Forgetting

Presentation on forgetting

1. FORGETTING

2. Forgetting is the apparent loss or modification of
information already encoded and stored in an
individual's long term memory.


It is inability to encode, to store and retrieve the
previously learned information from long-term
memory over varying periods of times.

3. CAUSES BEHIND FORGETTING

4. Faulty memory process


Loss of interest


Interference

5. Retrieval problems


Lack of motivation


Physical damages

6. Genetic factors


Lack of recollecting


Lack of readiness to recall

7. THEORIES OF FORGETTING

8. THE TRACE DECAY THEORY
1
According to this theory, forgetting occurs
because of the fading of the memory traces or
engrams as a result of lack of using the stored
item for a long period.

9. 2
THE THEORY OF INHIBITION OR INTERFERENCE
According to this theory, forgetting occurs because of the
interference or inhibition of the memory traces of other
stored or learned items.

There are two kinds of interference:
a.Proactive inhibition: If the earlier learning interferes
with later learning and inhibits recall of new material,
it is known as proactive inhibition.
b.Retroactive inhibition: Inhibition of the earlier
learning and recall by later learning is known as
retroactive inhibition.

10. 3
THE RERPRESSION THEORY
It is a defensive mechanism that painful
items are thrown into unconscious mind
and the person does not wish to
remember them.

11. TECHNIQUES FOR EFFECTIVE
MEMORIZATION

12. Repeated Recitation: Recite what you have learned to
yourself. Silent recitation will make you remember past
lessons.

Over learning : It means that if you wish not to forget
what you have already learned, continue to reviewing it
now and then.

Spaced practice: this is a strategy of studying in which a
relaxation or rest period is allotted in between a schedule
of studying.

13.  Selection: It is difficult to remember all the notes
written in your notebook or text book. Hence, you have
to place a selection markings in your notebooks or
textbooks which you can use to summarize your idea.

Sleep

Review

14. Using mnemonics: Mnemonic systems are techniques or
strategies consciously used to improve memory. They help
use information already stored in long-term memory to
make memorization an easier task.

Organization: This strategy can be done by organizing your
notes or making an outline so that when your ideas are
already organized, learning become easier, and faster.

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