Humanities

Chapter 7 – Memory Discussion

The purpose of this discussion is for you to demonstrate your understanding of the material. Approach your response as though it is a mini essay with complete sentences, distinct paragraphs, and correct spelling and punctuation. Grammar and spelling matter. Online courses demand the same standard of academic communication and use of grammar as face-to-face courses.

Please respond to the following prompts using a minimum of 300 words total:

1. Describe the difference between recognition and recall. Be sure to include an example of each.
2. Explain how hormones are involved in memory.
3. If you were forced to lose one type of memory – sensory, short-term, or long-term – which would you select and why?

In addition, you are expected to provide a supportive and/or reflective comment to the post of one classmate. In order to receive the maximum possible 10 points, you must accurately and thoroughly answer each part of the discussion prompt using at least 300 words (including the prompt in your response is not included in the word count) and comment on the post of one of your classmates.

Key Points for Chapter 7

Here’s where to focus your attention for Chapter 7:

• Definition of memory
• Information-processing model
• Three-stage model
• Short-term memory including chunking, maintenance rehearsal, and working memory
• Long-term memory including elaborative rehearsal and retrieval cues (recognition vs. recall)
• Hormonal changes and memory
• Why we forget – Figure 7.9