Experimental Learning in Prodigy

Experimental Learning in Prodigy

This module allows Prodigy to modify domain knowledge when inconsistancies arise between expected results and observed results. Experimentation occurs in four phases; Triggering, Design, Observation, and Assimilation. Triggering occurs when an inconsistancy is detected. Next, in the design phase Prodigy plans a sequence of actions to observe side effects that cause the inconsistancy. These actions are selected so as to minimize their interference with Prodigy's current planning. In the observation phase, PRODIGY monitors the actions to observe their side effects. Last, in the assimilation phase Prodigy modifies its domain knowledge based on the new information attained through experimentation.


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