Monthly Archives: April 2013
Week 15 Discussion Questions
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Week 14 Discussion Questions
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Discussion Summary Week 13: Game Theory
Game Theory 4/16/13 Prisoner’s dilemma Two rational prisoners, don’t know what the other is doing Each can either cooperate or rat out the other prisoner Guaranteed positive outcome with cooperation If only one cooperates, the other receives harsh punishment If … Continue reading
Final Presentation Assignment
Prepare a ~10-minute presentation about how the course has inspired new thinking about your research, if applicable, or about a topic of deep interest to you. The presentation should include background information about the problem of interest, a recap of … Continue reading
Week 13 Discussion Questions
COMPILED WEEK 13 QUESTIONS: GAME THEORY Overall There are many reasons that models, even incorrect ones, may be useful. Some of the reasons we have discussed include developing hypotheses, gaining insight into mechanisms of a system, and opening up … Continue reading
Week 12 Discussion Questions
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