Epistemic and poietic intentional processes

Abstract We examine the intentional processes that correspond to conceptualizations of activities performed by subjects with intention achieving an objective. Taking as its basis a general framework processes, two types such process are considered: epistemic ones, aimed at acquiring knowledge about something, and poietic bringing something. The “something” is understood anything can pertain to: physical, mental or abstract object, phenomenon, state affairs, etc. generic features discussed, focus on: (1) common for well on differentiate them, (2) dynamic static (3) issues involved in controlling progression towards intended objectives. latter issue essential part our considerations, former establish necessary conceptual framework. presented analysis aims shedding light these aspects human which be considered virtually independent any specific area activity, it natural sciences, humanities technology.