is a newly renamed course that is in its essence a humanities-friendly introduction to Natural Language Processing (NLP). The course is now in the process of being revamped and updated. Its content is in flux due to the latest research and development in the field, and the active uptake of these technologies (such as Siri, Alexa, and Google Translate) by the general public. The course is likely to be offered in the 2021/2022 academic year, after Dr. Rubin’s Sabbatical (in 2020/2021). [It was last formally offered as LIS 9732/9832: LANGUAGE AND COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES FOR LIBRARIES AND BEYOND described here].
Course Description
Introduction to linguistic and computational aspects of natural language processing technologies. Familiarity with underlying principles and techniques required to perform all levels of language understanding and processing of naturally occurring text. Critical assessment of the use of language technologies in a variety of applications.
Introduction to linguistic and computational aspects of natural language processing technologies. Familiarity with underlying principles and techniques required to perform all levels of language understanding and processing of naturally occurring text. Critical assessment of the use of language technologies in a variety of applications.
This course will be offered to MLIS, MMJC, Media Studies, and HIS program students. It is relevant to MLIS Program Content Areas – Information Organization/Design and Information Technology Management. Doctoral students are welcome to discuss their participation in the course as well.