An Overview of Memory

Overview of Memory What is memory?

Overview of Memory Atkinson-Shiffrin Model Sensory Signals Sensory Memory Short-Term Memory Long-Term Memory ATTENTION REHEARSAL RETRIEVAL

“Types” of Memory Sensory Systems –Auditory, Visual, etc.

“Types” of Memory Sensory Memory –brief ( < 1 second) –preattentive / parallel processing (very large capacity)

“Types” of Memory Attentional Selection –voluntary and/or reflexive

“Types” of Memory Short Term Memory –requires attention –limited capacity

“Types” of Memory Long Term Memory –Unlimited duration? – Unlimited capacity? –Different “kinds” ? –Perfect or changeable ?

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