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3 Steps in Memory Information Processing |
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1.) Encoding, 2.) Storage, and 3.) Retrieval |
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Spatial memory of something. Important for the ability to store new memories. Located above cerebellum |
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Motor action learning and memory. |
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Research on memory consolidation |
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Immediate memories acquired through encoding become lasting memories. |
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Capacity of short term memory |
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Has a limited capacity, but more than sensory memory. Short term memory is a memory storage system that briefly holds a limited amount of info and awareness |
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Processing of information into meaningful units to make it easier to remember |
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Duration of information in short term memory |
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