Generational Taste Formation and Cultural Markets: A Develecological Approach to Cultural Change
摘要
Cultural change is a complex phenomenon shaped by interactions across multiple levels of society, from individual experiences to institutional structures. This study proposes an agent-based model (ABM) inspired by Bronfenbrenner’s Developmental Ecology (Develecology) framework to examine generational shifts in cultural tastes and media markets. Our model simulates the role of demographic patterns, peer socialization, and organizational structures (e.g., schools) in shaping individual tastes and, over time, broader cultural trends. By applying principles of Develecology, we aim to model culture as a dynamic, adaptive system, capturing how taste cultures emerge, evolve, and diverge across generations. This approach offers a foundational framework for studying cultural evolution and has potential for broader applications in understanding intergenerational differences and market shifts. Early results show promise in reflecting historical cultural dynamics, suggesting the model’s capacity to provide insights into the mechanisms that shape cultural continuity and change over time.