Philosophy
Tim Schroeder
Instructor listed on Rice's public Course Schedule.
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4.6
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1.9
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Courses
2
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Courses taught
PHIL 130
The Sciences Of The Mind
An introduction to the scientific investigation of the mind, with special attention to topics of particular philosophical interest. Topics are likely to include: representation and computation, perception, cognition, action, and the neural implementation of mental states and processes. Previously offered as PHIL 103. Mutually exclusive with PHIL 103, credit cannot be earned for both classes. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for PHIL 130 if student has credit for PHIL 103.
PHIL 155
Philosophy Of Neuroscience
This course explores the philosophy behind neuroscience, introducing students to general concepts in the philosophy of science and looking at key puzzles specific to neuroscience. Is the mind observable? How should we think about fMRI images and what they can tell us? What makes mental disorders so hard to study? And what can future neuroscientists do to overcome current challenges?