working memory model

Question 1

what is the definition of the episodic buffer?

Answer 1

co-ordinates sight, hearing and movement information from working memory to the long term memory via sequences.

starting point for action

limited capacity

Question 2

what is the definition of the central executive?

Answer 2

control centre of the working memory model

uses 3 systems to control all the information moving in and out of memory

where selective attention takes place

involved in problem solving/ decision making

Question 3

what is the definition of visuospatial sketchpad?

Answer 3

temporarily stores visual and spatial information

feel of movement- kinesthesis

visual cache- form and colour

inner scribe- spatial and movement info

Question 4

what is the definition of the phonological loop?

Answer 4

deals with auditory information from senses

produces a memory trace (mental idea of the skill)

articulatory control system- inner voice

phonological store- inner ear