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Theory of mind as a theoretical prerequisite to model communication with virtual humans
pp. 222-240
Abstract
Given the weaknesses that most current implementations of conver- sational virtual humans show, it is argued that future developments might benefit from the incorporation of a theory of mind. First, findings concerning the effects of current embodied agents´ communication will be presented. Then, basic principles of human communication are depicted. Drawing on models of perspective taking, common ground, imputing one´s knowledge to others and theory of mind, necessities for the human agent communication are derived. In the next step, recent implementations from various research groups are presented that take first steps into this direction. Finally, conclusions for future research are drawn.
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Wachsmuth Ipke, Knoblich Günther (2008) Modeling communication with robots and virtual humans: second ZIF research group international workshop on embodied communication in humans and machines, bielefeld, Germany, april 5-8, 2006, revised selected papers. Dordrecht, Springer.
Pages: 222-240
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-540-79037-2_12
Full citation:
Krämer Nicole C. (2008) „Theory of mind as a theoretical prerequisite to model communication with virtual humans“, In: I. Wachsmuth & G. Knoblich (eds.), Modeling communication with robots and virtual humans, Dordrecht, Springer, 222–240.