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1Arché Philosophical Research Centre, University of St Andrews, 17-19 College Street, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9AL Scotland.
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|May 26, 2023
Summary
This study introduces a framework to evaluate concepts for conceptual engineering. It finds the psychological concept of concept superior for making conceptual engineering actionable.
Area of Science:
- Philosophy of Science
- Cognitive Science
Background:
- Conceptual engineering aims to refine concepts but lacks a framework for evaluating concepts of concepts.
- Existing approaches to conceptual engineering do not specify how concepts themselves should be understood.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a methodological framework for evaluating concepts of concepts for conceptual engineering.
- To contrast philosophical and psychological concepts of concept for their utility in conceptual engineering.
Main Methods:
- Development of a methodological framework for evaluating concepts of concepts.
- Typological contrast between philosophical and psychological concepts of concept.
- Evaluation of competing concepts of concept using the proposed framework.
Main Results:
- The psychological concept of concept is more conducive to conceptual engineering than the philosophical one.
- The proposed framework provides a baseline for improving concepts of concept for practical application.
Conclusions:
- The psychological concept of concept offers a more actionable foundation for conceptual engineering.
- Further refinement of the concept of concept can enhance the practice of conceptual engineering.
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