In the second half of the twentieth century, researchers in the United States and the Soviet Union suggested replacing human instructors with special pedagogical computers to turn learning and teaching into an efficient and fully controllable process. Designing such computers posed theoretical, technical, and political challenges for computer engineers and cognitive psychologists. This presentation examines how, in the process of navigating these challenges, researchers in each country developed new or perfected existing techniques and approaches to early artificial intelligence, circulating knowledge about minds and computers across the Iron Curtain and adapting this knowledge to their corresponding ideological contexts.Presented by :EKATERINA BABINTSEVA Assistant Professor, Department of History, Purdue UniversityVisiting Scholar, Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences, University of Cambridge

Time: 3:00 PMLocation: Cambridge, MA

IAP is a unique opportunity to join the Latinx Graduate Student Association Dance classes and stay warm during winter! Led by the experienced instructor Liliana Jimenez, we'll be hosting a short series of five sessions dedicated to Bachata. We warmly invite you to join us! Where: Kresge Auditorium (W16-033)When: First class 4:30 - 5:30 pm on Friday Jan 10thRemaining classes: 5:00 - 6:00 pm on Fridays Jan 17th, 24th, 31st and Feb 7th Attendace is limited to 25 students per lesson (make sure to click "I'm interested"!). The classes are designed for beginners and will progress gradually, so we encourage you to attend all sessions if possible. However, feel free to join the classes that align with your schedule. Thanks to the IAP mini-grant for funding this event.

Embark on an enlightening 6-session series that explores the fascinating intersection of science and spirituality. This series offers a fresh perspective by integrating cutting-edge scientific research with timeless spiritual wisdom to promote personal growth and self-discovery. Delve into the intricate connections between mind, body, and spirit, and learn how to cultivate a harmonious lifestyle through yoga and mantra meditation. Prepare to uncover new dimensions of your existence and embark on a journey of profound self-realization. We are excited to welcome you to this wonderful experience.Key features:Demystifying ancient wisdom.Big bang or Big brain.Cracking Karma.Magic of mantras.Do we live more than once?Rising beyond temptations.Reincarnation: Fact or fiction.Why do bad things happen to good people? Date: Every Friday (5:30 pm-7:00 pm) including meditation & discussion Venue: Room 56-162Additional Benefit:Certificates will be provided to everyone who completes at least 50% of the sessions of the course.*Free vegetarian delicious dinner will also be provided at the end of every session to have the best experience.

Experience the immediate benefits of myofascial release with this simple and effective self-care practice. Learn specialized ball rolling techniques that help penetrate through layers of skin, fascia and muscle and massage into your high-tension areas.Each class includes guided exercises using the Roll Model therapy balls, breath work and stretching techniques specifically designed to ease overburdened muscles and encourage deep mind-body relaxation. Explore various muscle groups and needy body areas each week to eliminate strain and discomfort from sitting too long, working on screens and living with stress.You will find greater self-awareness, freedom and ease in your body. Put the power of self-massage into your own hands.All levels welcome! This is a movement class and workout attire is strongly encouraged.Registration is required on our wellness class website. If you do not already have an account on this website, you'll need to create one. This is a fee-based class and open to the entire MIT community.

The MIT wrestling club holds practices in the du Pont Wrestling Room on weeknights 5:30-7pm. All levels of experience welcome! Whether you're looking to learn how to grapple or just want to get in a good workout, wrestling practice is a good time to learn technique, get in some live goes, and have fun with a great group of people.Current schedule is: structured practice MTRF, open mats W, and technique sessions 9-10:30am on Saturday. For more information, contact wrestling-officers@mit.edu.