The need for competence, creativity and adaptability has never been as intense as it is now. And it continues to grow. Cognitive competence. Psychological competence. Physical competence. In work and every other aspect of life, we need to be able to encompass ideas, interests, alternatives. Not just facts, but the needs, the wants and the conflicts involved.

We now have at our disposal new and evolving technologies that actually enhance our mental and physical selves. This course introduces you to behavioral, biochemical and physical strategies to address a variety of cognitive, physical, emotional and behavioral targets. From "normal" effort and commitment, to vitamins and supplements, to biochemical agents, to brain stimulation, they are powerful if you use them according to science and research. But you need to understand and use them correctly to benefit. That's why we take the time to examine and appreciate how the brain works and how these strategies affect the brain. Not only that, we look into the future at developing technologies that promise to realize brain-machine partnerships. The future is fuzzy, but it includes technology. Then there are the worries . . . An extensive supplement comes with the course, including details from the presentations, explainers, and worksheets for applying what you have learned.