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What is the primary characteristic of model-free strategies in problem solving?
What is the primary characteristic of model-free strategies in problem solving?
What does the embedding function do in the context of decision-making?
What does the embedding function do in the context of decision-making?
How do experts typically estimate Q values in novel situations?
How do experts typically estimate Q values in novel situations?
What distinguishes model-based strategies from model-free strategies?
What distinguishes model-based strategies from model-free strategies?
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What challenge might arise from large state spaces in reinforcement learning?
What challenge might arise from large state spaces in reinforcement learning?
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What does a model-free learner rely on to make decisions?
What does a model-free learner rely on to make decisions?
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Which action approach allows for predicting the outcomes of actions in new states?
Which action approach allows for predicting the outcomes of actions in new states?
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What is a key attribute of a model-based system?
What is a key attribute of a model-based system?
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In the context of learning strategies, which approach is typically faster?
In the context of learning strategies, which approach is typically faster?
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What can a model-free learner NOT do compared to a model-based learner?
What can a model-free learner NOT do compared to a model-based learner?
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What complicates the use of optimal decision-making strategies?
What complicates the use of optimal decision-making strategies?
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What is the role of heuristic search in decision making?
What is the role of heuristic search in decision making?
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What does the Q value represent in the context of playing Tic-Tac-Toe?
What does the Q value represent in the context of playing Tic-Tac-Toe?
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What distinguishes supervised learning from unsupervised learning?
What distinguishes supervised learning from unsupervised learning?
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In cognitive science, what is the first step in problem solving?
In cognitive science, what is the first step in problem solving?
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What are the two main approaches to deciding on the next action in reinforcement learning?
What are the two main approaches to deciding on the next action in reinforcement learning?
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What is the primary goal of reinforcement learning for an agent?
What is the primary goal of reinforcement learning for an agent?
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What does Q(uality) Learning assess?
What does Q(uality) Learning assess?
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What is model-free decision-making in reinforcement learning based on?
What is model-free decision-making in reinforcement learning based on?
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How did reinforcement learning emerge in the 1970s?
How did reinforcement learning emerge in the 1970s?
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Why is reinforcement learning relevant to understanding human and animal behavior?
Why is reinforcement learning relevant to understanding human and animal behavior?
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What role does 'Current state' play in the context of reinforcement learning?
What role does 'Current state' play in the context of reinforcement learning?
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In reinforcement learning, what is evaluated to facilitate decision-making?
In reinforcement learning, what is evaluated to facilitate decision-making?
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Reinforcement Learning
- A field that combines psychological learning theories (like classical conditioning) and control theory (from mechanical engineering).
- Useful for understanding agents that make repeated decisions in an environment to achieve goals.
- Algorithms are applicable to AI systems and explain human/animal behaviour.
Problem Solving
- In cognitive science, "solving a problem" means identifying a goal/reward state and taking steps to achieve it.
- Problem-solving often involves multiple steps and figuring out the right next step.
- Actions can either rely on previous experience ("model-free") or a multi-step plan ("model-based").
Learning Strategies
- Unsupervised learning: Identifying patterns in the world without a predetermined goal.
- Supervised learning: Learning the correct response to a stimulus.
Q-Learning
- Q-value represents the quality of an action in a specific state. It is the sum of expected future rewards.
- Learning Q-values involves observing past experiences to predict future outcomes of actions.
- The highest quality action is chosen based on the calculated Q-values.
Tic-Tac-Toe Example
- Understanding Q-values in a game involves determining the probability of winning after a specific action.
- Q-value for playing X in a particular position (e.g., top-left corner) is calculated based on past win/loss records from that starting position.
Chess Example
- Analyzing a board position involves determining which action (move) has a higher associated Q-value based on past observations/simulations.
Model-Free Learning
- Learning Q-values purely from experience, without a model of how actions affect the environment.
- It doesn't require a model of how actions change states.
- Quickly makes decisions.
Model-Based Learning
- Using a model of the environment to predict the effects of potential actions.
- It creates a plan outlining the actions for achieving a goal.
- Adapts to environmental changes.
Combining Model-Free and Model-Based Methods
- Many real-world AI systems combine model-free and model-based algorithms to leverage the strengths of both.
Real-World Problems
- Real-world applications often involve complex state spaces and continuous actions.
- Rewards might be far in the future.
- Learning models may require extremely large numbers of attempts (or "training").
Expertise in Problem-Solving
- Experts identify the most important aspects of a state.
- Estimate expected Q (quality) without simulating future possibilities of actions.
- Rely on pre-learned, automatic action sequences, rather than conscious decision-making.
Examples of Learning Agents
- AlphaGo: The first program to master Go using neural networks and tree search.
- AlphaGo Zero: Learned to play Go without any human knowledge.
- AlphaZero: Masters perfect-information games using a single algorithm.
- MuZero: Learns game rules and applies knowledge to unknown environments.
Summary of Reinforcement Learning
- The framework of reinforcement learning describes a variety of strategies.
- Model-free strategies use stored knowledge of actions contributing to goals.
- Model-based strategies create explicit action plans to achieve goals.
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Test your knowledge on the different strategies in reinforcement learning, focusing on model-free and model-based approaches. This quiz covers key concepts such as Q values, decision-making, and challenges in large state spaces. Dive into the intricacies of how experts navigate through unfamiliar situations in this domain.
