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Visualization of concept formation and learning

Alfred Inselberg (San Diego SuperComputing Center, University of California, San Diego, California, USA Departments of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics, Tel Aviv University, Israel)

Kybernetes

ISSN: 0368-492X

Article publication date: 1 January 2005

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Abstract

Purpose

To discuss some of the work of Heinz von Foerster with regard to multidimensional visualization.

Design/methodology/approach

An introduction to multidimensional visualization, followed with the connections derived from the Biological Computer Laboratory.

Findings

Visualization provides insight through images. Considers the steps involved in interacting and learning so that this will lead the individual into their own “concept formation”.

Originality/value

Studies aspects of Heinz von Foerster's work that are of importance for understanding multidimensional visualization.

Keywords

Citation

Inselberg, A. (2005), "Visualization of concept formation and learning", Kybernetes, Vol. 34 No. 1/2, pp. 151-166. https://doi.org/10.1108/03684920510699972

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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