Domain-Independent Knowledge

A Domain-Independent Knowledge is a knowledge that is specific to a particular domain that can be applied across different domains or disciplines.

• Context:
  • It can be information that is accumulated over time through various mediums.
• Example(s):
  • Common Sense Knowledge.
  • Local Knowledge, such as knowledge of day-to-day events.
  • Critical Thinking,
  • Problem-Solving,
  • Mathematical Reasoning,
  • …
• Counter-Example(s):
  • Domain-Specific Knowledge,
  • Historical/Cultural Knowledge,
  • Legal/Regulatory Knowledge,
  • Technical Knowledge.
• See: Domain-Independent Ontology, Domain Independent, Semantic Memory, Schema (Psychology).

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References

2023

• (ChapGPT-OpenAI, 2023) ⇒ https://chat.openai.com/chat Retrieved:2023-03-26.
  • Q: What is a Domain-Independent Knowledge?
  • A: Domain-independent knowledge refers to information, skills, and abilities that are not specific to a particular domain or field. In other words, it is knowledge that can be applied across different domains or disciplines.

    Examples of domain-independent knowledge include critical thinking skills, problem-solving skills, communication skills, and mathematical reasoning abilities. These skills and abilities can be applied in a wide range of settings, from business to science to the arts.

    Domain-independent knowledge is considered essential for success in today's rapidly changing and increasingly interconnected world. Individuals who possess strong domain-independent skills are often better equipped to adapt to new situations, learn new information quickly, and effectively collaborate with others from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.

2020

• (Wikipedia, 2020) ⇒ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/general_knowledge Retrieved:2020-10-29.
  • General knowledge is information that has been accumulated over time through various mediums. It excludes specialized learning that can only be obtained with extensive training and information confined to a single medium. General knowledge is an essential component of crystallized intelligence. It is strongly associated with general intelligence and with openness to experience. Studies have found that people who are highly knowledgeable in a particular domain tend to be knowledgeable in many. General knowledge is thought to be supported by long-term semantic memory ability. General knowledge also supports schemata for textual understanding. In 2019, it was found in a survey that New Zealanders had "concerning" gaps in their general knowledge.

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