (e.g., perception, attention) and examines the (sometimes controversial) theoretical issue of what cognitive neuroscience techniques tell us about the mind. The second half of the semester is dedicated to examining selected research topics of interest to students. Students research and write 'grant proposals' for cognitive neuroscience experiments. The class culminates with students and invited faculty simulating a funding panel, and deciding which grants to 'fund' from a limited budget.
COGS 391: Introduction to Text Semiotics (100/2206)
MW 02:00-03:15 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Berindeanu, F
This introduction to Text Semiotics has a counterpart in the Introduction to General Semiotics (COGS 390).
COGS 397: SAGES Capstone in Cognitive Science (100/1170)
Tobin, V
Consult with Todd Oakley, chair of the department.
COGS 397: SAGES Capstone in Cognitive Science (200/2096)
Jack, A
Supervised original research on a topic in cognitive science, culminating in a public presentation. The research may be in the form of an independent research project, a literature review, or some other form approved by the department.
COGS 397: SAGES Capstone in Cognitive Science (300/2195)
Popova, Y
Supervised original research on a topic in cognitive science, culminating in a public presentation. The research may be in the form of an independent research project, a literature review, or some other form approved by the department.
COGS 397: SAGES Capstone in Cognitive Science (400/2201)
Parrill, F
Supervised original research on a topic in cognitive science, culminating in a public presentation. The research may be in the form of an independent research project, a literature review, or some other form approved by the department.
COGS 397: SAGES Capstone in Cognitive Science (500/2425)
Turner, M
Supervised original research on a topic in cognitive science, culminating in a public presentation. The research may be in the form of an independent research project, a literature review, or some other form approved by the department.
COGS 397: SAGES Capstone in Cognitive Science (600/9137)
Oakley, T
Supervised original research on a topic in cognitive science, culminating in a public presentation. The research may be in the form of an independent research project, a literature review, or some other form approved by the department.
COGS 399: Independent Studies in Cognitive Science (100/1171)
Tobin, V
This course is for students with special interests and commitments that are not fully addressed in regular courses, and who wish to work independently.
COGS 399: Independent Studies in Cognitive Science (200/2097)
Jack, A
This course is for students with special interests and commitments that are not fully addressed in regular courses, and who wish to work independently.
COGS 399: Independent Studies in Cognitive Science (300/2098)
Popova, Y
This course is for students with special interests and commitments that are not fully addressed in regular courses, and who wish to work independently.
COGS 399: Independent Studies in Cognitive Science (400/2775)
Parrill, F
This course is for students with special interests and commitments that are not fully addressed in regular courses, and who wish to work independently.
COGS 399: Independent Studies in Cognitive Science (500/2776)
Turner, M
This course is for students with special interests and commitments that are not fully addressed in regular courses, and who wish to work independently.
COGS 399: Independent Studies in Cognitive Science (600/3554)
Oakley, T
This course is for students with special interests and commitments that are not fully addressed in regular courses, and who wish to work independently.
COGS 401: Cognition and Media (100/9565)
MW 12:30-01:45 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Turner, M
Special Topics in Cognitive Science. Topics vary. Permission of department is required.
Offered as COGS 301 and COGS 401.
COGS 407: Cog Linguistics Theory II (100/1848)
M 05:30-08:00 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Turner, M
Consent of Instructor.
COGS 409: Workshop in Cognitive Linguistics II (100/1849)
T 01:15-03:45 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Popova, Y
The second course in a two-course sequence (408 & 409) designed to provide experience in research methods in cognitive linguistics at the MA level. A workshop in which students read examples of cognitive linguistics research, develop their own topics (theoretical or empirical), and work on them to produce a final paper.
COGS 410: Cognitive Science of Religion (100/9925)
W 04:00-06:30 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Deal, W
This course introduces theories and methods in the cognitive science of religion. Particular emphasis is placed on applying cognitive scientific concepts and theories to such religious issues as belief in deities, religious ritual, and morality. We examine such topics as the relationship of religious studies to evolution and cognition, cognitive theories or religious ritual, anthropomorphism and religious representation, religion as an evolutionary adaptation, and cognitive semantics and religious language. Course work includes student-led discussions, a research-intensive journal-length essay on a topic chosen in consultation with the Instructor, and presentation of research findings to the class. Course readings are taken from the humanities, the social sciences, and natural sciences.
