Psychology: Memory

žA clear memory of an emotionally significant moment or event.

• echoic memory
• flashbulb memory
• implicit memory
• explicit memory

The processing of information into the memory system.

• encoding
• storage
• retrieval
• automatic processing

The retention (saving) of encoded material over time.

• encoding
• storage
• retrieval
• rehearsal

The process of getting the information back out of memory storage.

• encoding
• storage
• retrieval
• Next-in-line-effect

The persistence of learning over time through the encoding, storage and retrieval of information.

• memory
• learning
• serial position effect
• semantic learning

The first stage of memory that involves information bombarding us every second.  

• sensory memory
• short-term memory
• automatic processing
• effortful processing

Information can be held in this storage bank for around 30 seconds with out rehearsal.

• short-term memory
• long-term memory
• sensory memory
• visual encoding

The most common effortful processing technique where information is repeated.  

• rehearsal
• mnemonic
• recall
• recognition

Studying in small bursts over a period of time.  

• spacing effect
• cramming
• iconic memory
• echoic memory

A memory aid

• mnemonic
• chunking
• implicit memory
• explicit memory