Measures of Retention in AP Psychology

Definition

Measures of retention refer to different ways in which we assess how well we remember and retain information over time. These measures help determine the effectiveness of learning and memory processes.

Related terms

Forgetting Curve:

A graphical representation of how information is forgotten over time if it is not reinforced or rehearsed.

Long-term Potentiation (LTP):

The long-lasting strengthening of synapses between neurons, which is believed to be a cellular mechanism underlying memory formation and retention.

Retroactive Interference:

When newly learned information interferes with the recall or recognition of previously learned information.