Memory & Learning

What are the three main stages of memory processing, in order?

Encoding, storage, and retrieval

What type of memory holds a large amount of information for a long time, potentially a lifetime?

Long-term memory

What do we call forgetting information because new information interferes with recalling it?

Interference

What learning theory suggests people learn by observing and imitating others, associated with Albert Bandura?

Social learning theory (observational learning)

What is positive reinforcement in operant conditioning?

Adding a desirable stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behaviour being repeated