Methods for Solving Problems

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Free Online Course: Methods for Solving Problems provided by Coursera is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 4 weeks long, 6-7 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from Coursera. Methods for Solving Problems is taught by David Quigley.

Overview
  • In this course, we will explore different types of problems, the boundaries of what makes a problem solvable, and the different algorithms, rules, and heuristics we can implement to solve these problems.

Syllabus
    • Problems for Minds and Machines
      • This week we will begin our discussions by defining the boundaries and limitations of problems and their solutions.
    • Computers and Logic
      • This week we will explore adapting problem-solving approaches into computational methods.
    • Humans and Heuristics
      • This week we will discuss judgment and decision making as a different kind of problem-solving and explore how heuristics are used for these tasks.
    • Course Assessment & Wrap-Up Discussion
      • In this module, you will test your knowledge on methods for solving problems.