Memory - Coding, Capacity & Duration Flashcards
1
Q
Define Coding
A
How information is learnt.
E.g. Semantically (Through it’s meaning) or Acoustically (Sound)
2
Q
Define Capacity
A
Refers to the amount of information that can be stored in memory.
3
Q
Define Duration
A
Refers to how long information can be stored in memory
4
Q
What is STM capacity, coding & duration?
A
Capacity : 5-9 items| Coding : Acoustically| Duration : 18 - 30 seconds
5
Q
What is LTM Capacity, coding & duration?
A
Capacity : Unlimited| Coding : Semantically| Duration : Lifetime
6
Q
What is chunking?
A
Grouping sets of digits or letters into units or chunks to help remember them better
7
Q
Define STM
A
The limited capacity memory store
8
Q
Define LTM
A
The permanent memory store
