MEMORY Flashcards
What is memory?
Learning that has persisted over time, is stored and re-called
Re-call
Measure of memory in which we retreive info learned earlier. e.g. Short answer Q’s
Recognition
Measure of memory, recognising items previously learned
Re-learning
The time you save while learning a previously known concept again
Implicit memory w example
Unconscious memory that can be expressed through behavior e.g.riding a bike, typing, cooking
Explicit/Declarative memory w example
Memory that’s actively re-called like facts and experiences e.g. birthdays, recall an event
7 ways we forget…
Decay, Failure to store, motivated forgetting, interference
Semantic memory
type of declarative memory: General facts and knowledge
Episodic memory
Type of declaritive memory: episodes or events from personal experience
Procedural memory
Memory of procedures and skills
Everyday memory
Memory that occurs in daily life
Working memory
Temporary storage and processing of memory. Used to solve problems assist with demands
Short term memory
LImitied duration and capacity. 10-20seconds (longer if repeated)
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