Simulating processes of concept formation and communication

We propose a theoretical framework for modeling communication between agents that have different conceptual models of their current context. We describe how the emergence of subjective models of the world can be simulated and what the role of language and communication in that process is. We conside...

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Published in:The journal of economic methodology 2008-09, Vol.15 (3), p.245-259
Main Authors: Honkela, Timo, Könönen, Ville, Lindh-Knuutila, Tiina, Paukkeri, Mari-Sanna
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Communication
conceptual modeling
Conceptualization
Epistemology
interaction
Language
Learning
Linguistics
Mathematical models
Modelling
Simulation
Studies
unsupervised learning
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Summary:We propose a theoretical framework for modeling communication between agents that have different conceptual models of their current context. We describe how the emergence of subjective models of the world can be simulated and what the role of language and communication in that process is. We consider, in particular, the role of unsupervised learning in the formation of agents' conceptual models, the relative subjectivity of these models, and the communication and learning processes that lead into intersubjective sharing of concepts. We also discuss some implications of the subjectivity of conceptual learning in the area of economics.
ISSN:1350-178X
1469-9427
DOI:10.1080/13501780802321350