Memory (simplified)

• Memory


  A system of retaining information from our daily experiences.
• SENSORY REGISTER

  • Capacity - very large (Sterling)
  • Duration - from 1/4-2 seconds (depending on sense)
  • Coding - Modality (sense) specific
• SHORT TERM MEMORY

  • Capacity - 5-9 pieces (Jacob's)
  • Duration - 18-30 seconds (Peterson x2)
  • Coding - Accoustic (sounds) Baddley
• LONG TERM MEMORY

  • Capacity - unlimited
  • Duration - potentially a lifetime (Bahrick)
  • Coding - Semantic (meanings) Baddley