Artificial Intelligence and the Limits of the Humanities
Artificial Intelligence and the Limits of the Humanities
Author(s): Włodzisław DuchSubject(s): History, Philosophy, Language and Literature Studies, Fine Arts / Performing Arts, Epistemology, Logic, Theology and Religion, Cognitive linguistics, Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Science, Culture and social structure , Cognitive Psychology, Theory of Literature, ICT Information and Communications Technologies
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Śląskiego
Keywords: digital humanities; cognitive science; artificial intelligence; knowledge; limits of understanding; generative art
Summary/Abstract: The complexity of cultures in the modern world is beyond human comprehension. Cognitive sciences cast doubts on the traditional explanations based on mental models. The core subjects in the humanities may lose their importance. The humanities have to adapt to the digital age. New, interdisciplinary branches of the humanities emerge. Instant access to information will be replaced by instant access to knowledge. Understanding the cognitive limitations of humans and the opportunities opened by the development of artificial intelligence and interdisciplinary research necessary to address global challenges is the key to the revitalization of the humanities. Artificial intelligence will radically change the humanities, from art to political sciences and philosophy, making these disciplines attractive to students and enabling them to surpass current limitations. The main goal of this article is to alert people working on different branches of humanities that a new wave of very advanced technology is quickly coming, enhancing human intellect in an unprecedented way.
Journal: ER(R)GO. Teoria-Literatura-Kultura
- Issue Year: 2024
- Issue No: 48
- Page Range: 269-297
- Page Count: 29
- Language: English
