Memory and Transfer Professional Resource

  Unlocking the Brain: Understanding Memory, Retention, and Transfer in Learning Understanding how the brain processes, retains, and transfers information is crucial for educators. By recognizing the cognitive processes behind memory, especially in students with diverse backgrounds and trauma, teachers can create effective lessons. This overview will explore memory types and strategies to enhance learning. Memory: The Foundation of Learning Have you ever thought back to a childhood memory? For instance, playing hide and seek in a cornfield at a friend's house? According to Harvard Medical School (2022), memory is the ability to recall information. Memory enables us to revisit past experiences, learn from them, and gather knowledge about the world. It involves three components: sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory. Sensory Memory:  The sensory register holds brief impressions of sensory information (Sousa, 2022), acting as a filter for what is processed ...