Cue Dependent Theory of Forgetting
This is a really simple theory there are three main points
you need to remember:
·
The theory says that forgetting takes place when
we have the information we are looking for but lack the necessary cues needed
to access it.
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There are two types of recall:
1.
Context
Dependent Recall (external) – depends on cues from the external environment
to bring back memories eg. Remembering how to get around somewhere because you’ve
been there before (evidence for this comes from Godden and Baddeley
2.
State
Dependent Recall (internal) – requires a psychological cue for recall (emotion)
eg. Remembering a good time because you can remember tasting a food (evidence
for this comes from Mystowski)
When talking about the type types of recall you should use
an example for each for more marks!
KEY ISSUE APPLICATION: Through this theory we know that
students should be made to sit their exams in the same room as they were taught
the subject in as it will provide them with context cues to help them remember
the information better.
If you have any questions leave a comment below x
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