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MLST #78 - Prof. NOAM CHOMSKY (Special Edition)
Machine Learning Street Talk (MLST)
Exploring Language and Cognition: Nature vs. Nurture
This chapter examines the complexities of language acquisition, emphasizing the genetic predisposition for learning as highlighted by Chomsky. It contrasts rationalist and empiricist views on knowledge, exploring their implications for both human cognition and modern AI learning. The discussion also touches on the philosophical debates surrounding cognitive templates, innate knowledge, and the limitations of formal systems in understanding truth.
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