Dynamics, Synergetics, Autonomous Agents
Dynamics, Synergetics, Autonomous Agents

Author: Wolfgang Tschacher

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9789810238377

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This volume focuses on the modeling of cognition, and brings together contributions from psychologists and researchers in the field of cognitive science. The shared platform of this work is to advocate a dynamical systems approach to cognition. Several aspects of this approach are considered here: chaos theory, artificial intelligence and Alife models, catastrophe theory and, most importantly, self-organization theory or synergetics. The application of nonlinear systems theory to cognitive science in general, and to cognitive psychology in particular, is a growing field that has gained further momentum thanks to new contributions from the science of robotics. The recent development in cognitive science towards an account of embodiment, together with the general approach of complexity theory and dynamics, will have a major impact on our psychological understanding of reasoning, thinking and behavior.

Dynamical Systems Approach To Cognition, The: Concepts And Empirical Paradigms Based On Self-organization, Embodiment, And Coordination Dynamics
Dynamical Systems Approach To Cognition, The: Concepts And Empirical Paradigms Based On Self-organization, Embodiment, And Coordination Dynamics

Author: Wolfgang Tschacher

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2003-10-14

Total Pages: 345

ISBN-13: 9814485004

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The shared platform of the articles collected in this volume is used to advocate a dynamical systems approach to cognition. It is argued that recent developments in cognitive science towards an account of embodiment, together with the general approach of complexity theory and dynamics, have a major impact on behavioral and cognitive science. The book points out that there are two domains that follow naturally from the stance of embodiment: first, coordination dynamics is an established empirical paradigm that is best able to aid the approach; second, the obvious goal-directedness of intelligent action (i.e., intentionality) is nicely addressed in the framework of the dynamical synergetic approach.

Integrative Systems Approaches to Natural and Social Dynamics
Integrative Systems Approaches to Natural and Social Dynamics

Author: M. Matthies

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 626

ISBN-13: 3642565859

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At the start of the new millennium, mankind is challenged by a paradox: the more we know about the world the more uncertain we become in understanding and predicting how it works. This book presents an outline of a new basis for Systems Science, and a methodology for its application in complex environmental, economic, social, and technological systems.

A Dynamic Systems Approach to Adolescent Development
A Dynamic Systems Approach to Adolescent Development

Author: Saskia Elske Kunnen

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13: 1136511016

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The dynamic systems approach is a rapidly expanding advancement in the study of developmental research, particularly in the domain of adolescent development. It provides a unique way of examining the subject, and this innovative study of developmental processes helps social scientists to translate dynamic systems conceptualizations into clear empirical research that readers will be able to implement themselves. The first part of this edited book discusses techniques that describe and assess specific process characteristics such as variability, sudden jumps and attractor states. The second part explores the different techniques for building a dynamic systems model, which can simulate the behaviour of a system to investigate the mechanisms behind the processes. Each chapter describes one technique and is based on a specific practical example of its application in adolescent development. Step-by-step instructions for model-building and examples of ready-made models are provided on the website that belongs to the book: www.psypress.com/dynamic-systems-approach. This book provides a clear step-by-step description of theories and techniques that are designed for the study of developmental processes, and is therefore ideal for researchers of developmental psychology who do not specialise in statistics or research methods.

The Dynamical Systems Approach to Cognition
The Dynamical Systems Approach to Cognition

Author: Wolfgang Tschacher

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 345

ISBN-13: 981256439X

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The shared platform of the articles collected in this volume is usedto advocate a dynamical systems approach to cognition. It is arguedthat recent developments in cognitive science towards an account ofembodiment, together with the general approach of complexity theoryand dynamics, have a major impact on behavioral and cognitivescience.

The Implications of Embodiment
The Implications of Embodiment

Author: Wolfgang Tschacher

Publisher: Andrews UK Limited

Published: 2015-10-27

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 184540551X

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This edited volume is scientifically based, but readable for a larger audience, covering the concept of "embodied cognition" and its implications from a transdisciplinary angle. The contributions are from the fields of psychology, computer science, biology, philosophy, and psychiatry. First, the roots of embodiment are described with historical, computer-science, and phenomenological viewpoints. It is argued that embodied cognition is relevant for the discussion of intentionality, with a particular focus on underlying neural processes as well as the context of synergetics and self-organization theory. As cognition is socially embedded, a large section of this book concentrates on "embodied communication": How does embodiment influence the way to approach others, what role do body movements play in social interaction, what is the function of nonverbal synchrony in interpersonal relationships and psychotherapy? Embodied cognitive agents are further embedded in particular cultural and environmental contexts. This book thus addresses the active role that cultural and environmental aspects play in driving cognition. Some applications of embodiment, e.g. to psychotherapy and aesthetics are also presented.

Understanding Autonomous Cooperation and Control in Logistics
Understanding Autonomous Cooperation and Control in Logistics

Author: Michael Hülsmann

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2007-06-30

Total Pages: 432

ISBN-13: 3540474501

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One of the great challenges in flexible production and supply chains is the availability of necessary information at any time and place. Autonomous logistics processes can bring about fast and flexible adaptations to change. This book identifies autonomous logistics processes and details how they differ from conventionally managed processes. Coverage also describes the changes that autonomy will cause in order processing.

Nonlinear Dynamical Systems Analysis for the Behavioral Sciences Using Real Data
Nonlinear Dynamical Systems Analysis for the Behavioral Sciences Using Real Data

Author: Stephen J. Guastello

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2016-04-19

Total Pages: 616

ISBN-13: 1439820023

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Although its roots can be traced to the 19th century, progress in the study of nonlinear dynamical systems has taken off in the last 30 years. While pertinent source material exists, it is strewn about the literature in mathematics, physics, biology, economics, and psychology at varying levels of accessibility. A compendium research methods reflect

Complex Dynamical Systems in Education
Complex Dynamical Systems in Education

Author: Matthijs Koopmans

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-02-19

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 3319275771

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This book capitalizes on the developments in dynamical systems and education by presenting some of the most recent advances in this area in seventeen non-overlapping chapters. The first half of the book discusses the conceptual framework of complex dynamical systems and its applicability to educational processes. The second half presents a set of empirical studies that that illustrate the use of various research methodologies to investigate complex dynamical processes in education, and help the reader appreciate what we learn about dynamical processes in education from using these approaches.

Language Acquisition across Linguistic and Cognitive Systems
Language Acquisition across Linguistic and Cognitive Systems

Author: Michèle Kail

Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing

Published: 2010-12-15

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13: 9027287562

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How and why do all children learn language? Why do some have difficulties while others are early language learners? What are the consequences of early bilingualism? Is it possible to reach native-like competence in a foreign language? Although we still cannot fully answer these questions, research during the last two decades has begun to solve some pieces of the puzzle. This book proposes an interdisciplinary collection of writings from some of the best specialists across several fields in cognitive science, offering a wide sample of recent advances in the study of first language acquisition, bilingualism, second language acquisition, and disorders of oral language. It is addressed to all researchers and students interested in language acquisition, as well as to teachers, clinicians and parents, who will find therein many new findings and varied methodological approaches, as well as challenging questions that are still debated and in need of further research.