Adaptive Strategy Selection for Concept Learning.

Abstract

In this paper, we explore the use of genetic algorithms (GAs) to construct a system called GABIL that continually learns and refines concept classification rules from its interaction with the environment. The performance of this system is compared with that of two other concept learners (NEWGEM and C4.5) on a suite of target concepts. From this comparison, we identify strategies responsible for the success of these concept learners. We then implement a subset of these strategies within GABIL to produce a multistrategy concept learner. Finally, this multistrategy concept learner is further enhanced by allowing the GAs to adaptively select the appropriate strategies. (AN)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1995
Accession Number
ADA294086

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  • Diana F. Gordon
  • William M. Spears

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  • United States Naval Research Laboratory

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  • Accuracy
  • Adaptive Systems
  • Algorithms
  • Artificial Intelligence
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  • Breast Cancer
  • Classification
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  • Genetic Algorithms
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  • AI & ML
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