2.6

• recognition: correct identification of previously learned material

  • multiple choice
• recall: direct retrieval of facts or information

  • FRQ
• state-dependent memory: a phenomenon where people remember moe information if their physical or mental state is the same as at the time of encoding and recall
• mood-dependent memory: information can be retrieved while in a mood similar to when it was aquired
• context-dependent memory: the phenomenon of being able to more easily retrieve information when the circumstances are the same at the time of recall/retrieval as it was at the time of encoding
• testing effect: enhanced memory after retrieving rather than simply re-reading information
• metacognition: an awareness of our thinking processes and an understanding of what we know