skill aq - Memory models

Question 2

Explain the different parts of the Atkinson and Shiffron multi store memory model

Answer 2

Sensory memory -> pay attention to stimulus -> Short term memory -> rehearse skill -> Long term memory (can retrieve from LTM to STM)

Question 3

give an advantage and disadvantage of the atkinson and Shiffron model

Answer 3

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* too simple
* explains hoe we deal with large quantities of info
* explain why people with memory loss csn remember things from a long time ago

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* too simple
* does not quantify how much repition is required
* does not account for individual differences

Question 4

what can you do to increase retention of infomation

Answer 4

chunking, repitition, make the infomation relevant

Question 5

Describe the stages of the Craik and Lockhart model

Answer 5

Long term memory

semantic processing (meaning)

phonetic processing (sounds)

structual processing (physical qualities)

Question 6

give a positive and a negative of the craik and lockheart model

Answer 6

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* explain how greater understanding leads to longer memory
* explain how greater analysis improves memory retention

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* difficult to define deep processing
* doesnt consider individual differences