Ebbinghaus Flashcards
Who was Hermann Ebbinghaus?
A German psychologist who studied memory scientifically.
What is the Forgetting Curve?
A graph that shows how quickly we forget information over time.
How can we slow down forgetting?
By reviewing information at spaced intervals.
What is the Spacing Effect?
The idea that spreading out learning over time helps us remember better.
Why is cramming ineffective?
Because information is forgotten quickly without spaced repetition.
What is Working Memory?
The short-term system where we hold information while using it.
What is Long-Term Memory?
The storage system where information is kept for a long time.
How do we move information into Long-Term Memory?
Through repetition and meaningful learning.
What is Attention’s role in memory?
It helps us focus on information so our brain can store it.
What happens if we are distracted while learning?
Information is less likely to be remembered.
Why do times tables sometimes seem to disappear from memory?
Because they haven’t been reviewed enough to become long-term memories.
What is Neuroplasticity?
The brain’s ability to change and adapt based on learning.
How do neural connections strengthen?
Through repeated practice and review.
Why is it important to practice regularly?
To build stronger memory pathways in the brain.
What analogy can be used to describe memory pathways?
A path in the forest that becomes clearer with more use.
Why do we forget things quickly after learning them?
Because our brain filters out information it sees as unimportant.
What helps information stick in memory?
Regular review, practice, and making connections to existing knowledge.
What kind of practice is most effective for memory?
Spaced practice rather than massed (crammed) practice.
How can you apply Ebbinghaus’ findings to studying?
By reviewing material regularly and using spaced repetition.
What does reviewing multiple times do to a memory?
It strengthens the neural pathways, making recall easier.
