Modern China (21H.152) This course discusses China’s emergence as a global power, which has arisen out of two centuries of significant change. Matrix Calculus for Machine Learning and Beyond (18.s096) This class covers a coherent approach to matrix calculus showing techniques that allow you to think of a matrix holistically (not just as an array of scalars), compute derivatives of important matrix factorizations, and really understand forward and reverse modes of differentiation. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Tutorial (RES.STR-001) Learn how to read and interpret maps and data and use basic cartography principles to create maps that can be used in reports and presentations. After learning basic concepts, attendees will work through an exercise using ArcGIS Pro or QGIS. Turning Evolutionary Dials: Directed Evolution Techniques for Climate Change and Beyond (7.341) This course will cover the many ways in which we have realized evolution in the laboratory toward functional biomolecules, such as protein and nucleic-acid-based therapeutics, enzymes that catalyze production of synthetic drugs, and carbon-dioxide capture molecules to lessen the impact of climate change. Linguistics and Social Justice: Language, Education, and Human Rights (24.s96) This seminar examines efforts by linguists and educators to make their research more inclusive, accessible, and hospitable, and to reduce linguistic-discrimination practices in various communities world-wide. Intermediate Microeconomic Theory (14.04) This course introduces theory and data designed to meet the needs of students interested in economic science. |