Explain How Learning Occurs in a Connectionist Network

question 28

Essay

Explain how learning occurs in a connectionist network. Describe the process of back propagation. How is the pattern of output activity in a network adjusted so that the output signal matches the correct signal for a given stimulus?

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Definitions:

Emotions

Are complex psychological states that involve physiological, behavioral, and cognitive reactions to stimuli or situations.

Performance

The level of achievement or execution of a task, measured against pre-set standards or goals.

Personality Differences

Variations in individual behaviors, emotions, motivations, and thought processes that make each person unique.

Heredity

The passing on of physical or mental characteristics genetically from one generation to another.