Computational Cognition: How the Mind Processes Information

How does the human mind process information, make decisions, and learn? Understanding the computational underpinnings of cognition bridges the gap between human intelligence and artificial systems. This text-only course guides you from absolute beginner to understanding how cognitive processes—like attention, memory, and language—can be modeled computationally. You will learn to think about the mind as an information-processing system. What you'll learn: Understand the foundational theories of cognitive science and mental representation; Explore computational models of memory, attention, and sensory perception; Analyze how neural network architectures mimic human learning and decision-making; Learn the basics of cognitive architectures and how they simulate human problem-solving; Examine modern connections between human cognitive processing and artificial intelligence models. Starting with key definitions and foundational concepts, this course builds your knowledge step-by-step, moving from basic psychology theories to modern computational paradigms. It is designed for beginners interested in psychology, computer science, or AI, with no prior programming or advanced mathematics required. Begin exploring the mechanics of the mind and computational intelligence today.