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Cognitive Key Terms
Cognitive Psychology Edexcel Key Terms for Memory
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Articulatory process | Part of the phonological loop that repeats sounds or words to keep them in working memory until they are needed. |
| Capacity | The amount of information that can be held in memory. |
| Central Executive | Part of working memory that coordinates other components. |
| Chunking | Method of increasing short-term memory by grouping information into larger units. |
| Duration | The length of time information remains in memory. |
| Episodic Memory | Type of long-term memory for information about specific experiences and events in our lives. |
| Long-term Memory | Permanent store holding unlimited amounts of information for long periods. |
| Multi-store Model | Explanation of memory that sees information flowing through a series of storage systems. |
| Phonological Loop | Part of working memory that deals with auditory information. |
| Procedural Memory | Long-term memory for "knowing how". |
| Retrieval | The recall of stored memories. |
| Schema | A cognitive framework or concept that helps organise and interpret information. |
| Semantic Memory | Type of long-term memory for information about the world that is not linked to particular contexts or events. |
| Short-term Memory | Temporary memory store that holds limited amount of information for a short period of time. |
| Visuo-spatial Sketchpad | Part of working memory that deals with visual information. |
| Working Memory Model | Model that suggests short-term memory is composed of three, limited capacity stores. |
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