Retrieval Memory - UNIT 2.6

Memory Retrieval

Process of accessing/retrieving information stored in memory

Two Primary Types of Memory Retrieval

Recall & Recognition

Recall

Remembering information without external cues from past experiences or previously learned information

Recognition

Remembering information using retrieval/external clues from past experiences or previously learned information

Context-Dependent Memory

Retrieval (being able to recall information) is more effective when in the same environment as when the information was encoded

Mood-Congruent Memory

Retrieval (being able to recall information) is enhanced when in the same mood as when the information was encoded

State-Dependent Memory

Retrieval(recalling information) is more effective when an individual is in the same internal physical/emotional state during both encoding and recall

2 ways to improve Retrieval and Retention

Testing Effect and Metacognition

Testing Effect

Frequent/Consistent testing of newly learned material improves long-term retention

Metacognition

Awareness and understanding of one’s own thought processes can improve memory