Exploring the dynamics of collective cognition using a computational model of cognitive dissonance

Paul R. Smart; Katia Sycara; Darren P. Richardson

doi:10.1117/12.2016397

28 May 2013 Exploring the dynamics of collective cognition using a computational model of cognitive dissonance

Paul R. Smart, Katia Sycara, Darren P. Richardson

Proceedings Volume 8758, Next-Generation Analyst; 87580H (2013) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2016397
Event: SPIE Defense, Security, and Sensing, 2013, Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Abstract

The socially-distributed nature of cognitive processing in a variety of organizational settings means that there is increasing scientific interest in the factors that affect collective cognition. In military coalitions, for example, there is a need to understand how factors such as communication network topology, trust, cultural differences and the potential for miscommunication affects the ability of distributed teams to generate high quality plans, to formulate effective decisions and to develop shared situation awareness. The current paper presents a computational model and associated simulation capability for performing in silico experimental analyses of collective sensemaking. This model can be used in combination with the results of human experimental studies in order to improve our understanding of the factors that influence collective sensemaking processes.

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Paul R. Smart, Katia Sycara, and Darren P. Richardson "Exploring the dynamics of collective cognition using a computational model of cognitive dissonance", Proc. SPIE 8758, Next-Generation Analyst, 87580H (28 May 2013); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2016397

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