Language use: A performance model

  • J. A. Moyne
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Abstract

A model for language use or performance is given which is essentially independent of the standard theories for language acquisition and competence (the knowledge of language). Comparisons with computer models for language understanding are provided. It is suggested that basic research in human language comprehension must precede construction of new artificial intelligence models.

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Ambiguity artificial intelligence competence theory comprehension computational linguistics database interaction knowledge representation language use linguistic models performance theory transformational grammar 
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© Plenum Publishing Corporation 1980

Authors and Affiliations

  • J. A. Moyne
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  1. 1.Department of Computer ScienceQueens College of The City University of New YorkUSA

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