A model of primitive consciousness based on system-level learning activity in autonomous adaptation

Abstract

Although many models of consciousness have been proposed from various viewpoints, these models have not been based on learning activities in a whole system with capability of autonomous adaptation. Through investigating a learning process as the whole system, consciousness is basically modeled as system level learning activity to modify both own configuration and states in autonomous adaptation. The model not only explains the time delay of Libet's experiment, but also is positioned as an improved model of Global Workspace Theory. © 2013 Springer-Verlag.