Memory lecture Flashcards
What is the basic idea behimd the information-processing view of the memory? What are the three types of memory? (according to this view)
How do the three types of memory differ in duration and capacity?
Distinguish between declarative and procedural memory, give an example of each. Do the same for semantic and episodic memory. What are some ways they differ?
Describe the concept of Flashbulb memory and give an example. Why are arousing events more memorable?
What is Depth-of-processing principle? How does it relate to memory? Give an example of shallow, medium and deep processing. How can we improve our in depth of processing?
What are the steps in the SPAR method of studying? How does the SPAR method encourage self-monitoring?
Describe the serial order (position) effect, and its components, the primacy and recency effect.
What is encoding specificity and state dependent memory? Give an example of both from everyday life.
How does interference, decay, lack of retrieval cues and brain damage account for forgetting?
What is amnesia? What is the difference between anterograde and retrograde amnesia?
What is Korsakoff’s syndrome?
