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(2008) Modeling communication with robots and virtual humans, Dordrecht, Springer.
Theory of mind as a theoretical prerequisite to model communication with virtual humans
Nicole C. Krämer
pp. 222-240
Given the weaknesses that most current implementations of conver- sational virtual humans show, it is argued that future developments might benefit from the incorporation of a theory of mind. First, findings concerning the effects of current embodied agents´ communication will be presented. Then, basic principles of human communication are depicted. Drawing on models of perspective taking, common ground, imputing one´s knowledge to others and theory of mind, necessities for the human agent communication are derived. In the next step, recent implementations from various research groups are presented that take first steps into this direction. Finally, conclusions for future research are drawn.
Publication details
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-540-79037-2_12
Full citation:
Krämer, N. C. (2008)., Theory of mind as a theoretical prerequisite to model communication with virtual humans, in I. Wachsmuth & G. Knoblich (eds.), Modeling communication with robots and virtual humans, Dordrecht, Springer, pp. 222-240.
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