A cognitive architecture theory of anticipatory thinking
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We theorize that anticipatory thinking (AT) uses the same computational infrastructure as general cognition as described in the Common Model of Cognition. We extend the Common Model with results from research on event cognition. Using these building blocks, we present a five‐step process model of AT as realized in cognitive architecture components. We then revisit simplifying assumptions underlying our model and expand our theory in response. Finally, we make predictions that are entailed by our account of AT, focusing on how computational limits in both natural and artificial cognitive systems can impact support for AT.
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- Authors
- Jones, S. J., & Laird, J. E.
- Affiliations
- Center for Integrated Cognition: IQM Research Institute Ann Arbor Michigan USA
- Corresponding author
- Jones, Steven J.
- Venue
- AI Magazine
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Published
- 2023-06
- Volume
- 44
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 155-164
- ISSN
- 0738-4602 (ISSN-L)
- 2371-9621
- OpenAlex
- W4381988561
- Cited by
- 5
- References
- 16
- Citations by year
- 2026: 1 · 2025: 3 · 2024: 1
- FWCI
- 0.47
- Type
- journal article
- Language
- en
- Open access
- hybrid
- doi.org
- Licence
- Locations
- AI Magazine (publishedVersion, cc-by)
- Topics
- Physical Sciences › Computer Science › Artificial Intelligence › Psychiatry, Mental Health, Neuroscience
- Physical Sciences › Computer Science › Artificial Intelligence › AI-based Problem Solving and Planning
- Life Sciences › Neuroscience › Cognitive Neuroscience › Cognitive Science and Education Research
- Keywords
- anticipatory thinking, cognitive architecture, event cognition, artificial cognitive systems, global cognition
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