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    • What is the main focus of the exam practice task?
      Discuss Short Term Memory storage
    • What is the purpose of the lesson objectives?
      To explain the Working Memory Model structure
    • What are the key components of the Working Memory Model (WMM)?
      • Central Executive
      • Phonological Loop
      • Visuospatial Sketchpad
      • Episodic Buffer
    • How does the WMM differ from the Multi-Store Model (MSM)?
      WMM is more complex than MSM's simplicity
    • Who proposed the Working Memory Model?
      Baddeley and Hitch
    • What is the role of the Central Executive in the WMM?
      Processes and filters information from senses
    • What metaphor does Baddeley use for the Central Executive?
      A company boss (CEO)
    • What is the capacity of the Central Executive?
      Limited but flexible
    • What does the Phonological Loop process?
      Verbal and auditory information
    • What are the two sub-components of the Phonological Loop?
      Phonological store and articulatory process
    • What does the Phonological Store do?
      Holds heard words for 1-2 seconds
    • What is the function of the Articulatory Process?
      Silently repeats words like an inner voice
    • What is the capacity of the Phonological Loop?
      About two seconds of speech
    • What does the Visuospatial Sketchpad process?
      Visual and spatial information
    • What are the two components of the Visuospatial Sketchpad?
      Visual cache and inner scribe
    • What does the Visual Cache store?
      Visual data like shapes and colors
    • What does the Inner Scribe do?
      Records arrangements of objects in space
    • What is the capacity of the Visuospatial Sketchpad?
      About 3-4 items
    • What is the function of the Episodic Buffer?
      Integrates information into coherent experiences
    • Why was the Episodic Buffer added to the WMM?
      To explain integration of LTM with working memory
    • What does dual-task performance refer to in the WMM?
      Performing two tasks using different stores
    • How does dual-task performance affect task performance?
      Performance is poorer when using the same store
    • What did the KF case study demonstrate?
      Separate visual and acoustic memory stores
    • What was the result of KF's brain injury?
      Poor auditory memory but intact visual memory
    • What did Robbins et al (1996) study demonstrate?
      VSS overload affects task performance
    • What is a limitation of the WMM based on study designs?
      High reliance on controlled lab studies
    • What does lack ecological validity mean for the WMM?
      Findings may not reflect real-life usage
    • Why was the WMM developed as an alternative to the MSM?
      To address limitations of the MSM's simplicity
    • What are the two sub-components of the Phonological Loop?
      Phonological store and articulatory process
    • Which component of the WMM is used for mentally rotating an object?
      Visuospatial Sketchpad
    • What is the role of PET scan evidence in supporting the WMM?
      Shows different brain areas for tasks
    • What is a limitation regarding the Central Executive?
      Its nature is unclear and simplistic
    • What does Hunt (2014) suggest about the Central Executive?
      It regulates complex processes like problem-solving
    • What are the strengths and limitations of the WMM?
      Strengths:
      • Explains complex memory processes
      • Supported by case studies and research

      Limitations:
      • Lack of clarity on Central Executive
      • Based on controlled lab studies
      • Limited ecological validity
    • What is the mark scheme for the exam practice?
      Outline strengths or limitations of WMM
    • What is the purpose of the key term quiz in the plenary?
      To review important concepts and terms
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