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Working Memory Model
A cognitive model that explains the different processes of working memory, including the phonological loop and visuospatial sketchpad.
Phonological loop
A component of the Working Memory Model responsible for auditory processing and the manipulation of verbal information.
Visuospatial sketchpad
A component of the Working Memory Model that handles visual and spatial information.
Dual task technique
An experimental procedure where participants perform two tasks simultaneously to study the effects on performance.
Articulatory suppression
A method used in cognitive psychology where participants are instructed to repeat an irrelevant sound to prevent rehearsal in memory tasks.
Independent samples design
A research design where different participants are used in each condition of the experiment.
Mean percent of accurate recall
The average percentage of correct responses given by participants in a recall task.
Standard deviation
A measure that quantifies the amount of variation or dispersion in a set of values.
T-test
A statistical test used to compare the means of two groups to determine if they are significantly different from each other.
Ecological validity
The extent to which research findings can be generalized to real-world settings.
