Learning and Memory weekly blog - David Rodriguez

     Hello welcome back to my blog! During week 13 we covered a very interesting topic that is spatial, motor skill, and implicit learning, we had a discussion about nurture and nature in the development of certain skills and how by practicing a certain skill, we are very likely to succeed in that learning process.    (Retrieved from: https://www.famly.co/blog/5-of-the-finest-activities-for-fine-motor-skills) What is spatial learning?       Spatial learning is the process by which an organism learns about its environment and the spatial relationships between different objects or locations within that environment. This type of learning allows an organism to navigate, remember locations of important resources, and develop cognitive maps of its surroundings. Spatial learning involves the integration of sensory information, such as visual, olfactory, and auditory cues, to create a mental map of the environment. This mental map allows the org...

       Hello welcome back to my blog! We skipped the entry from week 11 due to holy week, and on week 12 we continued covering the encoding chapter, but focusing on the storage and retrieval and also covering some memory disorders that affect storage and retrieval.   (Retrieved from: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/13/well/mind/love-romance-brain.html) How do we storage information?       The encoding process involves the conversion of information from short-term memory into long-term memory through various encoding techniques. Short-term memory, with its limited capacity and duration, temporarily holds information before it is either forgotten or transferred to long-term memory. Encoding strategies such as rehearsal, elaboration, and chunking help facilitate this transfer. Once information is encoded into long-term memory, retrieval cues help access it. These cues can be semantic, contextual, or associative, triggering the recall o...

     Hello welcome back to my blog! During week ten I did not attend due to a trip that I had planned, however, we worked in the topics that were covered on the pages 212 to 235 of the book. On these pages, we will be covering the subject of encoding and how to separate it from retrieval, by going through some basic variables of encoding.  (Retrieved from: https://crystaandsam.weebly.com/encoding.html) What is Encoding?       Encoding refers to the process of transforming sensory input into a form that can be stored in the brain. This involves converting information into a neural code that the brain can understand and use for later retrieval. Encoding can involve various sensory modalities, such as visual, auditory, or semantic processing, depending on the nature of the information being learned. Separating Encoding From Retrieval      1. Attention: During encoding, attention plays a crucial role. If we want to remember somet...

     Hello, welcome back to my blog! During week nine we had a continuation of the topic presented on week eight, but giving a more detailed focus to short term memory and its impact on learning. In the class we got divided in three groups to make an infographic about the assigned topic.       First, we went over the term “Short term memory” or STM as a general overview. STM also known as working memory, is a component of memory responsible for temporarily holding and manipulating information that is actively being processed. STM is essential for cognitive tasks such as comprehension, reasoning, decision-making, and problem-solving. It acts as a mental workspace where information is temporarily stored and processed before either being discarded or transferred to long-term memory for more permanent storage. (Resource obtained from: https://www.verywellmind.com/great-ways-to-improve-your-memory-2795356)      Enhance learning:  ...

     Hello, welcome back to my blog! During week eight we had the visit of a special guest, I believe her name was Professor Marce, she talked to us about short and term memory from the point of view of a psychology expert, we also made a fun activity in which we had to make a timeline of our lives.  (Resource obtained from:  https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/how-get-better-remembering-things-according-neuroscience-ncna882426) What is memory?   Memory, in the context of cognitive psychology and neuroscience, refers to the mental processes involved in encoding, storing, and retrieving information. It is the ability of the brain to retain and recall past experiences, knowledge, skills, and perceptions. Memory is a crucial aspect of cognition as it enables individuals to learn, adapt, and navigate through the world.   Memory can be categorized into several types based on various factors such as duration of retention, nature of information,...

       Hello, welcome back to my blog! Being really honest I do not properly recall what was covered during week 7 in class, I remember we had to create an infographic with the important information of chapter 4 and 5, therefore I will do this blog entry based on the readings for that week.   Verbal learning:   Verbal learning refers to the process of acquiring, storing, and recalling information that is presented verbally, typically through spoken or written language. It involves the use of language to encode, organize, and retrieve information from memory. Verbal learning often encompasses activities such as reading, listening, speaking, and writing.   (Resource obtained from:  https://www.time4learning.com/learning-styles/verbal-linguistic.html)                 Serial learning:   Serial learning is a type of learning or memory retrieval in which item...