Can we model cognition? And what is a model anyway? with Paul Kelly (PhD talks)
Love & Philosophy
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Exploring the 3M Principle in Cognitive Science
This chapter examines the 3M principle, which highlights the necessity of Model to Mechanism Mapping in explaining cognitive phenomena within scientific models. It discusses the implications of this principle across various disciplines, including the importance of model accuracy and the balance between description and mechanistic understanding. Through analogies such as watches and the solar system, the chapter emphasizes how different models can effectively represent complex dynamics and their limitations.
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