Ways
of taking control to increase your memory
power
The major factors
in memory functioning involve knowledge. Memory contains
two kinds of material: knowledge—both personal and
general, and procedures. Procedures don't require
conscious attention in order to function properly. Memory
is the process of consolidating, registering, recalling,
and storing information, and is the result of that
process.The working memory creates the connections to
consolidate and form it into the long-term memory. New
information becomes a memory by moving from sensory
memory to short-term memory. A stimulating environment
makes a large contribution to improving the memory. The
more memory traces you gain from sensory experiences,
actions, thoughts, and feelings, the more ways you have
to recall a particular piece of information. Memory is an
electro-chemical process of the brain and nervous system
in which brain centers consolidate, receive, store, and
react to new information.
Utilize
mnemonic devices to remember information.
Mnemonic devices
are a technique often used by students to help with
recall. A mnemonic is simply a way to remember
information. You might associate a term you need to
remember with a common item that you are very familiar
with. The best mnemonics are those that utilize positive
imagery, humor, or novelty.
