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Embodied Cognition (New Problems of Philosophy)

By Lawrence Shapiro

Book information

Publisher
Routledge
Year
2011
ISBN
0415773415, 9780415773416, 0415773423, 9780415773423, 0203850661, 9780203850664
LCC
BD418.3 .S47 2010
Open Library ID
OL10207914M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
3 MB (2969886 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
253\253
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

Embodied cognition often challenges standard cognitive science. In this outstanding introduction, Lawrence Shapiro sets out the central themes and debates surrounding embodied cognition, explaining and assessing the work of many of the key figures in the field, including George Lakoff, Alva No?, Andy Clark, and Arthur Glenberg. Beginning with an outline of the theoretical and methodological commitments of standard cognitive science, Shapiro then examines philosophical and empirical arguments surrounding the traditional perspective. He introduces topics such as dynamic systems theory, ecological psychology, robotics, and connectionism, before addressing core issues in philosophy of mind such as mental representation and extended cognition. Including helpful chapter summaries and annotated further reading at the end of each chapter, Embodied Cognition is essential reading for all students of philosophy of mind, psychology, and cognitive science.

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