Perspectives On Abstract Concepts
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Perspectives On Abstract Concepts
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Author : Marianna Bolognesi
language : en
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing Company
Release Date : 2019-06-15
Perspectives On Abstract Concepts written by Marianna Bolognesi and has been published by John Benjamins Publishing Company this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-06-15 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
Human language is the most powerful communication system that evolution has produced. Within this system, we can talk about things we can physically see, such as cats and tables, but also about more abstract entities, such as theories and feelings. But how are these abstract concepts grounded in human cognition and represented in the mind? How are they constructed in language? And how are they used in natural communication settings? This book addresses these questions through a collection of studies that relate to various theoretical frameworks, ranging from Conceptual Metaphor Theory to Words as Social Tools. Contributors investigate how abstract concepts are grounded in the mind, represented in language, and used in verbal discourse. This richness is matched by a range of methods used throughout the volume, from neuroimaging to computational modeling, and from behavioral experiments to corpus analyses.
The Psychology Of Word Meanings
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Author : Paula J. Schwanenflugel
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2013-06-17
The Psychology Of Word Meanings written by Paula J. Schwanenflugel and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-06-17 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This volume contains perspectives from a collection of cognitive scientists on the psychological, philosophical, and educational issues surrounding the meanings of words and how these meanings are learned and accessed. It features chapters covering the nature and structure of word meaning, how new word meanings are acquired in childhood and later on in life, and how research in word processing may tell us something about the way in which word meanings are represented and how they relate to the language processor.
Converging Perspectives On Conceptual Change
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Author : Tamer G. Amin
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2017-11-13
Converging Perspectives On Conceptual Change written by Tamer G. Amin and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-11-13 with Education categories.
Conceptual change, how conceptual understanding is transformed, has been investigated extensively since the 1970s. The field has now grown into a multifaceted, interdisciplinary effort with strands of research in cognitive and developmental psychology, education, educational psychology, and the learning sciences. Converging Perspectives on Conceptual Change brings together an extensive team of expert contributors from around the world, and offers a unique examination of how distinct lines of inquiry can complement each other and have converged over time. Amin and Levrini adopt a new approach to assembling the diverse research on conceptual change: the combination of short position pieces with extended synthesis chapters within each section, as well as an overall synthesis chapter at the end of the volume, provide a coherent and comprehensive perspective on conceptual change research. Arranged over five parts, the book covers a number of topics including: the nature of concepts and conceptual change representation, language, and discourse in conceptual change modeling, explanation, and argumentation in conceptual change metacognition and epistemology in conceptual change identity and conceptual change. Throughout this wide-ranging volume, the editors present researchers and practitioners with a more internally consistent picture of conceptual change by exploring convergence and complementarity across perspectives. By mapping features of an emerging paradigm, they challenge newcomers and established scholars alike to embrace a more programmatic orientation towards conceptual change.
The Contemporary Theory Of Metaphor
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Author : Ning Yu
language : en
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
Release Date : 1998-01-01
The Contemporary Theory Of Metaphor written by Ning Yu and has been published by John Benjamins Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998-01-01 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
This volume aims to contribute to the theory of metaphor from the viewpoint of Chinese, in order to help place the theory into a wider cross-linguistic and cross-cultural perspective. It focuses on metaphors of emotion, the "time as space" metaphor and the Event Structure Metaphor.
Perspectives On English
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Author : Emma Vorlat
language : en
Publisher: Peeters Publishers
Release Date : 1994
Perspectives On English written by Emma Vorlat and has been published by Peeters Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.
(Peeters 1994)
Perspectives On Thinking Learning And Cognitive Styles
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Author : Robert J. Sternberg
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2014-04-08
Perspectives On Thinking Learning And Cognitive Styles written by Robert J. Sternberg and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-04-08 with Education categories.
