Explore the fascinating world of language evolution through a comprehensive lecture that delves into simple models explaining how languages develop and change over time. Gain insights into the mechanisms driving linguistic transformations, the factors influencing language diversity, and the patterns of language spread across populations. Examine theoretical frameworks and computational simulations that shed light on the complex processes shaping human communication systems. Discover how researchers apply these models to understand historical language changes and predict future linguistic trends. Engage with cutting-edge research in the field of evolutionary linguistics and its implications for our understanding of human culture and cognition.
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Simple Models of Language Evolution
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Santa Fe Institute