Emotions: Philosophical and Scientific Perspectives
Discover how emotions shape human experience through the lenses of philosophical thought, brain science, and AI research.
Discover how emotions shape human experience through the lenses of philosophical thought, brain science, and AI research.
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the study of emotions from philosophical, biological, and technological perspectives. Students will examine the origins, evolution, and functions of emotions across various life forms, from bacteria to humans and even artificial intelligence. The curriculum covers key philosophical debates on emotions, their neurological basis, cultural variations, and ethical implications. Participants will explore how emotions shape human behavior, social interactions, and decision-making processes. The course also delves into cutting-edge topics such as affective computing and emotional AI, providing insights into the future of emotion research and its applications in technology and robotics.
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What you'll learn
Understand the fundamental concepts and definitions related to emotions
Explore the evolutionary origins and functions of emotions in various life forms
Analyze different philosophical perspectives on emotions throughout history
Examine the neurological and biological basis of emotional processes
Investigate the role of emotions in social interactions and cultural contexts
Evaluate ethical implications of emotions in decision-making and behavior
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There are 7 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of emotions from philosophical, biological, and technological perspectives. Through seven modules, students will examine the nature, origins, and functions of emotions across various life forms, from bacteria to humans and artificial intelligence. The curriculum covers key philosophical debates on emotions, their neurological basis, cultural variations, and ethical implications. Participants will learn about the evolution of emotions, their role in social cohesion, and how they shape human behavior and decision-making. The course also delves into cutting-edge topics such as affective computing and emotional AI, providing insights into the future of emotion research and its applications in technology and robotics. By the end of the course, students will have a multidisciplinary understanding of emotions and their significance in both natural and artificial systems.
Welcome!
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Where do emotions come from?
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
How many emotions do exist?
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
What does a plant feel?
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
A neuroanthropological approach to emotions: from neurons to societies
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
The philosophies on emotions
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
21st Century & emotions: affective computing and sociable robots
Module 7 · 4 Hours to complete
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Jordi Vallverdú, Ph.D., M.Sci., B.Mus, B.Phil, is a Tenure Professor at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (Catalonia), specializing in the epistemological and cognitive aspects of Philosophy of Computing, Sciences, and Artificial Intelligence. He is the founder and Editor-in-chief of the International Journal of Synthetic Emotions (IJSE). Vallverdú has authored several influential books, including Una ética de las emociones (2007), Bioética computacional (2009), and Thinking Machines and the Philosophy of Computer Science: Concepts and Principles (2010). His research focuses on synthetic emotions, sociable robotics, and the intersection of artificial intelligence and human emotion. In 2011, he received a prestigious JSPS fellowship to conduct research on computational Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) interfaces at Kyoto University. He has been a keynote speaker at several international conferences, including ECAP09 in Munich, EBICC2012 in Brazil, and SLACTIONS 2013 in Portugal.
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