Explanation For Forgetting: Interference Flashcards
What is proactive interference?
When old information interferes with new learning
Likely to occur when memories are similar.
What is retroactive interference?
When new information interferes with old information
Can disrupt recall of previously learned information.
What is the main explanation for forgetting in the context of interference?
Memories can be overshadowed or disrupted by another memory
This is often observed in research settings.
What is a limitation of most research on memory interference?
Lacks ecological validity
Findings may not relate to everyday use of memory.
Who conducted a study on rugby players related to retroactive interference?
Baddeley and Hitch (1977)
They found that players who missed games forgot more teams.
What did Baddeley and Hitch’s study support?
Retroactive interference
New information interfered with recall of old information.
What did Kanet Engle’s research indicate about individual differences in memory?
Some individuals are less affected by proactive interference
Higher span participants could recall better despite interference.
What was the method used by Kanet Engle to test memory interference?
Participants learned three word lists
The third list was impacted less by proactive interference in higher span participants.
What role does Anderson (2000) suggest for interference in forgetting?
Interference plays a role, but its significance is unclear
Works but requires similar memories to occur.
True or False: Interference is an important explanation for everyday forgetting.
False
It is considered an unimportant explanation for everyday forgetting.
