Me 2.3 Introduction to Memory

Question 1

Learning that persists over time. Information that has been acquired, stored, and can be retrieved

Answer 1

Memory

Question 2

A measure of memory in which one must retrieve information out of the memory system (fill in the blanks test)

Answer 2

Recall

Question 3

A measure of memory in which one identifies items previously learned. (multiple choice test)

Answer 3

Recognition

Question 4

Getting information into our memory system.

Answer 4

Encoding

Question 5

A measure of memory in which one learns something again. One learns more quickly when learning something again.

Answer 5

Relearning

Question 6

Processing multiple aspects of a stimulus simultaneously.

Answer 6

Parallel Processing

Question 7

The process of retaining information over time.

Answer 7

Storage

Question 8

A model that views memories as interconnected neural networks. Specific memories arise from particular activation patterns and they change every time we learn something. (An example of neuroplasticity)

Answer 8

Connectionism

Question 9

Briefly, immediately recorded memory in the memory system
Example: Remembering a visual image for a fraction of a second (iconic memory) or an echo of a sound (echoic memory)

Answer 9

Sensory Memory

Question 10

Briefly activated memory of a few items that is later stored or forgotten. Example: Remembering a phone number long enough to dial it

Answer 10

Short-Term Memory

Question 11

The relatively permanent and limitless archive of the memory system.
Example: Remembering your first pet’s name

Answer 11

Long-Term Memory

Question 12

1. Record to-be-remembered information as sensory memory
2. Then process information into short term memory, where it is encoded through rehearsal
3. Moves into long-term memory for permanent storage for later retrieval

Answer 12

Multi-store model

Question 13

A stage where short and long term memories combine in a way in which our brain actively processes new information by linking our new experiences with long term memory

Answer 13

Working Memory

Question 14

Repetition of a piece of information to keep it within your active short-term memory. ex)repeating a telephone number until it has been dialled

Answer 14

Maintenance Rehearsal

Question 15

memory technique that involves thinking about the meaning of the term to be remembered. A technique to help the short-term memory into long-term storage

Answer 15

Elaborative rehearsal

Question 16

acts as the control centre of the working memory system. It directs attention and manages cognitive processes like problem-solving and decision-making. It decides what we should focus our attention on

Answer 16

central executive

Question 17

component of working memory that controls the articulatory system and stores speech-based, hearing information for a short period, typically a few seconds.

Answer 17

phonological loop

Question 18

handles visual and spatial information.

It allows you to visualise objects and their locations in space,
aiding in tasks that require spatial awareness and manipulation

When navigating a new city, the visuospatial sketchpad helps
you form a mental map, visualise routes, and remember landmarks

Answer 18

visuospatial sketchpad

Question 19

The formation of new neurones

Answer 19

Neurogenesis

Question 20

electric currents pass through the brain, intentionally causing a brief seizure. wipes out last 10 seconds because you cannot consolidate (process into memory into long-term storage) before being knocked out.

Answer 20

Electroconvulsive therapy

Question 21

It releases more serotonin and increases the amount of synapses

Answer 21

What does learning do to neurones?

Question 22

biological process where synaptic connections between neurones become stronger with frequent activation or intensity

Answer 22

Long-Term Potentiation