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Using OneNote | Basics for students

Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe :) ALSO I realise that OneNote on Microsoft has many more features compared to the Mac version but the Mac version is very good nevertheless. But if you have a PC you can download OneNote for

Course related:: ELC1012 English for University Studies
Keywords:: Microsoft OneNote Personal information management -- Computer programs Note-taking
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How Does a Spectrometer Work?

Take a look inside the optical bench of an Ocean Optics miniature spectrometer. In spectroscopy, photons encounter many components and undergo a variety of processes before registering as a spectrum. Let's see what happens to these photons once they enter the spectrometer!

Course related:: HTI24004 Clinical Laboratory instrumentation
Subjects:: Medical Laboratory Science
Keywords:: Spectrometer
Resource Type:: Video

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Clear and Present Challenges to the Chinese Economy

Dr Keyu Jin will discuss the impact of China’s financial reforms. Keyu Jin (@KeyuJin) is a Lecturer in the Department of Economics and a member of the Centre for Macroeconomics and Centre for Economic Performance. The Department of Economics at LSE (@LSEEcon) is one of the largest economics departments in the world. Its size ensures that all areas of economics are strongly represented in both research and teaching. The Centre For Macroeconomics (@CFMUK) brings together world-class experts to carry out pioneering research on the global economic crisis and to help design policies that alleviate it.

Subjects:: Chinese Studies
Keywords:: Economic history China
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Search: Games, Minimax, and Alpha-Beta

In this lecture, we consider strategies for adversarial games such as chess. We discuss the minimax algorithm, and how alpha-beta pruning improves its efficiency. We then examine progressive deepening, which ensures that some answer is always available.

Course related:: COMP4431 Artificial Intelligence
Subjects:: Computing, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and Mathematics and Statistics
Keywords:: Artificial intelligence
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Gradient Descent, Step-by-Step

Gradient Descent is the workhorse behind most of Machine Learning. When you fit a machine learning method to a training dataset, you're probably using Gradient Descent. It can optimize parameters in a wide variety of settings. Since it's so fundamental to Machine Learning, I decided to make a "step-by-step" video that shows you exactly how it works.

Course related:: COMP4434 Big Data Analytics
Subjects:: Computing, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Keywords:: Machine learning Computer algorithms
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Courseware

Introduction to Linguistics

This course studies what is language and what does knowledge of a language consist of. It asks how do children learn languages and is language unique to humans; why are there many languages; how do languages change; is any language or dialect superior to another; and how are speech and writing related. Context for these and similar questions is provided by basic examination of internal organization of sentences, words, and sound systems. No prior training in linguistics is assumed.

Subjects:: English Language and Language and Languages
Keywords:: Linguistics
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MOOC

Introduction to Web Design and Development

New to web design? Start here first. Instructor James Williamson introduces the fundamental concepts, tools, and learning paths for web design. He explains what it means to be a web designer, the various areas of specialization, and whether web design is the right hobby or career for you. Along the way, he talks to five prominent designers and developers, who have each found success in a different corner of the web. If you want to get up and running fast, check out the chapter on getting online, choosing a domain name and web host, and getting around the backend of a standard website. Need to stock your tool chest? Learn what you'll need to build a brand new site, from web design software and content management systems, to testing and prototyping tools and development frameworks. Finally, James outlines learning paths for where to go next, touching on subjects such as standards and accessibility, responsive design, and the three core web technologies: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Subjects:: Computing, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Keywords:: Web sites -- Design
Resource Type:: MOOC

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SPSS Training and Tutorials

Explore statistical analysis with SPSS. Topics covered include how to create and analyze charts, build reports, import spreadsheets, create regression models, and export presentation graphics.