Computationalism

Example:Computationalism, in the theory of mind, posits that mental processes can be reduced to computational processes, specifically the manipulation of symbolic structures.

Definition:A concept in cognitive science that refers to the understanding that others have separate minds with beliefs, intentions, and emotions.

Example:According to computationalism, artificial intelligence (AI) can simulate human thought processes through computational models.

Definition:The ability of a digital computer, or a robot controlled by a digital computer, to perform operations similar to the intelligent human mind, such as visual perception, speech recognition, decision-making, and language translation.