Briefly explain how images can be used to aid memory. Include relevant examples

Briefly explain how images can be used to aid memory. Include relevant examples

1. Mental images

   • Spontaneous
   • Create reminders
     • If rehearsed information moves from STM to LTM
       • Visual Images are easier to retieve

2. Mnemonics

   • Visualisation
     • Pegwords
       • Rhyming words
     • Method of Loci
       • Familiar places
   • Help when memorising information

3. Information coded as visual

   • Dual coding
     • Paivio (1971)
       • Two codes: Visual & Verbal
         • Mental Images aid learning