Lecture Notes on Learning and Memory

Flashcards for vocabulary related to focus and diffuse modes of learning, memory concepts, and procrastination.

Focus Mode

A learning mode where it is hard to create new linkages in the brain.

Diffuse Mode

A learning mode that allows the mind to flow and create something new.

Working Memories

Described as having four slots, like a blackboard without a clear vision.

Long Term Memories

Memories that are not easy to change or forget; repetition turns short term memories into long term memories.

Tomato Clock

A time management skill involving 25 minutes of work followed by a 5-minute break.

Chunking

A set of information grouped together, using only one working memory slot.

Bottom-up Learning

Learning through chunking information.

Top-down Learning

Considering the big picture of information.

Recall

A practice way to avoid the illusion of competence.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter used to activate circuits to control synaptic plasticity, leading to new long-term memories.

Dopamine

Released when unexpected rewards are received, related to learning, decision making, sensory inputs, and future rewards.

Serotonin

A molecule linked to risk-taking behavior and social activity.

Sequential Mode.

Understand concepts by using focus mode

Holistic Mode

Use the diffuse mode to understand concepts.

Deliberate Practice

Working on the difficult concepts first to strengthen long term memory connections.

Value of Chunks

Transfer, overlearning, and Enstellung (mindsets).

Interleaving

Going through different topics and types of questions to get a deeper understanding of concepts.

Procrastination

Triggered by unhappy feelings, leading the brain to seek easier, happier activities.

Habits

Energy savers related to chunking; need to be changed to stop procrastination.

Cues

Triggers for habits, including location, time, feeling, and reaction.

Routine

Daily to-do list that aids in overcoming procrastination.

Rewards

Temporary happiness associated with completing tasks or avoiding work.

Beliefs

Stress may not help the situation.