Learning, Media, and Technology

This course explores the intricacies of poker theory and the application of poker analytics in investment management and trading. Learners will delve into decision-making frameworks and strategies that can enhance their understanding of both poker and financial environments.

This course presents an innovative approach to teaching linear algebra, focusing on key concepts and their interconnections. Learners will explore foundational topics and gain insights into the structure and applications of linear algebra through engaging video content.

This course focuses on the design and implementation of secure computer systems, exploring various threat models and security techniques. Learners will engage with topics such as operating system security, network protocols, and hardware security, drawing insights from recent research papers.

This course focuses on learning several rules to improve speaking skills in important situations. Learners can master effective presentation methods for various contexts, such as interviews, thesis defenses, and oral exams.

This course explores the fundamental role of data structures in computer science, emphasizing their importance in developing efficient algorithms. Learners will study advanced topics, including dynamic graphs, memory hierarchy, and hashing, while engaging with current research directions in the field.

This course is an intensive introduction to Old English (Anglo-Saxon), focusing on its grammar and literature, particularly the epic *Beowulf*. Learners will engage with prose texts, poems, and the foundational elements of this ancient language.

This course provides a fast-paced introduction to deep learning, focusing on practical model-building for complex problems involving unstructured data. Learners will explore deep neural networks, convolutional networks, transformers, and generative models like ChatGPT and Midjourney.

This course is an introductory exploration of documentary film theory and production, focusing on documentaries about science, engineering, and related fields. Students engage in digital video production as well as social and media analysis of science documentaries.

This course delves into the visual representations of Japan's transformation into a modern state, focusing on its interactions with the world post-isolation. Learners will analyze historical images and media forms that reflect Japan's journey through significant events like the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and urban planning after WWII.

This course covers the essential techniques for modeling and solving differential equations, which are fundamental in expressing the laws of nature. Learners will explore both the theoretical and practical aspects of differential equations, focusing on their applications in science and engineering.

This course delves into the intricacies of high-level programming language implementation, focusing on compiler design and optimization techniques. Learners will engage in a hands-on project that involves building a compiler in Java® that generates MIPS executable machine code.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, and cell biology, with a specific focus on their applications in understanding human biology. Students will explore topics such as disease, developmental biology, neurobiology, and evolution, emphasizing biological functions at the molecular level.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to systems engineering, focusing on both classical and modern approaches. Learners will explore key concepts such as stakeholder analysis, requirements definition, system architecture, and design optimization, applying these principles to real-world projects.

This course introduces the dynamics and vibrations of lumped-parameter models in mechanical systems, focusing on kinematics, force-momentum formulations, and Lagrange's equations. Learners will also explore numerical methods and MATLAB® applications to solve dynamics and vibrations problems.

This capstone course focuses on integrating various disciplines of nuclear physics and engineering to tackle real-world design challenges in nuclear applications. Learners will engage in a group project to design a power plant that emphasizes emission-free electricity generation, carbon sequestration, and fossil fuel displacement.

This course introduces modeling and simulation techniques, focusing on continuum methods, atomistic and molecular simulation, and quantum mechanics. Learners will engage in hands-on training to apply these methods to significant engineering challenges.

This course delves into the critical issues of bias and fairness in machine learning, focusing on their implications for international development. Learners will explore strategies for the appropriate use of ML to promote equity and social justice.

This course introduces principles and technologies for converting heat into electricity via solid-state devices. Learners will explore thermoelectric energy conversion, thermionic energy conversion, photovoltaics, and solar thermal technologies, gaining insights into various solar heat collection systems and spectral control techniques.

This course examines the history of MIT through the lens of the broader history of science and technology, exploring its founding in 1861 and its evolution to the present day. Topics include educational philosophy, influential figures, and MIT's relationships with Boston, the federal government, and industry.

This course explores the intersection of art and social responsibility, focusing on how intentional disruptions can challenge systems of oppression. Learners will engage with critical issues such as access to resources and the global water crisis through creative practices and pedagogical strategies.

This course examines the choices and constraints regarding sources and uses of energy by households, firms, and governments through a number of frameworks to describe and explain behavior at various levels of aggregation. Examples include a wide range of countries, scope, settings, and analytical approaches.

This course introduces the Reflective Practice approach developed by Donald Schön, focusing on how professionals can effectively combine their knowledge with practical situations. Learners will explore theories of learning and innovation to enhance their cognitive resources and improve their professional practice.

This course covers the essential steps to start a new venture, whether for-profit or social. Learners will explore the journey from idea inception to launching a successful business, including customer identification, business models, financial projections, and more.

This course focuses on developing innovative information systems tailored for resource-poor settings, aiming to enhance health outcomes and strengthen organizational infrastructures. Learners will explore the intersection of public health, technology, and collaborative ecosystems to address healthcare challenges in developing countries.

This course explores the intersection of psychology and economics, focusing on behavioral economics and how human behavior diverges from traditional economic models. Learners will study recent advancements in the field and their applications across various economic sectors.

This course covers national environmental and energy policy-making, environmental ethics, and collaborative decision-making strategies. Learners will study various environmental analysis techniques and develop a personal theory of environmental planning practice.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of aircraft as integrated systems, emphasizing key aspects such as systems engineering, performance analysis, and lifecycle management. Learners will engage in practical case studies, including a detailed examination of the Space Shuttle's design and operations.

This course discusses the evolution and role of urban public transportation modes, systems, and services, focusing on bus and rail. Learners will explore current practices and innovative methods in transportation engineering and planning, including data analysis, performance monitoring, and service quality.

This course focuses on learning several rules to improve speaking skills in important situations. Learners can master effective presentation methods for various contexts, such as interviews, thesis defenses, and oral exams.

This capstone course focuses on integrating various disciplines of nuclear physics and engineering to tackle real-world design challenges in nuclear applications. Learners will engage in a group project to design a power plant that emphasizes emission-free electricity generation, carbon sequestration, and fossil fuel displacement.