Overview
Memory encoding is a fundamental cognitive process that allows us to transform sensory information into a format that can be stored and later retrieved. It involves various types of encoding, including visual, acoustic, and semantic, each playing a crucial role in how we learn and remember informati...
Key Terms
Example: When you learn a new word, you encode its meaning and pronunciation.
Example: Remembering a face by visualizing it.
Example: Reciting a poem aloud to remember it.
Example: Associating a new concept with something you already know.
Example: Thinking about the meaning of a word rather than just its sound.
Example: Using acronyms to remember a list of items.
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Key Concepts
Types of EncodingLevels of ProcessingEncoding StrategiesMemory Consolidation