PHIL 23Philosophy of Cognitive Science
Explores the philosophical issues that arise in cognitive science, particularly issues concerning the nature of minds. Students consider the idea that the mind is a digital computer, then analyze alternatives, such as connectionism and dynamics.
- From the Instructor: Is your mind a computer? And, if so, what kind of computer? What aspects of intelligence can computers reproduce, if any? If your mind is not a computer, then what else could it possibly be? This class explores these questions while reflecting on what’s central to our personal identity and agency.
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When it runs
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | TBA | Online | N. Orlandi | Open 47/201 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 5:20pm–6:55pm | Oakes Acad 105 | N. Orlandi | Open 92/175 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nico Orlandi | 4.4 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 86% | 39 |
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