Can machines think? Do patterns in online searches predict the spread of the flu? Did Shakespeare really write that sonnet? Scientists use patterns in language to answer these questions, using the same concepts that underlie search engines, automatic translators, speech recognition, spell-checkers, and auto-correction tools. Focuses on the technological and linguistic ideas behind these applications and offers hands-on experience and insight into how they work. No programming experience required.
LING-UA 6 - 003
Patterns in Language
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Number
18678
Career
Units
0 units
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Description
Can machines think? Do patterns in online searches predict the spread of the flu? Did Shakespeare really write that sonnet? Scientists use patterns in language to answer these questions, using the same concepts that underlie search engines, automatic translators, speech recognition, spell-checkers, and auto-correction tools. Focuses on the technological and linguistic ideas behind these applications and offers hands-on experience and insight into how they work. No programming experience required.
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Class Details
Instructor(s)
Anna Alsop
Meets
We 11:00AM - 12:15PM
Dates
09/02/2020 - 12/13/2020
Room
Online Loc: Washington Square
Instruction Mode
Online
Campus
Washington Square
Location
Washington Square
Components
| Lecture Required, Recitation Required |
Class Availability
Status
Open