Abstract

Conceptual engineering is the fast-moving research field that means to provide a method to assess and improve any of our concepts working as cognitive devices, that is: to identify conceptual deficiencies, elaborate ameliorative strategies, and prescribe normative guidelines as to whether and how to use a concept. The purpose of this talk is to provide a systematic overview of the program of conceptual engineering so designed (Part 1), with a focus on its foundational issues (Part 2) and methodological framework (Part 3).