How Does Human Memory Work?

This video is part of a series on memory and effective learning strategies. There are other factors than memorization that contribute to effective learning, but understanding how memory functions is doubtless an important part of effective learning. If you are interested in finding out more, please see the suggested reading list, below, which was consulted in the creation of these videos.

Suggested reading

Deci, E. L., Olafsen, A. H., & Ryan, R. M. (2017). Self-determination theory in work organizations: The state of a science. Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior, 4, 19-43.

Dunlosky, J., Rawson, K. A., Marsh, E. J., Nathan, M. J., & Willingham, D. T. (2013). Improving learners’ learning with effective learning techniques: Promising directions from cognitive and educational psychology. Psychological Science in the Public Interest, 14, 4-58.

Ergene, T. (2003). Effective interventions on test anxiety reduction: A meta-analysis. School Psychology International, 24, 313-328.

Kahu, E., Stephens, C. Leach, L., & Zepke, N. (2015). Linking academic emotions and learner engagement: Mature-aged distance learners’ transition to university. Journal of Further and Higher Education, 39, 481-497.

Kirschner, P. A. & van Merriënboer, J. J. G. (2013). Do learners really know best? Urban legends in education. Educational Psychologist, 48, 169-183.

McCabe, J. A., Redick, T. S., & Engle, R. W. (2016). Brain-training pessimism, but applied-memory optimism. Psychological Science in the Public Interest, 17, 187-191.

Pekrun, R., Goetz, T., Titz, W., & Perry, R. P. (2002). Academic emotions in learners’ self-regulated learning and achievement: A program of qualitative and quantitative research. Educational Psychologist, 37, 91-106.

Ramirez, G., & Beilock, S. L. (2011). Writing about testing worries boosts exam performance in the classroom. Science, 331(6014), 211-213.

Ryan, R. M., & Deci, E. L. (2000). Intrinsic and extrinsic motivations: Classic definitions and new directions. Contemporary Educational Psychology, 25, 54-67.

Yeager, D. S., & Dweck, C. S. (2012). Mindsets that promote resilience: When learners believe that personal characteristics can be developed. Educational Psychologist, 47, 302-314.
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