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Language and mechanisms of concept learning

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  19 May 2011

Daniel A. Weiskopf
Daniel A. Weiskopf
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Department of Philosophy, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA 30302. dweiskopf@gsu.eduhttp://www2.gsu.edu/~phldaw/
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Abstract

Carey focuses her attention on a mechanism of concept learning called “Quinian bootstrapping.” I argue that this form of bootstrapping is not dependent upon language or other public representations, and outline a place for language in concept learning generally. Language, perception, and causal reasoning are all sources of evidence that can guide learners toward discovering new and potentially useful categories.

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Open Peer Commentary
Information
Behavioral and Brain Sciences , Volume 34 , Issue 3 , June 2011 , pp. 150 - 151
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2011

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