Working Memory Model (Edexcel A-Level Psychology): Flashcards
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Working memory model creators & year
Working memory model creators & year
Baddeley & Hitch, 1974
Main function of working memory
Main function of working memory
Temporarily stores & manipulates information
Central executive role
Central executive role
Attentional controller; manages memory system
Phonological loop function
Phonological loop function
Temporary storage of verbal information
Phonological similarity effect
Phonological similarity effect
Similar sounding words harder to remember
Word length effect
Word length effect
Short words recalled better than long polysyllabic words
Visuospatial sketchpad function
Visuospatial sketchpad function
Holds & manipulates visual & spatial information
Year episodic buffer added to model
Year episodic buffer added to model
2000
Episodic buffer function
Episodic buffer function
Integrates info between subcomponents & interfaces with LTM
KF case study findings
KF case study findings
Digit span of 1 (impaired phonological), intact visual memory