key term - Hierarchy

Definition

Hierarchy refers to a system or structure in which elements are ranked or organized in order of importance or level. It involves arranging items, ideas, or concepts from highest to lowest based on their significance or priority.

Related terms

Information Processing Model: A theoretical framework that explains how our brain encodes, stores, and retrieves information through stages like input, processing, storage, and output.

Mnemonic Devices:

Techniques used to improve memory by creating associations or connections between new information and existing knowledge.

Schema Theory:

The idea that our prior knowledge and experiences shape how we perceive, organize, and remember new information.