What are the two things that Embodied Cognition, as a way of doing science about the mind, resists? Identify each of these two mainstays of traditional philosophy of mind. Explain in your own words why and how EC seeks to offer an alternative to these two common assumptions about mind, to the best of your understanding so far.

Short essay questions: For questions 1 and 2, I suggest at least three paragraphs for your response. Responses should make reference to the assigned readings only, should use quotes, and should offer original interpretations and examples to demonstrate your understanding of terms, quotes, etc.
1. What are the two things that Embodied Cognition, as a way of doing science about the mind, resists? Identify each of these two mainstays of traditional philosophy of mind. Explain in your own words why and how EC seeks to offer an alternative to these two common assumptions about mind, to the best of your understanding so far. (4 points)
2. Define and explain the concept of intentionality. How have different authors used this term? Why is it important to EC? (4 points)

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