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1. Memory The persistence of learning over time through the encoding, storage, and
retrieval of information
2. Information-pro- A cognitive understanding of memory, emphasizing how information is
cessing Model changed when it is encoded, stored, and retrieved.
3. 3 Types of 1. Sensory memory
Memo- ry
2. Short-term memory
3. Long-term memory
4. Stimulus Anything that you can pick up with your five senses.
5. Sensory A type of storage that holds sensory information for a few seconds or
Memory less.
6. Sperling's Classic demonstration of iconic memory; he flashed a series of letters
Experi- ment on a screen and found that subjects could remember just a few.
However, when he sounded a tone that corresponded to a certain row
AFTER the letters were flashed, he found that subjects were able to
recall the letters of that row with almost 100% accuracy.
7. Short-Term Activated memory that holds a few items briefly, such as the seven digits of
Memory a phone number while dialing, before the information is stored or
forgotten... Attention is the key to transfer sensory information to
short-term memory.
8. Primary Memory The part of the memory where the data and programs that are in use at
the time are stored.
9. Working A newer understanding of short-term memory that involves conscious,
Memory active pro-
cessing of incoming auditory and visual-spatial information, and of
information retrieved from long-term memory.
10. Chunk A meaningful grouping of stimuli that can be stored as a unit in short-term
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memory.
11. Ability to encode and recall meaningful language units, such as a list of
words.
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Verbal-Auditory
Memory
12. Visual-SpatialUses sequences of events, patterns, images, and math skills.
Working
Memory
13. Patricia Study the occurred in the UK with kids and predicted their performance on exams
Alloway Study at 7, 11, 14 based on their Working Memory at age 5.
Research suggests that working memory can be improved and strengthened.
14. Working Memory Refers to one's ability to hold and manipulate information in conscious
attention...
Capacity varies by individual.
15. Long-Term Mem-
The relatively permanent and limitless storehouse of the memory system. Includes
ory
knowledge, skills, and experiences.
16. Encoding The processing of information into the memory system—for example,
by extract- ing meaning.
17. Elaborative A memory technique that involves thinking about the meaning of the
Re- hearsal
term to be remembered, as opposed to simply repeating the word to
yourself over and over. attributing personal meaning to information
18. Self-Referent Ef-
fect (cookies and booze)
19. Procedural Deciding how or whether information is personally relevant. elaborative
(Im- plicit) rehearsal is process of acquiring this ettect
Memory
One of the two types of long term memory. Procedural memory is the
20. Declarative memory of physical actions. This is stored in your cerebellum. Examples
(Ex- plicit) would include riding a bike, swinging a golf club, or walking.
Memory
Type of long-term memory containing information that is conscious a
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1. Memory The persistence of learning over time through the encoding, storage, and
retrieval of information
2. Information-pro- A cognitive understanding of memory, emphasizing how information is
cessing Model changed when it is encoded, stored, and retrieved.
3. 3 Types of 1. Sensory memory
Memo- ry
2. Short-term memory
3. Long-term memory
4. Stimulus Anything that you can pick up with your five senses.
5. Sensory A type of storage that holds sensory information for a few seconds or
Memory less.
6. Sperling's Classic demonstration of iconic memory; he flashed a series of letters
Experi- ment on a screen and found that subjects could remember just a few.
However, when he sounded a tone that corresponded to a certain row
AFTER the letters were flashed, he found that subjects were able to
recall the letters of that row with almost 100% accuracy.
7. Short-Term Activated memory that holds a few items briefly, such as the seven digits of
Memory a phone number while dialing, before the information is stored or
forgotten... Attention is the key to transfer sensory information to
short-term memory.
8. Primary Memory The part of the memory where the data and programs that are in use at
the time are stored.
9. Working A newer understanding of short-term memory that involves conscious,
Memory active pro-
cessing of incoming auditory and visual-spatial information, and of
information retrieved from long-term memory.
10. Chunk A meaningful grouping of stimuli that can be stored as a unit in short-term
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,CPSY 602 Final Exam questions with verified
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memory.
11. Ability to encode and recall meaningful language units, such as a list of
words.
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,CPSY 602 Final Exam questions with verified
solutions passed
Verbal-Auditory
Memory
12. Visual-SpatialUses sequences of events, patterns, images, and math skills.
Working
Memory
13. Patricia Study the occurred in the UK with kids and predicted their performance on exams
Alloway Study at 7, 11, 14 based on their Working Memory at age 5.
Research suggests that working memory can be improved and strengthened.
14. Working Memory Refers to one's ability to hold and manipulate information in conscious
attention...
Capacity varies by individual.
15. Long-Term Mem-
The relatively permanent and limitless storehouse of the memory system. Includes
ory
knowledge, skills, and experiences.
16. Encoding The processing of information into the memory system—for example,
by extract- ing meaning.
17. Elaborative A memory technique that involves thinking about the meaning of the
Re- hearsal
term to be remembered, as opposed to simply repeating the word to
yourself over and over. attributing personal meaning to information
18. Self-Referent Ef-
fect (cookies and booze)
19. Procedural Deciding how or whether information is personally relevant. elaborative
(Im- plicit) rehearsal is process of acquiring this ettect
Memory
One of the two types of long term memory. Procedural memory is the
20. Declarative memory of physical actions. This is stored in your cerebellum. Examples
(Ex- plicit) would include riding a bike, swinging a golf club, or walking.
Memory
Type of long-term memory containing information that is conscious a
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