OMax is an improvisation software based on a graph representation encoding the pattern repetitions and structures of a sequence, built incrementally and in real-time from a live Midi or Audio source. We present in this paper a totally rewritten version of the software. The new design leads to refine the spectral listening of OMax and to consider different methods to build the symbolic alphabet ...

This paper addresses the notion of dialectics in linguistic bodies theory. First, it presents as a three-aspect concept, namely, ontological aspect, methodological and dialectical model. Subsequently, discusses aspect model and, based on enactivist notions concreteness abstraction, suggests that can be conceived two-fold concept: epistemological. suggestion intends to avoid paradox we are led b...

theoretical level. 34 # software cultural criticism A working principle has been established in the previous section: that any terms of reference are not definitive but only function as ideas in progress for further development. Criticism of the terms under discussion is an expected part of any critical work. The parenthesised subtitle of Matthew Fuller’s essay ‘Behind the Blip’ suggests as muc...

Mindfulness as a clinical and nonclinical intervention for a variety of symptoms has recently received a substantial amount of interest. Although the application of mindfulness appears straightforward and its effectiveness is well supported, the concept may easily be misunderstood. This misunderstanding may severely limit the benefit of mindfulness-based interventions. It is therefore necessary...

This essay aims to demonstrate the theoretical purchase offered by linking Dewey’s educational theory with a rigorous account of dialectical development. Drawing on recent literature which emphasizes the continuing influence of Hegel on Dewey’s thought throughout the latter’s career, this essay reconstructs Dewey’s argument regarding the detrimental effects of “external aims” (e.g., grades, sta...

This paper reports research concerning issues involved in adopting a computational dialectics approach to develop a computerised system for educational debate. In particular, we consider the construction and usability evaluation of a human computer debating system. The system has been fully implemented and an initial usability evaluation has been undertaken, from which the results are essential...