Memory /

Introduces the basic terms used in the study of memory such as encoding, storage, retrieval, and looks briefly at the historical ideas about memory. Explains modern theories using diagrams and real-life examples. Discusses current research in the area of memory. Explores the reasons for forgetting,...

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Bibliographic Details
Corporate Authors: Uniview Productions, Films for the Humanities (Firm)
Other Authors: Latham, Jackie, Twining, Keith, Staveley-Taylor, Helen
Format: Video DVD
Language:English
Published: Princeton, NJ : Films for the Humanities & Sciences, [2004]
Series:Psychology of learning (Films for the Humanities & Sciences (Firm))
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Summary:Introduces the basic terms used in the study of memory such as encoding, storage, retrieval, and looks briefly at the historical ideas about memory. Explains modern theories using diagrams and real-life examples. Discusses current research in the area of memory. Explores the reasons for forgetting, outlines the biological basis of memory, and examines ways of improving memory. Emphasizes the radical change in the past decade from laboratory-based research to the study of memory in everyday life.
Item Description:Videorecording.
Physical Description:1 videodisc (74 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Format:DVD.