Models, systems, and descriptions

Frontiers in Computer Science

Computer Science

Birger Møller-Pedersen¹  Terje Gjøsæter²  Themis Dimitra Xanthopoulou³  Andreas Prinz³  Martin Engebretsen⁴ 

[1] Department of Informatics, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway;Department of Information Systems, University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway;Department of Information and Communication Technology, University of Agder, Grimstad, Norway;Department of Nordic and Media Studies, University of Agder, Kristiansand, Norway;

关键词: model;    system;    description;    meaning;    snapshot;    static;    dynamic;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fcomp.2023.1031807

 received in 2022-08-30, accepted in 2023-02-14,  发布年份 2023

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

There are many different notions of models in different areas of science that are often not aligned, making it difficult to discuss them across disciplines. In this study, we look at the differences between physical models and mental models as well as the difference between static and dynamic models. Semiotics provides a philosophical underpinning by explaining meaning-making. This allows for identifying a common ground between models in different areas. We use examples from natural sciences and linguistics to illustrate different approaches and concepts and to find commonalities. This study distinguishes between systems, models, and descriptions of models. This distinction allows us to understand the commonalities of mental and physical models in different areas.

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