Single Idea 2507

[catalogued under 18. Thought / B. Mechanics of Thought / 3. Modularity of Mind]

Full Idea

Probably, modular computation doesn't explain how minds are rational; it's just a sort of precursor. You work through it to get a view of how horribly hard our rationality is to understand.

Gist of Idea

Rationality rises above modules

Source

Jerry A. Fodor (In a Critical Condition [2000], Ch.17)

Book Reference

Fodor,Jerry A.: 'In Critical Condition' [MIT 2000], p.207


A Reaction

The choice is between a Self which weighs and judges the inputs, or merely decisions that automatically result from the balance of inputs. The latter seems unlikely. Vetoes are essential.