This paper investigates the cognitive capacities underlying cumulative technological culture (CTC). A model integrating technical reasoning (TR) and theory of mind (ToM) is proposed, using a micro-society paradigm. Results show that TR supports both information transmission and technological modification, while ToM, though accelerating growth, is not necessary for CTC emergence.
Publisher
Humanities and Social Sciences Communications
Published On
Jul 06, 2022
Authors
Alexandre Bluet, François Osiurak, Nicolas Claidière, Emanuelle Reynaud
Tags
Cumulative Technological Culture
Cognitive Capacities
Technical Reasoning
Theory of Mind
Micro-society paradigm
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