simulation theory – Diversity Reading List

2016, In Amy Kind (ed.), Handbook of Imagination. Routledge Press. pp. 262-273.

Categories: Imagination, Mental States and Processes, Metaphysics & Epistemology, Philosophy of Mind, Theories of Imagination, Theory of Mind and Folk Psychology

Keywords: imagination, simulation theory, theory of mind

Expand entry: Added by: Andrea Blomqvist

Abstract: In this chapter, I discuss three aspects of the ST: the concept of simulation, high level simulation, and low level simulation. In the next section, I argue for a more precise characterization of the concept of simulation. In sections 3 and 4, I discuss high level simulation and lowI level simulations, which are quite different in some respects.

Comment: This article introduces the reader to Simulation Theory, and would be a good substitute on for any introductory text by Goldman. It would be suitable in any module on social cognition for any year.

Difficulty: Easy

Recommended use: Introductory reading

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