What is the Levels-of-Processing Theory?
A rationale for the way in which memory recollections of stimuli is related to the amount, depth, and strength of mental processing involved.
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What is Flashbulb Memory?
A component of memory which stores significant events mainly in visual and auditory memory.
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What is Procedural Memory?
A component of long-term memory responsible for storing practical information and know-hows.
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What is Semantic Memory?
A component of long-term memory responsible for storing facts and general knowledge.
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What is Episodic Memory?
A component of long-term memory responsible for storing images of an individual’s personal experiences.
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What is a Rehearsal?
A technique often used to improve information retention, which involves mental repetition of information.
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What is Short-Term or Working Memory?
The component of memory which stores a limited amount of information for a few seconds.
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What is Attention?
A conscious focus on certain stimuli over others.
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What is Perception?
The interpretation and understanding that an individual derives from stimuli.
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What is a Sensory Register?
A component of memory which collects and holds information for short periods of time.
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