Training machine learning models often requires substantial amounts of data, but obtaining high-quality data for certain tasks can be challenging. For scenarios involving real-world situations, data collection may be time-intensive, costly or even impractical. Simulated learning offers a practical solution by providing virtual environments where machine learning models can be trained efficiently and effectively without relying exclusively on real-world data. Tech Xplore brought this important topic to our attention in their article, “Simulating learning methodology: An approach to machine learning automation.”
This approach has gained prominence in fields such as robotics, autonomous driving and healthcare, where real-world data can be limited, difficult to obtain, or ethically complex. Simulated learning enables models to operate in controlled, synthetic environments that replicate real-world conditions. These virtual settings allow models to “learn” by interacting with simulated scenarios, refining their performance in a safe and resource-efficient manner.
The adoption of simulated learning highlights the growing need for transparency in artificial intelligence (AI). Many organizations still lack a clear understanding of how AI systems make decisions. Tools like explainable AI address this gap by providing insights into the logic and processes behind machine learning algorithms, fostering greater trust and usability.
Melody K. Smith
Sponsored by Access Innovations, the intelligence and the technology behind world-class explainable AI solutions.