This volume presents the most comprehensive, balanced, and up-to-date coverage of theory and research on cognitive, thinking, and learning styles, in a way that: * represents diverse theoretical perspectives; * includes solid empirical evidence testing the validity of these perspectives; and * shows the application of these perspectives to school situations, as well as situations involving other kinds of organizations. International representation is emphasized, with chapters from almost every major leader in the field of styles. Each chapter author has contributed serious theory and/or published empirical data--work that is primarily commercial or that implements the theories of others. The book's central premise is that cognitive, learning, and thinking styles are not abilities but rather preferences in the use of abilities. Traditionally, many psychologists and educators have believed that people's successes and failures are attributable mainly to individual differences in abilities. However, for the past few decades research on the roles of thinking, learning, and cognitive styles in performance within both academic and nonacademic settings has indicated that they account for individual differences in performance that go well beyond abilities. New theories better differentiate styles from abilities and make more contact with other psychological literatures; recent research, in many cases, is more careful and conclusive than are some of the older studies. Cognitive, learning, and thinking styles are of interest to educators because they predict academic performance in ways that go beyond abilities, and because taking styles into account can help teachers to improve both instruction and assessment and to show sensitivity to cultural and individual diversity among learners. They are also of interest in business, where instruments to assess styles are valuable in selecting and placing personnel. The state-of-the-art research and theory in this volume will be of particular interest to scholars and graduate students in cognitive and educational psychology, managers, and others concerned with intellectual styles as applied in educational, industrial, and corporate settings.
Aphasia And Language
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Author : Stephen E. Nadeau
language : en
Publisher: Guilford Press
Release Date : 2000-09-13
Aphasia And Language written by Stephen E. Nadeau and has been published by Guilford Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-09-13 with Psychology categories.
This groundbreaking work brings together leading scientist-practitioners to review what is known about aphasia and to relate current knowledge to treatment. Integrating traditional linguistic formulations with new insights derived from cognitive neuroscience, this volume explores the neuropsychological bases of both normal and pathologic language. It reflects an understanding of brain structure and function based on new developments in connectionist modeling and functional neuroimaging.
About Violence
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Author : Artur Victoria
language : en
Publisher: Artur Victoria
Release Date : 2025-04-02
About Violence written by Artur Victoria and has been published by Artur Victoria this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-04-02 with Social Science categories.
Violence in its myriad forms remains a persistent and devastating challenge for individuals, communities and societies worldwide. To unravel the complexity of violence, it is necessary to distinguish between the individual act and the broader context of aggression at the community level, each of which requires different perspectives and approaches. While recognising the interconnectedness of these forms, we will make a clear distinction between individual violence, rooted in psychological factors and personal experience, and community violence, fuelled by societal inequalities, structural issues and cultural dynamics. We seek to explore in depth the psychological roots of individual violence, including mental illness, anger management issues and the significant role of substance abuse in triggering or escalating violent behaviour. We analyse specific examples, delving into the motivations behind acts of aggression to illuminate the complex interplay of factors that contribute to such behaviour. We then broaden our scope to examine the societal factors that give rise to community violence, including social inequalities, economic hardship, gang activity and the influence of cultural and ideological differences. The analysis will include a deep dive into the complex dynamics of gang violence and disputes, highlighting the impact of community disorganisation. The discussion will also extend to the profound consequences of violence at both individual and societal levels, examining the long-term physical and psychological effects on victims, the economic costs, and the erosion of trust and social cohesion within communities. We will outline comprehensive strategies for violence prevention and intervention, emphasising the need for multi-stakeholder collaboration and highlighting the effectiveness of community-based initiatives, educational programmes and policy recommendations. Ultimately, we hope to contribute to a more informed and effective approach to reducing violence and building safer, more peaceful communities for all.
Standardization Research In Information Technology New Perspectives
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Author : Jakobs, Kai
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2007-12-31
Standardization Research In Information Technology New Perspectives written by Jakobs, Kai and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-12-31 with Business & Economics categories.
Standardization has the potential to shape, expand, and create markets. Information technology has undergone a rapid transformation in the application of standards in practice, and recent developments have augmented the need for the divulgence of supplementary research. Standardization Research in Information Technology: New Perspectives amasses cutting-edge research on the application of standards in the market, covering topics such as corporate standardization, linguistic qualities of international standards, the role of individuals in standardization, and the development, use, application, and influence of information technology in standardization techniques.
Computational Mind A Complex Dynamics Perspective
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Author : Vladimir G. Ivancevic
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2007-06-12
Computational Mind A Complex Dynamics Perspective written by Vladimir G. Ivancevic and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-06-12 with Medical categories.
This is a graduate–level monographic textbook in the field of Computational Intelligence. It presents a modern dynamical theory of the computational mind, combining cognitive psychology, artificial and computational intelligence, and chaos theory with quantum consciousness and computation. The book introduces to human and computational mind, comparing and contrasting main themes of cognitive psychology, artificial and computational intelligence.