Computer Science and Engineering, Department of

 

Date of this Version

2013

Citation

Cognitive Informatics & Cognitive Computing (ICCI*CC), 2013 12th IEEE International Conference on Year: 2013 Pages: 143 - 152, DOI: 10.1109/ICCI-CC.2013.6622237.

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Abstract

Within cognitive science. computational modeling based on cognitive architectures has been an important approach to addressing questions of human cognition and learning. This paper reports on a multi-agent computational model based on the principles of the Unified Learning Model (ULM). Derived from a synthesis of neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, and education, the ULM merges a statistical learning mechanism with a general learning architecture. Description of the single agent model and the multi-agent environment which translate the principles of the ULM into an integrated computational model is provided. Validation results from simulations with respect to human learning are presented. Simulation suitability for cognitive learning investigations is discussed. Multi-agent system performance results are presented. Findings support the ULM theory by documenting a viable computational simulation of the core ULM components of long-term memory, motivation, and working memory and the processes taking place among them. Implications for research into human learning and intelligent agents are presented.

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