Domain generality versus modality specificity: the paradox of statistical learning.

Citation:

R Frost, Armstrong, B.C. , Siegelman, N. , and Christiansen, M.H. . 2015. “Domain Generality Versus Modality Specificity: The Paradox Of Statistical Learning.”. Trends In Cognitive Sciences, 19, Pp. 117-125. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1364661314002770.

Abstract:

* Statistical learning (SL) theory is challenged by modality/stimulus-specific effects. * We argue that SL is shaped by both modality-specific constraints and domain-general principles. * SL relies on modality-specific neural networks and partially shared neural networks. * Studies of individual differences provide targeted insights into mechanisms of SL.