Recognition Over Recall
A design principle that suggests interfaces should minimize the need for users to recall information from memory, instead providing cues to aid recognition.
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“memory enhancement”
Testing Effect
The phenomenon where taking a test on material improves long-term retention of that material more than additional study sessions.
Directed Cognition
The process by which attention is guided by internal goals and external stimuli, affecting how information is processed and remembered.
Humor Effect
The psychological phenomenon where humorous content is more easily remembered and perceived positively by users.
Lag Effect
A phenomenon where learning is improved when study sessions are spaced out over time rather than crammed together.
Iconic Memory
A type of sensory memory that briefly holds visual information for a fraction of a second.
Mood-Congruent Memory Bias
The tendency for individuals to recall information that is consistent with their current mood.
Mnemonic Device
A memory aid that helps individuals recall information through associations, patterns, or acronyms.
Levels-of-Processing Effect
A theory that suggests the depth of processing (shallow to deep) affects how well information is remembered.