Module 5

Memory learning & improving concentration.

By :Wan Rohana Binti Wan Endut

Type of memory

There are 3 different types of memory

Sensory memory (SM)

SM is the shortest-term element of memory. It is the ability to retain impressions of sensory information after the original stimuli have ended.

Short-term memory (STM).

STM is the memory stored recently. You can remember only a limited amount of information and about 20 to 30 second or mybe for 24 hours.

Long-term memory (LTM)

Long-term memory is the memory stored in a much longer period of time. Example for a few years prior.

Memory strategies.

Featured below are some simple strategies that help us retain information:

1. Repetition

To remember something we have to practise repeatedly. This is the same for studying. If we want to adept our material, we must practice it.

2. Acronym

Acronyms can help us recall list of information. An acronym is a word made up from the first letters of a list of words.

3. Understanding

Before you trying to memorize something, try to understand it. A great way to do this is by making a connection between what you are learning and what you have experienced. The better you can relate the new information to what you already know, the easier it is to learn.

READING OR STUDY SYSTEM

Reading or Study System is an acronym which consists of 5 steps of reading comprehension methods (SQ3R)

Survey - Reread. Scan the material. Look for titles, subtitles, pictures, diagrams, bold and italic types.

Question - After surveying, ask yourself questions with 5W1H which are what, why, who, when, where and how.

Read - Go back to the beginning of the lesson and read normally. Answer the question as you read.

Recite - Cover your answers to your questions and recite them. Quiz yourself.

Review - Go back over the material. Reread your notes and outline the main points.