Offered as: COGS 310, COGS 410, RLGN 310, RLGN 410.
COGS 413: Autism and Discourse (100/9171)
W 05:30-08:00 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Oakley, T
This course covers special topics in the field of cognitive linguistics. Topics will vary from semester to semester.
Offered as COGS 313 and COGS 413.
COGS 417: Cognitive Diversity (100/9168)
TR 02:45-04:00 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Parrill, F
This course surveys research from cognitive science (psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, etc.) on the ways that different people think differently. We will consider dimensions such as sex, gender, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, bodily differences, cultural differences, and effects of speaking different languages. Students will choose the last two topics at the end of the semester (Different religions? Different ages? Whatever interests the class!).
Offered as COGS 317 and COGS 417.
COGS 427: Gesture in Cognition and Communication (100/2377)
TR 01:15-02:30 PM Jan 13-Apr 28
Parrill, F
Most people never notice that when they are talking, they're also gesturing. Why do we produce these gestures? What can studying them tell us about the human mind? This course surveys scientific research on gesture, exploring topics such as the role of gesture in communication, cross-cultural differences in gesture, and the relationship between gesture and signed languages. The course will focus on gestures produced with speech, but will cover symbolic and ritualized gesture in the visual arts and in dance.
Offered as COGS 327, COGS 427 and MLIT 327.
COGS 499: Independent Studies (100/2197)
Tobin, V
This course is a face-to-face seminar between students and instructor, aiming at letting and helping the students independently develop original research on well-defined topics in the field of cognitive linguistics. Themes can vary within the wide area of cognition and culture.
COGS 499: Independent Studies (200/2198)
Jack, A
This course is a face-to-face seminar between students and instructor, aiming at letting and helping the students independently develop original research on well-defined topics in the field of cognitive linguistics. Themes can vary within the wide area of cognition and culture.
COGS 499: Independent Studies (300/2199)
Popova, Y
This course is a face-to-face seminar between students and instructor, aiming at letting and helping the students independently develop original research on well-defined topics in the field of cognitive linguistics. Themes can vary within the wide area of cognition and culture.
COGS 499: Independent Studies (400/2200)
Turner, M
This course is a face-to-face seminar between students and instructor, aiming at letting and helping the students independently develop original research on well-defined topics in the field of cognitive linguistics. Themes can vary within the wide area of cognition and culture.
COGS 499: Independent Studies (500/2777)
Parrill, F
This course is a face-to-face seminar between students and instructor, aiming at letting and helping the students independently develop original research on well-defined topics in the field of cognitive linguistics. Themes can vary within the wide area of cognition and culture.
COGS 499: Independent Studies (600/9139)
Oakley, T
This course is a face-to-face seminar between students and instructor, aiming at letting and helping the students independently develop original research on well-defined topics in the field of cognitive linguistics. Themes can vary within the wide area of cognition and culture.
COGS 651: Thesis M.A. (100/2337)
Tobin, V
Conduct independent research and writing in Cognitive Linguistics under the guidance of a faculty adviser from Cognitive Science. The precise requirements of the course are to be determined by the faculty advisor.
COGS 651: Thesis M.A. (200/2338)
Jack, A
Conduct independent research and writing in Cognitive Linguistics under the guidance of a faculty adviser from Cognitive Science. The precise requirements of the course are to be determined by the faculty advisor.
COGS 651: Thesis M.A. (300/2426)
Popova, Y
Conduct independent research and writing in Cognitive Linguistics under the guidance of a faculty adviser from Cognitive Science. The precise requirements of the course are to be determined by the faculty advisor.
COGS 651: Thesis M.A. (400/2778)
Parrill, F
Conduct independent research and writing in Cognitive Linguistics under the guidance of a faculty adviser from Cognitive Science. The precise requirements of the course are to be determined by the faculty advisor.
COGS 651: Thesis M.A. (500/2779)
Turner, M
Conduct independent research and writing in Cognitive Linguistics under the guidance of a faculty adviser from Cognitive Science. The precise requirements of the course are to be determined by the faculty advisor.
COGS 651: Thesis M.A. (600/3540)
Oakley, T
Conduct independent research and writing in Cognitive Linguistics under the guidance of a faculty adviser from Cognitive Science. The precise requirements of the course are to be determined by the faculty advisor.