Paul Thagard on AI, Animal Consciousness, and Human Intelligence
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Exploring Definitions of Intelligence, Mind, and Consciousness
In this chapter, the discussion revolves around defining intelligence, mind, and consciousness beyond simplistic terms, advocating for comprehensive theories. The speakers break down intelligence into 12 features governed by eight mechanisms and introduce a mechanistic theory for understanding human and animal consciousness. They explore the distinctions between mind and consciousness, the complexity of attributing these qualities to machines and animals, and the burden of proof in claiming consciousness in various entities.
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