Sensory Science: Measuring the Senses
The brain is the most sophisticated sensory interpreter that we know of. Our brain is like a very powerful computer, but no engineered computer exists that can mimic our human sensory capabilities. This course will explore sensory science by examining how the senses are connected to the brain and how the brain makes meaning of the signals it receives. Various types of testing, scales, and measurements are described that allow scientists to quantify senses and the brain’s experience of senses.
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- Level Foundation
- المدة 12 ساعات hours
- الطبع بواسطة University of California, Davis
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The brain is the most sophisticated sensory interpreter that we know of. Our brain is like a very powerful computer, but no engineered computer exists that can mimic our human sensory capabilities. This course will explore sensory science by examining how the senses are connected to the brain and how the brain makes meaning of the signals it receives. Various types of testing, scales, and measurements are described that allow scientists to quantify senses and the brain’s experience of senses. Through this course, you will learn to employ scientific approaches such as discrimination testing and Thurstonian Modeling to measure the senses.الوحدات
Getting Started
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- Learning Goals
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- Course Introduction
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- A Note from UC Davis
The Senses and the Brain
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- Module Introduction
- Tricks: The Senses and the Brain, Part 1
- Tricks: The Senses and the Brain, Part 2
- The Mind
- Basic Unit of Sensory Systems: The Neuron
- Theory of Sensory Measurements/Psychophysics
Additional Resources
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- (Optional Forum) Podcast: Dr. Martin Kern
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- (Optional) Podcast: A Conversation with Dr. Martin Kern
Review
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- Module 1 Quiz
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- Senses and the Brain
Scaling
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- Module Introduction
- Purpose of Scaling and Criteria for Scale Choice
- Different Types of Scales
- Ordinal Scales
- Quantitative Scales, Interval Scales and Analysis
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- Module 2 Quiz
Methods of Scaling
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- Methods of Scaling and Ranking: Ratio Scales
- Hedonic Scales: The 9-Point Hedonic Scale
- Hedonic Scales: Testing with Children
- Labeled Affective Magnitude (LAM) and Just-About-Right (JAR) Scales
- Check-All-That-Apply and Other Scales of Interest
Additional Resources
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- A Labeled Affective Magnitude (LAM) Scale for Assessing Food Like/Disliking
- A Food Action Rating Scale for Measuring Food Acceptance
- Appropriateness of the Cognitive-Contextual Aspects of Food Acceptance
- A Comparison of Sensory Difference Testing Procedures
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- Module 3 Quiz
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- Acceptance Testing
Discrimination Theory and Testing Methods
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- Module Introduction
- Overview of Discrimination Testing Methods
- A Closer Look at Discrimination Tests
- Response Bias and How to Avoid It
- Why People Perform Better on Some Tests Than Others
- Thurstonian Modeling
Additional Resources
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- (Optional Forum) Podcast: Lori Rothman
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- (Optional) Podcast: A Conversation with Lori Rothman
- Relative Power of Difference Testing Methods in Sensory Evaluation
- Quantification of Sensory and Food Quality: The R-Index Analysis
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- Module 4 Quiz
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- Discrimination Testing
Course Summary
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- Self-Reflection
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- Course Summary
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Explore the fascinating field of sensory science with "Sensory Science: Measuring the Senses." This foundational course delves into how our brain interprets sensory signals, utilizing scientific methods like discrimination testing and Thurstonian Modeling. Ideal for personal development, it spans 720 minutes and offers subscription options for Starter and Professional levels. Taught by Coursera, it's perfect for those interested in understanding and quantifying sensory experiences.
Rebecca Bleibaum