Valiant, Leslie
The Importance of Being Educable: A New Theory of Human Uniqueness
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691230566
- author:
- Valiant, Leslie
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 21.8 x 14.4 x 3 centimetres (0.4
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Computers,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Importance of Being Educable A New Theory of Human Uniqueness by Leslie Valiant At a critical juncture in history, we must reflect on what makes us human and how our relationship with AI will shape our future. Leslie Valiant presents a provocative new theory that explores the remarkable ability of the human brain to absorb and apply knowledge. This "educability" sets our species apart and has been instrumental in our civilization, but it also comes with vulnerabilities that threaten our collective future. Understanding the nature of our educability is crucial to safeguarding our future. Valiant explains how we process information to learn and apply knowledge, drawing comparisons with other animals and AI systems. He argues that education should be humankind's central preoccupation, and that prioritizing our educability is essential to playing to our species' great strength and protecting our collective future. This book provides a roadmap for navigating the complexities of our relationship with AI and ensuring a steady course for our planet.
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